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While the stunning coastline, beautiful beaches and excellent shopping offer more than enough to keep your days filled, you'll definitely want to make the most of your nights out, too. Costa del Sol nightlife is perfect for those who want to party from dusk 'til dawn and enjoy the best tunes, played by top class DJs.
In addition to the club scene, you can explore the superb bars and cocktail lounges on offer, where you can enjoy everything from sophisticated cocktails served in elegant surroundings, to pitchers of beer in the clubs. If you've never been before, don't worry; we've put together a guide to help you find the best clubs and the best Costa del Sol bars.
Malaga
If you want to party like the locals do, put Malaga on your list. The is where you'll find Costa del Sol nightlife that offers a slice of authentic Spain, rather than the tourist-centric pubs and clubs in the resorts. Things tend to kick off at around 11pm, when the cool cocktail bars start to fill up for pre-clubbing drinks.
Between midnight and 1am, everyone heads towards the clubs, where you can dance the night away until the sun comes up. Some of the best Costa del Sol bars and nightclubs can be found around the Calle Carreteria and the Plaza Merced, such as Sala Gold and the famous Discoteca Andén.
Live it up in Torremolinos
For the best in LGBTQ hotspots, Torremolinos is the place to go. While it might have a reputation for attracting many Brits, Torremolinos has become increasingly popular with the locals and attracts a mixed crowd. If you're looking to go upmarket for the evening, make your way to the Palladium Club on Avenue Palma de Mallorca. With two dance floors, laser shows and regular gala nights, it's the place to be.
Set by the beach, the El Gato Lounge offers a laid-back vibe, until around 1am, when the club changes up a gear. In addition to cool cocktails and great food, this is the spot to party under the stars.
Bars in Benalmadena
Benalmadena has more than its fair share of bars and clubs. Head to the marina to drink in style while watching the sun set over the bobbing boats. Benalmadena is also home to the aptly-named '24 Hour Square'. Set in the centre of town, this is where the Costa del Sol bars rarely close and you can grab a drink at any time of day or night, seven days a week. Molly Malones is one of the most well-known bars in the area, and the nearby Lineker's Bar is said to be the birthplace of the infamous ”Feed the Pigeons' dance.
Marvellous Marbella
Rivalling Malaga for the title of King of Costa del Sol Nightlife, Marbella is packed with great nightclubs and some of the best Costa del Sol bars. It's not unusual to see the odd celebrity leaving a club accompanied by the flash of paparazzi cameras, and the regular beach parties often attract the rich and famous.
For pubs and clubs that open early and close late, head for the 'Golden Mile', Marbella is packed with great nightclubs and some of the best Costa del Sol bars. It's not unusual to see the odd celebrity leaving a club accompanied by the flash of paparazzi cameras, and the regular beach parties often attract the rich and famous.
More Things To Do ideas
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