Torremolinos – guide for property buyers on the Costa del Sol
Torremolinos is a seaside town on the Costa del Sol, about 13 km west of Málaga, home to about 71,000 people. You can reach Málaga airport by train in about 10 minutes, and since the end of the 1950s the town has grown from a fishing village into a resort.
Climate and location
The climate is subtropical Mediterranean: the average annual temperature is about 19°C, and there are about 2,900 hours of sun a year. Summers are hot and dry, and winters are mild. The main beach is almost 8 km long and is accompanied by a lit promenade with a cycle path.
What to see
The fishing district of La Carihuela with beachfront restaurants, the beaches of Bajondillo and Los Álamos, the Molino de Inca botanical gardens with a Japanese garden, the caves Cueva del Tesoro and Cueva del Encanto, and the largest water park on the Costa del Sol – Aqualand. The town is visited by more than a million tourists a year.
What living here is like
Torremolinos has about 7 km of coastline with fine, dark sand and calm water. La Carihuela, a former fishing village, has a relaxed atmosphere and a promenade with restaurants right by the beach, while Playamar and Los Álamos are wider, usually less crowded and more youthful. The main street of the centre, Calle San Miguel, is pedestrianised. The Cercanías C1 train runs from Málaga airport to Torremolinos Centro station in about 10 minutes.
Property in Torremolinos
Torremolinos offers mainly apartments close to the beach and the promenade, as well as houses in calmer districts on the hills. See current apartments on the Costa del Sol and houses on the Costa del Sol — no commission is charged to the buyer with us.
World Residence offers in Torremolinos
Our current offer in Torremolinos includes apartments at prices from about €382k. Looking for something specific, for example within a given budget or close to the beach? Write to us and we will check what we can propose. When buying with our help you pay no commission.
See also our guides to nearby towns: Fuengirola, Benalmádena, Málaga, La Cala de Mijas. You will find all locations on the World Residence favourite locations page.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Torremolinos from the airport?
Torremolinos is about 13 km from the centre of Málaga, and Málaga-Costa del Sol airport is close – you can get there by train in about 10 minutes.
What costs should you add when buying property in Torremolinos?
The town is in Andalusia: ITP tax on a resale purchase is 7%. For new properties you pay 10% VAT and 1–1.5% AJD tax. Including the notary and the registry, costs are usually about 10–12% (resale) or 12–14% (new).
Is it worth buying property to rent out in Torremolinos?
Torremolinos is a popular resort with more than a million tourists a year, so rental demand is high. Short-term rental requires registration, and the homeowners’ association or the municipality may introduce restrictions – we check this before the purchase.
Last updated: 15 October 2026.