Torremolinos - Gay Pride Holidays

The gay holiday scene in Torremolinos is thriving with lots of new trendy bars and restaurants opening. Torremolinos is the largest of the resorts of the Costa del Sol and probably the most famous to the gay scene there. In the late 90’s it did attain somewhat of a bad reputation, which led local authorities to improve immensly the cleanliness of the beaches and make a huge effort to keep the night life under control. Add Gay Pride Holidays to your favorites!

Hotels in Torremolinos:

Hotel Melia Costa del Sol, Torremolinos
		The Hotel Melia Costa del Sol is a five-star hotel located on the sea front of the El Bajondillo beach in Torremolinos. The hotel offers a central location, within walking distance of the town centre, restaurants, café’s, bars and entertainment. There are various room options available for guests including standard rooms, suites, junior suites and rooms adapted for disabled travelers, all of which have sea views.
We also have tailor made holidays, and exclusive private villas etc if you prefer, so please don't hesitate to let us know if you require a unique package we cater for all! we also delight in making sure your holiday is one to remember - for all the right reasons! Make an enquiry!

The Costa del Sol resort of Torremolinos:

The resort is now getting the benfits of a complete renovation, and it is the major gay holiday destination in southern Spain, which is now seen as a hot spot for those wanting to enjoy the beautiful beaches and all that the Costa del Sol has become famous for.

The major gay area is called La Nogalera which has is a great example of when the gay community and the retail outlets get together what they can achieve and create working together. The task underway, has renovated and improved the whole areas ambience. There are six main beaches in Torremolinos: Los Alamos, Playamar, Bajondillo, La Carihuela, Montemar and El Saltillo. The 7 km main promenade has recently undergone major viusal improvements with additional landscape gardening, and the beach could rival any in the Carribean.

Alongside guaranteed sunshine on the Costa del Sol know as the sunshine coast, and you've got your perfect vacation right in the midst of the gay scene ! During tourist season, different nationalities come together in Torremolinos for a little "fun in the sun." During the day the 9 km of beach are packed with bronzed bodies taking advantage of the summer sun. Temperatures often hover around 30° and 40° C (from 85° to over 100° F). There are plentiful beachfront bars and cafés (called chiringuitos) selling fresh fish, paella being the specaility. For the more conservative there is a whole range of varied culunary delights at very reasonable prices. Of couse enjoying long lazy days basking in the sun, that finish with an exotic cocktail as the sun goes down on the glimmering Mediterranean sea, is just one of the beauties of being on the Costa del Sol.

Torremolinos has the biggest gay nightlife scene of southern Spain and when the sun sets, the town bursts into life. Bars are in abundance which claim their heritage from one nationality or another: Irish, British, Dutch and German. You name it and Torremolinos probably has it. Crowded nightclubs blast out the latest tunes and remain open until dawn. One night can just mingle into the next day, you can party all day and night if you choose, not noticing the difference if you keep your shades on! There's no other way of looking at it: Torremolinos is a place to have fun.

If you're looking for calm,relaxation and culture this is simply just around the next corner in Malaga, a wonderous city, with Cathedrals and public and private gardens, with a huge Picasso influence as he exhibits in an outstanding collection of his paintings as Picasso returns home!

Torremolinos has lots to offer: Beautiful long stretches of golden beaches. The best climate of all European destinations. Particularly accomadating for the gay community – in all aspects. Soft winters, sunny springs, and hot summers. It is also the closest beach resort from Malaga airport, on the Costa del Sol.

Activities in Torremolinos:

Tivoli World (95 244 28 48), the Costa del Sol's biggest theme park, is located in Arroyo de Miel, 3 km north-west of Torremolinos. There are two dozen rides to choose from, as well as regular concerts, flamenco shows and a choice of restaurants and bars. It's open daily from 10am to 6pm and entry is 3.60 EUR.

Sea Life (95 256 01 50), situated at the entrance of Benalmadena Port, is an excellent aquarium with a "touch pool" educational section for young children who can handle crabs and starfish, as well as see tiny sharks and rays swimming in their egg cases with the aid of magnifying glasses. Opening hours are 10 am to 8 pm and the entrance is 5.90 EUR for adults and 4.10 EUR for children under 12.

Equestrian Show,"Ritmo a Caballo" (equestrian ballet). The Andalusians are arguably the most skilful horsemen in Europe and this weekly show, held at El Ranchito riding stables in La Colina (95 238 3140) is very professional with explanations in English and Spanish. Seating is limited, so reserve first.

Festivals in Torremolinos:

Torremolinos has numerous traditional festivals to celebrate and enjoy. Here are some of the more important:

• Carnival (Feburary).
• Holy Week (March).
• Crosses of May, (early May).
• Corpus Christi (June).
• Saint John's Eve (23 June).
• Virgen del Carmen (16 July) Celebrated in La Carihuela.
• Romaneria (end September).
• Summer Feria centers around Saint Michaels day (September 29) the towns patron saint.

Although all of the above “fiestas and ferias” are primarily centered around religion, it just gives the whole community the excuse to take a few days off work, and totally indulge in all the Costa del Sol has to offer – most of which may make any strict Catholic run for the hills!

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