Hotel El Puerto (6)

Set right on Fuengirola’s seafront, directly opposite the beach and promenade, Hotel El Puerto is a simple, no-frills hotel built around one big selling point: location. It’s steps from the sand, minutes from shops and tapas bars, and a short walk from the marina and train station. Rooms are comfortable rather than luxurious, many with sea views and private balconies, and a rooftop pool and bar looking out over the Mediterranean are a popular evening spot. A casual restaurant and bar downstairs covers breakfast and light meals. It’s a practical choice for golfers and holidaymakers planning to spend most of their time out exploring courses, beaches and local towns rather than staying on-site.