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Costa Tropical travel information and video

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Level above sea 0 meters
Nearest airport Granada, Malaga
Distance to beach 0 meters
Max. temperature 35 C
Min. temperature 14 C

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Costa Tropical

Although not nearly so well known as the neighbouring Costa del Sol to the west. The Costa tropical of Granada province is particularly picturesque beachside, more relaxed, with a perfect sub-tropical climate.

Many tourists are starting to head east towards Costa Tropical, where they can enjoy a taste of traditional Spain with it small charming fishing villages and white mountain villages.

The mountains run right down to the sea and the coastline is typically a series of coves and promontories.  Inland from the Costa Tropical you find yourself in Las Alpujarras, one of the most
naturally striking and beautiful regions in Spain, and the Sierra Nevada mountain range. Enjoy sun and ski on the Costa Tropical.

History
The region dates back to Phoenician settlers, and there is a strong heritage in the resort of Almuñecar, of both Phoenician and Roman
occupation.

However, the whole area boasts a wealth of interesting cultural attractions, including Moorish castle, Roman Aqueducts, Phoenician
Necropolises, and much more.

Towns and Villages of the Costa Tropical
Almuñecar, together with its neighbour La Herradura form the tourist capital of the Costa Tropical. The town sits upon a hill at the mouth of two rivers, meandering down to the coast, in
the province of Granada in Andalusia. From here you can almost reach out and touch Africa and its special climate. The town is backed by rugged hills, valleys and agricultural land of olive groves, almond and carob trees.

The charming Mediterranean fishing town of Castell de Ferro is situated in the coastal region known as the Costa Tropical, in the province of Granada.The scenery in this area is stunning, with steep cliffs and a dramatic coastline. The area of Castell de Ferro is much less busy than some of its counterpart seaside resorts, and suits those looking for a coastal resort with a difference.

The picture postcard village of Salobrena is situated on the Costa Tropical in the province of Granada; it’s known as the ‘jewel of the Costa Tropical’, the village is ideally located, on the beach, in a wonderful sunny climate, yet just 45 minutes from the historical city of Granada, and the skiing resort of the Sierra Nevada. You can
literally mix a ski and beach holiday.

The busy seaside town of Motril is located on the Costa Tropical, in the province of Granada, in Andalusia. It’s the largest town on the Costa Tropical with a thriving economy, based on
agriculture, fishing and its leisure port.

The stunning bay of La Herradura, together with its neighbouring town of Almuñcar, forms the tourist capital of Costa Tropical.

Climate
The Costa Tropical takes its name from the sub-tropical climate that it enjoys. With warm winters and long hot summers, the average temperature is around 20C.

 

Map of Costa Tropical

Exciting places to visit on Costa Tropical

Travel information about popular villages and towns at Costa Tropical


Reviews for Costa Tropical

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Based on 77 reviews.

   
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10 January, 2012

City review

The big attraction is the Alhambra and Generalife Gardens, but Granada has many other historical areas and sights to enjoy.

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25 November, 2011

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great indoor market

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o.k. for off-season
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11 November, 2011

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excellent excellent excellent great people great tapas superb food Jesus & Lute.s 5 star

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fabulous Almunecar is my favorite town in Spain
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06 November, 2011

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The Alhambra is exquisitely beautiful, and very well organized to make a visit interesting and manageable, even given the very large number of tourists. Would have appreciated advance notice on the importance of buying early if one hopes to purchase tickets online to the Alhambra. Also, would have helped to know that our morning entry ticket did not permit entry to restricted areas in the Alhambra after 2 pm. We missed one area because we did not understand this restriction. We enjoyed walks in Granada, eg, to the Fuente Avelleno and the abby, and much appreciated signs in English explaining various historical sites.

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29 October, 2011

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wonderful

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25 October, 2011

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Almunecar -friendly and welcoming, many fine restaurants (including 2 absolutely recommendable Michelin Bib Gourmand places, especially the El Chaleco) and good shopping. But stay in the old town! Playa Velilla area is deteriorating although the authorities are spending a lot of money on the public areas - many houses for sale and many of the apartment blocks look like something from the USSR...

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The most beautiful in all of Andalucia!
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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22 October, 2011

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It was the first time I stay in Granada and I like the atmosphere in this city. The history is still everywhere tangible.

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16 October, 2011

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Its an ok town but not on the coast and quite a lot of industry nearby

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Salobrena is a lovely town with a good beach, amazing seafood restaurants on the beach, a moorish castle set on a rock and and is very spanish and unspoilt by mass tourism. You are also near to Las Alpujarras which is a very beautiful, remote area where you can relax in the chilled out cafes, eat Jamon and drink cerveza. The area is very green due to the growing of sub tropical fruit.
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10 October, 2011

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Not too sophisticated, typically spanish. Liked the simplicity, but restaurants choice limited.

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Beaches a little grey and dusty but the water was lovely. Overall this didn't detract from the picturesque landscape.
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09 October, 2011

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Granada is beautiful, lively, friendly and full of history and culture. From UNESCO world heritage sites to beautiful old streets and flowery facades you stumble on by coincidence, it's great for culture and history lovers.

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06 October, 2011

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small original village, nice and quiet but no fascilities

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We have'nt been to the coast
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06 October, 2011

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Lovely town, friendly, not touristy (thankfully) but has plenty of cafes esp in main street.

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4 of 4 people found this review helpful.
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05 September, 2011

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Not the most idyllic town but ok - set in nice valley with great views. got one fairly decent supermarket and several bars serving good tapas for every round of drinks you buy

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Salobrena was nice with good beach and plenty of restaurants (although not haute cuisine)
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04 September, 2011

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Calm and clean city with a good beach. Climate is very good. Atmosphere is spanish, with a guestfriendly attitude.

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Wonderfull climate. Good calm beaches. And rural mountains and villages close to coast line.
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29 August, 2011

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As always it depends on what you're looking for. We like simple. We don't like tourist noise. For us Orgiva was really great. Yes there is a small cinema and there are one or two discotheques I think. But we weren't looking for that. All we wanted were some simple places we could eat, and do our grocery shopping. We haven't looked much further and didn't even explore the environment. But we had a great view on the mountains and loved Orgiva in general.

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Didn't go there.
5 of 5 people found this review helpful.
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28 August, 2011

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Typical Spanish resort,with plenty to see and do. The beaches are very good,with many having good facilities.Shopping is excellent for food. Eating out is easy as there are so many restaurants to choose from, and are child friendly.

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Would definately visit here again.
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10 July, 2011

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I love this town.

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17 June, 2011

City review

We have stayed in Alfamar - small area between Salobrena and Almunecar.Almunecar is wonderfull small beach town with good local restaurants and clean nice beach.By the way, it is good place for seafood shoping.

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Costa Tropical - very nice Spain area - clean sea,good Spanish food. Just one complicated thing - communication, nobody speak English ...
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12 June, 2011

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We only visited Algarinejo once but there were several shops, a plush restaurant with a Michelin starred chef and a couple of bars but is very traditional in nature. We wanted to relax so only ventured out when absolutely necessary!

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01 June, 2011

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Beautiful contrast with the beach & mountains. Enjoyed the charter trip with Sail & Stay
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