Costa del Sol, Spain
From
£1499.00
£1499.00
Winter Sun
7 or 10 nights in Spain | Half Board
What to expect
Adults-only Hotel
Stay at the four-star Alay Hotel
Based in Benalmádena
Close to the promenade & beaches
Sightseeing
Visit vibrant Malaga or Mijas Pueblo
Optional Excursions
Explore Ronda, Nerja or Frigiliana
About this trip...
Join a ready-made group of solo travellers on our escorted holiday to the Spanish region of Costa del Sol. We stay in the resort of Benalmádena, home to some of the best beaches in Spain, as well as a range of cafes, bars and restaurants. Our four-star adults-only hotel, just minutes from the seafront promenade and beach, is the perfect place to enjoy some Spanish sunshine with your fellow Solos guests. And if you're keen to explore, why not ask your Tour Leader to arrange one of the many optional excursions available.
Activity Level:
What's this?What's included?
Return flights & transfers-
Airport taxes & charges
Room with a terrace/balcony for sole use
Half Board: Daily breakfast & dinner with water & glass of wine or beer included (Christmas Gala Dinner - December)
Welcome drink & information meeting
Accompanying Solos Tour Leader
Fully financially protected
What's extra:
- For insurance, please click here
Costa del Sol
Our hotel & resort
Adult-only facilities in a quiet corner of the lively resort of Benalmádena make this hotel the perfect retreat for our Solos guests to soak up some Spanish winter sun. Stylish interiors, three outdoor swimming pools, an alfresco breakfast buffet and evening meals under the stars. Sounds idyllic, right? Our hotel has its own beach club on Benalmadena Beach where you can relax on a sun lounger overlooking the Med, and sip on cocktails whilst enjoying the sunset. There are wellness facilities on-site that will take your relaxation into 'full-zen' mode whenever the mood strikes. The resort of Benalmádena is upmarket and packed with beaches, a quaint old town and a vibrant marina.
Rest or play
Enduringly popular with British holidaymakers, the Costa del Sol’s sheltered coast is shaped by a succession of stunning white-sand beaches, hidden coves, and fishing villages, and offers plenty to see and do, whichever direction you choose. If you're looking to take time out to relax with a book you won't be short of a quiet spot, or for those wanting a bit more hustle and bustle, our hotel sits in a prime central location so it's easy to get out and about to explore. If exploring further afield is on the cards, options include heading up to the white-washed village of Mijas Pueblo for some fantastic views over to Gibraltar and even the African coastline.
Days Out
Time away from the hotel is a great way to get to know the destination more intimately. We recommend a visit to historical Ronda where you'll find amazing views from the Tajo Gorge. Another fantastic option is to take in the highlights of the enigmatic Andalucian city of Granada. Grand medieval architecture and the famous Moorish quarter of the Albaicín are must-sees, and no trip to this beautiful city would be complete without seeing the beautiful Alhambra - the majestic hilltop fortress complex with its royal palaces, reflecting pools, fountains and Moorish art. The city is also a foodie destination!
Trip Reviews
Accommodation
Alay Hotel Four-star
Our hotel is located just 50 meters from the beach and in front of the Benalmadena promenade. The local area offers a wide range of entertainment, shops, bars and restaurants just a few steps away. This is a perfect location for enjoying some Mediterranean winter sunshine.
Facilities include
The range of facilities here include a buffet restaurant serving national and international cuisine, pool bar, sports bar, American bar, three swimming pools, fitness centre, wellness centre and complimentary Wi-Fi. Pool towels are available with no deposit.
Room includes
Our guestrooms come with air-conditioning/heating, flat-screen TV, telephone, Wi-Fi and balcony or private terrace.
Dates & Prices
Essential Information
Transfer Time
The transfer from the Airport to the resort is approximately 20 minutes depending on traffic.
More to Explore
You may wish to take an optional excursion during the course of your stay. Full details will be given at the Information Meeting bu a selection of the tours on offer include:
- Gibralter Rock Tour
- Ronda
- Andalucian Tour / Viva Andalucia
- Nerja and Frigiliana
- Malaga Lights
All tours can be paid for in Euros. Your Tour Leader will help arrange these for you but may not necessarily accompany you. Please note:- Optional excursions are not guaranteed and are based on minimum numbers. The prices quoted are guideline only and may involve other non-Solos holidaymakers.
Gratuities
The Tour Leader will be on hand to offer advice or suggestions if required but gratuities are offered entirely at the sole discretion of the individual. We suggest a group collection at the end of your holiday to cover drivers, guides, porters and hotel staff (including restaurant, kitchen and reception staff) of approximately €15 (or the equivalent amount in local currency). Your Tour Leader will collect this on your behalf and distribute it accordingly, thus relieving you of the burden of who, when and how much to tip. The tipping of bar staff and housekeeping will be left to your individual discretion (the rounding up of the drinks bill and a small amount left in your room on departure should cover this and would be much appreciated). As is customary, ‘the hat’ will be passed around for the driver and guide on all optional excursions. For any meals that are not included in your itinerary, restaurants expect a % gratuity (do check that service has not already been added to your bill). For taxis 10% of the metered fare.
Dress Code
Casual, cotton, lightweight daytime wear is the order of the day. Comfortable shoes are a must for sightseeing. Smart casual clothes will be ideal for the evening, with the emphasis throughout being informal but with no shorts or vests in the restaurants in the evenings. Early and late season evenings can be cool so do ensure that you take a cardigan or jacket and even some rainwear.
Time difference
Spain is one hour ahead of the UK.
Passports and visas
To enter mainland Spain or the Canary or Balearic Islands your passport must meet 2 requirements. It must be:
- less than 10 years old on the day you enter (check the ‘date of issue’)
- valid for at least 3 months after the day you plan to leave (check the ‘expiry date’)
Check both the issue date and the expiry date in your passport. If you renewed your passport early, extra months may have been added to its expiry date. This could affect the requirement for your passport to be less than 10 years old.
A visa is not required by holders of passports endorsed “British Citizen” for stays of upto 90 days in any 180-day period. Please note that stays in other EU countries counts towards this 90 day period.It is your responsibility to ensure that you have the correct visa, a valid passport and any other travel documents for your holiday. All information provided relates to British citizens who hold or are entitled to apply for a British passport. For the most up-to-date visa information please visit; Spain Foreign Advice
From the 12th October 2025 the EU is introducing a new European Entry System (EES) that will be phased in and fully operational by the 10th April 2026. Non-EU nationals including British passport holders will now be required to complete biometric checks on arrival and exit to Schengen countries, which will include facial recognition and fingerprints. There is no cost for this, and no action needs to be taken prior to departure.
If you are not a British citizen and do not hold a British passport, you must make your own enquiries as to the applicable requirements.
Health requirements
Compulsory vaccinations: None.
All guests are responsible for acquainting themselves with up to date health information of the countries being visited and where necessary take the required precautions. We recommend that you check with your doctor prior to departure as this information can change. You can also visit the travel health website for more information; Travel Health Spain
Currency
Euro
Electrical Appliances
Voltage 230v
Travel adaptor type C (EuroPlug)
