Benahavis is one of the most sought-after municipalities on the Costa del Sol, occupying a privileged position in the foothills of the Sierra de las Nieves between Marbella and Estepona. Known locally as the dining room of the Costa del Sol for its concentration of restaurants along its village street, it combines the character of a traditional Andalusian white village with the infrastructure of a high-end residential destination. The municipality accounts for some of the highest per-capita income and property values in Spain.
Daily life here revolves around the golf courses of La Quinta, Los Arqueros, and Atalaya, with Puerto Banus a ten-minute drive and central Marbella reachable in under twenty minutes. The village itself offers well-regarded restaurants including El Refugio and Los Abanicos. San Pedro de Alcantara provides supermarkets, schools, and medical facilities within a short drive.
Malaga Airport is approximately 55 kilometres from Benahavis, typically a 45 to 55 minute drive via the AP-7 toll motorway, with direct flights to most major European cities and connections beyond. Gibraltar Airport lies roughly 70 kilometres to the southwest, offering an alternative gateway particularly useful for UK-bound travel. The AP-7 and A-7 coastal roads connect the municipality efficiently to Marbella, Estepona, and Malaga along the coast.
The top real estate agency in Marbella for over 20 years, Engel & Völkers offers an exclusive portfolio of lux
The top real estate agency in Marbella for over 20 years, Engel & Völkers offers an exclusive portfolio of luxury homes for sale and rent with 6 local shops in Marbella.
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Last updated
August 19
First listed
Aug 23, 2025
Listing reference
W-030N9U
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