Torremolinos · Costa del Sol · Andalusia
El Castillito
Your little luxury castle on Bajondillo beach, Torremolinos.
Shared with friends
Welcome
El Castillito is our bungalow on the Costa del Sol. We share it with friends who care for it as we do. Friends of friends are welcome when we know they will too. It sits in a quiet, private gated community right above Bajondillo beach, with private lifts down to the sand, set up the way we like to stay ourselves.
Sunrise over the bay, every morning
The terrace faces east, so every morning the sun comes up straight in front of the bungalow, in colours that change with the season, fiery orange in winter, soft pink and gold in summer. The view takes in the whole of Málaga Bay and, on clear days, the Sierra Nevada. If you are lucky, you also see double rainbows from the terrace. Best with a coffee.
The essentials
- Up to 2 guests, in 1 main bedroom with its own desk
- 1 separate studio room, fully private, set up as a quiet office
- 1 bathroom
- On Bajondillo beach, next to Hotel Ritual
- Two private lifts right next to the house, for residents only. From the door to the beach is under a minute
- Parking in the community on request, please ask
- Sunny terrace with sunbeds, large parasol and outdoor seating
- Sunrise terrace
- Air conditioning and heating, with its own control in every room
- Fast wifi
- Smart TV with Netflix, HBO and local channels
- Washing machine and dryer, iron and drying rack
- Bath towels, beach towels and a beach bag provided
- Fully equipped kitchen with wine fridge
- House cleaning during your stay can be arranged, just ask
Work from the beach
Two proper workstations: a desk in the main bedroom and a separate studio room that is fully private, so you can close the door and take calls undisturbed. Each has its own auxiliary 27-inch screen, which you plug into your laptop or docking station via HDMI. Two people can work at the same time, each in their own room, with fast wifi and the beach a lift ride away.
Little things we take care of
Air conditioning or heating is switched on before you arrive, so the house is fresh in summer and warm in winter.
A cold bottle of cava waits in the wine fridge. It's on us.
Drinking water, shower gel, detergent and kitchen basics are ready for you.
Living in Amsterdam? We hand you the keys before you leave.
A look inside
01Arrival
02The terrace
03Living room
04Kitchen and dining
05Bedroom
The main bedroom and its desk both look straight out to sea. So does the rest of the bungalow, except the studio. The back of the house is floor to ceiling double glazed glass with thermal insulation. Motorized vertical blinds block 85% of the UV and you still see the water through them. In the main bedroom a blackout curtain hangs over the blind for 100% blockage, so the room stays cool in summer.
06Studio office
07Bathroom
Bajondillo beach
Our beach is Bajondillo, between La Carihuela and Playamar. Dark sand, sandy entry into the sea, chiringuitos with tapas, fish and seafood along the promenade. A busy town beach, especially in summer. More about Bajondillo beach
Swimming conditions are good here, with a moderate swell and a lifeguard service.
At one end stands El Morro, a rock formation that dominates the Torremolinos coastline. The walks around it are worth making. More about El Morro
The promenade outside your door
The lifts take you down to the Paseo Marítimo in under a minute. The promenade is made for a slow walk: sea views, cafés, chiringuitos, street performers. Walk right towards La Carihuela and Benalmádena, left towards Playamar and Los Álamos. The coast runs for kilometres either way.
Shops, public toilets, parking and public transport are all close by. Beach and promenade are accessible, and a bike lane runs along the coast.
The path runs for kilometres, dotted with vegetation, and the bike lane suits walking, skating or cycling. The chiringuitos here are known for fried fish. People do yoga on the grass in palm shade, run along the wet sand, and take up almost any water sport. Or just sit and listen to the waves. More about the promenade
Getting there
By train: from Málaga Airport, about three trains an hour to Torremolinos, a ride of around 10 minutes. From the station it is a walk of 10 minutes at most.
By car: about 15 minutes from the airport. Parking on request.
Málaga on your doorstep
Málaga is about 20 minutes by train. The C1 line runs from Torremolinos station straight to Málaga Centro-Alameda, in the historic centre, several times an hour. Morning at the Picasso Museum, the Alcazaba or the cathedral, lunch on Calle Larios, and back on the terrace in time for tomorrow's sunrise.
Our favourite places nearby
A few of our personal favourites.
Beach
Eden Beach Club
LGBTQ+ beach club directly below El Castillito. Sunbeds, cocktails, Mediterranean food, DJ sets. Book ahead in high season.
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Breakfast and ice cream
Blooming Real Food Café
Our favourite breakfast. Healthy brunch, fresh juices, sea views. Go early.
El Kiosko de la Nogalera
Coffee, juice and people watching on the pedestrian street.
Heladería Capri
The best ice cream in town, made in house. Try the pistachio.
Restaurants
Caléndula Tapas
Creative modern tapas, one of the best rated in town. Book ahead.
Bodega Guerola
Traditional Andalusian bodega, excellent fresh seafood. Small, so book.
Restaurante Lanjarón
Family run since 1967, generous home style Spanish cooking.
El Manjar Playa
Fresh fish and seafood rice in La Carihuela, popular with locals.
Casero
Mediterranean home cooking, the slow cooked lamb tagine is the reason to go.
Pizza Alla Pala & Pizzeria Simó
The two best pizzerias in Torremolinos.
Siam Thai
Excellent salads and sea bass in green curry.
Los Pampas
Argentinian steakhouse, some of the best steak in town.
Drinks and nightlife
Bar Havana
Stylish cocktail terrace in Pueblo Blanco.
KYMA Sunset Bar
Cocktails with a sunset view.
La Nogalera
One of the best known LGBTQ+ nightlife areas on the Costa del Sol, a few minutes' walk away. In 1962 Tony's Bar opened in Pasaje Begoña, next to La Nogalera: the first gay-friendly bar in Spain.
Practical
Mercadona Playamar
Big supermarket with great fresh fish and produce.
Basic-Fit
Two gyms nearby, day passes available without membership.
Culture
Casa de los Navajas
1925 mansion above Bajondillo beach, free art exhibitions.
The year around El Castillito
2027 dates are shown where already announced and can still change, so check the official programme before booking. Big events fill up fast: ask us early.
- FebruaryLocal traditionCarnaval de Málaga
Costumes, music and street parades in the city centre.
- 26 February to 7 March 2027Local traditionFestival de Málaga
The main festival of Spanish-language cinema, with red carpets in the city centre and free activities at the beach.
- 21 to 28 March 2027Local tradition
Semana Santa in Málaga
One of the biggest Holy Week celebrations in Spain, with huge processions through the old town.
- 26 to 28 March 2027LGBTQ+Matrix Easter Festival
Spain's best known circuit party opens the season in Torremolinos over the Easter weekend.
- Late May to 6 June 2027 (to be confirmed)LGBTQ+Torremolinos Pride
Parade on Saturday 5 June, closing party at Eden Beach Club on Sunday 6 June. Nearly two weeks of concerts, culture and parties in La Nogalera. One of the main Pride celebrations in southern Spain.
- 16 to 20 June 2027LGBTQ+Infinity Festival
Five days of circuit parties in Torremolinos' clubs, with beach parties at Eden Beach Club, right below El Castillito.
- Wednesday 23 June 2027Local traditionNoche de San Juan
Bonfires, music and a midnight swim to welcome summer. Eden Beach Club throws one of the coast's most iconic San Juan parties just below the bungalow, our favourite night of the year.
- Late JuneLGBTQ+Málaga Pride
A week of free cultural events, ending with a march and party in Plaza de la Merced.
- 13 to 18 July 2027LGBTQ+Torremolinos Bear Fest
Bear parties all week, with daytime beach parties at Eden Beach Club and club nights in town.
- Friday 16 July 2027Local traditionVirgen del Carmen in La Carihuela
The fishermen's patron saint is carried into the sea and sails along the coast with a flotilla of boats. Beautiful at sunset.
- Mid AugustLocal traditionFeria de Málaga
A week of flamenco, music and fino in the streets of the city centre by day, and at the fairground by night.
- AugustLGBTQ+MAD.BEAR Beach
One of Europe's biggest bear festivals: over ten days of beach parties at Eden, pool parties at Hotel Ritual, boat parties and club nights.
- Second half of AugustLGBTQ+Matrix Sun Festival
Pool parties, beach parties and circuit nights to close the summer.
- Late SeptemberLocal traditionRomería and Feria de San Miguel
Torremolinos' own fair: decorated carts, horses and flamenco dresses on the way to the San Miguel hermitage, followed by a week of feria.
- Late November to early JanuaryLocal traditionChristmas lights on Calle Larios
Málaga's famous light show, a good winter day trip.
When is El Castillito free?
Booked dates show as busy. Found yours? Send us a message.
October 2026
from €190 a night
November 2026
from €160 a night
December 2026
from €165 a night
Good to know
- Prices are per night for the whole bungalow. Event dates cost a bit more. Once booked, your price is fixed.
- Exit cleaning is required: €75. Cleaning during your stay is optional: €45 light (3 hours, bedsheets too) or €60 bigger. Tell us a few weeks ahead.
- You pay 25% three months before arrival and 75% one month before. Cash is preferred, other ways are fine to discuss.
- Payments are non refundable. If we rent out your cancelled dates again, we refund what we receive for them. Real emergencies we always talk about.
- Serious damage is yours to cover. A broken glass is not.
- Parties or bigger gatherings only after we agree.
Prices and practical info
- Price
- From €160 a night
- Minimum stay
- 3 nights
- Check in / check out
- Ask us
We send a full guest guide with directions, access and local tips once your stay is confirmed.
Say hello
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