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From £745pp
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Saga Hosted Hotels
4.814 reviews
Hotel Helios Costa Tropical
Half Board
7 nights
London Gatwick Airport
Almuñécar, Costa Tropical, Spain
Set on St. Christopher's pebble beach in Almuñécar, Hotel Helios Costa Tropical offers an idyllic setting for a relaxing getaway. Though it is a three-star hotel, its commitment to service makes it a favourite among Saga travellers, and it is highly rated on TripAdvisor as well. Lounge by the heated outdoor pool or unwind in the spa's rejuvenating Jacuzzi, both offering sea views. Whether you're in the mood for a mid-morning coffee or live music in the evening, the hotel's bar has you covered. You can also head to the rooftop terrace for stunning sunset views. Alternatively, step outside and take a walk along the five-kilometre flat promenade, where you can find a quaint café for people-watching. The hotel also boasts a good local bus network, making independent exploring easy.
Your holiday includes
Saga host
Drinks reception
Half board plus: All breakfasts and dinners
Glass of wine with dinner
Weekly paella lunch
A weekly return shuttle service to Nerja or Granada
International flights. Prices are based on return flights with Vueling or British Airways from London Gatwick. Supplements may apply from other airports
Return transfers direct to your hotel
Minimum 20kg checked luggage, per person
Exceptional value every time
Saga Host
Our trained hosts will welcome you and ensure you enjoy your holiday. We also offer 24/7 support if needed.
Insurance
Included optional travel insurance or £20pp price reduction if not required.
Location
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Almuñécar is a picturesque town with jagged coastlines, intoxicating culture and world-class food and drink. Take a stroll to the town centre, where markets await, brimming with spices, olives, dried fruits, and locally made honey and molasses. If you're looking for photo-worthy views of the Mediterranean, head to Nerja and take in the stunning scenery from the clifftop known as the 'Balcony of Europe'.
Hotel details
Television
Telephone
Hairdryer
Minibar
Safe
All meals are buffet-style plus a glass of local wine per person is included with dinner. Complimentary tea and coffee is served in the bar between 4pm and 5pm every afternoon.
Restaurant
Bar
Outdoor swimming pool
Jacuzzi
Roof terrace garden
Spa
Wi-Fi
Treatments (extra charge)
Availability
Best deal
Apr 2025
2 departures
From £745pp
May 2025
4 departures
From £755pp
Jun 2025
2 departures
From £895pp
Sep 2025
2 departures
From £895pp
Oct 2025
3 departures
From £875pp
Special interest departures for this hotel
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Optional excursions
Alpujarras
1 / 4
Situated against the southern slopes of Spain’s Sierra Nevada, the isolated La Alpujarra region gives you an authentic taste of Andalucian scenery. This is where you’ll witness whitewashed villages clinging to clifftops as you follow winding mountain roads and discover the delights of traditional bakeries selling homemade cakes and pastries. Moorish, in every sense. Alongside the magnificent valley views across the almond groves and sun-scorched vineyards, this area is also renowned for its Arabic history. After today’s excursion you’ll know all about the conflict between the Moors and the Christians, as well as being able to buy a few slices of delicious torta de almendras to tuck into once you’re back at the hotel.
Málaga
1 / 4
We’ll enjoy the majority of the day in Andalucia’s second largest city as we make the most of Malaga’s Moorish architecture and legendary seafood dishes. Cultural highlights include the ancient Alcazaba fortress and Roman amphitheatre as well as the Cathedral of the Incarnation and the historic fountain within the Plaza del Obispo. There are also lots of tucked away tapas bars to tempt you into a laid-back afternoon of grazing and no trip is complete without searching the Central Market Atarazanas for marinated anchovies on toast. If you’re looking for a spot of retail therapy, Calle Marqués de Larios is renowned for boutiques and designer stores as well as some of Spain’s most expensive residences.
Tropical Valley
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Discover one of Andalucia’s best kept secrets as we travel to the whitewashed village of Frigiliana. This is one of the most beautiful traditional towns in Malaga province with cobbled streets and wooden doorways bursting with bougainvillea and pastel shaded pots. From here we’ll head to the Tropical Valley where citrus groves and fertile farmland provide a real taste of the good life in southern Spain.
Nerja Caves and Frigiliana
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Today we’ll visit two of Malaga province’s most impressive attractions, the Nerja caves and the traditional village of Frigiliana. Starting with the prehistoric caves, we’ll journey underground and enjoy a guided tour of the expansive subterranean system. It’s an immersive experience with spotlights on stalactites and stalagmites as well as silent chambers adorned in ancient artwork. Next, we’ll visit one of the prettiest villages in Andalucia, Frigiliana. Here you’ll find whitewashed walls bathed in bougainvillea a Moorish old quarter with narrow streets paved in mosaics. After taking in the panoramic sea views from the castle ruins, we’ll spend time browsing the bodegas (shops) and enjoying a glass or two of Frigiliana’s famous sweet dessert Moscatel wine.
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