San Pedro de Alcantara self catering holidays A charming, lively and traditional town on the Costa del Sol
San Pedro de Alcantara self catering holidays - sitting on the Costa del Sol, San Pedro was an ancient farming town famous for sugar cane. Today San Pedro is a refreshingly unspoilt pueblo and one of the reasons it's so popular as a holiday destination being just 10km from Marbella and next to the golden sandy beaches.
Now a vibrant and cosmopolitan tourist destination, San Pedro de Alcantara retains its rich Arabic culture and history as can be seen when wandering around the narrow cobbled streets lined with boutiques, cafes and restaurants - the Central Plaza is a magnet for tourists day and night.
The evenings are very lively especially around the beach front. The promenade which runs right along the coast to Puerto Banus is the hub of activity with bars and Chiringuitos open until the early hours.
| At a glance... | |
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| Restaurants | 30+ |
| Beach | ✔ |
| Beach clubs | ✔ |
| Car recommended | ✔ |
| Distance to beach | 0.5km |
| Distance to Puerto Banus | 3km |
| Nearest airport | Malaga (70km) |
| Nearest train station | Malaga |
Featured villas in San Pedro
The self-catering holiday rentals in and around San Pedro de Alcantara are of a very high standard. There is a great mix of holiday homes including superb villas and apartments to rent either around the beach area or in the town. Most of the villas are within walking distance to the main streets where there is an amazing variety of bars, restaurants and shops.
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Featured holiday homes for sale
If you are looking to buy a property in one of the resorts in the Costa del Sol, there is a wide selection of holiday homes to choose from catering for all budgets and tastes.
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Things to see & do around San Pedro
San Pedro de Alcantara and the surrounding area of Marbella is full of interesting towns, historic cities and countryside to explore.
| A few suggestions... | |
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| Rock of Gibraltar - see the Botanical Gardens or visit St. Michael's Cave | ✔ |
| El Tajo gorge at Ronda | ✔ |
| Bahia Aquapark in Algeciras - have fun on the rides, intertubes, wave pool | ✔ |
| Enjoy shopping in the many designer outlets in Marbella | ✔ |
| Selwo Marina in Benalmadena - dolphin shows, penguins, or swimming with sea lions | ✔ |
Our view on San Pedro de Alcantara holidays
We think San Pedro is a truly stunning destination away from the crowds and bustle of Puerto Banus. With the spectacluar backdrop of the Sierrra Blanca, beautiful vistas are everywhere, from La Concha towering behind, to the golden sandy beaches running into the tourquoise Mediterranean. Renting a self catering villa or apartment in San Pedro is the best way to relax and explore this fascinating part of the Costa del Sol.
