Hotel Riu Costa del Sol All Inclusive Torremolinos
Hotel Riu Costa del Sol is a full-scale four-star RIU resort beside Bajondillo Beach in Torremolinos. This is the kind of hotel to choose when you want plenty happening on site: 24-hour All Inclusive, three outdoor pools, RIULand children's activities, a splash park, live entertainment, Spa & Wellness, themed restaurants and six bars. The beach is only around 50 metres away, so you can combine a self-contained resort holiday with the Torremolinos promenade whenever you want a change.
Hotel Riu Costa del Sol at a Glance
What Is Hotel Riu Costa del Sol Really Like?
Hotel Riu Costa del Sol is the opposite of a simple room-and-pool hotel. The whole property is designed to give guests enough choice to spend a large part of the week without needing to leave.
That starts with three outdoor pools and extends to RIULand, children's splash facilities, entertainment, live shows, Spa & Wellness, several restaurants and six bars.
The 24-hour All Inclusive concept is another major difference. RIU currently positions the hotel so that food, snacks or drinks remain available somewhere within the programme around the clock.
Despite that self-contained feel, the hotel is still beside the Torremolinos seafront. Bajondillo Beach is around 50 metres away according to RIU, so guests can walk out of the resort and immediately change the atmosphere.
We think Hotel Riu Costa del Sol makes the strongest case for families or couples who want a proper resort holiday with lots happening on site, but still want the beach and Torremolinos outside the door. If you intend to spend most of the week exploring Andalucía, you may not use enough of the resort facilities to justify choosing such a comprehensive All Inclusive hotel.
Who Is Hotel Riu Costa del Sol Best For?
Good Choice If You Want...
- A genuine 24-hour All Inclusive resort.
- Three outdoor swimming pools.
- A children's splash park.
- RIULand kids' entertainment.
- Live evening shows.
- Several restaurant choices.
- Six bars across the resort.
- A Spa & Wellness centre.
- Bajondillo Beach around 50 metres away.
- A short airport transfer.
- Family and sea-view room choices.
Think Again If You Want...
- A small boutique hotel.
- An adults-only atmosphere.
- A very quiet single-pool resort.
- To spend most days away from the hotel.
- A basic hotel where you only pay for facilities you use.
Why This Hotel Feels Different
24-Hour All Inclusive
RIU currently markets the hotel specifically as a 24-hour All Inclusive property.
That is more comprehensive than the conventional Mediterranean All Inclusive setup where food and drink service may effectively stop late in the evening.
It is particularly useful for late arrivals, families with teenagers, guests returning from evening entertainment or anyone whose routine does not always fit standard meal times.
Full Resort Facilities Beside The Beach
Many large resort hotels are positioned away from the centre or beach. Riu Costa del Sol manages to combine its extensive facilities with a seafront setting.
You can spend a complete day inside the hotel and then walk onto the promenade without organising transport.
RIU's Family-Focused Fun4All Setup
The hotel is part of RIU's Fun4All family concept, with entertainment, children's activities and facilities designed specifically to keep the whole family occupied.
Rooms & Accommodation
Room choice ranges from practical standard accommodation to larger family and sea-view categories.
Double Standard
RIU currently lists the standard Double Rooms at approximately 26m².
They include a balcony or terrace and provide a straightforward base for guests who expect to spend most of the day around the resort and beach.
Double With Lateral Sea View
The side-sea-view rooms are currently listed at around 30m² with balcony or terrace.
These are worth comparing if you want an improved outlook without moving all the way to a suite.
Double With Lateral Sea View And Sofa Bed
These rooms are around 31m² and add a sofa bed, making them particularly useful for smaller families or guests who need extra sleeping flexibility.
Family Room
Family Rooms are currently listed at approximately 31m² with a balcony or terrace.
This gives families a dedicated category rather than simply squeezing extra guests into the smallest standard room.
Junior Suite With Frontal Sea View
The current Junior Suites are around 36m² and include a frontal sea view plus balcony or terrace.
These are the natural room to compare for couples wanting a more premium stay or families who value additional space and a direct sea outlook.
Check exact occupancy, bed configuration, sea-view wording, balcony or terrace and whether a sofa bed is included. Room categories sold by different holiday providers can be described slightly differently.
What Is It Like For Families?
Families are one of Hotel Riu Costa del Sol's strongest audiences.
The hotel does not rely on the beach alone to entertain children. RIULand provides organised children's activities while the splash park adds water play beyond the three main outdoor pools.
Family-room choices and side-sea-view rooms with sofa beds also give parents more flexibility when deciding where everyone sleeps.
The 24-hour All Inclusive concept can be particularly useful for families because snacks and drinks are less dependent on strict mealtimes.
Aqualand Torremolinos is also available as a separate waterpark day when children want something larger than the hotel's own splash facilities.
What Is It Like For Couples?
Couples get more from the hotel than the family branding may initially suggest.
Sea-view rooms, frontal-sea-view Junior Suites, Spa & Wellness, themed restaurants, six bars and the seafront setting create plenty of more adult-oriented options.
You can spend the afternoon at the spa or pool, have dinner inside the resort, then walk along Bajondillo or towards central Torremolinos.
However, this remains a large family-friendly resort. Anyone specifically seeking silence and adults-only facilities should compare another property.
Three Outdoor Pools & Children's Splash Park
RIU currently lists three outdoor swimming pools at Hotel Riu Costa del Sol.
Having several main pools reduces the dependence on one single swimming area and gives the property a much more genuine resort feel.
Three Outdoor Pools
Different swimming areas give families and couples more choice when deciding where to spend a hotel day.
Children's Splash Park
Younger guests have a dedicated water-play facility rather than relying only on the adult pools.
Sun Terrace
Sun-deck and terrace areas give adults additional places to relax between swims and entertainment activities.
Pool operation and splash-facility schedules can vary according to season, weather and maintenance.
RIULand & Family Entertainment
RIULand is RIU's dedicated children's entertainment programme.
The hotel also runs a wider entertainment programme and live evening shows, so organised activity is available to more than just younger children.
That can be particularly useful during a seven- or fourteen-night stay because guests do not need to organise an outside attraction every day.
RIU's Fun4All approach also includes active entertainment such as pool-based activities and fitness-style sessions depending on the programme running during the stay.
Age bands, activity schedules and entertainment programmes can vary by season.
Food & Drink
Food is a genuine strength here because the hotel does more than simply offer one international buffet.
Ajoblanco
Ajoblanco is the hotel's main buffet restaurant. RIU currently promotes buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner with live cooking stations and themed or special evenings during the week.
La Dolce Vita
La Dolce Vita is the Italian à la carte restaurant and currently serves Italian dishes including pasta, risotto, pizza and antipasti.
It provides a useful change from buffet dining during a longer stay.
María Sardina
María Sardina focuses on Andalusian flavours. It currently serves breakfast and lunch in buffet style and offers an Andalusian dinner experience that requires reservation.
This is particularly worth using if you want some connection with local Costa del Sol cuisine without leaving the hotel.
Pepe's Food
Pepe's Food provides poolside grill and snack options during the day, helping families avoid interrupting a pool day for a full sit-down meal.
Six Bars
RIU currently lists six bars across the hotel, which is one reason the 24-hour All Inclusive setup feels more like a genuine resort product than a conventional full-board hotel with one lounge bar.
À la carte reservations, opening days, dress requirements and individual restaurant schedules can vary.
How Does The 24-Hour All Inclusive Work?
The 24-hour element is one of the hotel's clearest selling points.
Rather than interpreting All Inclusive purely as breakfast, lunch, dinner and drinks until late evening, RIU aims to keep food, snacks or drinks available somewhere within the hotel around the clock.
That makes the arrangement particularly useful for late arrivals, early departures and guests whose holiday timetable does not match normal restaurant hours.
The main meals, themed dining, snacks and bars then sit within that wider All Inclusive structure.
24-hour All Inclusive does not automatically mean every item in every restaurant or bar is available at all times. Restaurant hours, reservations and individual services still apply.
Spa & Wellness
The hotel's Spa & Wellness centre gives adults a completely different way to use the resort.
This is especially useful for couples and parents who want some time away from the splash park and family entertainment areas.
Treatments and specialist services may carry additional charges even when the hotel is booked on a 24-hour All Inclusive basis.
Check current spa access, treatment prices and age restrictions directly before travel if wellness is an important part of the holiday.
Sports & Staying Active
RIU promotes sports activities as part of the hotel experience.
Depending on the current programme, guests may find organised fitness, pool-based activity and general exercise opportunities.
The beachfront position also makes walking particularly easy: you can use the Torremolinos promenade for long coastal walks without needing to travel elsewhere.
Step Outside: Bajondillo & Playamar
The hotel is around 50 metres from Bajondillo Beach according to RIU, making the coast effectively part of the resort experience.
Bajondillo
Bajondillo combines beach, promenade and restaurants with easy access towards the rest of Torremolinos.
Playamar
Playamar stretches along the coast and provides additional beachfront restaurants and walking.
This is particularly useful for guests who have booked All Inclusive but still want to see something outside the resort every day.
Central Torremolinos & La Carihuela
Central Torremolinos
The centre adds shopping, cafés, restaurants and transport connections.
Calle San Miguel and the surrounding streets give you a much more urban holiday environment than the hotel seafront.
La Carihuela
La Carihuela is one of Torremolinos' best-known former fishing districts and is particularly associated with seafront restaurants and fried fish.
It is an easy choice for an afternoon or evening when you want a local food experience beyond the hotel restaurants.
Good Days Out From Hotel Riu Costa del Sol
🏙 Málaga
Málaga is one of the easiest major excursions from Torremolinos.
Explore the historic centre, Alcazaba, cathedral area, waterfront, museums and restaurant scene for a complete contrast to the resort.
⚓ Benalmádena Marina
Benalmádena gives you waterfront restaurants, boat trips and a different Costa del Sol atmosphere without travelling far.
💦 Aqualand Torremolinos
Aqualand provides a larger waterpark experience when families want something beyond the RIU splash park.
🏘 Mijas Pueblo
Mijas Pueblo gives you classic whitewashed Andalusian streets and views over the coast.
🥾 Caminito del Rey
Active adults and families with older children may want to consider the Caminito del Rey as a full-day inland adventure.
Tickets and transport should be organised carefully in advance.
✨ Marbella
Marbella gives you another major coastal day with an old town, restaurants and a different resort atmosphere.
Airport Transfer Time
Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport is close to Torremolinos.
A private road transfer to Hotel Riu Costa del Sol is commonly around 10–15 minutes in normal traffic.
That can make a noticeable difference for families with younger children, late arrivals and shorter breaks.
Shared transfers can take longer because of airport waiting times and additional hotel drop-offs.
Transfer times are approximate and can vary with traffic, roadworks, airport conditions and transfer type.
Costa del Sol Weather – Temperature & Sunshine By Month
Torremolinos has hot, dry summers and relatively mild winters. The seafront location makes spring and autumn particularly useful for guests who want walking and sightseeing alongside pool days.
☀️ Jan
17°C6 hrs sun
☀️ Feb
18°C7 hrs sun
☀️ Mar
20°C7 hrs sun
☀️ Apr
22°C8 hrs sun
☀️ May
25°C9 hrs sun
☀️ Jun
29°C11 hrs sun
☀️ Jul
32°C12 hrs sun
☀️ Aug
32°C11 hrs sun
☀️ Sep
29°C9 hrs sun
☀️ Oct
25°C7 hrs sun
☀️ Nov
20°C6 hrs sun
☀️ Dec
17°C5 hrs sun
Approximate Costa del Sol destination averages for general holiday planning, not a live forecast.
When Is The Best Time To Stay At Hotel Riu Costa del Sol?
May & June
A strong balance of warm weather, long evenings and active resort days before peak school-summer demand.
July & August
Best for families wanting peak heat, full pool use and the liveliest holiday atmosphere.
September & October
Useful for warm weather with slightly more comfortable temperatures for Málaga and other sightseeing.
Build Your Own Hotel Riu Costa del Sol Holiday
Start with the room category you want at the RIU, then build your flights and transfer around your preferred UK airport and travel dates.
1. Choose The Right RIU Room
Compare standard doubles, family rooms, lateral sea-view rooms and frontal-sea-view Junior Suites before deciding on your target hotel price.
2. Compare UK Departure Airports
Manchester, Liverpool, Birmingham, Bristol, Newcastle, Glasgow and London can all produce different Málaga fares and flight schedules depending on travel date.
3. Look At The Total Flight Cost
Add baggage, seat selection and inconvenient flight times before deciding which fare is genuinely cheapest.
4. Use The Short Transfer
Compare taxi, private transfer, shared shuttle and rail. Because Torremolinos is so close to Málaga Airport, you have more practical choices than at many Costa del Sol resorts.
5. Decide How Much You Will Leave The Hotel
Because Hotel Riu Costa del Sol offers such a comprehensive resort setup, think realistically about whether you need car hire. For Torremolinos and Málaga, many travellers may manage perfectly well without one.
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5 Good Reasons To Choose Hotel Riu Costa del Sol
1. 24-Hour All Inclusive
Food, drinks and snacks are available within RIU's programme around the clock, giving the hotel a more comprehensive All Inclusive setup.
2. Around 50m From Bajondillo Beach
You get a true resort environment without sacrificing easy access to the Torremolinos seafront.
3. Strong Family Facilities
RIULand, a children's splash park and three outdoor pools give younger guests plenty to do.
4. Better Dining Variety
Italian, Andalusian, buffet and poolside options help prevent a longer All Inclusive stay feeling repetitive.
5. Spa & Adult Appeal
Sea-view rooms, wellness facilities and the seafront mean the hotel works for couples as well as families.
Hotel Riu Costa del Sol FAQs
Is Hotel Riu Costa del Sol 24-hour All Inclusive?
Yes. RIU currently markets the hotel as a 24-hour All Inclusive property. Restaurant hours and individual outlet rules still apply.
How far is Hotel Riu Costa del Sol from the beach?
RIU currently states that the hotel is around 50 metres from Bajondillo Beach.
How many pools does Hotel Riu Costa del Sol have?
RIU currently lists three outdoor swimming pools.
Does Hotel Riu Costa del Sol have a children's splash park?
Yes. A children's splash park is one of the hotel's current family facilities.
What is RIULand?
RIULand is RIU's children's entertainment programme and is currently offered at Hotel Riu Costa del Sol.
Does Hotel Riu Costa del Sol have family rooms?
Yes. RIU currently lists dedicated Family Rooms at around 31m².
How large are the standard rooms?
Standard Double Rooms are currently listed at around 26m².
Does the hotel have sea-view rooms?
Yes. Current categories include lateral sea-view doubles, lateral sea-view rooms with sofa beds and Junior Suites with frontal sea views.
How large are the Junior Suites?
Current frontal-sea-view Junior Suites are listed at approximately 36m².
How many bars are there?
RIU currently lists six bars at Hotel Riu Costa del Sol.
Which restaurants does Hotel Riu Costa del Sol have?
Current dining includes Ajoblanco, Italian restaurant La Dolce Vita, Andalusian restaurant María Sardina and poolside Pepe's Food.
Does Hotel Riu Costa del Sol have a spa?
Yes. RIU currently lists a Spa & Wellness centre. Individual treatments and services may cost extra.
Is Hotel Riu Costa del Sol good for couples?
Yes, particularly for couples who want sea-view accommodation, spa facilities, restaurant choice and a beachfront setting. It remains a family-friendly resort rather than adults only.
How far is Málaga Airport?
Private road transfers between Málaga Airport and this part of Torremolinos are commonly around 10–15 minutes in normal traffic.
Is Hotel Riu Costa del Sol Right For You?
Choose this RIU if you want a large 24-hour All Inclusive resort with three outdoor pools, RIULand, a children's splash park, themed dining, Spa & Wellness and Bajondillo Beach only around 50 metres away.
It is particularly strong for families who want enough happening on site to avoid planning an excursion every day, but it also has enough sea-view, dining and wellness appeal to work well for couples.
If you want a small, quiet hotel and expect to spend nearly every day exploring Andalucía, a simpler property may offer better value. If you want the hotel itself to be a major part of the holiday, Riu Costa del Sol has one of the clearest full-resort propositions among the Torremolinos hotels we have covered.