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Holidays to Nerja whisk you to an authentic corner of southern Spain, where sandy beaches and nightlife sit side-by-side with momentous history.

Nerja

The pretty village of Nerja is the epitome of a Costa del Sol seaside retreat. A Cruise & Stay holiday here means an appealing combination of relaxing, sunbathing and exploring towns by day and spending lively evenings in Spanish tapas bars by night.

Quaint Costa del Sol

Nerja used to be a quiet fishing village, but it has grown into a trusty getaway location for discerning sun-seekers. Nerja has around 16 kilometres of powdery sand beaches leading to crystal clear sea. Traditional and picturesque, the village offers most major water sports, and promises a Costa del Sol experience a world away from concrete high-rises. Nerja is a great base to explore this stretch of famous coastline – both urban and countryside adventures are within easy reach.

Whitewashed loveliness

The narrow winding streets of Nerja are lined with whitewashed buildings that house boutiques, bars and cafés. Spend an afternoon strolling the streets, with the aim to end up at the beautiful Balcón de Europa, Nerja’s impressive seafront promenade. This viewpoint shows a stunning backdrop of mountains, the Mediterranean Sea and the rocky coves that dot the coastline. It's a pretty breathtaking way to start or end a cruise holiday.

Nerja’s famous caves

Nerja is where famous Cueva de Nerja can be found, a series of enormous caverns featuring curious stalactites and stalagmites – including, impressively, the world’s largest stalagmite. Discovered in 1959, the caves have been a huge tourist draw in the years since. People come from across the world to marvel at the dazzling history and formations. There are three show galleries that guide visitors through the story of the caves, but for pure entertainment, summertime music concerts are held here too.

Beaches galore

Being on the Costa del Sol, there’s no shortage of beaches in the area. In fact, Nerja has ten all of its own. These shingle beaches are wonderfully flat with gently lapping waves, and boast snack bars and souvenir shops. For a Cruise & Stay break with some energetic seafront action, try visiting Playa Burrinana or the smaller Torrecilla. Both have all the facilities you need, including toilets, showers and lifeguards.

Places To Stay In Nerja » View all

Hotel Riu Monica

  • Adults-only
  • Pool with sea views
  • Close to the town centre
  • Free Wi-Fi

TripAdvisor Traveller Rating rating: 4.5

Prices from £276 per person

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AT A GLANCE

  • Enjoy the nightlife at Plaza Tutti Frutti
  • Eat Andalusian cuisine at Balcon de Europa
  • Explore Nerja’s spectacular underground caves
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Average monthly temperature and rainfall for Nerja.

TEMPERATURE (°C)RAINFALL (mm)

MonthTemperatureRainfall
JAN 17.0 71.0
FEB 18.0 60.0
MAR 20.0 51.0
APR 22.0 40.0
MAY 25.0 21.0
JUN 28.0 7.0
JUL 31.0 3.0
AUG 31.0 3.0
SEP 28.0 31.0
OCT 24.0 58.0
NOV 20.0 65.0
DEC 17.0 113.0

WHEN TO GO

Spain has a typically Mediterranean climate. In the Balearic Islands, things start to heat up in May, when you’re looking at highs in the mid-20s. Temperatures reach their peak in July and August, with the mercury topping 30°C. Things are much the same on the mainland, with mild spring and autumn months, and summers that see plenty of sunshine and temperatures in the high 20s. Further south, the Canary Islands enjoy mild, sub-tropical weather. Dubbed the ‘Islands of Eternal Spring’, they rarely see temperatures dip below 20°C in winter and 25°C in summer. The western islands see the most rain, although during the summer it’s only the odd shower here and there.

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  • The Festival of Three Cultures, Frigiliana town

    Frigiliana’s Festival of Three Cultures is a 20-minute bus ride from Nerja. This annual religious festival packs Frigliana…

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  • Shop for crafts, leather and Spanish sherry at Balcon de Europa

    The Calle Diputacion and Calle Pintada are where you’ll find everything from independent clothes boutiques to craft shops.…

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  • Oliva, Calle De La Pintada, 7, 29780 Nerja, Spain

    Oliva is a 10-minute walk from Playa Burriana. Its stark white interior is offset with banks of sleek black tables, and great…

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  • Bar hop at Plaza Tutti Frutti

    Midnight onwards is when Nerja’s Plaza Tutti Frutti’s young, dressed-up tourists and locals flock to the 25 bars that rev…

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  • Explore the Caves of Nerja

    Three kilometres east of Nerja, these five-kilometre marble and limestone caves were first stumbled upon by a group of friends…

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