You can get a lot more for your money in this small Costa del Sol beach town than you ever imagined

A charming seaside village in Spain has been named one of the best value destinations for summer 2025 — and it’s right by the biggest Spanish holiday hotspots.

Spain’s Costa del Sol, with its amazing beaches, vibrant nightlife, and abundance of hotels, is a popular destination for tourists. But there’s a lesser-known spot that’s cheap and often overlooked.

The charming town of Manilva is about a 40-minute drive from prominent holiday destinations like Marbella and Málaga, and it’s well worth having on your radar this summer. That’s because, according to research from TravelSupermarket, Manilva is Spain’s top destination where you can get more bang for your buck, with a week’s holiday coming in at around £371 (436 euros)  per person between May and September.

The lush green hilltop is underrated

The underrated hilltop village is surrounded with lush greenery and vineyards, and is just a short distance from some of Spain’s most beautiful beaches.

There’s a lot to explore for the adventurous explorer. The El Castillo de la Duquesa, the Ingenio-Chico aqueduct and many fascinating museums and archeological sites are just a few. 

Hikers will not be disappointed with the many trails that offer spectacular views of the mountains as well as the Mediterranean.

Steph Marinkovic is the Head of Editorial for TravelSupermarket. She said: “Manilva offers three different experiences all in one place.”

“Visitors can base themselves in the traditional whitewashed pueblo up on the hill with its stunning coastal views, the more polished Puerto de la Duquesa marina area, or the authentic Spanish beach town of San Luis de Sabinillas — all at incredibly competitive prices,” the travel expert added.

Ideal spot for any holiday

Marinkovic said, “With such a wide range of resorts, tourists can choose the ideal spot for their holiday without paying the high prices of developed resorts, like Marbella and Estepona.”

What else should you not miss? Manilva is known for its vineyards. They offer wine tastings and tours. 

Sabinillas Beach in nearby is the perfect place for sun seekers. With its calm waters and dark sands it’s a lesser-known beach so you won’t be fighting the crowds.

Imagine that you want to find more inspiration for the next trip. TravelSupermarket’s experts have identified the 10 most affordable summer beach destinations across Spain, not only on the mainland, but also some of the islands including Tenerife, Majorca and the Canary Islands.

Below is a list of all the cheap places to stay.

1. Manilva, Costa del Sol (£371-436 euros)
2. Costa del Silencio, Tenerife (£424-l498 euros)
3. S’illot, Majorca (£449-527 euros)
4. Calpe, Costa Blanca (£470-552 euros)
5. Cala Ratjada, Majorca (£488-573 euros)
6. Callao Salvaje, Tenerife (£498-585 euros)
7. Tossa de Mar, Costa Brava (£508-596.50 euros)
8. Puerto de la Cruz, Tenerife (£512-601.20 euros)
9. Lloret de Mar, Costa Brava (£522-613 euros)
10. El Arenal, Majorca (£535-628.20)

The travel editor stated that “Across the top 10, we see a mixture of established resorts and lesser-known jewels, giving budget conscious travellers plenty of choices for their summer getaway.”

“No matter your holiday style — whether you prefer authentic villages, vibrant resorts, or family-friendly beaches — there’s a bargain destination in Spain to match,” Marinkovic concluded.