Road Genius compares campervan rentals from many trusted suppliers in Spain. Málaga Airport (AGP) is the main pick-up point on the Costa del Sol, with fast motorway connections to Granada, Seville and the Algarve. The region has mild winters, long beaches and quick access to mountain roads, so plan your route to include both sea and mountain areas.
Season | Average High Temperature (°C / °F) | Best For |
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Winter (Dec–Feb) | 17°C / 63°F | Quiet city visits and hiking, but sea is cold |
Spring (Mar–May) | 22°C / 72°F | Best combination of mild weather and open campsites |
Summer (Jun–Aug) | 30°C / 86°F | Beach season but crowded and hot; book in advance |
Autumn (Sep–Nov) | 24°C / 75°F | Warm sea, lower prices, some heavy rain |
Location | Utilities Available | Advantages | Disadvantages |
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Camping Torremolinos (10 km from airport) | Full hook-ups | Bus to city, 5-minute walk to beach | Airplane noise, must book July–August |
Área Málaga Beach (El Palo district) | Water and electricity | 20-minute bus to old town, waste disposal on-site | Small spaces for vehicles under 7m, 48-hour limit |
Camping Cabopino (Marbella) | Full hook-ups | Pine trees for shade, swimming pool, open year-round | 45 km from Málaga, crowded in high season |
Puerto de la Torre Motorhome Area (free municipal site) | Water only | Free parking, city bus every 15 minutes | No electricity, only 20 spaces, 48-hour maximum stay |
Permitted area in Sierras de Tejeda National Park | No utilities | Mountain views, cooler temperatures at night | Permit required, difficult access for vehicles over 6m |