Benahavis
The restaurant capital of the Costa del Sol — spectacular gorge village with world-class food.
About Benahavis
Benahavis is known as the restaurant capital of the Costa del Sol — a beautiful white village in a gorge between the mountains and the coast, with more restaurants per head than anywhere in southern Andalucía. Beyond the food, it offers spectacular mountain scenery, hiking trails and one of the region's finest hotel experiences at Anantara Villa Padierna.
Things To Do
Restaurant dining, mountain hiking, Anantara Villa Padierna spa, Zagaleta estate drives, La Zagaleta golf, olive oil experiences, gorge walks.
Experiences in Benahavis
View all
Best Time to Visit
Year-round for restaurants. Spring and autumn for hiking.
Getting There
15 minutes from Marbella or Estepona. Car essential.
Local Tips
Book a restaurant table in the village for Sunday lunch — the paella at El Gamonal is legendary among locals. Hike down into the gorge in the morning before the heat builds.