Baby Friendly Hotels in Costa del Sol

Ikos Andalusia is the one where you rock up, hand over your wallet worries at the door, and just exhale. Nine heated pools, Michelin-chef restaurants, an Ofsted-standard crèche from 6 months, and 24-hour room service that’s actually good, it’s basically engineered for exhausted parents. Just know the beach is grey and rocky, so leave the bucket and spade at home and embrace pool life.

La Zambra is that rare find: a genuinely stylish hotel that takes babies seriously. The baby club starts at 6 months with two free hours daily (a godsend), the family pool has gentle beach-style entry perfect for wobbly walkers, and little ones get robes and cuddly toys on arrival. It’s set in the gorgeous Mijas hills rather than on the beach, think “recharge holiday” rather than “beach holiday”, but the trade-off is a peaceful Andalusian retreat with an incredible spa for when the kids are in club.

An iconic Golden Mile property with a sprawling 5,000 sqm kids village offering flamenco yoga, pottery, and cookery classes, one of Spain’s most prestigious family-friendly addresses. Just know the kids club starts at 4, so under-4s will need babysitting.