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Nerja, Spain, can be found on the eastern side of the Costa del Sol, just 50 kilometres from Malaga on the more undeveloped part of the region, lending to some spectacular and unspoiled views. Those worried that a hotel in Nerja will be poorly served for tourist attractions and facilities should not worry, as there is still plenty here for tourists on holiday. Nerjas biggest attraction is probably to couples, and those looking for relaxation with the 16 kilometres of sandy beaches and fascinating archaeological caves being the main reason to book a hotel in Nerja.

In a stunning location, Nerja is perched on cliffs above the Mediterranean with views across the bay. The most popular beach is the award-winning Playa Burriana, on the eastern side of the resort a reason to holiday in Nerja in itself! Accessible by car or rocky coastal path, this well-equipped beach has watersport facilities, plenty of beds and loungers, and numerous beach bars and cafes. The town, although charming and traditional, does have a great selection of bars and restaurants to choose from, and this lively town offers a decent while not overbearing nightlife, meaning you wont be confined to your Nerja hotel of an evening.

A great choice for couples, holidays in Nerja, Spain, provide a more sedate, relaxed vision of the Costa del Sol and some unforgettable views.

Currency:

Spain’s official currency is the Euro often signified by € or EUR.  One Euro is divided into 100 cents.   Money can be exchanged at bureaux de change and major hotels, but banks give the best rates.  All major credit cards and travellers cheques are widely accepted at most hotels, restaurants, and shops.   ATMs are widespread and are generally the cheapest and most convenient method of obtaining money.  The Euro is used in 12 members of the European Union.  Countries and territories using the Euro include: Belgium, Germany, Greece, Spain, France, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, The Netherlands, Austria, Portugal, Finland, Andorra, Monaco, San Marino, The Vatican, Martinique, Guadalupe, Reunion, Montenegro, and Kosovo.

Nerja Climate:

Dedicated sun seekers will love the Costa del Sol in summer when average temperatures reach 29°C, and swimmers and divers will enjoy the sea as it reaches 23°C and stays there.  But for some people it may be a little too hot, despite the welcome afternoon sea breeze.  Anyone who wants to avoid the hottest months should consider visiting during May or June, when the average maximum temperature is 23-27°C or September to early October, when the average maximum temperature is falling from 28°C to 23°C.  At these times temperatures are warm enough to ensure that a beach holiday is extremely pleasant, but not too hot, and any winter rain is avoided.

Time

Local time is GMT +1 (GMT +2 between the last Sunday in March and the Saturday before the last Sunday in October).

Language

Spanish is the official language, but English is widely understood in areas frequented by tourists. Catalan, Galician and Basque are spoken in the relevant areas.

Electricity

Electrical current is 220 or 225 volts, 50Hz. 
European-style two-pin plugs are standard.

Tipping

Hotel and restaurant bills usually include service charges, but additional tips are welcomed for services rendered.  In established restaurants tips of about 10% are expected.  Drivers of metered taxis expect small tips and it is customary to tip usually 5-10% for most services, including guides.

Communications

The international access code for Spain is +34.  The outgoing code is 00 followed by the relevant country code (e.g. 0044 for the United Kingdom).