Description Sleek Sapphire: Las Lagunas de Mijas

This light-filled apartment is contemporary to a tee. It's a squeeze for all six guests since two will sleep on the sofa bed, but there's a lot to like despite the smaller size. The private plunge pool is the perfect antidote to Costa del Sol's endless rays, and the terrace is a prime spot for socializing and admiring the distant Mediterranean Sea views. You'll have a slew of resort amenities to take advantage of – we're talking communal swimming pools, on-site restaurants, a fitness centre, and a sauna and steam room. And the location isn't bad, either. Playa Faro de Calaburras is 650 metres away, while just a little further lies Fuengirola (2 kilometres) and Marbella (24 kilometres).

Home truths:
*Two guests will sleep on the sofa bed in the living area
*Part of a resort, the building's entrance, pools, gym and other amenities are shared with other guests
*While the private plunge pool is in use all year long, the communal pools are only available from June to September
*The dining table doubles as a laptop-friendly workspace if you need to work from home
*You'll need to hire a car to make the most of the location – parking is provided in the building's basement garage
*The resort offers a free shuttle to the beach and on-site restaurants
*Your host doesn't accept groups of young people aged 23 or younger