Costa del Sol Resort

The Resort & Its Setting

Costa del Sol Resort is a beachfront property on El Mar Drive, right at the edge of the Atlantic in Lauderdale-By-The-Sea. Guests and reviewers (4.7/5 from close to 300 Google reviews) consistently point to the airy suites with full kitchens, the outdoor pool, and free parking — practical perks for anyone staying a week rather than a couple of nights. As an independent resort rather than a branded chain property, Costa del Sol has its own on-site management and owners' association, who you'll deal with directly for anything related to ownership transfers.

Lauderdale-By-The-Sea and the Surrounding Area

Lauderdale-By-The-Sea is one of those South Florida towns that trades high-rise glitz for a quieter, village feel — low-rise buildings, a walkable strip of shops and seafood restaurants, and a beach that doesn't feel overrun even in season. The resort is about half a kilometre from that beach, an easy walk for a morning swim or sunset stroll.

For bigger city energy, Fort Lauderdale is roughly 8 km south, with Las Olas Boulevard's shopping and dining and the Beach Promenade both within easy reach. Pompano Beach, about 5 km away, is worth a visit for its fishing pier and fresh seafood. Further inland, Coconut Creek (around 12 km) has golf courses and family-friendly entertainment if you want a change of pace from the coast.

Selling or Renting a Week Here

If you own a week at Costa del Sol Resort and are considering selling or renting it out, BidMyTimeshare.com works as an owner-to-owner marketplace: you list your week yourself, set your own asking price, and interested buyers or renters contact you directly through the platform. There's no commission taken on the sale — sellers simply pay a one-time listing fee to get their week in front of buyers.

Because Costa del Sol is an independent resort, any resale transfer goes through the resort's own owners' association or management company rather than a national brand office. Before agreeing on a price with a buyer, it's worth contacting them directly to confirm the current transfer fee and the latest annual maintenance fee, since these aren't published figures and can change. Ask too whether the resort or association holds a right of first refusal on resales — some do, some don't, and it affects how quickly a private sale can close.

For renters, what tends to matter most is straightforward: a working kitchen, parking, pool access, and proximity to the beach — all things Costa del Sol already has going for it. Being upfront in your listing about unit size, view, and the week or points available will help attract serious enquiries.

Exchange Flexibility

Costa del Sol Resort is affiliated with both RCI and Interval International, so owners aren't limited to just this property. A week or the equivalent points can be deposited into either exchange network and swapped for stays at other affiliated resorts, whether that's another Florida beach town, a ski destination, or somewhere further afield. If you're buying a resale week here, it's worth checking with the seller or the resort directly which of the two networks the unit is currently enrolled in, since that's not always automatic and may need to be reinstated in your name after transfer.

Practical Notes for Buyers and Sellers

South Florida's most comfortable weather runs roughly November through March, with April–May and September–November offering a decent shoulder season — fewer crowds, still-good weather, and sometimes easier availability for exchanges. Beach parking in Lauderdale-By-The-Sea is metered, so factor that in if you're highlighting parking as a perk in a rental listing. For getting around, public transport links to both Fort Lauderdale and Miami are reasonably good, which is worth mentioning if you're marketing the week to renters without a car.