16/10/2026
We take the position that Hotels are for vacations, and apartments are for people to live in, not business opportunities!
John C Wren
Torremolinos GAY Pride Thank you for sharing your opinion. We fully understand the concerns surrounding housing availability, and we agree that access to affordable housing is an important issue.
However, we also believe there is room for different types of accommodation, including hotels, holiday apartments and residential housing, provided they are properly regulated and managed responsibly.
Tourism is an important part of the Costa del Sol's economy, supporting many local businesses and jobs.
At Namaste Elite, we believe in responsible tourism, respecting local communities and ensuring that holiday rentals operate within the applicable regulations.
We respect your point of view, even if we don't entirely share it. A constructive discussion about balancing tourism and housing needs is always welcome.
Reply
John C Wren We understand your position but we will be fighting to make sure that all apartments are only owned by private individuals, never Companies, investment funds or trusts. Second homes are fine but not for subletting. There will be plenty of notice for these companies to sell their holdings thus increasing the housing stock for people who actually live here. And as for responsible management of holiday makers in a residential Community, all we can say is that most just totally flout the rules without a care. Thankfully our Complex does not have any holiday rentals now.
🏡 IS YOUR HOLIDAY RENTAL REALLY PERFORMING AS WELL AS IT COULD?
Many property owners on the Costa del Sol manage their own holiday rentals successfully.
But here's a question worth asking:
Are you maximising your property's potential — or simply accepting the bookings that come in?
A well-managed holiday rental isn't just about having a great apartment and good reviews.
It's also about:
✔️ Setting the right prices throughout the year
✔️ Understanding how Booking.com and Airbnb work
✔️ Reducing unnecessary operating costs
✔️ Improving occupancy without constantly lowering prices
✔️ Staying informed about changing regulations
✔️ Making the most of available technology
Small improvements in these areas can make a meaningful difference.
I'm John Wren, founder of Namaste Elite.
Through my experience managing holiday rentals on the Costa del Sol, I've learned that there is rarely a one-size-fits-all approach.
That's why I'm offering FREE 30-minute private consultations to property owners who would appreciate a professional second opinion.
This isn't about convincing you to hand over your property to a management company.
It's about sharing practical knowledge that could help you make better decisions.
Completely free. No obligation. No sales pressure.
📍 Torremolinos | Benalmádena | Málaga | Mijas
📲 WhatsApp: +34 653 547 430
🌐 www.namasteelite.com
John Wren
Founder – Namaste Elite Property Advisory
💬 A question for property owners: What's your biggest challenge — getting enough bookings, setting the right prices, dealing with guests, or keeping up with regulations?
I'd be interested to hear your experiences in the comments.
