Noticed this as about to head away a few days ago and thought someone would have replied, so here goes, belatedly..
The area has lots to offer.. Aqua Park, near Torremolinos; Tivoli World fun park, the Marina, long walks along the Promenade, Selwo seaworld, Friday market at Arroyo, lots of trips on offer to place like Mijas and further afield, good bus/train transport system to explore the neighbouring towns, some excellent bars and restaurants, many of which have been mentioned on other threads re Benalmadena... couple of my own personal favourites are the Aberdeen Chinese in Palm Tree Avenue and the Rodeo steakhouse on the front by the windmill roundabout.. bar I would most frequent would be Legends in Bonanza Square, great for watching sport, if that's your kind of thing. I'm sure I've left out loads but, believe me, you won't be bored... been going there for 22 years and never a dull moment (except when it clouds over)!