El Corte Inglés Costa Mijas, el centro de Las Lagunas, is set to operate as a full department store again: according to what was announced in July 2026, the company is expanding it to bring back its usual departments. Here is what has been communicated, where it is and what it could mean if you live in, or want to buy a home in, Mijas Costa, Las Lagunas or Fuengirola.
One important caveat: the timetable below is the one that was made public, and we have not been able to confirm that each phase has already opened. To find out what is open today, the centre's official page is the most reliable source.
What has El Corte Inglés announced for its Las Lagunas centre?
In July 2026 it emerged that El Corte Inglés is expanding its Las Lagunas centre in Mijas to restore its full department store format. When the announcement was made, 3 of the 6 floors were operating, with 14,500 m² of retail space, and the plan is to exceed 22,000 m².
The phases that were communicated are as follows, always as announced and according to the planned timetable:
- Club del Gourmet, planned for July.
- Hipercor's ready-meals area, planned for August.
- New fashion and home areas.
- Investment in the electronics department.
- All the usual departments, in time for the 2026 Christmas campaign.
The announcement also covers jobs: 223 new positions, taking the workforce above 500 people. The amount invested in the centre has not been disclosed, so we will not pretend to know it.
The same report also mentions an accelerated growth programme for the company on the Costa del Sol, with Málaga and Marbella as reference points, though without details for now.
Why had the Las Lagunas centre been scaled back?
The centre opened in 2006 with El Corte Inglés and Hipercor. In April 2021 a restructuring was announced, with a significant reduction in staff and retail space, as part of the company's nationwide redundancy plan (ERE). The press put the decision down mainly to the growth of online shopping.
Since then, according to the outlet that broke the news, it had been running in a reduced format, with a fashion outlet taking centre stage and a smaller Hipercor. What is now being announced is therefore a change of direction.
Where is El Corte Inglés Costa Mijas and how do you get there?
The centre is at Calle Santa Laura, s/n, 29651 Las Lagunas, Mijas (Málaga). It has 1,733 parking spaces, and Hipercor is on the lower floor. Buses run from Fuengirola, and the Cercanías C-1 terminus in Fuengirola is nearby, which makes it easy to get there without a car from the coast.
As for opening times, we are not listing them here so they do not go out of date. The current hours and the bank holidays on which the centre opens are shown on its official page at elcorteingles.es.
What does it mean for living in Las Lagunas and Mijas Costa?
Las Lagunas is a residential area for year-round living, on the border with Fuengirola, rather than only a holiday spot. A full department store with a supermarket, fashion, home and electronics open all year round brings everyday services to people living here in winter and summer, and local jobs to residents.
For anyone considering a move to Mijas Costa, that convenience counts: shopping without travelling to another town, sorting out an appliance purchase or doing the weekly shop. It is worth weighing up the traffic on busier days too, particularly during the Christmas campaign.
Does a home gain value with a large shopping centre nearby?
There is no single percentage to quote, and you should be wary of anyone who offers one. What can be said is qualitative: nearby services and jobs support demand for year-round homes and long-term rentals, which is a steady profile in Fuengirola and Mijas Costa.
But the price of each property depends on its condition, layout, noise, parking and the specific street. Being near a shopping centre can be a convenience or a nuisance because of traffic and noise, depending on the case. That is why we recommend visiting the street at different times of day before deciding.
How much does a home cost nearby: Mijas, Fuengirola and Benalmádena?
These figures come from our Costa del Sol market report of November 2026, based on median asking prices in the EVS catalogue across 8,432 listings. Note that these are asking prices, not sale prices, and the table data is by municipality. For Las Lagunas, our catalogue holds 50 homes with a median of €347,000 and €3,836/m² (12 November 2026), below the Mijas median.
| Town | Listings | Median price | Median €/m² | €/m² middle half |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mijas | 1,163 | €549,000 | €4,317 | 3,391–€5,487 |
| Fuengirola | 669 | €549,000 | €5,314 | 4,120–€6,750 |
| Benalmádena | 374 | €630,000 | €4,569 | 3,559–€5,965 |
| Marbella | 2,098 | €950,000 | €6,053 | 4,539–€8,159 |
| Costa del Sol (overall) | 8,432 | €649,000 | €4,744 | 3,526–€6,484 |
A simple calculation: a flat of 80 m² at the Mijas median (€4,317/m²) would come to around €345,000, while at the Fuengirola median (€5,314/m²) it would be about €425,000. This is a guide for setting a budget, not a valuation: an individual property can sit well above or below it.
Notice too that Mijas and Fuengirola share the same median asking price, €549,000, but not the same price per square metre. This suggests that the type of property being advertised differs, so always compare euros per square metre and not only the total price. If you want to go further, we have guides on houses in Mijas and on apartments in Mijas Costa.
Conclusion: good news for services, not a promise of appreciation
El Corte Inglés Costa Mijas is moving from a scaled-back format to the ambition of becoming a complete department store again, with more floor space, more jobs and more services in Las Lagunas. For residents it is a convenience gain; for buyers, one more factor to weigh alongside the street, the condition of the property and the budget.
If you are thinking of buying in Mijas Costa, Las Lagunas, Fuengirola or Benalmádena, EVS Property can help you compare areas and match your budget to real market data, with no rush and no obligation.
Frequently asked questions
Where is El Corte Inglés Costa Mijas?
At Calle Santa Laura, s/n, 29651 Las Lagunas, Mijas (Málaga), on the border with Fuengirola. Buses run from Fuengirola and the Cercanías C-1 terminus is close by.
What changes in 2026?
As announced, the centre is being expanded to become a full department store again: from 3 of 6 floors and 14,500 m² to more than 22,000 m², with 223 new jobs and all departments planned for the 2026 Christmas campaign.
Does it have a supermarket and parking?
Yes: Hipercor is on the lower floor and the centre has 1,733 parking spaces. For current opening hours and bank-holiday openings, check the official page at elcorteingles.es.
How much does a home in Mijas cost?
According to our November 2026 report, the median asking price in Mijas is €549,000, with a median of €4,317/m² across 1,163 listings. In Las Lagunas, the median of the 50 homes in our catalogue is €347,000 (€3,836/m²).
Is Las Lagunas a good area to live in all year round?
It is a residential area on the border with Fuengirola, with services open all year. Whether it suits you depends on your daily life: visit the specific street at different times and consider noise, traffic and parking.
What next? The most useful thing after reading is to look at the real market: browse properties by city or tell us on WhatsApp what you are looking for — area, budget, timing — and we will prepare a tailored selection, with no obligation.
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