Did you know that there are more than a fifteen 5 star hotels in Marbella? Offering the best services and ensuring their guests carefree enjoyment.
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Marbella: a high quality destination
Marbella is, along with Estepona, the most privileged location for quality holidays.
Since its beginnings in the 1960s it has attracted film stars and aristocracy. Marbella stands out for its own benevolent microclimate. Thus it is a perfect destination all year round.
Why you will inevitably fall in love with Marbella
Marbella’s beaches are the best on the Costa del Sol, of fine white and golden sand. There are also some dunes. The long coastal strips next to the luxury urbanisations even in summer have a relatively low occupancy rate.
The natural contrasts in Marbella are a delight. From the beach we always have in the background the beautiful Sierra Blanca. With a height of 1,275 metres it offers several trails, such as El Juanar. From there you can enjoy magnificent views of the coast.
The old town of Marbella is one of the most beautiful on the Costa del Sol. Enjoy a stroll through alleys and squares. Discover beautiful corners and cafés, terraces and restaurants in the purest Marbella style.
Marbella has taken the traditional concept of a “Chiringuito”, i.e. a beach bar, to the next level: Exquisite beach clubs, with refined decoration, international menu, DJ, Balinese beds, entertainment and of course, lots of beautiful people. The best known, such as Nikki Beach and Ocean Club, are daytime beach clubs.
Within a radius of 20 kilometres from the centre of Marbella you can choose from more than 30 golf courses.
The area also has the best Spas on the Costa del Sol with a wide range of treatments and wellness. Discover the best Spas on the Costa del Sol.
If you enjoy glamorous nights out, Marbella is famous for its nightlife and some of the most extravagant clubs.
Do you still need more reasons to be convinced?
Beach Clubs in Marbella
Without a doubt, the best and most sophisticated beach clubs on the Costa del Sol are to be found in Marbella.
Whether you like lush, late-night parties or a refined chill-out in an exclusive setting by the sea: Marbella’s Beach Clubs offer you all this and more.
If Marbella is your destination this summer, here you will find the best of the best to unleash the hedonist in you.
Activities in Marbella
You don’t even have to leave the city to enjoy yourself. We suggest some nice activities in Marbella.
Michelin restaurants in Marbella
You prefer to dine in a more relaxed or stylish way? You will be interested to know that Marbella is also the city with the highest number of Michelin Restaurants. So even the most demanding palates are sure to be satisfied.
Concerts Starlite Marbella
Undoubtedly one of the best venues on the Costa del Sol is Starlite Marbella. It features more than 50 nights of concerts throughout the summer.
Enjoy prestigious artists in small capacity boutique concerts, in the unrivalled location of the Cantera de Nagüeles.
Parks in Marbella
The city has some beautiful parks where you can stroll under the shade of leafy trees. The Parque de la Constitución and the Parque de la Represa are the lungs of Marbella. It is a pleasure to stroll in the shade among an abundant amalgam of plant species.
Puerto Banús – Luxury Nautical Enclave
It is safe to say that there is no shortage of any kind in Puerto Banús.
The Marina is one of the great meeting points of the international Jet Set. And therefore there is a huge range of activities and entertainment available.
5 Star Hotels in Marbella
ME Marbella
ME is located in the heart of Puerto Banús, just metres from the most exclusive boutiques and vibrant nightlife and only 100 metres from the beach.
With rooms overlooking the Mediterranean, this exclusive hotel features 3 outdoor swimming pools with Balinese beds and a heated indoor pool. It also offers a spa, gym, terrace, gardens, bar and on-site entertainment.
Los Naranjos Golf Course is less than 5 km from the hotel.
Gran Marbella Resort & Beach Club
Gran Marbella Resort & Beach Club is located in the eastern part of Marbella, a 3-minute walk from the beach.
The hotel combines Andalusian charm with luxurious comfort and offers 135 elegantly designed rooms and suites with spectacular sea or mountain views.
It has 4 swimming pools, an exclusive Spa, gym, Beach Club, gardens, fine dining restaurant, bar and discotheque.
La Cala Golf Course is 10 km from the Resort.
The hotel also offers experiences such as olive oil tastings, guided mountain routes, walks by the sea, seafaring workshops, live flamenco, local craft sessions, sunrise yoga and traditional Andalusian culinary experiences.
La Fonda Heritage Hotel
Do you want to enjoy all the 5 star services, but staying in an historic building in the centre of Marbella?
La Fonda Heritage Hotel is located in the Plaza de Santo Cristo, in the heart of the old town. It is a Boutique hotel composed of three restored historic properties from the 16th century that opened its doors in 2023.
La Fonda features modern facilities, three gourmet restaurants, open courtyards and a sky bar.
Its 20 bright, elegant and exquisitely designed rooms are equipped with the most sophisticated and modern comfort and the most advanced technology.
Venus Beach is an 8-minute walk from the accommodation.
The hotel is adapted for people with reduced mobility.
Marriott’s Marbella Beach Resort
This beachfront aparthotel recently made the jump into the league of 5-star hotels in Marbella.
It is located in the west of Marbella, in Elviria, surrounded by beautiful gardens.
The complex has 288 rooms-apartments with living room with multimedia equipment and air conditioning, large comfortable rooms and a fully equipped kitchen.
The apartments have direct access to the beach.
Guests of the Aparthotel can enjoy 4 restaurants and several bars, Spa and gym, as well as 2 indoor and 2 outdoor swimming pools.
The golf courses of Santa Maria and Santa Clara are located about 3 km away.
Los Monteros Spa & Golf Resort
Los Monteros is the only 5* GL hotel on the Costa del Sol located on the Golf Mile. It offers green fees at special prices at more than 30 golf courses in the area, advice and equipment.
The hotel’s Spa is one of the most elegant with a wide range of treatments.
Last but not least, the hotel has its own Beach Club, La Cabane.
Puente Romano Beach Resort
The Hotel Puente Romano is located on the famous Golden Mile.
It is one of the best gastronomic hotels in Spain and Portugal: It features more than 15 restaurants on its premises.
The hotel has a very good range of supervised leisure activities for children and teenagers.
There is a tennis court, gym and the excellent Six Senses Spa.
Alanda Marbella Hotel
The Alanda Marbella Hotel is located on the Golden Mile, with a focus on health and wellness in a family atmosphere.
It is located 3 km from the historic centre of Marbella and the Monte Paraiso golf course.
The hotel features among others a natural and organic restaurant as well as a gym.
Marbella Club Hotel
The icon of Marbella. Founded by Prince Alfonso von Hohenlohe in the 60s of the last century and visited by countless celebrities.
Situated on the shores of the Mediterranean, the hotel is an oasis of elegant simplicity.
It features fresh Mediterranean cuisine and healthy options. Furthermore kids club, spa, gym, live music and all surrounded by lush subtropical gardens.
Hotel Don Pepe Gran Meliá
Located right on the beach.
The hotel has several swimming pools, spa, children’s play area, tennis and paddle tennis courts. There are several restaurants, cafe, lounge and veranda.
Nobu Hotel Marbella (Adults Only)
Located on the Golden Mile.
Nobu is especially designed for those who are looking for a new experience, and who always have fun in mind.
With excellent gastronomy, Japanese cuisine and signature cuisine, it also has a Six Sensas Spa and a gym.
Gran Hotel Guadalpin Banús
Located on the beach, a 15-minute walk from Puerto Banús.
It offers a varied gastronomy in its 7 restaurants and bars. The hotel has a gym, sauna and wellness treatment rooms.
Boho Club
Located on the Golden Mile. This luxury boutique hotel specialises in enjoying comfort in a tasteful and informal setting surrounded by gardens.
With wellness services, gym and a restaurant.
Hotel Villa Padierna
Classic hotel with a marked Tuscan palace style and surrounded by 3 golf courses.
The hotel houses each season outstanding personalities from business, politics and finance or relevant artists who spend their holidays in the establishment and which appeared in the news due to Michelle Obama’s visit.
The Spa is probably the best on the Costa del Sol.
Hotel The Westin La Quinta Golf Resort & Spa
Located in the so-called “Golf Valley”, just 10 minutes from Marbella.
The Westin La Quinta Golf Resort & Spa has a 27-hole golf course.
The hotel has 2 restaurants and three bars, a 1,500m2 spa and a gym.
Vincci Selección Estrella del Mar
Hotel located on the beach.
With oriental inspiration and a family atmosphere, quiet and exquisite taste.
The hotel has a Beach Club, spa, golf, gourmet cuisine and 15,000 m² of gardens.
Don Carlos Resort & Spa
Surrounded by 20,000m2 of lush gardens, this resort is located on the beach.
It has 6 restaurants and bars, spa, kids club and tennis club.
Hotel El Fuerte
In 2023 the historic Hotel El Fuerte Marbella opened as a new 5-star hotel in Marbella.
The previously 4-star hotel has been converted into a 5-star hotel after a major investment.
It has 266 rooms, a renewed aesthetic, and a high gastronomic proposal.
The hotel features a Michelin restaurant, a spectacular wellness centre and a modern gym with sea views.
It is located in front of the beach, right on the promenade and only 5 minutes’ walk from the Plaza de los Naranjos in the old town.
Transport from Malaga Airport to Marbella
Marbella is 50 km from Malaga airport. There is a good connection via the Mediterranean Motorway A-7 and AP-7.
However, there is no train connection available. And frankly, public transport by bus is probably the last thing we want to add to our journey after landing at Malaga airport.
The most convenient and practical options are as follows.
Car hire at Malaga airport
Hiring a car at Malaga airport doesn’t have to be a headache or stressful.
Make your reservation online with us, MalagaCar.com and pay when you pick up your car. The process is quick and easy.
Luxury car hire at Malaga Airport
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Private transfers from Malaga airport to Marbella
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