Marbella is known as the playground of Europe's rich and famous. If the Costa del Sol was conceived as Europe's Florida, then Marbella is its Miami. Situated between Malaga and Gibraltar, this exclusive resort is where numerous international celebrities and royalty relocate for the summer, hiding out in private villas and exclusive five-star hotels, or on their luxury yachts.

San Pedro de Alcántara is in an ideal situation, just 10 kilometres west from all the glitz and glamour of Marbella, yet just a few minutes drive away from the natural beauty of the Sierra de Ronda mountain range and 20 km from the town of Estepona. An ancient farming community, once famous for sugar cane, today San Pedro is a refreshingly unspoilt pueblo with an appeal all of its own.

Rafael Berdaguer Abogados founded in Marbella in 1987 calls upon the experience developed over 40 years advising foreign clients in their property and businesses investments in Spain.

We list some of the budget hotels in Marbella plus a link to a detailed explanation of the hotel star rating system in Andalucia.

There are thousands of Ground floor apartments for sale in Marbella for sale in Marbella. The listing below are Ground floor apartments for sale in Marbella for sale. Many Ground floor apartments for sale in Marbella have lush Mediterranean gardens.

There are Semi-detached Villas for sale in Marbella. The listing below are Semi-detached Villas for sale. It is not the common configuration of property that exists in other parts of Europe. Many Semi-detached Villas in Marbella and particularly those on the lower slopes of the Sierra Blanca have views over the Mediterranean to north Africa. Many Semi-detached Villas have lush Mediterranean gardens.

There are many thousand of townhouses for sale in Marbella. The listing below are townhouses for sale. Some will feature a shared community swimming pool. Townhouses are available in all districts of Marbella. Many townhouses in Marbella and particularly those on the lower slopes of the Sierra Blanca have views over the Mediterranean to north Africa. Many townhouses have lush Mediterranean gardens maintained by the community.

There are hundreds of building plots for sale in Marbella. Some will be a sizable plot with space to construct a private swimming pool. Building plots are available in all districts of Marbella. Many plots particularly those on the lower slopes of the Sierra Blanca will have views over the Mediterranean to north Africa.

There are several thousand villas for sale in Marbella. The listing below are detached villas (houses) with or without a pool. They are available in most districts of Marbella except for the town centre. Many villas in Marbella and particularly those on the lower slopes of the Sierra Blanca have views over the Mediterranean to north Africa. Most villas have lush Mediterranean gardens and many have private swimming pools.

There are many thousand apartments for sale in Marbella. Some will feature a shared community swimming pool. Apartments are available in all districts of Marbella. Many apartments in Marbella and particularly those on the lower slopes of the Sierra Blanca have views over the Mediterranean to north Africa. Many apartments have lush Mediterranean gardens maintained by the community.

For most people who come to Marbella - or anywhere on the Costa del Sol - finding an Lawyer may not be an immediate priority unless they are buying a property. If you are an foreign resident setting up a company in Marbella you may use the services or a lawyer or an accountant.  

The Spanish for a Lawyer is an "Abogado" this is equivalent to a Solicitor or a Barrister in England or an Attorney in the United States.

If you are visiting Marbella and are interesting in exploring the surrounding countrysid, hire a car. If you are flying to Málaga Airport or Gibraltar Airport you can hire on arrival or prebook online and collect the hire car on arrival. It is also posible to hire a car in Marbella for a few days.

The Hotel Fuerte Marbella enjoys a superb beachfront location, while also being close to the old town - so you're in a prime spot for enjoying the beach.

Every Spanish town has at least one weekly market, if not more, and the towns in the area of Marbella are no exception. From ecological produce, to antiques and handmade gifts, you will find them all on stalls in and around Marbella. Below is a list of markets.

Marbella Rugby Club

Marbella Rugby Club is a non-profit sports club that promotes the game of rugby in Marbella and the surrounding area. The club welcomes players of all ages and both sexes, from four-year-olds in school to veterans.

This night club disco which is located on the Istan road near the Marbella Mosque above the Golden Mile. Housed in a purpose built Moorish structure with a vast dance floor, several bars and an outdoor terrace for al fresco cocktails. Seriously swanky venue which always delivers a euphoric punch. Excellent for celebrity spotting and a club for the seriously cool.

This route takes you from the coastal city of Malaga, southwest along the coast to San Pedro, then inland up the spectacular mountain road to Ronda. Next, you continue to Algodonales, which is also in the Sierra de Cadiz, before heading southeast down to the plains, and over to Jerez, home of sherry, flamenco and beautiful horses.

This route takes you from the coastal city of Malaga, south-west along the coast to San Pedro, then inland up the spectacular windy mountain road to Ronda. Next, you to continue to Algodonales, also in the Sierra de Cadiz, before heading south-east down to the plains, and over to Jerez.

One-Day-Itinerary to explore the countryside around the towns of Ronda and Gaucin. This route starts at San Pedro de Alcantera, just past Puerto Banus, and ends up just a few kilometres down the coast at Estepona. It's a delightful detour and one, which includes one of the best-known sierra towns of all, Ronda.