As one of Spain's most exclusive holiday destinations, beloved of the titled, rich and famous, Marbella has a number of luxurious hotels.
Many of these are right on the beach, but some are just inland, offering more privacy and spacious surroundings. The most exclusive and sought-after stretch is the so-called "Golden Mile", between Puerto Banus and Marbella.
The hotels in Marbella which have prime location on the beachfront (en primera linea, as it's known here), often have their own beach clubs, where you can recline in comfort on a Balinese day bed, sip fresh juice and eat grilled fish and salads by day. At night, these turn into sophisticated places for the fashionable crowd to hang out - you can drink cocktails and show off your tan in your new sexy summer dress, and dance the night away. Themed parties with live music and entertainment are held regularly throughout the summer.
The most famous (and longest-established) hotel in Marbella is probably the Marbella Club. Dating from 1954, its founder was the driving behind modern hotels in Marbella, the beach resort we know today.
Another very well-known hotel near Marbella is the Hotel Villa Padierna, where Michelle Obama stayed on her visit in August 2010 Actually located in Benahavis municipal district with access from Estepona is 10 mins drive to their beach club.
Beachfront hotels include Hotel Puente Romano, and the Hotel Don Carlos (reopening in July 2025 after multi million refurbishment. The Don Carlos houses Nikki Beach Club.
In the old town of Marbella, with its narrow, cobbled streets, you can find smaller hotels such as La Fonda opened in a tastefully reconstructed period building.
Well situated in the centre of Marbella, Hostal El Gallo offers air-conditioned rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar. Featuring a children's playground, this property is set a short distance from La Bajadilla Beach, El Faro Beach and Venus Beach. The accommodation features evening entertainment and luggage storage space.
Situated 2.1 km from San Pedro Beach, Hotel Avenida 31 offers 2-star accommodation in Marbella and has a terrace, a restaurant and a bar. The property is set 2.5 km from Cortijo Blanco Beach, 36 km from La Duquesa Golf and 44 km from La Cala Golf. The hotel also features free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service.
This luxurious beachfront hotel, set between Marbella and Puerto Banús, has 2 luxurious pools and 5 restaurants. Surrounded by lush gardens with direct beach access. Featuring bedrooms with a private terrace and sea or garden views, Marbella Club Hotel was originally the private residence of Prince Alfonso von Hohenlohe, the founder of the hotel.
This simple and welcoming hotel is situated a short walk from the beach, not far from Marbella’s charming old town, with its numerous shops, bars and restaurants.
Hotel Claude Marbella is a restored 17th-century building 150 metres from Marbella’s Plaza de los Naranjos. The elegant rooms have an iPod dock, 32-inch flat-screen TV and free Wi-Fi.
This charming hotel is located in the historic centre of Marbella, right next to the Moorish castle walls. It offers bright, air-conditioned rooms with balconies and free Wi-Fi, 7 minutes’ walk from Venus Beach.
Next to Alameda Park and 200 metres from Venus Beach, Hotel Monarque El Rodeo is located in the city centre. It offers swimming pool, sun terrace and free Wi-Fi. The rooms have air conditioning and terraces.
Surrounded by tropical gardens, BlueBay Banús is 10 minutes’ walk from the beach in Puerto Banús. It offers 3 outdoor pools, and air-conditioned rooms with satellite TV.
The rooms at BlueBay Banús feature tiled floors and cheerful colours. Each one has a minibar and a private bathroom with a hairdryer.
Welcome to the world of hospitality and luxury at The Marbella Heights Boutique Hotel. We are small boutique hotel with 5 rooms.
Exquisite Asian-style design, individual design of each room, open terraces with panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea and the mountain range, garden and outdoor heated pool.
El Fuerte a historic establishment on the Costa del Sol, now transformed to 5 stars, is the Marbella hotel that best combines casual luxury, an exclusive and welcoming atmosphere and the sheer comfort offered by its location on the city centre’s beachfront, which offers stunning sea views right across Marbella’s seafront promenade.
Surrounded by 20.000sq meters of gardens, this luxury resort opens onto Marbella’s Elviria Beach, where it has a private beach club with VIP amenities. The resort offers several swimming pools, a wellness center and tennis facilities.
Vasari Resort offers luxury apartments with a private terrace, just 1 km from the exclusive Puerto Banús Marina. The complex has outdoor pools, set in tropical gardens. Breakfast and lunch are also available at the poolside bar, which is open from April to September.
Óbal Urban, totally renovated in 2023, is centrally located opposite Alameda Park in Marbella's old town, 3 minutes' walk from Marbella Beach. It offers great views and free high-speed WiFi throughout.
The luxurious ME Marbella features 3 outdoor pools. Guests have free access to the 24-hour fitness centre.
All rooms at the ME Marbella offer interactive satellite TV and a safe. Air conditioning and heating are offered seasonally, and the private balcony features views.
Boutique Hotel B51 is located on the irresistible coast of Marbella, a symbol of glamour, sailing and golf. Located in the centre of Puerto Banús, next to the marina itself and surrounded by bars, restaurants and night clubs.
This adults-oriented hotel features suites, where the stylish design makes all the difference.
Set on the beachfront, in the centre of Marbella's old town, this Adults Only Recommended hotel offers a spa and outdoor swimming pool. Amare Marbella Beach Hotel - Adults Only Recommended features free WiFi throughout the property and at the Beach Club.
Ideally located in Marbella, Hotel Lima - Adults Recommended offers air-conditioned rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a terrace. 200 metres from Venus Beach and 300 metres from El Faro Beach, the property features a restaurant and a bar. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge.
Gran Guadalpin Banus has direct beach access and is a 15-minute walk from the centre of Puerto Banus in Marbella. It offers an outdoor pool, wellness centre, gym and free Wi-Fi. All air-conditioned rooms at Gran Guadalpin Banus feature flat-screen TV and a safe. All have a private balcony, some with sea views, and the bathroom comes with a hairdryer and toiletries.
Guests can enjoy an authentic Andalusian experience in this whitewashed townhouse in Marbella's old town. La Morada Mas Hermosa offers free Wi-Fi throughout and an Andalusian patio.
Hotel Pyr Marbella is located in the centre of Puerto Banus, 300 metres from the beach. Pyr Marbella offers studios with terrace or balcony with table and chairs and private bathroom with bath tub and hairdryer.
