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.
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.
Set in a picturesque Golf Valley, The Westin La Quinta Golf Resort & Spa, Benahavis, Marbella has a spa, 27-hole golf course, free 24-hour gym and 2 swimming pools surrounded by gardens.
Barceló Marbella is in Guadalmina, 10 minutes’ drive from Puerto Banús on the Costa del Sol. It boasts a seasonal outdoor pool and is just 200 metres from Guadalmina Golf Club.
This family-run hotel is set in a privileged spot in San Pedro de Alcántara centre, a 20-minute walk from the beach and a 5-minute drive to Puerto Banus Marina. It offers a rooftop sun terrace.
All of the rooms at Hotel Doña Catalina feature air-conditioning and include free Wi-Fi, flat-screen cable TV and a private bathroom.
Just 150 metres from Marbella Beach, Hotel El Faro Marbella has an outdoor pool and a large terrace. The air-conditioned studios and apartments all have a balcony and satellite TV.
The apartments and studios at El Faro come with free WiFi and a kitchen with utensils. All have a lounge area, and safes can be rented.
Built in the style of an Andalusian village, with pretty streets and squares, Globales Pueblo Andaluz is located in San Pedro de Alcántara. It offers an outdoor swimming pool and tennis court.
Each spacious room features a satellite TV. There is a private bathroom with a bath or shower. A safe is available to rent.
An outdoor pool and rooms with balconies are on offer at Cortijo Blanco. Situated 500 metres from Linda Vista Beach, it is set in traditional Andalusian-style buildings in attractive gardens.
Situated in San Pedro de Alcántara, this NH is just 1.3 km from the beach and 5 minutes’ by car from Puerto Banus. It offers free WiFi, and rooms feature air conditioning and a balcony.
From the roof-top terrace guests can enjoy views of the surrounding area.
Set in Marbella, NH Marbella lies just 5 minutes' walk from the seafront and 20 minutes' from the centre of Marbella. Free WiFi and outdoor pool are featured.
Offering an outdoor swimming pool, Alanda Marbella Hotel is a 5-star hotel situated in Marbella's Golden Mile, just 3 km from Puerto Banus. Free WiFi is available throughout.
Iberostar Marbella Coral Beach is located just 1 km from central Puerto Banús. Set among lush palm gardens, the complex features outdoor pools with sun loungers, beach club, gym and rooms with private balcony. Free high speed WiFi is available throughout.
Hard Rock Hotel Marbella - Puerto Banús has a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Marbella. This 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, an ATM and free WiFi. The hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, evening entertainment and room service.
This stylish hotel is 500 metres from the beach in a quiet area of Marbella. It features an outdoor pool, beach club, rooms with balconies or terrace and free Wi-Fi. Puerto Banús is 15 km away.
Set within beautiful gardens on the sea front, Marbella Beach Resort offers elegantly furnished rooms with a balcony, TV and CD player. The apartments have direct access to the beach.
Welcome to Puente Romano Beach Resort, the Mediterranean's most vibrant place to be. Puente Romano Beach Resort is a member of “Leading Hotels of the World”, and is located on the south coast of Spain, on the famous “Golden Mile”.
Hotel Central is a cosy hotel in a quiet, small street in Marbella’s charming old town, 5 minutes' walk from the beach. Each of its rooms comes with free Wi-Fi and a plasma-screen TV.
