The Best Five Star
Hotels in Costa del Sol

Resort. Highly elegant. Great value. Set in Estepona, less than 1 km from Guadalmansa Beach, Ikos Andalusia offers accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Among the facilities at this property are free shuttle service and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The resort features an outdoor swimming pool, sauna, evening entertainment and a kids' club. The resort will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bath or shower. At Ikos Andalusia every room has bed linen and towels. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving French, Greek and Italian cuisine. Vegetarian and gluten-free options can also be requested. Ikos Andalusia offers guests a wellness area with a hot tub, a hammam and an indoor pool. You can play table tennis and tennis at the resort, and the area is popular for canoeing and cycling. With staff speaking German, English, Spanish and French, around-the-clock information is available at the reception. Playa de Arroyo las Cañas-Velerín is 1.7 km from Ikos Andalusia, while El Saladillo Beach is 1.7 km away. The nearest airport is Gibraltar International Airport, 58 km from the accommodation. Show full description

Luxury Hotel. Luxurious. Rooftop bar. The luxurious Gran Hotel Miramar GL is set in a listed XX century building and is located in Malaga, 10 metres from La Malagueta Beach. This beachfront hotel has a spa centre and a seasonal pool. Featuring views of the beach, the garden, or the city, the elegant rooms at this hotel are air conditioned and equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and an entertainment media library, as well as Bluetooth sound system, USB and HDMI connections. All rooms are fitted with a private bathroom equipped with a bath, mirror with temperature and clock and Bulgari toiletries. The hotel restaurant Príncipe de Asturias offers International cuisine with a Mediterranean touch, as well as an informal snack bar. It also has roof-top chill-out terrace where guests can enjoy drinks, and stunning sea view. Breakfast is served at the pool level and it consist on an extensive buffet offering a great variety of fruit, cold meat and cheese, pastry, and a show-cooking part for your on-demand requests. Other facilities include a children's pool and a seasonal miniclub, or a wide range of meeting and conference rooms. Alcazaba is 700 metres from Gran Hotel Miramar GL, and the city centre is a 10-minute walk away. The nearest airport is Malaga Airport, 9 km from the property. Show full description

Boutique hotel. Delightful property. Great views. Popular among couples. Built in 1932, this listed building preserves much of its historic charm. It has over 3,500m² of public areas, gardens and terraces. Rooms at the Hotel Castillo de Santa Catalina feature a plasma TV, marble or tiled bathrooms, free Wi-Fi, and unique décor. The hotel offers spectacular views over Málaga Bay. The rooms at the Castillo come with individual climate control, a safe and a minibar. Many offer sea views. Free parking is offered on site. The Santa Catalina is situated in the exclusive El Limonar area of Málaga, 800 metres from La Caleta Beach. The Picasso Museum and the city centre are less than 2 km away. Show full description

Luxury Hotel. Charming. Featuring 3 18-hole golf courses, this luxury hotel is 10 minutes’ drive from Puerto Banus. Designed like a Tuscan palace, it features a 2, 000 m² spa, Roman Amphitheater and a luxurious beach club. Air-conditioned rooms and villas have satellite TV, a CD player and luxury Frette bed linen. Anantara Villa Padierna Palace Benahavís Marbella Resort offers rooms and villas surrounded by beautiful gardens. All have views of the golf course, pool or gardens, and in some cases the Mediterranean Sea. Private bathrooms come with a bath and shower, hairdryer, slippers and bathrobe. All villas have a private garden, and some have a private swimming pool. Villas also feature a kitchenette. The Thermal Spa includes an indoor pool and gym. There are 2 saunas, 3 steam rooms and a Turkish bath. A range of health and beauty treatments is available in The Medical Wellness Institute. The Anantara Villa Padierna Palace Benahavís Marbella Resort has 5 restaurants, with outdoor terraces offering superb views. There is also an English bar with a fireplace. Buffet breakfast served in the restaurant with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options is included in all the rates. The hotel offers a free shuttle service to its summer beach club, where there is a restaurant. Loungers and beach towels are provided. Kids Club opens during school holidays in Summer, Easter, and Christmas, and it's available free of charge for children from 4 to 12 years old. Show full description

Luxury Hotel. Luxurious. Great breakfast. Kempinski Hotel Bahía Beach Resort & Spa is a beachfront hotel overlooking the Mediterranean, just 15 minutes’ drive from Puerto Banus. It features 3 outdoor swimming pools, gardens and a spa. Rooms at the Kempinski Marbella feature a balcony or terrace. Each room has a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and a marble bathroom with hairdryer. Facilities at the Kempinski Hotel Bahía Beach Resort & Spa include a fitness studio with free fitness activities and tennis courts. The hotel Spa has a sauna, steam bath, indoor relaxation pool and 6 treatment rooms. There is also a seasonal Kid's Club, open during peak season. The Kempinski offers a buffet breakfast buffet and two further restaurants offering a range of Mediterranean and Spanish cuisine. Guests can enjoy a drink overlooking the garden and sea or at the poolside snack bar. This hotel is a 5-minute drive from the centre of Estepona, offering several restaurants, beachclubs and clothing boutiques. Marbella can be reached in 20 minutes by car. Malaga Airport is 73 km away. Show full description

Luxury Hotel. Luxurious. Great value. This beachfront boutique hotel with an outdoor pool and hot tub overlooks the Mediterranean Sea. It has direct access to Las Gaviotas beach in Benalmádena and offers sea views. The modern rooms at the Vincci Selección Aleysa have air conditioning, a 42-inch LED TV with satellite channels. They also include a laptop safe, mini fridge and electric kettle. The elegant bathrooms include a bathrobe, slippers and toiletries. Free sports classes are offered on request in the hotel's garden, overlooking the sea. Vincci Selección Aleysa also offers courtesy cars on request. The Vincci Selección Aleysa Hotel's restaurant serves international food. The hotel breakfast includes products for celiacs. There is also a snack bar, terrace and lounge-bar. Puerto Marina, which includes a shopping center and several bars and nightclubs, is 1.5 km from the hotel. Torrequebrada Golf Course is less than 10 minutes away by car. Show full description

Boutique hotel. Relaxing atmosphere. Great views. Overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, Las Dunas Grand Luxury is beachfront and offers an outdoor swimming pool, gardens, a terrace and a spa. Free WiFi is available. Las Dunas Grand Luxury is just 15-minute drive from Puerto Banus and Marbella and 10-minute drive from the centre of Estepona. The air-conditioned suites features a private balcony, a flat-screen satellite TV and a bathroom with a hairdryer, a bathrobe and slippers. Guests can enjoy the sauna, the Turkish bath, and the relaxing room. Treatments or massages can be booked with an extra cost The property's restaurant serves a Mediterranean cuisine. Show full description

Resort. Luxurious. Popular among couples. This luxury hotel and spa, with its own championship golf course, is a 5-minute drive from Bahía de Casares Beach. It features 2 outdoor pools and a private, seasonal beach club with infinity pool, restaurant and bar. Home of the annual Volvo World Match Play Championship in 2009, 2011 and 2012, the hotel’s 18-hole golf course was designed by Cabell Robinson. Other on-site facilities include the Jack Nicklaus Academy, 2 tennis courts, and 2 padel courts. The Cortesin spa includes an indoor pool and gym. There is a Turkish bath, sauna, and a unique snow cave. Treatments include massage. Finca Cortesin Hotel Golf & Spa offers air-conditioned suites with a private balcony, flat-screen satellite TV and free internet access. All bathrooms come with a hairdryer, bathrobe and slippers. REI by Finca Cortesin is the hotel's signature restaurant. Its cuisine is renowned for both exquisite traditional Japanese dishes, as well as others that have emerged by fusing Japanese with Mediterranean influences. Guests are able to admire the Master chef himself, Luis Olarra, at work in the kitchen as he prepares mouth-watering dishes; combining the highest quality seafood and raw materials, produce grown organically in our very own vegetable garden and Spanish cuisine classics. While the 5 other dining venues include Don Giovanni Italian restaurant, Mediterranean cuisine at The Beach Club, Mediterranean flavours at El Jardin de Lutz and tapas and cocktails at The Blue Bar. You can also enjoy views of the golf course and the Mediterranean at the Golf Club Restaurant. Marbella is a 35-minute drive from the property while Sotogrande is 20 minutes drive away. The nearest airport is Gibraltar Airport, 40 minutes' drive away while Malaga Airport is 60 minutes away. Show full description

Resort. Rooftop pool. Popular among couples. Located in Fuengirola, 1.2 km from Carvajal Beach, Higuerón Hotel Curio Collection by Hilton provides accommodation with restaurants and pubs, free private parking, a sport club and a bar. Conveniently set in the Reserva del Higueron district, this resort offers an indoor pool. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk and room service. A buffet breakfast is available daily at the resort. Miramar Shopping Centre is 7 km from the accommodation. The nearest airport is Malaga, 14 km from Higuerón Hotel Curio Collection by Hilton, and the property offers shuttle service for beach, transport station and mall (for a fee). Show full description

Luxury Hotel. Opened February 2023. La Fonda Heritage Hotel Luxury, Relais & Châteaux features a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Marbella. This 5-star hotel offers a concierge service and a tour desk. At La Fonda Heritage Hotel Luxury, Relais & Châteaux every room includes bed linen and towels. The nearest airport is Malaga Airport, 54 km from La Fonda Heritage Hotel Luxury, Relais & Châteaux. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Each room is equipped with a kettle, while certain rooms will provide you with a balcony and others also provide guests with city views. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Venus Beach, La Bajadilla Beach and El Faro Beach. Show full description

Luxury Hotel. Trendy. 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”. This is a luxurious residential area situated between Marbella and Puerto Banus, just 45 minutes from Malaga airport. With an Andalusian village-style feel, you can indulge in our elevated gastronomy offer with more than 15 restaurants and bars, experience sensational nightlife, relax at the spa and wellness facilities, enjoy open-air venues, its botanical gardens, or play at a world-famous tennis court. Discover the best things in life at Puente Romano, under the sun all year round. Take your first steps and explore one of Europe's finest resorts. Show full description

Luxury Hotel. Cool. Superb breakfast. Popular among women. 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. The hotel’s warm Mediterranean character is reflected in its classic interior design that offers guests timeless quality, designed by prestigious Chilean designer Jaime Beriestain’s studio, first-class gastronomy and professional service that puts the finest details first. Come and discover the refurbished image and significant improvements at Hotel El Fuerte, the destination you’ve come to love over the years, as it takes one step further in offering you an exclusive experience. Show full description

Luxury Hotel. Elegant. Comfortable beds. 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. The property has 5 restaurants, serving International and traditional Spanish cuisine. Puerto Banús offers a wide range of designer shops, bars, and restaurants. The hotel provides shuttle service to Marbella Club Golf Resort. The 18-hole golf course was designed by Dave Thomas and offers views of the Mediterranean Sea and Africa. The property also features a Thalasso Spa with sea views, offering a range of treatments, including a sauna and water bed. This spacious complex also features a Kids' Club for children. It includes a dance studio, music room, an enchanted forest, among many other leisure and educational facilities. Show full description

Luxury Hotel. Surrounded by gardens and fountains, Nobu Hotel Marbella is set in Marbella. Each accommodation at the 5-star hotel has views to the resort's Plaza square , and guests can enjoy access to an outdoor swimming, a fitness centre and La Suite night club. Plaza de los Naranjos is reachable within 3.6 km and the nearest beach is 500 metres away. All guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV. Every room has a private bathroom, and a terrace with views to the resort's la Plaza square, a leisure area with several restaurants and bars. All units come with a seating area. A buffet breakfast can be enjoyed in the breakfast area of the Nobu Restaurant. The signature in-house restaurant specializes in Japanese-Peruvian cuisine. Non-stop guidance is available at the reception with the possibility to pre-arrival check-in. Plaza de toros Marbella is 4.4 km from Nobu Hotel Marbella, while Puerto Banus is 3.3 km from the property. The nearest airport is Malaga Airport, 43 km from the hotel. Show full description

Luxury Hotel. Historic. Comfortable beds. The Posada del Patio is 5-star hotel, situated in the centre of Málaga, with a rooftop swimming pool and free Wi-Fi. It features a fascinating exhibition of historic objects. All rooms come with welcome products, a safe and a flat-screen TV. They feature a contemporary design and include a modern bathroom. Vincci Selección Posada del Patio also offers the exclusive Essence experience, with rooms located separately on an independent floor. Some of the services offered for these rooms include a daily bottled water, national and international daily press, and a private terrace. Snacks and beverages are also available. Important archaeological remains have been found beneath the Vincci Selección Posada del Patio. These include part of the city's Arabic walls, which guests can visit from the hotel. Restaurante Entremuros serves nouvelle mediterranean cuisine. The hotel's breakfast includes products for celiacs. The hotel also has a stylish bar. The Posada del Patio is just 10 minutes’ walk from the AVE high-speed Train Station. The Cathedral and the Picasso Museum are 500 metres away. Show full description

Boutique hotel. Charming. Superb interior design. Located in Marbella, 700 metres from Río Verde Beach, Boho Club provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Each accommodation at the 5-star hotel has garden views, and guests can enjoy access to a terrace and to a bar. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. Guest rooms at the hotel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Each room is equipped with a coffee machine, while some rooms are equipped with a kitchenette with a fridge and a toaster. At Boho Club all rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. A buffet, à la carte or continental breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving Mediterranean and European cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options can also be requested. The area is popular for cycling, and car hire is available at Boho Club. Puerto Banús Beach is less than 1 km from the hotel, while Nueva Andalucía Beach is 2.3 km away. The nearest airport is Malaga Airport, 61 km from Boho Club. Show full description

Luxury Hotel. Great value. 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. Overlooking the Mediterranean Sea and Sierra Blanca mountain range, this hotel provides contemporary rooms including air-conditioning and satellite TV. Guests will find a private bathroom with hairdryer and free toiletries in all units. A complete buffet breakfast at the Aceituna Restaurant is served daily. Light meals and snacks are provided at the poolside bar. Alanda Marbella Hotel is a health and wellness-oriented property, free from products derived from pork and alcoholic drinks. Marbella old town and Monteparaiso Golf Course are within 3 km from the property. Malaga Airport is 56 km from Alanda Marbella Hotel. Show full description

Luxury Hotel. Relaxing atmosphere. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. 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. With free WiFi, the luxurious, air-conditioned rooms at The Westin La Quinta Golf Resort & Spa, Benahavis, Marbella feature contemporary decor. Each has a private terrace with views of the gardens, pool, golf course or Sierra Blanca Mountains. Some rooms offer spectacular panoramic views. All rooms come equipped with a satellite TV, safe, and private bathroom with hairdryer, slippers and dressing gown. The Westin La Quinta Golf Resort & Spa, Benahavis, Marbella’s 2 restaurants serve Mediterranean and Andalusian cuisine. There is also a seasonal poolside bar and an Arabic-style lounge. La Quinta has a kid’s club with a playground and sport courts. The property also caters for meetings and celebrations for up to 400 attendees. The Westin La Quinta Golf Resort & Spa, Benahavis, Marbella's spa has a Moorish style and includes 8 treatment rooms, 1 hydrotherapy pool and a fitness studio. There is also an outdoor pool with a relaxation area and sun loungers. Show full description

Luxury Hotel. Great location. Hotel Don Pepe Gran Meliá is located on the seafront, 15 minutes' walk from Marbella Old Town. It offers 3 outdoor pools surrounded by gardens, and a spa; and each luxurious room has a large plasma-screen TV. Rooms at the 5-star Don Pepe have views of the sea, hotel gardens, or mountains. They offer interactive satellite TV, an electronic safe and a minibar. All rooms have free WiFi. Guests of the hotel receive free access to the heated indoor pool and gym. The hotel also has 1 tennis court and 2 paddle courts. The spa includes a Turkish bath, hot tub and sauna, and offers various massages and treatments. The hotel also has a grill restaurant specialising in steak, and Mediterranean and barbecue specialties. Its Tahini Restaurant serves Japanese cuisine and offers ocean views. Situated on the popular Costa del Sol, Hotel Don Pepe Gran Meliá is just 6 km away from Puerto Banús. Marbella’s historic old town is less than 2 km away. Show full description

Luxury Hotel. Good breakfast. 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. The wellness centre includes a sauna and steam room. The complex has a beach club and a poolside sunbathing terrace. There is also a play area for children. Gran Guadalpin Banus has a range of places to eat, including the Italian restaurant Trattoria Il Mare; the restaurant La Brasería, which specialises in grilled meat and fish; and the international restaurant Jatame. There are also bars offering drinks, snacks and cocktails. There is a 24-hour front desk, and Gran Guadalpin Banus's golf department can help with booking rounds at local courses and arrange golf classes. Concierge services to arrange a array of activities and services are also offered. The lively Marbella can be reached in 15 minutes by car. Show full description