The Marbella Club Hotel is one of the most famous hotels in Spain. It’s also a key part of Marbella’s history as a luxury destination. Located on the Golden Mile, right by the sea, this hotel has been welcoming guests since the 1950s. In this guide, we take a closer look at the Marbella Club Hotel from its history and services to the property around it.

Marbella Club Hotel – Quick Area Summary

• Founded in 1954 by Prince Alfonso von Hohenlohe
• Prime beachfront location on Marbella’s Golden Mile
• Close to other top-tier resorts like Puente Romano
• A favourite destination for royalty and celebrities
• Offers rooms, suites, private bungalows and villas
• Eight restaurants, including a beach club
• Thalasso Spa and wellness centre by the sea
• Private 18-hole golf course in Benahavís
• Equestrian Centre with professional riding and events
• Surrounded by exclusive beachfront homes and villas

History of the Marbella Club Hotel

Luxury tourism in Marbella set down its definitive roots at this iconic establishment, one of the first hotels in Spain. Over 60 years after its opening, Marbella Club Hotel now ranks as one of the best hotels on the Costa del Sol and continues to be one of the places to stay in Marbella.

The German aristocrat Prince Alfonso von Hohenlohe bought the large estate that houses the Marbella Club Hotel in 1948. With a privileged position right on the seafront in Marbella and at the heart of the Golden Mile, the hotel opened six years later with just 20 bedrooms. It quickly became popular among European royalty and aristocrats and attracted a wealth of celebrities. By 1962, the Marbella Club Hotel had acquired a reputation as the home of the jet set. It further consolidated this status when Puerto Banús opened in 1970.

During the 1980s and 1990s, the Marbella Club Hotel continued to expand. It became a member of the Leading Hotels of the World and of Relais and Chateaux.

Accommodation at Marbella Club Hotel

The Marbella Club is famous for offering Mediterranean style with five-star comfort accommodations to its guests. Accommodation options include:

• Rooms with private terraces
• Spacious suites like the Imperial Suite, with sea views
• Private villas with pools, gardens, and hotel service
• Villa del Mar, one of the most luxurious beachfront villas in Marbella, comes with hotel staff and Alhambra-inspired gardens

Amenities at the Marbella Club Hotel

Marbella Club Hotel offers many other high-end amenities. These include the Thalasso Wellness Centre, one of the most luxurious spas on the Costa del Sol. The hotel also comes with eight eateries, including a beach bar. Like Puente Romano Hotel next door, Marbella Club Hotel has its own beach club with the unusual touch of beach loungers on the pier – the views of the Marbella mountains from this pier are among the best on the Costa del Sol.

Wellness & Spa

At the heart of the hotel’s wellness offering is the Thalasso Spa, one of the most luxurious on the Costa del Sol. Located on the beachfront, it features a seawater pool, saunas, and a range of wellness treatments.

Dining and Restaurants

Guests at the Marbella Club can enjoy a variety of cuisine in different ambience means there’s something for every mood and time of day.

Some restaurants include:

• The Grill – fine dining in an elegant garden setting
• MC Beach – a casual, beachfront restaurant with fresh seafood
• El Patio – relaxed all-day dining in a peaceful courtyard

Golf and Horse Riding at the Marbella Club Hotel

Marbella Club Hotel Golf Resort

is one of the best golf courses in Marbella. The 18-hole course is situated in the foothills of nearby Benahavís, one of the most popular areas for luxury properties in Marbella, and is approximately 20 minutes from the hotel itself. The course was designed by Dave Thomas.

The hotel also runs the Marbella Club Equestrian Centre. Like the golf course, the Centre is located near Benahavís with spectacular mountain and Mediterranean scenery. The horse riding club regularly hosts events on the Spanish Show Jumping circuit.

Property near Marbella Club Hotel

This iconic hotel in Marbella enjoys one of the best postcodes on the Costa del Sol. As a result, it has some of the finest properties in Marbella, like its neighbour, Puente Romano. The Golden Mile is home to one luxury villa after another, many of which have frontline beach positions, just like the hotel. To whet your appetite, take a look at our latest listings on the Golden Mile.

Conclusion

The Marbella Club Hotel is more than just a place to stay. It represents the exclusive lifestyle that has defined Marbella for decades.

From world-class hospitality and fine dining to private golf access, it offers something truly unique. And with some of Marbella’s finest real estate right next door, the Marbella Club Hotel shows what it means to live in one of Marbella’s most iconic locations.

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