El Ancla

Best for tranquil chilling. Location: West end of San Pedro beach. Beach club USP: The restaurant terrace over the beach. Vibe: Smart-casual and family friendly.

Ocean Club

Best for bubbles. Location: On the beach at the heart of Puerto Banús. Beach club USP: Champagne parties Vibe: Young and partygoing

Spiler Beach Club

Best for gourmet dining. Location: On the beach at the Kempinski Bahia Hotel in Estepona. Beach club USP: Beach club entrance includes lots of extras. Vibe: Luxury chill

Nikki Beach

Best for entertainment. Location: Don Carlos Hotel beach to the east of Marbella. Beach club USP: White opening and red closing parties. Vibe: Decadent chill

Seasoul

Best for seafront dining. Location: Oasis Beach at the west end of the Golden Mile in Marbella Beach club USP: Paella at a table on the beach. Vibe: Sophisticated

Alabardero Beach Club

Best for Andalusian fare. Location: At the east end of San Pedro beach. Beach club USP: Andalusian cuisine Vibe: Casually relaxed

La Sala by the Sea

Best for choice of sunbeds. Location: On Nueva Andalucía beach at the west end of Puerto Banús. Beach club USP: Sunbed menu Vibe: Young and decadent

Nao Pool Club

Best for mountain views. Location: In the heart of Nueva Andalucía. Beach club USP: Beach club atmosphere without the sand. Vibe: Party chill

Amare Beach Club

Best for central Marbella. Location: On the beach, in the heart of Marbella between La Bajadilla & Venus beaches. Beach club USP: Central Marbella location Vibe: Casual and relaxed

Estrella del Mar Beach Club

Best for little extras. Location: Golden Beach in Elviria to the east of Marbella. Beach club USP: the easy sun extras Vibe: casual and family friendly

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