EL FUERTE MARBELLA, Marbella

El Fuerte Marbella - A 5-star beachfront hotel with Mediterranean dining, lush gardens, and historic charm

Fuerte Marbella, a 5-star hotel with a 9.2/10 rating on Booking.com, sits on Marbella's beachfront promenade, offering panoramic Mediterranean views. The air-conditioned rooms feature private bathrooms, minibars, and terraces, with select suites providing front-facing sea views. Dining options include Soleo, serving Mediterranean seafood and rice dishes, and Edge by Paco Pérez, a rooftop restaurant with a menu inspired by local produce. The hotel spans 4000 m^2 of gardens with two swimming pools, a beachfront hammock area, and a wellness center offering Clarins treatments. Located five minutes from Marbella's Old Town, El Fuerte Marbella is near Plaza de los Naranjos and Iglesia de la Encarnación, with Malaga Airport a 40-minute drive away.

Pros

The beachfront location provides direct access to Marbella's promenade and Mediterranean views.

Multiple dining options, including a rooftop restaurant by Michelin-starred chef Paco Pérez.

Spacious gardens with two pools and a wellness center featuring Clarins treatments.

Proximity to Marbella's Old Town, Plaza de los Naranjos, and nightlife at Puerto Deportivo.

Selected rooms offer exclusive perks like hydrotherapy sessions and private lounge access.

Cons

The rooftop pool is seasonal and may not be available year-round.

Some rooms face the city rather than the sea, limiting view options.