The best spa hotels in Costa del Sol

Hey! Indulge in the ultimate pampering experience at one of these luxurious spa hotels. Designed to provide relaxation, rejuvenation, and tranquility, these properties offer an array of wellness services that range from massages and facials to yoga classes and meditation sessions. To make your search for the perfect spa hotel in in Costa del Sol easier, I've compiled this list of top-rated properties for your consideration. So sit back, relax, and explore your options - your ultimate wellness retreat awaits!

• 1 Hotel Soho Boutique El Tiburon & Spa -Adults Recommended Torremolinos, Spain

  

  Hotel. Just 60 metres from the charming La Carihuela Beach in Torremolinos, Hotel Soho Boutique El Tiburon & Spa -Adults Recommended offers an outdoor pool. Free WiFi access is provided. Each air-conditioned room comes with a flat-screen satellite TV and Virtual Reality headset. All have a private bathroom with a shower and hairdryer. Bed linen and towels are provided. The hotel offers a spa and massage services. A 24-hour reception is also available. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including golfing. Malaga Airport is 15 minutes’ drive away. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around 55 EUR.

  See available rooms

• 2 Finca Cortesin Hotel Golf & Spa Casares, Spain

  

  Resort. 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 Guest review score 9.6

  See available rooms

• 3 Marbella Club Hotel · Golf Resort & Spa Marbella, Spain

  

  Hotel. 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, it offers 1 free green fee per person per stay at Marbella Club Golf Resort. 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. Guest review score 9.3, rooms from around 1165 EUR.

  See available rooms

• 4 Hotel IPV Palace & Spa - Adults Recommended Fuengirola, Spain

  

  Hotel. Situated on Fuengirola beachfront, next to the 12th-century Sohail Castle, this hotel has 2 swimming pools and a spa. The bright and spacious rooms at Hotel IPV Palace & Spa - Adults Recommended feature free WiFi and a private terrace. Each room has a minibar and a flat-screen satellite TV with international channels. The complex has 4 restaurants, including La Alacena, which opens in the winter months and combines traditional and modern cuisine. Specialities include rice, fish, meat and game. The Doña Lola restaurant offers buffet cuisine, including show cooking. The Beach Club Restaurant is set by the pool and open during the summer season. Tapas are served at the La Taurina bar and there is also a piano bar, open during the winter months. Entertainment for children and adults is provided in summer months, including aqua-gym and yoga classes. You can consult timetables once at the hotel. There is a fitness centre open for all guests for free, the Spa is available for a surcharge. Hotel IPV Palace & Spa - Adults Recommended is a 15-minute walk from central Fuengirola. Málaga Airport is around 20 km away. Show full description Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around 96 EUR.

  See available rooms

• 5 Las Dunas Hotel Health & Spa Estepona, Spain

  

  Hotel. Las Dunas Hotel Health & Spa is a luxurious beachfront hotel overlooking the Mediterranean, just 15 minutes’ drive from Puerto Banus. It features an outdoor swimming pool, gardens and a spa, set in a traditional Andalusian-style building. The spa includes an indoor pool and a gym located right next to the beach with views over the Mediterranean. There is a Turkish bath, sauna, and a unique snow cave. Treatments include massage. Las Dunas hotel Health & 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. El Palmeral is the hotel's signature restaurant, serving Mediterranean cuisine right next to the Beach, where you can enjoy views of the Mediterranean The hotel is a 10-minute drive from the centre of Estepona. Marbella can be reached in 15 minutes by car. Malaga Airport is 73 km away. Show full description Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around 620 EUR.

  See available rooms

• 6 Don Carlos Resort & Spa Marbella, Spain

  

  Hotel. Surrounded by 20.000sq meters of gardens, this luxury resort opens onto Marbella’s Elviria Beach, where it has a private beach club with VIP amenities. The resort offers several swimming pools, a wellness center and tennis facilities. Offering free WiFi, each elegant, air-conditioned room at hotel Don Carlos Marbella has a flat-screen TV, with a selection of films. The spacious bathrooms include ''Molton Brown and/or Natura Bissé'' toiletries. Don Carlos Resort & Spa has several bars and restaurants, including the Ombú Thai restaurant (open seasonally), set in the resort's tropical gardens. The Peacock Cocktail bar offers live music and panoramic sea views. The Oasis Spa, available for a surcharge, features water circuit with pool, sauna and steam bath, as well as a range of exclusive treatments. There are also 7 clay tennis courts on site. The main swimming pool is heated and offers free hammocks. There is a kid's club and a children's playground. In the summer, guests can enjoy several parties at the famous Nikki Beach Club, located within the Don Carlos Resort & Spa. Central Marbella is 11 km away.

  See available rooms

• 7 Kempinski Hotel Bahía Beach Resort & Spa Estepona, Spain

  

  Hotel. Kempinski Hotel Bahía Beach Resort & Spa is a luxurious 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 are luxurious and 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 fantastic breakfast buffet style 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. The resort is a 5-minute drive from the centre of Estepona and 5-minutes walk from Laguna Village shopping centre, 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 Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around 288 EUR.

  See available rooms

• 8 Benalmadena Palace Spa Benalmádena, Spain

  

  Hotel. Located just 250 metres from Benalmadena Beach, this hotel offers accommodation with views of the outdoor pool, mountains or sea. Free facilities include a well-equipped spa, heated indoor pool and gym. The spacious apartments and studios at Hotel Benalmadena Palace have free Wi-Fi and a lounge area with a sofa, which leads out onto a furnished terrace. They come with a kitchenette and dining area. There is a satellite TV, air conditioning and heating, and a private bathroom. Benalmadena Palace offers an entertainment programme for adults and there is a children’s mini club. The hotel also has a cinema, games room and internet area. The hotel has a barbecue area, restaurant and snack bar. Guests can also enjoy drinks in the pub with live music and a happy hour every night. Málaga International Airport is 20 km from the hotel. The Torrequebrada Golf Course is next to Palace Hotel Benalmadena. The hotel offers a minibus service to the beach and La Paloma Park. Show full description Guest review score 8.3, rooms from around 61 EUR.

  See available rooms

• 9 Elba Estepona Gran Hotel & Thalasso Spa Estepona, Spain

  

  Hotel. This luxury, beachfront hotel is located just outside Estepona, on the Costa del Sol. It offers a spa, indoor and outdoor pools and elegant rooms with sea view and a private balcony or terrace. The air-conditioned rooms at Gran Hotel Elba Estepona & Thalaso Spa feature stylish décor. Each has satellite TV and a private bathroom with hairdryer. The Elba complex has 3 themed restaurants and offers all inclusive service. In summer months, Kids' Club activities are organised. Available for an extra cost, the Elba Estepona’s spa features a sea water circuit, hot tub, sauna and an igloo. A wide variety of relaxing, therapeutic, or beauty treatments are on offer. Easily accessible from the AP7 Motorway, the hotel is 20 minutes’ drive from Marbella. Show full description Guest review score 8.2, rooms from around 118 EUR.

  See available rooms

• 10 Exe Estepona Thalasso & Spa- Adults Only Estepona, Spain

  

  Hotel. Exe Estepona Thalasso & Spa - Adults Only is located between Puerto Banús and Estepona, and close to the best golf courses of the area. It offers a spa centre, an outdoor pool and free WiFi. All air-conditioned and modern décor rooms at this hotel feature a terrace, satellite TV and a minibar. The private bathroom includes a bath or shower. For a surcharge, guests can enjoy the large Thalasso Spa which features a massage area, a dynamic pool, hammam, sauna and a variety of beauty treatments. The Aguamar Restaurant offers both a buffet and a healthy gourmet à la carte menu serving delicious Mediterranean dishes. You can also have a drink or a snack at the pool bar. Staff at the 24-hour front desk can provide tourist information about the area. El Saladillo Beach is a 3-minute drive from the hotel while Estepona and Puerto Banus are both 3 minutes drive away. The nearest airport is Malaga Airport, 50 minutes drive from the hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.2, rooms from around 80 EUR.

  See available rooms

• 11 DDG Retreat Casares, Spain

  

  Resort. Featuring a heated infinity pool and a spa, DDG Retreat is situated in the hills just 1 km north of Casares. It offers stylish, eco-friendly bungalows with views of the surrounding countryside. All air-conditioned bungalows are equipped with a flat-screen TV, DVD player and a small wine cabinet with a selection of wines. Most bungalows come with a private kitchenette. Free Wi-Fi is available in all areas. An infinity pool, a sauna, a steam room and a gym, as well as a table tennis and a tennis court can be used for free. A wide range of beauty and spa treatments are offered. There is also a library stocked with books, magazines, CDs and DVDs. The Costa del Sol beaches are within 15 minutes’ drive of the property and Málaga Airport is about 95 km away. Marbella and Puerto Banus can be reached in 25 minutes by car. Show full description Guest review score 10.0

  See available rooms

• 12 Vincci Selección Aleysa Benalmádena, Spain

  

  Hotel. This beachfront boutique hotel with outdoor swimming pool and hot tub overlooks the Mediterranean Sea. It has direct access to Benalmádena's Las Gaviotas Beach, and all its spacious rooms offer sea views. Vincci Selección Aleysa’s modern, air-conditioned rooms are equipped with a full-led 42-inch TV with satellite channels, as well as a CD and DVD player. They also include a laptop safe box, a small fridge and an electric kettle. The stylish bathrooms include a bathrobe, slippers and toiletries. Free yoga and pilates classes are available on request in the hotel's garden, overlooking the sea. Vincci Selección Aleysa also offers courtesy cars upon request. Vincci Selección Aleysa Hotel Boutique & Spa's restaurant serves international food. The hotel's breakfast includes products for celiacs. There is also a snack bar, terrace and lounge-bar. Puerto Marina leisure port, including a shopping centre and several bars and clubs, is 1.5 km from the hotel. Torrequebrada Golf Course is less than 10 minutes’ drive away. Guest review score 9.5, rooms from around 150 EUR.

  See available rooms

• 13 Anantara Villa Padierna Palace Benahavís Marbella Resort - A Leading Hotel of the World Estepona, Spain

  

  Hotel. 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. 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. Air-conditioned rooms and villas have satellite TV, a CD player and luxury Frette bed linen. 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 Guest review score 9.2, rooms from around 296 EUR.

  See available rooms

• 14 Gran Hotel Miramar GL Málaga, Spain

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Málaga. 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 Guest review score 9.1, rooms from around 225 EUR.

  See available rooms

• 15 La Cala Resort La Cala de Mijas, Spain

  

  Resort. La Cala Resort is an exclusive complex situated between the Sierra de Mijas National Park and the Mediterranean Sea. It features 3 golf courses, swimming pools and a luxurious spa. The air-conditioned rooms at La Cala Resort feature views over the golf courses from the furnished balcony. They come with satellite TV and free Wi-Fi. La Cala Golf Academy has practice areas and a 6-hole golf course. La Cala Resort includes a restaurant, serving international and local cuisine. There is also a clubhouse and a lobby bar. La Cala Resort is a 35-minute drive from Malaga International Airport. The nearest beach is less than 10 minutes' drive from the complex. Show full description Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around 143 EUR.

  See available rooms

• 16 Hotel Don Pepe Gran Meliá Marbella, Spain

  

  Hotel. 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 Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around 744 EUR.

  See available rooms

• 17 Puente Romano Beach Resort Marbella, Spain

  

  Hotel. 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. Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around 1200 EUR.

  See available rooms

• 18 The Oasis by Don Carlos Resort Marbella, Spain

  

  Hotel. The Oasis by Don Carlos Resort, part of Don Carlos Leisure Resort & Spa, is 10 km from Marbella, and 5 minutes’ walk from the beach. With a private terrace, the air-conditioned rooms have modern furnishings and elegant decoration. They include a flat-screen TV, iPod docking station and a private bathroom with bath or shower. There is free Wi-Fi throughout. This luxurious property offers its guests access to the resort’s impressive facilities. Don Carlos Leisure Resort & Spa has several bars and restaurants, including the seasonal restaurant Ombú Thai, set in the resort's tropical gardens. The Terrasse Cocktail bar offers live music and panoramic sea views and the resort’s private beach club offers a VIP area for The Oasis by Don Carlos Resort guests. Guests at The Oasis by Don Carlos Resort have free access to the Wellness Center spa circuit. There are also 7 clay tennis courts on site. The resort main swimming pool is heated and offers free hammocks. Marbella old town is 10 km from the property, while you can reach Malaga Airport in 30 minutes by car. Show full description

  See available rooms

• 19 Ilunion Málaga Málaga, Spain

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Málaga. Set in a contemporary eco-efficient building within the port area and overlooking the sea, Ilunion Málaga offers an on-site restaurant, wellness area with indoor pool, and a fitness centre. Maria Zambrano Train Station is just 5 minutes' walk away. Featuring wooden floors and decorated in warm colours, the spacious rooms at Ilunion Malaga have air conditioning and free WiFi. They include a 32-inch flat-screen satellite TV and a free safe. The private bathroom is equipped with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Many rooms also offer sea views and some have a private terrace. Daily breakfast is served in the restaurant, while an à la carte menu is available at lunch and dinner. Room service can be ordered from the bar-cafeteria during the day. They all include special products for celiac and food intolerant guests. The wellness area includes a sauna, sensation showers and heated loungers. Beauty treatments are available. There is also an indoor swimming pool, which during the summer months is turned into an outdoor pool. The Picasso Museum is a 20-minute walk from Ilunion Málaga, while Malaga Historic Centre is just 10 minutes away. Private underground parking is available at extra cost. The nearby Maria Zambrano Train Station is 500 metres from the hotel, offering direct connection to Malaga Airport and the rest of the Costa del Sol. Málaga Airport is 9 km away. Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around 110 EUR.

  See available rooms

• 20 Hotel La Fonda Benalmádena, Spain

  

  Hotel. Situated in Benalmádena, La Fonda is set in a beautifully restored white building with an outdoor swimming pool and traditional Andalusian internal patio. It features a free Wi-Fi zone and a spa. Rooms are decorated using Arab, Andalusian and Greek influences. They all include a flat-screen TV and private bathroom with hairdryer. The breakfast at Hotel La Fonda includes homemade breads, a variety of jams and fresh fruit. It can be enjoyed on the roof terrace with views to the Mediterranean Sea. The on-site spa includes a massage cabin and a sauna. Massage services are available. Access to the spa carries a surcharge. The hotel's Escorpio restaurant offers quality Mediterranean cuisine and a fusion of flavours from the sea and mountains. The coast is 2 km away and the A-7 Motorway is less than one kilometre from La Fonda. The Torrequebrada Golf Course is within 4 km and free parking is available 50 metres away. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around 114 EUR.

  See available rooms

• 21 Iberostar Málaga Playa Torrox Costa, Spain

  

  Hotel. Iberostar Málaga Playa is set on the beachfront of Santa Rosa Beach and has direct beach access. Set in extensive gardens, this resort features 3 swimming pools, and a spa. Iberostar Málaga Playa has bright, attractive décor and each of its rooms and studios has a TV and a minibar. Some rooms offer a balcony.Free high speed WiFi is available throughout. Guests will find 4 bars at the resort, including a poolside bar and a lounge bar with a terrace overlooking the sea. The on-site buffet restaurant serves a selection of Spanish and international cuisine. The spa has an indoor swimming pool and offers treatments including massages. The hotel’s sports facilities include a gym and the nearest golf course is just 15 minutes’ drive away in nearby Caleta de Velez. In the summer months, Iberostar Málaga Playa offers many facilities for children, such as a kid's club, kid's disco, children's playground and children's splash pool. Show full description Guest review score 8.4

  See available rooms

• 22 BQ Andalucia Beach Hotel Torre del Mar, Spain

  

  Hotel. Offering rooms with balconies and sea views, BQ Andalucia Beach is set on Paseo de Maritimo Promenade, 50 metres from Torre del Mar’s Poniente Beach. It features an outdoor swimming pool and small spa. The BQ Andalucia offers simple décor with tiled floors and wooden furnishings. Each room has a flat-screen TV and a fridge. WiFi is available for an additional charge. The Andalucia Beach's restaurant serves traditional Andalusian dishes. There is also a café-bar and a rooftop terrace bar. The hotel spa has a hot tub and Turkish bath. Massages are also available. A courtesy changing room with showers is available for guests after check-out. Torre del Mar's El Copo District is 5 minutes’ walk from the hotel, and has a range of shops, bars and restaurants. The hotel has easy access to a long stretch of beach, which leads on to Caleta de Vélez Marina, 2 km away. Show full description Guest review score 8.3

  See available rooms

• 23 Holiday World RIWO Hotel. Benalmádena, Spain

  

  Hotel. Holiday World RIWO Hotel is located between Benalmádena and Fuengirola, 500 metres from the beach. This hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, spa and suites with kitchenettes and balconies. All air-conditioned accommodation at the property has simple, traditional décor. Each suite and apartment has a separate twin bedroom, and a seating area with satellite TV and a double sofa bed. The Holiday World RIWO Hotel's buffet restaurant serves a selection of Mediterranean cuisine, while snacks and drinks are available in La Tahona and at the poolside Jalapa Chambao bar. The on-site spa features an indoor swimming pool and offers a range of treatments, including massage and reflexology. There is also a beach club, which includes a selection of pools and water slides. Show full description Guest review score 8.2, rooms from around 89 EUR.

  See available rooms

• 24 Gran Hotel Guadalpín Banus Marbella, Spain

  

  Hotel. 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 Guest review score 8.0, rooms from around 184 EUR.

  See available rooms

• 25 Hotel Best Benalmadena Benalmádena, Spain

  

  Hotel. Set just 150 metres from the beach in Benalmadena, this hotel offers rooms with a terrace and a flat-screen TV. Some also include views of the sea. A spa is also available on site. The hotel’s 2 freshwater swimming pools are surrounded by gardens and a sun terrace. Available for a surcharge, the spa offers hot tubs, a sauna, Turkish bath and gym. The beaches of Malapesquera and Torrebermeja are within a short walk of Best Benalmadena. The Torrequebrada Golf Course is 1 km away. Sea views and show cooking can be enjoyed at the Hotel Best Benalmadena’s buffet restaurant, serving national and international cuisine. A coffee shop and a snack bar are also available. Show full description Guest review score 8.0, rooms from around 67 EUR.

  See available rooms

• 26 Senator Marbella Marbella, Spain

  

  Hotel. A rooftop pool with wonderful sea views can be found at this spa hotel. Situated 300 metres from Guadalpin Beach, it offers free WiFi and air-conditioned rooms with a 42-inch flat TV. The Senator’s modern rooms have smart wooden floors and seasonal air conditioning and heating. Bathrooms come with toiletries and a hairdryer. TVs have digital, cable and 3 international channels. A couple of small bottles of water are provided in the room upon arrival. A safe is available for an additional cost. The elegant Senator Marbella Spa Hotel has a grand entrance hall with 2 panoramic lifts. Staff at the 24-hour reception can provide information about the area. Guests can enjoy the onsite spa for an extra charge. There is private parking on site available for an extra charge, and includes an electric vehicle charging station. You can enjoy light meals in the hotel’s snack bar, and relax with a drink in the lounge-bar. A wide range of bars and restaurants can be found within a 5-minute walk. Located on Marbella’s Golden Mile, Senator Marbella Spa Hotel is just a 10-minute walk from Marbella Convention Centre. The historic town centre is around 2 km away. Show full description Guest review score 8.0, rooms from around 167 EUR.

  See available rooms

• 27 Holiday Premium Resort Benalmádena, Spain

  

  Hotel. Holiday Premium Resort is next to Benalmádena’s beach. Guests have free access to the outdoor pool. For an extra charge, they can access an activity centre with tennis courts, more pools and a spa. The activity centre is shared by 4 hotels. It also features paddle and basketball courts, as well as a play area for children. The centre’s spa includes a hot tub, heated pool, sauna and Turkish bath. Beauty treatments are also offered. Each air-conditioned apartment has a living room with a sofa and satellite TV. The private bathroom comes with a bath tub and hairdryer. The kitchenette includes a fridge, microwave, kettle and hob. The complex has 3 restaurants, offering Italian, Mexican and buffet options. There is also a nightclub, colonial piano bar and 2 poolside bars. You will also find vending machines for drinks and snacks. A laundry, ironing and dry cleaning service is available. You can hire a car from the tour desk. There is easy access to the A7 Motorway and Málaga Airport is a 20-minute drive away. Show full description Guest review score 7.9

  See available rooms

• 28 El Fuerte Marbella Marbella, Spain

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Marbella. 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. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description

  See available rooms

• 29 Hotel Silken El Pilar Andalucia Estepona, Spain

  

  Hotel. Facing the beachfront, Hotel Silken El Pilar Andalucia offers 4-star accommodation in Estepona and features a terrace, restaurant and bar. This 4-star hotel offers a tour desk and luggage storage space. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. A buffet, continental or vegetarian breakfast is available daily at the property. La Rada Beach is 200 metres from the hotel, while El Cristo is 2.3 km away. The nearest airport is Gibraltar International Airport, 48 km from Hotel Silken El Pilar Andalucia. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description Guest review score 9.2, rooms from around 119 EUR.

  See available rooms

• 30 La Zambra Hotel, part of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt Mijas, Spain

  

  Resort. Located in Mijas, 10 km from La Cala Golf, La Zambra Hotel, part of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. This 5-star resort offers room service and a concierge service. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a kids' club and free WiFi throughout the property. The resort will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a shower. La Zambra Hotel, part of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt offers certain rooms with garden views, and all rooms include a balcony. At the accommodation every room is equipped with bed linen and towels. The daily breakfast offers buffet, à la carte or continental options. At La Zambra Hotel, part of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt you will find a restaurant serving Mediterranean, Spanish and Steakhouse cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and dairy-free options can also be requested. The resort offers 5-star accommodation with a hot tub. Plaza de Espana is 14 km from La Zambra Hotel, part of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt, while Benalmadena Puerto Marina is 18 km away. The nearest airport is Malaga Airport, 30 km from the accommodation. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around 238 EUR.

  See available rooms

• 31 Nobu Hotel Marbella Marbella, Spain

  

  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. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around 980 EUR.

  See available rooms

• 32 Hotel El Chaparral Mijas, Spain

  

  Hotel. Facing the beachfront, Hotel El Chaparral offers 4-star accommodation in Mijas and features an outdoor swimming pool, garden and terrace. This 4-star hotel offers a bar. Private parking is available on site. At the hotel, every room is fitted with a wardrobe. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, all units at Hotel El Chaparral have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and some rooms will provide you with a balcony. The units include a safety deposit box. A continental breakfast is available daily at the accommodation. Popular points of interest near Hotel El Chaparral include Playa El Chaparral, Playa de Las Doradas and Playa de La Cala - La Butibamba. The nearest airport is Malaga Airport, 37 km from the hotel. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description Guest review score 8.8

  See available rooms

• 33 Hotel Benalmadena Beach Benalmádena, Spain

  

  Hotel. Located next to Benalmadena’s Torre Bermeja Beach, Hotel Sentido Benalmadena Beach offers an outdoor swimming pool and a free WiFi throughout. Each room is air-conditioned and has a private balcony. Most rooms feature sea views. Hotel Sentido Benalmadena Beach has a restaurant and a bar with a terrace. Puerto Marina Harbour is just a 5-minute walk away, where there are also many bars and restaurants. There is also a 24-hour reception at the Sentido Benalmadena Beach. It offers a tour desk, where staff can help to arrange activities in the area, including watersports and golf. The Benalmadena Beach is 350 metres from Bil-bil Castle and less than 2 km from Benalmadena Train Station. Malaga airport is a 20-minutes drive away from the hotel and Marbella is a 30-minute drive away. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around 71 EUR.

  See available rooms

• 34 Alanda Marbella Hotel Marbella, Spain

  

  Hotel. 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. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around 309 EUR.

  See available rooms

• 35 Higueron Hotel Malaga, Curio Collection by Hilton Fuengirola, Spain

  

  Resort. Located in Fuengirola, 1.4 km from Playa de Tajo de la Soga, 1.2 km from Carvajal Beach, Higueron Hotel Malaga, Curio Collection by Hilton provides accommodation with 10 restaurants, free private parking, a sport club and a bar. Conveniently set in the Reserva del Higueron district, this resort offers a garden, as well as an indoor pool. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, room service and currency exchange for guests. A buffet breakfast is available daily at the resort. Higueron Hotel Malaga offers a terrace. Miramar Shopping Centre is 7 km from the accommodation, while Icelandic Consulate is 3.1 km away. The nearest airport is Malaga, 14 km from Higueron Hotel Malaga, Curio Collection by Hilton, and the property offers shuttle service (for a fee). This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around 175 EUR.

  See available rooms

• 36 Sol Marbella Estepona Atalaya Park Estepona, Spain

  

  Hotel. Set within extensive gardens, the Sol Marbella Estepona-Atalaya Park in Estepona offers 3 swimming pools including 1 children's pool and two 18-hole golf courses. This resort is set next to Atalaya Isdabe Beach, on the Costa del Sol, and 3 km from the Atalaya Golf & Country Club. Rooms at the Sol Marbella Estepona-Atalaya Park have a private balcony, with views of the mountains, gardens, or pool. Sea views are available for an additional cost. All the rooms have air conditioning, a minibar, and a safe. The complex has football, and volleyball facilities, free to all guests. There is a gym. In summer, the hotel also offers a watersports centre. Sol Marbella Estepona-Atalaya Park offers free public Wi-Fi access. There are 2 restaurants, and 3 bars. The family entertainment program includes shows and lives music, and there are activities for children and a children's water playground. Sol Marbella Estepona-Atalaya Park is between Estepona and Marbella, and the popular Puerto Banus is just 7 km away. Private parking is possible on site, additional fees may apply. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description Guest review score 7.9, rooms from around 75 EUR.

  See available rooms

• 37 Marinas de Nerja Beach & Spa Nerja, Spain

  

  Aparthotel. Offering impressive sea views and accommodation with balconies, Marinas de Nerja Hotel is set on Punta Lara Beach. It features a spa and a restaurant set on the beach. Apartments and studios at the Marinas de Nerja Aparthotel have spacious seating areas with satellite TV, and a well-equipped kitchenette. They feature simple, bright décor with tiled flooring. The Marina’s buffet restaurant serves a range of Mediterranean cuisine, while the beachfront restaurant serves paella during the summer months. There are also a poolside bar and lounge bar. The spa features a heated plunge pool, Turkish baths, and a sauna. There is also a gym on site. Málaga and Granada can be reached in approximately one hour, by car. The centre of Nerja is just over 1 km from Marinas de Nerja Beach & Spa. Show full description Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around 80 EUR.

  See available rooms

• 38 Royal Oasis Club at Pueblo Quinta Benalmádena, Spain

  

  Aparthotel. Royal Oasis Club at Pueblo Quinta has an outdoor swimming pool and a spa. It is set in Benalmadena Costa, just 200 metres from the beach. The complex is built in a typical Andalusian style, with white buildings and pretty gardens. It has a lounge bar and a restaurant, serving a set menu and à la carte dishes. Apartments at the complex are comfortable and bright. They have a living area with digital TV channels and a DVD player. There is a full kitchen with a washing machine and oven. Free Wi-Fi access is available throughout the property. Royal Oasis Club at Pueblo Quinta also has a fitness centre and spa. There is a sauna, steam room and massage service. Show full description Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around 85 EUR.

  See available rooms

• 39 Sahara Sunset Benalmádena, Spain

  

  Aparthotel. This complex is built in a typical Andalusia style, Apartments are set around a huge pool and you have use of the extensive gym and indoor hot tub. All accommodation boasts a private balcony. Enjoy the Spanish weather all year round when you stay at the Sahara Sunset. Andalusia boasts mild temperatures much of the year so a trip to the beach can be rewarded with a swim in the Mediterranean Sea or a lovely, coastal walk. After lounging by the Sahara Sunset's impressive swimming pool, refresh yourself with a drink and snack from the Casbah Café. Here, you can also sample delicious cocktails with exotic flavours. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around 85 EUR.

  See available rooms

I try my best to keep this guide up to date and I last refreshed it in May 2024. Did I miss a spa hotel that should be on this list? Send me an email and let me know!