The 10 best holiday apartments in Marbella

Marbella has more than two thousand six hundred vacation rentals, so the offer is wide and varied. Most are apartments, but you will also find villas, guest houses and the occasional hotel if you prefer another option. Prices start at around 107 euros per night and the average is around 351, with an average rating of 3.6 stars, which gives you an idea that there are options for different budgets. Before booking, you should know that the city is divided into very different areas, and choosing well where you stay shapes the experience more than the accommodation itself.

If you are looking for atmosphere, restaurants and shops at street level, the center of Marbella is your place. Here you will find small but well-connected apartments, and you can walk to the beach, the old town or the marina. The Milla de Oro area, on the other hand, is more residential and exclusive, with quiet developments and direct access to wide beaches; it is ideal if you prefer silence and do not mind taking the car to go out for dinner. The east, towards Elviria or Cabopino, is more family-oriented and has natural coves, while the west, towards San Pedro de Alcántara, is cheaper and less crowded. If you come in high season, from June to September, prices rise considerably; on the other hand, from October to May, except Easter, you will find much lower rates and the weather is still mild for walking or doing sports.

To get there, the most practical thing is to fly to Málaga and from there take a bus, a commuter train to Fuengirola and then a taxi, or rent a car. If you stay in the center, you will not need a vehicle for day to day, but if you choose a development on the outskirts, a car is almost essential. Before booking, check carefully whether the apartment includes a parking space, air conditioning and wifi, because they are not always included. Also look at the photos of the rooms and recent comments from other guests, especially those that mention noise, cleanliness or the condition of the appliances. Finally, check whether the final price includes cleaning fees or per-person supplements, because sometimes they do not appear in the first search and can make the stay more expensive.