Top 10 beaches in Marbella

These beaches, with their luxury beachfront apartments and villas and their magnificent sea views of the Mediterranean, offer the opportunity to purchase some of the finest real estate. Engel & Völkers Marbella are market leaders and are here to help you realise your dreams of owning a luxury property in one of the most sought-after destinations in Spain.

Playa de los Monteros

Playa de Los Monteros, part of the prestigious Los Monteros Resort, lies to the west of Rio Real and boasts one of the most exclusive beach clubs in Europe. This beach offers a luxurious setting, perfect for relaxation and enjoying the Mediterranean’s beauty.

Rio Real & Playa Pinillo

Next to Playa de Los Monteros, Rio Real or Playa Pinillo provides Marbella's only windsurf club. It’s also close to the popular Rio Real Golf Club and the upmarket Trocadero Arena restaurant, which sits right on the beach. With extensive facilities, real estate in this area is in high demand. Nearby, El Alicate beach is part of the exclusive urbanisation of the same name, where one of the residents of the state-of-the-art villas is the film star Antonio Banderas.

Playa Nagüeles

Playa Nagüeles, with its ultra-clean sand, is located on the famous Golden Mile. Its top hotels, fine dining restaurants, and prestigious beach clubs make it a desirable destination for the most affluent visitors. Luxurious villas with sea views make this area an ideal investment, and Engel & Völkers Marbella is ideally placed to advise investors.

Puerto Banús & Nueva Andalucia

From the exclusive yachting marina of Puerto Banús, a pleasant palm-lined walkway leads to Nueva Andalucía, a beautiful beach with little coves. As you'd expect from its other name, El Duque, all amenities are available, including a variety of water sports for those looking to enjoy an active beach experience.

Playa de Cabopino

Playa de Cabopino in East Marbella overlooks a charming port with moorings for 169 luxury yachts. It has ample sands and full amenities. The protected natural park and beach of Las Dunas de Artola lies to the west, which includes a nudist beach, adding to the diversity and appeal of this area.

Playa Real de Zaragoza

One of Marbella's biggest beaches, Playa Real de Zaragoza is located thirteen kilometres from the centre and is adjacent to the Real de Zaragoza urbanisation. The exclusive Don Carlos beach club and the lively Nikki Beach, a party beach for the rich, are also located here, making it a perfect destination for both relaxation and entertainment.

Playa Fontanilla

Playa Fontanilla is considered the most beautiful of the urban beaches within easy reach of the city. Its location close to the new Paseo Marítimo offers beach lovers access to restaurants, entertainment, gyms, and shops, making it a lively and convenient spot to spend the day by the sea.

El Faro Beach

El Faro is another centrally situated beach, named after the lighthouse that still looks out over the blue Mediterranean. Close to the old town, it is loved by families for its children's playground and shallow waters, making it an ideal beach for a family day out.

Playa de Guadalmina

Playa de Guadalmina is the last of the beaches on the west side and has an added bonus: Roman ruins and a sixteenth-century watch tower. Yet, the facilities are modern and up to date. As part of the community of Guadalmina Baja, it offers beachfront villas and proximity to a golf course, providing a perfect combination of historical charm and modern living.