Marbella Club Hotel
Marbella
Marbella Club Hotel is a landmark five-star retreat on Marbella’s Golden Mile, where a golf holiday can be paired with beachfront living rather than a conventional stay beside the first tee. Founded by Prince Alfonso von Hohenlohe in 1954, the hotel has grown from its original finca into an elegant collection of rooms, suites and private villas set among mature subtropical gardens. Málaga Airport is approximately 53km away by road, with Marbella Old Town and Puerto Banús both close enough for an evening out.
The accommodation feels deliberately residential. The resort has 115 rooms and suites together with a collection of 17 villas, giving couples, families and larger parties several levels of privacy and space. Whitewashed buildings, garden paths and terraces preserve the character of the original estate, while the villas provide living areas, gardens and a more secluded base. The result is luxurious without feeling like a large tower hotel.
Food and drink are central to the Marbella Club experience. Its restaurants and bars range from refined evening dining at The Grill to relaxed meals by the Mediterranean, so guests can change mood without leaving the resort. The beach, pools, tennis, padel, botanical gardens and water-based activities make it easy to fill a non-golfing day, while the 5,000-square-metre Kids Club runs supervised activities for children aged four to 14 throughout the year.
Wellness is equally substantial. The 800-square-metre Thalasso Spa is built around seawater therapies and includes a dynamic seawater pool, steam facilities, saunas and 11 treatment rooms. Personalised programmes also bring together fitness, nutrition, movement and restorative treatments. Advance booking is advisable for spa experiences and the most sought-after restaurants.
The hotel’s own golf resort is in the hills of Benahavís, around a 20-minute drive from the beachfront property. A shuttle is included for hotel guests, allowing players to enjoy a secluded round before returning to the coast. The Costa del Sol’s wider choice of courses also makes Marbella Club a strong base for a varied itinerary.
This is best suited to travellers who want golf to be an important part of the holiday without allowing it to define every hour. Beach access, excellent dining, family facilities and a storied setting give non-golfers genuine reasons to choose the hotel. It is also a natural choice for a milestone birthday or anniversary. We can combine the stay with Marbella Club Golf Resort and selected nearby courses, tailoring the pace for couples, families or a special group trip.
Málaga Airport
53km
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Time Zone:
GMT+1
Currency:
€ (Euro)
Temperature:
8°C - 32°C
Cost of a Beer:
£4.50
Cost of a 3-Course Meal:
£32
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About The Area
Alhaurín el Grande is one of the Costa del Sol’s most appealing inland golf bases, offering traditional Andalusian charm while sitting within easy reach of Málaga, Marbella and a dense cluster of quality championship courses. Nestled in the Guadalhorce Valley and framed by the Sierra de Mijas mountains, it provides scenic, elevated golf in a quieter setting away from the busier coastal resorts.
The town’s signature layout is Alhaurin Golf, designed by Seve Ballesteros. This challenging and characterful course is known for its dramatic elevation changes, narrow driving lines and demanding approach shots into well-guarded greens. It’s a layout that rewards accuracy and course management rather than power. Nearby, Lauro Golf offers a contrasting experience with its 27-hole configuration, wider fairways and more forgiving routing through olive groves and gently rolling terrain. Within 30 minutes, La Cala Golf Resort provides three championship courses — Asia, America and Europa — making it ideal for multi-round itineraries.
Golf in this part of the Costa del Sol is typically dry underfoot with reliable greens, benefiting from over 300 days of sunshine per year. Spring (March–June) and autumn (September–November) are particularly comfortable for walking golf, avoiding peak summer heat.
Off the course, Alhaurín el Grande retains strong Spanish character, with whitewashed buildings, lively plazas and traditional tapas bars serving local wines and grilled meats. The coastline at Fuengirola and Marbella is easily accessible for beachside dining, while Málaga’s cultural scene — including the Picasso Museum and historic Alcazaba fortress — adds depth to any trip.
For golfers seeking elevated inland courses, scenic mountain backdrops and authentic Andalusian atmosphere without the bustle of the coast, Alhaurín el Grande offers a well-balanced and characterful Costa del Sol golf escape.
