Hostal El Caprichito Marbella
Marbella · Andalusia · 1 Star

Hostal El Caprichito Marbella

One-star guest house in Marbella’s old town, with air-conditioned rooms, a terrace and Mediterranean beaches about 200 metres away.

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8.5 Score
1.933 Reviews
1★ Star
15:00 Check-in
Area Marbella
Nearby Museum of Contemporary Spanish Engraving · 160 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 15:00

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Hostal El Caprichito Marbella

Hostal El Caprichito Marbella is a 1-star guest house in Marbella’s historic centre, 200 m from Playa de Venus. Its rooms, for one or two people, include a private bathroom, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV; one of them is a suite with a terrace and seating area.

The guest house has a shared terrace and free WiFi throughout. Reception is open from 11:00 to 18:00 and check-in takes place between 15:00 and 19:00; if you arrive after reception closes, you can enter using a door code. Plaza de los Naranjos is 250 m away and the Museo del Grabado Español Contemporáneo is 160 m away. La Bajadilla and Venus beaches are 200 m away, so you can combine walks through historic streets with time by the sea. It’s an option if you want to stay in the centre and have both the old town and the coast within walking distance.

Hostal El Caprichito Marbella
★ 8.5 · Very good · 1.933 reviews

Plan your stay at Hostal El Caprichito Marbella

One-star guest house in Marbella’s old town, with air-conditioned rooms, a terrace and Mediterranean beaches about 200 metres away.

Room types

The four room types cover single and double stays, as well as a suite with a terrace. The Single Room is 9 m² and designed for one person; the Double Room and Twin Room are 13.65 m² and accommodate two. All four options include a private bathroom, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. Shared practical features include towels, bed linen, a hairdryer and toiletries.

The Suite with Terrace is the largest option, at 16.2 m², and can accommodate up to two guests. Unlike the double rooms, it has a terrace and seating area, as well as tea and coffee-making facilities. The Single Room has one single bed; the Double Room has one double bed, and the twin option has two single beds. You can choose between travelling alone, sharing a bed or having separate beds, with a private bathroom and air conditioning in every option.

Single Room — Hostal El Caprichito Marbella
Single Room
9 m²

  • 1 Single bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Private entrance
  • Tiled/marble floor

At 9 m² and designed for one person, this is the guest house’s single room type. It has a private entrance, wardrobe and tiled flooring, as well as heating and air conditioning. Its compact layout includes a private bathroom with a shower and hairdryer, along with a flat-screen TV.

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Double Room — Hostal El Caprichito Marbella
Double Room
13 m²

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom

This 13.65 m² room accommodates up to two people and has one double bed. It’s the option for guests who prefer to share a bed, unlike the twin room type, which has two single beds. It includes a private bathroom, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV.

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Suite with Terrace — Hostal El Caprichito Marbella
Suite with Terrace
16 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Terrace
  • Seating area

At 16.2 m², this is the largest room and the only one with a terrace. The suite has a separate bedroom and a seating area, as well as tea and coffee-making facilities. It accommodates two people and has a private bathroom with a shower, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV.

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Twin Room — Hostal El Caprichito Marbella
Twin Room
13 m²

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Two single beds
  • Private entrance

At 13.65 m² and accommodating two guests, this room stands out for its two single beds. Unlike the Double Room, it lets you sleep in separate beds. It has a private bathroom, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV, as well as tiled flooring and a private entrance.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to explore the historic centre on foot: Plaza de los Naranjos is 250 m away.
  • you’d like to walk to the beach: Playa de La Bajadilla and Playa de Venus are 200 m away.
  • you’re travelling alone: the Single Room accommodates one person and is 9 m².
  • you prefer separate beds: there’s a double room with two single beds.
  • you’re looking for a room with its own outdoor space: the suite has a terrace and seating area.

Maybe not, if...

  • you need on-site parking: Hostal El Caprichito Marbella has no parking.
  • you need in-person assistance throughout the night: reception is open from 11:00 to 18:00, although you can enter with a code after it closes.
  • you’re travelling with someone under 18 who isn’t accompanied by a parent or legal guardian: they can’t stay without one.
  • you’re looking to hold a party or celebration: parties aren’t allowed, and quiet hours from 22:00 to 08:00 must be observed.

Hotel facilities & services

The guest house has outdoor areas with furniture, a terrace and a solarium, and offers a lift and facilities for guests with reduced mobility. Services include daily housekeeping, private check-in and check-out, and express check-in and check-out. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Rooms have air conditioning, heating, a private entrance and tiled or marble flooring; the property is non-smoking and has a designated smoking area.

The nearby beach and a golf course less than 3 km away add to the leisure options. Rooms include a private bathroom, shower or bath, hairdryer, toiletries, towels, bed linen, toilet paper, toilet, wardrobe and a socket near the bed. For entertainment, there is a TV and a flat-screen TV.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Beach
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Shower
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
  • Lift

General facilities

  • Terrace / solarium
  • Beach
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Private check-in / check-out
  • Express check-in and check-out
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Access key
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Lift
  • Facilities for disabled guests

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Bed linen
  • Wardrobe
  • Socket near the bed

Location & what to see

Hostal El Caprichito Marbella is at calle San Cristobal, 19, in Marbella’s historic centre. Plaza de los Naranjos is 250 m away and the Museo del Grabado Español Contemporáneo is 160 m away. Marbella Castle is 280 m away; the Capilla del Santo Sepulcro and Parroquia Nuestra Señora de La Encarnación are also nearby, both 170 m away. Alameda Park, 290 m away, offers a landscaped area among the streets of the centre.

You can reach the coast on foot: Playa de La Bajadilla and Playa de Venus are 200 m away, Playa del Faro and Playa del Cable are 900 m away, and Playa de la Fontanilla is 950 m away. Marbella bus station is 1.5 km away. Málaga Airport is 38 km away and Gibraltar International Airport is 57 km away. The bus station connects Marbella with other towns on the Costa del Sol.

A walking route can take you from Plaza de los Naranjos to the museum, the castle and Avenida del Mar, 400 m away, before continuing towards the coast. Mercado Divina Pastora is 410 m away and makes another stop among the neighbourhood streets. In spring and summer, the beaches are suitable for swimming and walking by the Mediterranean; coastal walks are often pleasant in early autumn too. For an outing beyond the centre, the Monumento Natural Dunas de Artola is 10 km away and the Parque Forestal de los Tres Jardines, in San Pedro Alcántara, is 10 km away.

Museum of Contemporary Spanish Engraving — A collection dedicated to modern Spanish engraving in a museum in the old town. 160 m
Chapel of the Holy Sepulchre — A small historic chapel in Marbella’s old streets. 170 m
Plaza de los Naranjos — A landmark square surrounded by historic architecture and terraces. 250 m
Marbella Castle — Remains of the old fortress, incorporated into the historic centre. 280 m
Alameda Park — Urban gardens with shaded paths in the centre of Marbella. 290 m
Playa del Faro — A stretch of urban coastline for walks and swimming near the centre. 900 m

What guests say about Hostal El Caprichito Marbella

8.5
Very good · 1.933 reviews
Staff
8.4
Comfort
8.7
Location
9.4
Cleanliness
8.7
Facilities
8.3
Value for money
8.6
Free Wi-Fi
8.2

Guests particularly appreciate the proximity to the old town and beaches, as well as the cleanliness and comfort of the rooms. Reviews also reflect a satisfying experience of the facilities and staff service.

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