Five-star seaside hotel in Marbella, with suites offering views, swimming pools, a spa, restaurants and sports facilities for combining beach time with relaxation.
See prices & availabilityThis page contains affiliate links. If you book through our links we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.
Hotel Don Pepe Gran Meliá is a 5-star hotel in Marbella, by the sea, with suites offering views of the Mediterranean. Its coastal setting makes it easy to alternate beach days with walks around the historic centre, less than 2 km away, and trips to Puerto Banús, 6 km away.
The rooms and suites have air conditioning, a private bathroom, a TV and a minibar; several also have a balcony or terrace with sea views. Some suites add a private pool, living areas or large terraces, and there are options with more than one bedroom. Leisure facilities include a heated indoor pool, gym, tennis and paddle tennis courts, and a spa with a sauna, Turkish bath, hot tub and treatments. For dining, the hotel has restaurants serving a range of cuisines, as well as continental or buffet breakfast. It also offers free Wi-Fi and allows pets on request, with possible extra charges. It’s an option for anyone looking to combine seaside relaxation, sports facilities and services for families.
The accommodation at Hotel Don Pepe Gran Meliá includes suites with sea views, balconies or terraces, as well as options with private pools. Some have a living room or two bedrooms, while certain terraces feature a hot tub, a Balinese bed or a relaxation area. The penthouse suite adds separate spaces such as a dressing room and a bar. Bed arrangements vary: there are large double beds, options with twin beds and one suite with a sofa bed.
The rooms have a private bathroom and air conditioning; bathrooms may have a bath and shower, as well as a bathrobe, slippers and toiletries. Other amenities include a coffee machine, minibar and flat-screen TV. Details vary from one suite to another: some include access to the RedLevel lounge, another has a terrace with frontal sea views, and one option includes a private pool. You can choose between a simpler space for enjoying the coast and a suite with extra areas for relaxing.
The private terrace features a hot tub, a Balinese bed, a relaxation area and a bar, with views of the Mediterranean. This penthouse suite also has a double bedroom, living room, dressing room and separate toilet. RedLevel access includes a private concierge and an exclusive lounge.
Located on the seventh floor, this 75 m² suite combines a private balcony with frontal sea views and a living area. It has two flat-screen TVs and an iPod dock; the private bathroom has a bath and shower. RedLevel lounge access is also included.
On the top floor, this suite has a private terrace with a hot tub, a Balinese bed, a bar and views of the Mediterranean and Africa. The living room includes a piano and an area for photo sessions. There’s also a complimentary Balinese bed by the pool.
Located on the eighth floor, this 110 m² suite has two bedrooms, two bathrooms and a living area. The terrace offers frontal sea views, while the private pool provides a space of your own to cool off. The stay also includes exclusive access to RedLevel.
The private pool sets this 85 m² suite apart; it also offers sea views and a balcony. The space has a bedroom, a bathroom with a bath and bathrobes, a dining area and air conditioning. A coffee machine and minibar are among the amenities, along with a flat-screen TV.
At 44 m², this junior suite has a balcony and terrace with sea views and is more compact than the Deluxe and Premier Junior Suites. It has a private bathroom with a bath and shower, as well as air conditioning. A flat-screen TV and coffee machine complete the amenities.
At 45 m², this Deluxe Junior Suite offers one more square metre than the Junior Suite with Sea View and also has a terrace overlooking the Mediterranean. The private bathroom has a bath and shower; there’s also air conditioning, a minibar and a coffee machine. The balcony completes the outdoor space.
This junior suite offers 51 m², more space than the two junior suites measuring 44 and 45 m², as well as a terrace and sea views. The private bathroom has a bath and shower. Air conditioning and a minibar are included, along with a balcony and coffee machine.
The hotel combines places to unwind with sports and wellness facilities. There’s a gym, fitness classes, a children’s pool and tennis equipment, as well as courts and activities such as cycling and scuba diving. The spa and wellness centre includes a sauna, steam room, hot tub, relaxation area, and body and facial treatments. Outdoors, sun loungers and parasols let you spend the day by the water.
Dining options include seven restaurants, continental and buffet breakfast, breakfast in your room and special menus on request. There’s also a children’s buffet, fruit, wine and champagne, as well as a minibar. Wi-Fi is free throughout the property; private parking is available for a fee. Pets are allowed on request and extra charges may apply. For families, the kids’ club, play areas and babysitting service add to the options during your stay.
Hotel Don Pepe Gran Meliá is on Marbella’s seafront, close to green spaces and city walks. Parque Finlandia is 220 m away and the Pirulí is 280 m away; Playa de Casablanca is 780 m away and Playa del Faro is 1.0 km away. Parque de la Constitución, also 1.0 km away, offers another open space for alternating time on the coast with a walk among the gardens. The surroundings combine the seafront with the services of the town centre.
Plaza de los Naranjos, in the historic centre, is 1.7 km away; Parque de Alameda is 1.2 km away and Mercado Central is 1.5 km away. Marbella Bus Station is 1.6 km away. Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport is 39 km away and Gibraltar International Airport is 55 km away. The ferry terminal to Puerto Banús is 1.1 km away, while Puerto Banús is 6 km from the hotel.
To enjoy the coast, you can head to the nearby beaches or walk along the seafront promenade; the warmer months are the best time for swimming. In the centre, Avenida del Mar and Mercado Central, both 1.5 km away, let you round off an outing among urban spaces and shops. Cortijo de Miraflores Museum is also 1.5 km away, and Playa de Nagüeles is 1.5 km away. Nearby parks offer an alternative for a walk when you want to take a break from the sand.
Hotel Don Pepe Gran Meliá 12 other hotels from our selection nearby Compare prices of all hotels in Marbella →
Where to Stay in Marbella: Areas and Places We Recommend: the complete guide →
Guests particularly appreciate the staff’s service and the comfortable beds. The facilities and cleanliness also receive favourable comments, along with the surroundings. Value for money is the least praised aspect compared with the service and comfort.
Rates at Hotel Don Pepe Gran Meliá vary depending on the season, room type and dates. To find out the current price for your stay, check the updated rates for your dates here.
Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport is 39 km away and Gibraltar International Airport is 55 km away. Marbella Bus Station is 1.6 km away and the ferry terminal to Puerto Banús is 1.1 km away. The hotel has private parking for €20 per day; it cannot be reserved. Puerto Banús is 6 km away.
Hotel Don Pepe Gran Meliá is by the sea. Playa de Casablanca is 780 m away and Playa del Faro is 1.0 km away. Parque Finlandia is 220 m away; Central Market and Avenida del Mar are 1.5 km away. Plaza de los Naranjos, in Marbella’s historic centre, is 1.7 km away, making it convenient to plan a visit to the town.
Hotel Don Pepe Gran Meliá offers continental and buffet breakfast, which you can also order to your room. Dining options include a children’s buffet and special diet menus on request; the hotel also has seven restaurants.
Hotel Don Pepe Gran Meliá has private parking on site. It costs €20 per day and cannot be reserved, so it is not free and you cannot guarantee a space in advance.
Hotel Don Pepe Gran Meliá allows pets on request and extra charges may apply. You need to request permission in advance, and the cost may vary depending on the conditions that apply to your stay.
Hotel Don Pepe Gran Meliá has a kids’ club, a children’s pool and indoor and outdoor play areas. It also offers a babysitting service and a children’s buffet. Cots are subject to availability, which is worth bearing in mind if you’re travelling with a baby.
Hotel Don Pepe Gran Meliá offers suites with private pools, as well as options with terraces and sea views. Some suites have living areas or several bedrooms; the Penthouse Suite has a hot tub and a Balinese bed on its terrace.