Hotel El Faro Marbella
Marbella · Andalusia · 3 Stars

Hotel El Faro Marbella

3-star hotel in Marbella, with an outdoor pool, studios and apartments with kitchens, free Wi-Fi and Playa El Faro 150 metres away.

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8.1 Score
2.685 Reviews
3★ Stars
16:00 Check-in
Area Marbella
Nearby Constitution Park · 140 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 16:00

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Hotel El Faro Marbella

Hotel El Faro Marbella is a 3-star hotel in Marbella, 150 m from Playa El Faro, with an outdoor pool. Its 30 or 50 m² studios and apartments have a kitchen or kitchenette, balcony, air conditioning and a private bathroom. Some options have a separate bedroom and living room, giving you a choice of accommodation for a beach break or a stay with more space.

The hotel has a large terrace and serves a continental buffet breakfast. Its café offers snacks and drinks throughout the day, and there are bars and restaurants less than a five-minute walk away. Wi-Fi is free; private parking costs €15 per day and is subject to availability, with no option to reserve a space. Plaza de los Naranjos is less than 500 m away, and Marbella bus station is 1.2 km away. The combination of self-catering accommodation, a pool and proximity to the sea suits those who want to alternate time at the beach with walks around the centre.

Hotel El Faro Marbella
★ 8.1 · Very good · 2.685 reviews

Plan your stay at Hotel El Faro Marbella

3-star hotel in Marbella, with an outdoor pool, studios and apartments with kitchens, free Wi-Fi and Playa El Faro 150 metres away.

Room types

Hotel El Faro Marbella offers studios and apartments with one or more separate spaces, measuring 30 or 50 m². The studios include a kitchenette, balcony, air conditioning and private bathroom; the Superior Studio is on the fifth floor. The apartments add a separate bedroom and living area, as well as a fully equipped kitchen for preparing meals during your stay.

The 50 m² options vary in layout and configuration: there are one-bedroom apartments, a Superior version on the fifth floor, and an option designed for two adults and two children. Depending on the accommodation type, you’ll find a bath, shower, microwave, fridge, electric kettle and dining table. Some units have a terrace, and bed configurations vary between studios and apartments. You can choose between a compact space with a kitchen and balcony or accommodation with a separate bedroom and living room.

Studio — Hotel El Faro Marbella
Studio
30 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 single beds or 1 large double bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Kitchen
  • Balcony

This 30 m² studio combines a balcony and kitchenette, with space to prepare meals and a dining table. It has a private bathroom with a bath and shower, as well as a microwave, fridge and electric kettle. The main configuration offers two single beds, and the accommodation sleeps up to three people.

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One-Bedroom Apartment — Hotel El Faro Marbella
One-Bedroom Apartment
50 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 single beds and 1 extra-large double bed
  • Max 4 guests
  • Balcony
  • Kitchen

At 50 m², this apartment has a separate bedroom and living area, with space for up to four people. The balcony extends the living space, while the kitchen is equipped for preparing meals. The private bathroom has a bath and shower; there’s also an oven, microwave and dining table.

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Superior Studio — Hotel El Faro Marbella
Superior Studio
30 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 single beds or 1 large double bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Balcony
  • Satellite TV

Located on the fifth floor, this 30 m² studio has a balcony, kitchen and satellite TV. Its layout accommodates up to three people and includes a private bathroom with a bath and shower. The fridge, microwave and electric kettle complete the kitchenette.

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Superior One-Bedroom Apartment — Hotel El Faro Marbella
Superior One-Bedroom Apartment
50 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 single beds or 2 single beds and 1 sofa bed
  • Max 4 guests
  • Private balcony
  • Flat-screen TV

This 50 m² apartment is on the fifth floor and has a private balcony, separate bedroom and living room with a flat-screen TV. The kitchenette lets you prepare meals, and the bathroom has a bath and shower. Its layout separates the sleeping area from the communal space.

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One-Bedroom Apartment (2 Adults + 2 Children) — Hotel El Faro Marbella
One-Bedroom Apartment (2 Adults + 2 Children)
50 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 single beds and 1 sofa bed
  • Max 4 guests
  • Terrace
  • Garden view

At 50 m², this apartment is designed for a stay for two adults and two children. It includes a separate bedroom, a living room with a sofa bed and a terrace with garden views. The kitchen has a fridge, microwave and kitchenware; the bathroom has a bath and free toiletries.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want Playa El Faro 150 m away and other beaches, such as Playa de Venus, 250 m away
  • you prefer a studio or apartment with a kitchen or kitchenette
  • you’re looking for an outdoor pool and a large terrace to enjoy between outings
  • you’d find free Wi-Fi throughout the property useful
  • you want to stay near Plaza de los Naranjos, less than 500 m away

Maybe not, if...

  • you need free parking: private parking costs €15 per day
  • you want to secure a parking space before you arrive: spaces are limited and cannot be reserved
  • you’re looking for a rate that necessarily includes a continental buffet breakfast
  • you need to access your room before 16:00

Hotel facilities & services

Outdoor spaces are part of your stay: there’s a terrace, solarium, patio and outdoor furniture, as well as balconies in the rooms. The beach and sea activities such as snorkelling and scuba diving add more ways to spend the day. You can also go cycling, hiking, fishing or horse riding; there’s a golf course less than 3 km away.

The accommodation has a 24-hour reception, concierge service, luggage storage and tourist information. To get around the area, it offers a shuttle service, car hire and airport transfers. The café, snack bar and bar serve a range of drinks and snacks, while the rooms have a kitchen or kitchenette, fridge, microwave and electric kettle. Wi-Fi is free. Private parking is available on site for €15 per day, with a limited number of spaces that cannot be reserved.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Parking
  • Bath
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Beach
  • Airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Terrace

General facilities

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace / solarium
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Beach
  • Snorkelling
  • Horse riding
  • Scuba diving
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tourist information

Parking

  • Parking in a garage

Food & drink

  • Café on site
  • Fruit
  • Wine / champagne
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Tea/coffee maker

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Private bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Inner courtyard view
  • City view
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Pool view
  • Garden view
  • Dining table
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Fridge

Location & what to see

Hotel El Faro Marbella is at 11 Calle Virgen del Pilar, in a central area of Marbella between the coast and the old town. Parque de la Constitución is 140 m away and Parque de la Alameda is 430 m away. Playa El Faro is 150 m away; Playa de Venus is 250 m away, and Playa de La Fontanilla is 300 m away. Nearby restaurants include Taberna El Barril Oporto Tapas, 20 m away, and Pulpería El Asturiano, 40 m away.

For exploring the centre, Mercado Central is 440 m away and Plaza de los Naranjos is 500 m away. Marbella Castle is 630 m away, and the Museum of Spanish Contemporary Engraving is 670 m away. The bus station is 1.2 km away. Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport is 38 km away and Gibraltar International Airport is 56 km away. There’s also a ferry terminal to Puerto Banús 390 m away.

The nearby beaches make it easy to plan days swimming and walking along the promenade without going far from the centre. In the warmer months, Playa El Faro, Playa de Venus and Playa de La Fontanilla are nearby options for enjoying the sea; in spring and autumn, the parks and old-town streets offer a quieter walk. Mercado Central and Plaza de los Naranjos let you combine shopping with a visit to the historic centre, while the museum and castle add cultural stops to a walking route. For a trip outside Marbella, Parque Forestal de los Tres Jardines, in San Pedro Alcántara, is 9 km away.

Constitution Park — Central green space with paths and areas to relax outdoors. 140 m
Playa del Faro — Nearby stretch of coast for swimming and walking by the sea. 250 m
Central Market — Local market where you can discover products and Marbella’s everyday atmosphere. 440 m
Marbella Castle — Remains of the old fortress in the city’s historic quarter. 630 m
Museum of Spanish Contemporary Engraving — Collection dedicated to Spanish engraving and contemporary art. 670 m
Cortijo de Miraflores — Cultural centre in a former country estate, with exhibitions and activities. 830 m

What guests say about Hotel El Faro Marbella

8.1
Very good · 2.685 reviews
Staff
8.9
Comfort
8.3
Location
9.3
Cleanliness
8.2
Facilities
7.9
Value for money
8.0
Free Wi-Fi
8.1

Reviews particularly praise the location and the staff. Cleanliness and comfort are also rated positively, while the facilities and services receive slightly more moderate scores. Overall, guests highlight the central location and attentive service.

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