Puerto Banus is a top destination for luxury property buyers, and an all-year-round holiday destination to the rich and famous. Discover everything you need to know about living in and visiting Puerto Banus, Marbella, as well as types and prices of properties.
Puerto Banús is a glamorous marina filled with upmarket bars, restaurants, and a high concentration of superyachts and luxury cars in Marbella. As one of the top resort destinations in Europe, properties in Puerto Banús are highly sought after in Marbella and Costa del Sol.
Puerto Banús sits at the most western point of the Marbella Golden Mile and is part of the Marbella municipality on the Costa del Sol of Málaga in the south of Spain.
Situated midway between Marbella town and San Pedro de Alcántara to its west, it has been the main centre of social activity in the town since its inauguration in May 1970. It is on the sea, and you can walk from either Marbella or San Pedro via the Paseo Marítimo boardwalk.
Puerto Banús is about forty minutes from Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport, and transport options include car rental, taxi, or bus. It is reached via the motorway A-7 with the opportunity to take either the toll AP-7 or the coast road the N-340.
The marina was built in 1970 by José Banús, a local property developer and friend of Prince Alfonso de Hohenlohe of the Marbella Club. Initially, the plans were to make skyscraper blocks. However, José Banús wanted to create a luxurious paradise for millionaires and celebrities worldwide.
At the time, Marbella was one of the favourite destinations of the international jet set, with the world’s most famous stars holidaying in Marbella. The inauguration guests included the Aga Khan and Prince Rainier and Princess Grace of Monaco, with Julio Iglesias singing for 1,700 guests.
Built to mirror a typical Andalusian village in architectural style, Puerto Banús has become a “village” with a difference: with its fabulous marina full of private yachts and luxury international brand boutiques, classy restaurants and eateries, nightclubs and bars, department stores and commercial centres, cinemas, lovely beaches and beach clubs, and exclusive residential complexes.
José Banús became one of the most important developers of residential tourism complexes on the Costa del Sol. The port took his name, and it soon grew beyond the two streets and the original harbour. These days it has several tree-lined streets with a central plaza or town square named after Málaga-born Hollywood actor Antonio Banderas.
Puerto Banús has something for everyone; from luxury shopping malls to exclusive casinos and nightclubs, there’s no shortage of things to do here. Its beautiful beaches are perfect for sunbathing or swimming in the warm waters of the Mediterranean Sea.
Many say that Puerto Banús offers the best of both worlds: a fabulous social scene just walking distance from beautiful residential urbanisations which are like a true oasis offering calmer surroundings within magnificent private tropical gardens with pools, gymnasiums, spas and many additional facilities for their residents and guests.
Plus, if you’re looking for a great place to eat out or socialise with friends, you’ll find plenty of restaurants and bars around the marina area. It signifies wall-to-wall glamour, from the designer boutique-lined streets to the superyachts berthed in the harbour.
It has become one of the most important attractions on the Costa del Sol, estimated to have up to five million annual visitors, and is popular with international celebrities.
Puerto Banús has some of the most exclusive and luxurious real estate in Spain.
The Puerto Banús marina has few freehold properties; most are used for commercial or rental purposes. However, it does have some extremely desirable waterfront apartments that have been beautifully renovated.
From beachfront villas to apartments overlooking the port, many luxurious properties are available in Puerto Banús. So whether you’re looking for a holiday home or an investment property, there is something for everyone.
Puerto Banús has many luxury apartment complexes behind and to either side of the marina. The Playas del Duque urbanisations, with their stunning landscaped gardens, are on the boulevard approaching the port.
On the eastern side and directly on the beach, we find the exclusive complexes of Los Granados I and II with spectacular grounds and swimming pools. In addition, these complexes’ ground floor and duplex penthouses have private pools.
West of Puerto Banús, Laguna de Banús and Malibu are prime beachfront apartment complexes with superior penthouses and apartments. Set on tropical grounds, they have excellent facilities for residents, such as indoor pools, spas and gyms.
Some exclusive villas are close to Puerto Banús, within walking distance of the marina and beach.
Other residential urbanisations include La Alcazaba, Playa Rocío, Marina de Banús, Benabola, Gray d’Albion, Medina Gardens, El Embrujo, Ventura del Mar, Villa Marina, La Isla, Las Mimosas, Bahía de Banús, Jardines del Puerto and Terrazas de Banús.
The typical properties are apartments, but there are several villa areas such as Villa Marina, La Alzambra, Atalaya de Río Verde and Cortijo Blanco.
As one would expect, given the location, the properties offer superb facilities for their owners, including heated swimming pools and spas, gyms, private security, parking, garden areas and direct access to the beach.
Puerto Banús is a luxury destination, and the prices reflect this, but the prices vary substantially depending on the property type and location. As a general guideline for price points, the starting price for apartments in Puerto Banús is around €400,000. However, there are few listings in this price range.
Prices start from €500,000 to million-euro listings:
Apartments in the Los Granados urbanisations start from €2,950,000 to €5 million for a duplex penthouse. | Apartments in Playas del Duque from €825,000 for a three-bedroom apartment to €2 million+. | Two-bedroom apartments in Embrujo Playa from €525,000. | Villas close to Puerto Banús start from €3,500,000 upwards, depending on their location.
Puerto Banús is a luxury vacation destination with something for everyone, so whether you’re looking for luxury shopping, exquisite dining, nightlife, or relaxing by the Mediterranean Sea, it caters for everyone.
Puerto Banús was created with sophistication, celebrity and exclusivity in mind.
As a result, Puerto Banús is famous for its stunning waterfront views, luxurious houses and yachts, and numerous attractions. It is very family-friendly, with lots of options for everyone.
If you’re looking for a luxurious lifestyle with all the amenities close by, this is worth considering when searching for your luxury home in Spain.
If there is one thing Puerto Banús is famous for, it’s shopping!
Most world-famous designer brands have flagship stores in Puerto Banús, the top boutiques known for their style, quality and collections.
Shop until you drop in luxury boutiques such as Dolce & Gabbana clothes stores, furniture store and cocktail bar, Hermès, Versace, Loro Piana, Gucci, Dior, and Louis Vuitton, to name just a few of the international designer boutiques in Puerto Banús. As you stroll around the marina, it’s hard to know where to stop.
It’s not just for the ladies. The fashion-conscious man can lose himself in Tom Ford, Salvatore Ferragamo, Billionaire, and DSquared2, as well as the men’s section in the nearby department stores.
In addition, the El Corte Inglés department store opened in 1992 and is a luxury emporium destination in its own right. It is one of the highest-performing stores in Spain, with an abundance of superb brands and a luxury food emporium on the upper floors.
Marina Puerto Banús houses most Inditex brands, including Zara and Massimo Dutti, as well as H&M, Calzedonia, and smaller independent boutiques.
Finally, you will also find Lamborghini and McLaren luxury car showrooms in Puerto Banús.
Puerto Banús is known for its stunning marina of luxurious yachts and bustling watersports activities. In addition to seeing these boats, you can enjoy the thrills of jet skiing or banana boating.
Yacht hire is available for one-day excursions, and sport fishing is also available.
On either side of the marina, the beaches have watersports hire concessions. They have everything you can think of to enjoy hours of fun in the sea – SUP, kayak, banana boats, jet-ski, electric surfboards, fishing and dolphin expeditions. Or relax in the sun on some of the best beaches around.
All the beaches have a choice of beach bars and sunbeds for a fabulous beach day.
Puerto Banús is known for its party lifestyle both day and night. Beach clubs such as Plaza Beach, Ocean Club, and La Sala by the Beach offer daytime parties in one of the most glamorous areas of the Mediterranean. It’s a trendy destination for groups of young people enjoying their holidays or weekend breaks.
Night-time is when Puerto Banús comes into its own, however, as the bars and restaurants fill up.
One of the most famous bars has to be Sinatra’s on the marina front. Open for several decades, it is still the place to start the night and is great for people-watching. Astral Bar by the east side of the marina with its pirate ship décor and outsize chairs – and outsize cocktails to go with them!
The night continues into the early morning hours in Puerto Banús, with clubs offering DJ sets throughout the summer. The superclub Dreamers, a mecca of tech music, has reopened after a break and will undoubtedly attract a massive following as they bring in the top DJs.
Five minutes from the port, you’ll find the famous superclub Olivia Valere, a dining and nightclub venue where the night starts and ends late!
Puerto Banús has an extensive choice of restaurants, from classic Spanish fish to Lebanese, Italian and Indian. Whatever your taste, you are sure to find something to suit. Some lovely restaurants, including Amore e Fantasia, are near the control tower, where the superyachts are berthed.
One of the most renowned restaurants and a must for many is Los Bandidos. For meat lovers, try El Gaucho or Tango for the best Argentinian grill selection.
Families are also well catered for, with Jack’s Smokehouse serving BBQ right on the waterfront, or the old favourite, Picasso, for pizza – you may have to queue, but it’s worth it for this Puerto Banús institution. There are many more, plus excellent ice cream parlours and café bars.
Finally, we have two of the most popular restaurants in Marbella, just a few minutes’ walk from Puerto Banús. Breathe is a new concept restaurant based on sustainability and clean air, with fresh, healthy food and many plant-based options. La Sala is famous for its fabulous nights out, with both lunch and dinner menus and live music. It is very popular with golfers and weekend party groups.
With luxury designer shops, exclusive casinos, stunning beaches and waterfront views, Puerto Banús is one of Europe’s most glamorous ports. Its luxury lifestyle and numerous attractions make it the perfect destination for tourists looking to experience all Marbella offers.
Puerto Banús is unique and offers something for everyone. MPDunne Properties is a leading luxury property specialist in Marbella and Puerto Banús. We’d love to show you around and find a property to suit your needs. Please contact us to arrange a visit.
Mary Dunne Partner & Private Office Advisor
Mary Dunne is an experienced Real Estate Broker in Marbella with over two decades of expertise in the luxury property sector. She offers profound insights into Marbella’s luxury market, backed by her extensive experience with property transactions’ financial and legal facets. Her deep market knowledge positions her as a trusted expert, providing tailored experiences for high-end clients and showcasing Marbella’s lifestyle.
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