Our clients often ask us to list the best locations in Marbella, but while we have our favourites and know which ones are most popular among homebuyers, preference remains a subjective, personal thing. For this reason, we base our answer upon a number of criteria, such as your preferred lifestyle, practical needs and how much you wish to spend when buying a property in Marbella.
Puerto Banus
Such things will vary depending on whether you live here, have school-going children, come for short holiday breaks or extended periods of time. You may be an avid golfer or someone who simply loves to live close to those beautiful green fairways, or you may want a beachfront location close to all the action, or indeed one that is more secluded—and luckily Marbella offers it all!
Perhaps you wish for a country club environment, yearn for open nature in a hillside setting near Marbella or enjoy the leafy streets of a residential area.
Although, the options are many, here are some of what we consider to be the best locations in Marbella:
Golden Mile
Marbella’s Golden Mile is perhaps the most prestigious address of all on the Costa del Sol, thanks not only to its illustrious history and iconic beachside resorts such as the Marbella Club and the Puente Romano, but also for its elegance, refinement and quality of the apartments, penthouses and villas for sale on the Golden Mile.
Perfect for people who enjoy style, refinement and access to top lifestyle amenities.
La Zagaleta
One of the finest country clubs in Europe, La Zagaleta offers an entirely different living environment within the foothills of the Serranía de Ronda mountain range. From this position and set within the lush greenery of a former hunting estate now endowed with two golf courses and wooded areas complete with waterfalls, this luxury domain overlooks the coastline and nearby Marbella – less than ten minutes away. The villas in La Zagaleta are large, luxurious and entirely private.
Offers incomparable privacy, security and service.
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.
From the main Málaga fair coloured with local verdales and spontaneous flamenco outbursts, to international celebrations in Fuengirola, the Feria de San Bernabé in Marbella, or one of the other smaller celebrations in local town centres, the Costa del Sol offers an incredible range of ferias throughout the warmer months for locals and visitors to enjoy the best of Spanish culture all summer long.
Golf and padel tend to dominate the conversation about sport in Marbella, but tennis has its own long history here, and its own dedicated following among residents and buyers. This guide sets out where to play, what each club offers, and how the town’s tennis scene fits into its wider sporting identity.
Marbella’s appeal goes far beyond its beaches and blue skies. It’s where Mediterranean charm, global sophistication and a year-round outdoor lifestyle converge: creating a destination that consistently ranks among the most desirable places to live, invest, and enjoy life in Europe and the world. The ultimate luxury lifestyle in Europe. Why? We can sum it up in three words: sun, sea and culture. Add mountains, and we have it all.
