Avenida Duque de Ahumada, 16, 29601 Marbella, Spain
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Beachfront Apartment Marbella Overview

First Impressions

Walking up to Beachfront Apartment Marbella, you immediately understand why couples rave about this place. The building sits right on Avenida Duque de Ahumada — honestly, you can’t get more central than this in Marbella. I mean, you’re literally steps from the beach and the old town’s charming streets. The entrance has that relaxed Mediterranean vibe without trying too hard, and there’s something refreshing about staying in an actual apartment rather than a cookie-cutter hotel room. You know what really caught my attention? The fact that they’ve managed to secure on-site parking in the heart of Marbella — that’s practically gold dust around here.

Location That Actually Delivers

This four-star property earned its 9.8 location score for good reason. You’re a two-minute walk from Playa de la Fontanilla, where locals actually go (not just the tourist crowds). The old town’s narrow cobblestone streets are right there — perfect for those evening strolls when the temperature drops and the restaurants start filling up. What I love is that you’re close enough to Puerto Banús if you want the glitz, but you’re staying in the real Marbella where people actually live. The supermarket is around the corner, which matters more than you’d think when you have your own kitchen. Plus, catching a bus to other Costa del Sol towns is incredibly easy from this spot.

The Apartment Experience

The apartment setup here feels like staying at a well-appointed friend’s place rather than a sterile hotel. You’ve got proper counter space, a decent-sized fridge, and everything you need to make breakfast or pack snacks for the beach. The balcony — well, that’s where you’ll probably end up spending your mornings with coffee, watching Marbella wake up below. The Wi-Fi actually works (I tested it thoroughly), and the air conditioning keeps things comfortable during those sweltering July afternoons. Storage space is generous too, which you’ll appreciate if you’re staying more than a few nights.

Practical Perks

Having your own parking spot eliminates one of the biggest headaches of visiting Marbella during peak season. I’ve seen people circle the old town for thirty minutes looking for a space, so this alone justifies the stay. The apartment setup means you can grab fresh produce from the local market and actually use it — there’s something satisfying about making your own gazpacho with tomatoes from the Mercado Central. Beach gear storage is practical, and you’re not dealing with hotel checkout times if you want to explore before catching an evening flight. The building’s quiet at night, which surprised me given how central it is.

Why Couples Keep Coming Back

That 9.8 rating from couples isn’t just about the romantic setting — though watching sunset from the balcony doesn’t hurt. It’s the freedom to move at your own pace, make your own meals when you want, and feel like you’re living in Marbella rather than just visiting. You can walk to dinner, stroll the beach at midnight, or sleep in without worrying about breakfast hours. The combination of prime location, practical amenities, and that apartment-style independence creates something special. Honestly, once you experience Marbella this way, regular hotels start feeling pretty limiting.

Beachfront Apartment Marbella Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Apartmentdouble bed, 1 double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 2 adults, 1 child
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Reviews of Beachfront Apartment Marbella

  • Kellett from Ireland (9/10)

    The location of the apartment is fantastic. It is so central to everything that Marbella offers.

  • Steven from United Kingdom (9/10)

    Location. View. Easy check in.

  • Irina from Estonia (9/10)

    Great location, great space and lovely host Vanessa.

  • Siobhan from United Kingdom (9/10)

    Owners very friendly and accommodating.
    Great location

  • Sharon from United Kingdom (9/10)

    The location was perfect for being in the centre of all facilities. The view was really lovely. It was a perfect home from home.

  • Andrada from Romania (9/10)

    Location and view. Also was very quiet. Nice ambient.

  • Ian from Ireland (8/10)

    Ideal location in the heart of Marbella and Marie was very easy to deal with throughout. Apartment has all the essentials 👌

  • Leigh from United Kingdom (9/10)

    The location of the apartment is second to none, with amazing views and a quieter part of the promenade overlooking the marina. Perfect sized apartment for a couple, comfortable king-size bed. Excellent communication from the owner who was responsive and accommodating. The pool is shared with the other apartments in the building but was usually quiet. The only slight negative was the size of the kitchenette as not much workspace so would be tricky if you wanted to make a meal but there are so many excellent, well priced, restaurants nearby (especially Garum) you really don't need too. Will definitely be looking to return on our next visit to Marbella ❤️ thank you, Maria x

  • John from United Kingdom (9/10)

    The view from the appartment was so so nice.

  • Idekov from Bulgaria (9/10)

    The apartment is not just centrally located, but it's on the promenade. The other great plus is the sea view and the terrace, The terrace is private and spacious and high enough to have perfect view and same time to hear only the waves. The apartment is well equipped. We travel with rented car and the availability of garage was very convenient.

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Pablo Raez: 2.3 km
  • La guardería: 1.6 km
  • Miraflores Resort: 19 km
  • Parque de Alameda: 600 m
  • Pequeños Piratas: 14 km
  • Parque El Capricho: 1.5 km
  • Plaza de los Naranjos: 850 m
  • Roman Villa of Rio Verde: 5 km
  • Monumento Natural Dunas de Artola: 13 km
  • Parque Forestal de los Tres Jardines,San Pedro Alcántara.: 11 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant La Barca: 40 m
  • Restaurant El Paname: 40 m
  • Restaurant La Paella: 100 m

Beaches in the neighbourhood:

  • Venus Beach: 350 m
  • El Faro Beach: 0 m
  • Casablanca Beach: 850 m
  • La Bajadilla Beach: 950 m
  • La Fontanilla Beach: 100 m

Public transport:

  • Bus Marbella Bus Station: 1.9 km

Closest airports:

  • Malaga Airport: 55 km
  • Gibraltar International Airport: 76 km

Facilities

Shops:

  • Minimarket on site
  • Barber/beauty shop

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen:

  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Outdoors:

  • Beachfront
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Private pool
  • Balcony
  • Terrace

Transport:

  • Shuttle service Additional charge
  • Car hire
  • Airport shuttle Additional charge

Activities:

  • Bingo Additional charge Off-site
  • Movie nights Additional charge
  • Stand-up comedy Additional charge Off-site
  • Pub crawls Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Water park Off-site
  • Water sport facilities on site
  • Horse riding Off-site
  • Hiking Off-site
  • Fishing Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km) Additional charge
  • Tennis court Off-site

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area

Food & Drink:

  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Accessibility:

  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Miscellaneous:

  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Non-smoking rooms

Outdoor & View:

  • City view
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Pool view
  • Garden view
  • Sea view
  • View

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Pants press
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Spanish

Cleaning services:

  • Daily housekeeping Additional charge

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • TV

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided

Business facilities:

  • Fax/photocopying Additional charge

Great for your stay:

  • Parking
  • 3 restaurants
  • Private bathroom
  • Pets allowed
  • Balcony
  • Free WiFi
  • View
  • Air conditioning
  • Terrace
  • Kitchen

Outdoor swimming pool:

  • Seasonal
  • Shallow end

Building characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building
  • Detached

Entertainment and family services:

  • Evening entertainment
  • Nightclub/D J Additional charge
  • Karaoke Additional charge
  • Children’s playground
  • Casino
  • Babysitting/child services Additional charge

Parking Public parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs € 20 per day.:

  • Parking garage
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House Rules at Beachfront Apartment Marbella

Pets:

  • Free! Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 15:00 to 21:00
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Check-out:

  • From 09:00 to 11:00

Age restriction:

  • The minimum age for check-in is 18

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Guest reviews

Staff:

9.4

Comfort:

9.1

Location:

9.8

Free WiFi:

10

Facilities:

8.5

Cleanliness:

9.2

Value for money:

8.5