calle VIRGEN DEL PILAR, EDIFICIO LA FAROLA, Piso 8. nº 801, 29602 Marbella, Spain
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El Faro Marbella Beachfront By Kura Homes Overview

First Impressions

Walking into El Faro Marbella Beachfront By Kura Homes, you immediately understand why couples rave about this place. The eighth-floor location means you’re stepping into panoramic views that honestly take a moment to process — the Mediterranean stretches endlessly ahead while Marbella‘s coastline curves beautifully in both directions. It’s one of those moments where you actually pause and think “okay, this is exactly what I hoped for.” The apartment feels more like a sophisticated retreat than typical hotel accommodation, with that perfect balance of modern comfort and coastal charm.

Location & Neighborhood

You know what’s brilliant about this spot? You’re literally in the heart of everything that makes Marbella special, yet somehow it doesn’t feel chaotic. The Calle Virgen del Pilar address puts you steps from the old town’s winding streets, where you can wander through orange tree-lined plazas and stumble upon hidden tapas bars. The beach is right there — I mean, it’s called “beachfront” for a reason — but you’re also walking distance from Puerto Banús if you want that glitzier scene. That location score of 9.4 makes complete sense when you realize you can grab morning coffee from a local café, spend the day on the sand, then head out for dinner without needing any transportation.

The Space

This four-star setup really delivers on the details that matter. The room — well, it’s more of a full living space — has floor-to-ceiling windows that frame those incredible sea views I mentioned. The kitchen is actually functional, not just decorative, which means you can prepare simple meals or store those amazing Spanish cheeses and jamón you’ll inevitably buy at the local markets. Everything feels thoughtfully designed rather than just thrown together, from the comfortable seating area to the bedroom that somehow manages to feel both cozy and spacious.

The Beachfront Experience

Here’s where this place really shines — that direct beach access changes everything about your stay. You can literally roll out of bed, grab your coffee, and be on the sand in minutes. The stretch of beach here is less crowded than some of the more touristy areas, especially in the mornings when locals are out for their walks. I found myself spending way more time just watching the boats come and go from the terrace than I expected. The sound of waves becomes this constant, soothing backdrop that honestly makes it hard to leave.

Why Guests Love It

The combination of that prime location and intimate atmosphere creates something special — it’s why couples consistently rate this place so highly. You get the independence and space of having your own place, but with the services and amenities you want when you’re traveling. The fact that you can walk to authentic local spots while still being right on the beach means you’re experiencing the real Marbella, not just the resort version. It’s that rare find where the photos actually undersell the experience, especially when you’re watching the sunset from your own private terrace.

Exploring Marbella layers Moorish ruins, art galleries, and sea-kissed promenades glowing at dusk.

El Faro Marbella Beachfront By Kura Homes Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Two-Bedroom Apartment2 × 1 extra-large double bed and 2 × 1 double bed for 4 adults
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Reviews of El Faro Marbella Beachfront By Kura Homes

  • Carol from United Kingdom (9/10)

    Beautiful apartment with amazing views

  • Hanna from Ukraine (9/10)

    Amazing terrace with wonderful view, location is in very convinient place. It is close to the central plaza, to the shops and restorans, to the beach. But if you are looking for the quiet holiday this place is not yours.:) This place is for active people. Personal was very friendly and helpful with all questions. Apartment was very clean and had everything we need for comfort life.

  • Mark from Ireland (9/10)

    Location,view

  • Oksana from Poland (9/10)

    Дивовижний краєвид, чисто, охайно.

  • Nadezhda from Russia (9/10)

    Великолепное место расположение, высокий этаж и большая терраса. Панорамные окна , много солнца и ночью при открытом окне слышно шум моря. Великолепные апартаменты. На кухне и в ванной есть все необходимое . Нас встретили и все показали обеспечили всем необходимым , всегда были на связи. Однозначно рекомендую для проживания и сами еще обязательно вернемся.

  • Dariusz from Poland (9/10)

    Lokalizacja bardzo dobra, wspaniałe widoki na morze i góry. W okolicy świetne restauracje i kluby 🙂

  • Juan from Spain (9/10)

    La ubicación excelente, una terraza fantástica para disfrutarla

  • Brandon from France (7/10)

    La vue, la localisation

  • Stefan from Germany (7/10)

    Super Lage, direkt am Strand, nah am Zentrum.Sehr sauber. Sehr nette Vermieterin, die uns bei der Übergabe tolle Tipps zu Restaurants und Ausflügen gegeben hat. Anzeige und Bildern entspricht genau dem, was wir vorgefunden haben.

  • Kirsty from United Kingdom (9/10)

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Pablo Raez: 2.2 km
  • La guardería: 1.4 km
  • Miraflores Resort: 18 km
  • Parque de Alameda: 400 m
  • Pequeños Piratas: 13 km
  • Parque El Capricho: 1.6 km
  • Plaza de los Naranjos: 650 m
  • Roman Villa of Rio Verde: 5 km
  • Monumento Natural Dunas de Artola: 13 km
  • Parque Forestal de los Tres Jardines,San Pedro Alcántara.: 14 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Lola Wings: 0 m
  • Restaurant Sabores Holanzuela: 20 m
  • Restaurant Restaurante El Salón: 20 m

Beaches in the neighbourhood:

  • Venus Beach: 250 m
  • El Faro Beach: 100 m
  • Casablanca Beach: 1.1 km
  • La Bajadilla Beach: 900 m
  • La Fontanilla Beach: 300 m

Public transport:

  • Bus Marbella Bus Station: 1.7 km

Closest airports:

  • Malaga Airport: 54 km
  • Gibraltar International Airport: 77 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen:

  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Outdoors:

  • Beachfront
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Balcony
  • Terrace

Activities:

  • Beach

Living Area:

  • Sofa
  • Seating Area

Food & Drink:

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Miscellaneous:

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

Outdoor & View:

  • Sea view
  • View

Room Amenities:

  • Clothes rack
  • Heating
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Spanish

Media & Technology:

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV

Great for your stay:

  • Private bathroom
  • Balcony
  • Free WiFi
  • View
  • Air conditioning
  • Terrace
  • Kitchen
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Washing machine
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House Rules at El Faro Marbella Beachfront By Kura Homes

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 16:00 to 21:00
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Check-out:

  • From 08:00 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:

9.2

Location:

9.4

Facilities:

9.1

Cleanliness:

8.6

Value for money:

8.8