Avenida de la Ribera 137 Marbella, 29660, 29660 Marbella, Spain
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First Line P. Banus Sleeps 4 Overview

First Impressions

Walking up to First Line P. Banus Sleeps 4, you immediately understand why couples are giving this place such high marks for location. I mean, you’re literally steps from Puerto Banús — that’s the marina where you’ll spot more Ferraris per square meter than anywhere else on the Costa del Sol. This three-star property doesn’t try to be something it’s not, but honestly, when you’re this close to the action in Marbella, who needs marble lobbies? The building has that typical Andalusian white-washed look, and there’s something refreshing about finding a place that focuses on what actually matters — being exactly where you want to be.

Location That Actually Delivers

Here’s the thing about Puerto Banús — most hotels either cost a fortune or stick you way up in the hills where you need a taxi for everything. This place sits right on Avenida de la Ribera, which means you can walk to the marina’s restaurants and bars in about three minutes. You know what’s even better? The beach is right there too, so you’re not choosing between sand and nightlife. I’ve stayed in places that claim to be “near” Puerto Banús, but this is the real deal. The parking situation is actually sorted (which is honestly a miracle in this area), so if you’re driving down from Madrid or flying into Málaga, you’re not going to spend your first hour circling blocks looking for a spot.

The Space Itself

The apartment sleeps four people, and while it’s not going to win any design awards, it’s clean and functional in all the right ways. The kitchen is properly equipped — not just a mini-fridge and a prayer — so you can actually make breakfast or grab some jamón from the local market and put together a proper meal. What I really appreciated was how quiet it stays despite being so central; the windows do their job, and you’re not hearing every conversation from the street. The air conditioning works well too, which you’ll definitely need during those sweltering Marbella summers.

Getting Around and Practicalities

One thing that surprised me was how walkable everything becomes from this spot. Sure, you’re close to Puerto Banús, but you can also stroll into Marbella’s old town when you want something more authentic than the marina scene. The bus connections are decent if you want to explore further along the coast — Estepona or even Gibraltar for a day trip. Having that private parking space means you can actually use the place as a base for exploring the region without the stress of finding somewhere to leave your car every time you come back.

Why Guests Keep Coming Back

Look, this isn’t about thread counts or concierge services — it’s about being in the heart of one of Spain’s most famous resort areas without paying resort prices. The 9.5 rating for location from couples tells you everything you need to know; when you can walk to dinner at El Corte Inglés, grab drinks at the marina, and still be on the beach for sunrise, you’ve found something special. It’s the kind of place where you spend your time out exploring rather than hanging around the hotel, which is exactly what you want when you’re in Marbella.

First Line P. Banus Sleeps 4 Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Studio with Balcony1 sofa bed and 1 large double bed for 4 adults, 3 children
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Reviews of First Line P. Banus Sleeps 4

  • Samantha from United Kingdom (8/10)

    The apartment was everything we needed for a night. The location could literally not be any better for visiting the marina at Puerto Banus.

  • Asmaa from Spain (8/10)

    Nice comfy

  • Ryan from Spain (9/10)

    Location could not have been better. Facilities all good,
    We used the parking space, met a chap called Jamal who was excellent, showed us the parking space and apartment, really nice guy.
    Apartment is really easy to find

  • Marie from United Kingdom (9/10)

    Perfect location with beautiful views of the port

  • Scott from United Kingdom (8/10)

    the app works the first time but had to wait 30 mins to get the fob to open the door

  • Andy from United Kingdom (8/10)

    location

  • Darragh from United Kingdom (2/10)

    View

  • Jordyn from United Kingdom (8/10)

    Amazing views, the comfiest bed and a really helpful host with directing us to the property etc.

  • Bruce from United Kingdom (1/10)

    lovely scenic views and good location

  • Pamela from Netherlands (8/10)

    The place was absolutely gorgeous. The location is just perfect and close to everywhere. Thanks for everything Hans. I felt just at home.
    I absolutely recomend this one!

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Pablo Raez: 9 km
  • La guardería: 8 km
  • Parque de Alameda: 7 km
  • Parque El Capricho: 5 km
  • Parque Torre Leonera: 13 km
  • Plaza de los Naranjos: 7 km
  • Roman Villa of Rio Verde: 1.4 km
  • Parque Ntra Sra del Rosario: 13 km
  • Parque Forestal de los Tres Jardines,San Pedro Alcántara.: 4.9 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Leone: 1 m
  • Restaurant Da Paolo: 10 m
  • Restaurant Heladeria Artesanal – Solo Qui Puerto Banus: 10 m

Beaches in the neighbourhood:

  • San Pedro Beach: 2.3 km
  • Río Verde Beach: 1 km
  • Puerto Banús Beach: 300 m
  • Cortijo Blanco Beach: 1.5 km
  • Nueva Andalucía Beach: 400 m

Public transport:

  • Bus Marbella Bus Station: 7 km

Closest airports:

  • Malaga Airport: 60 km
  • Gibraltar International Airport: 69 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)

Kitchen:

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

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Outdoors:

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

Transport:

  • Bicycle rental Additional charge
  • Car hire

Activities:

  • Beach
  • Diving Additional charge Off-site
  • Fishing Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km) Additional charge

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area

Common areas:

  • Games room

Food & Drink:

  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Accessibility:

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Miscellaneous:

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

Outdoor & View:

  • Inner courtyard view
  • City view
  • Lake 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
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • English

Safety & security:

  • Safety deposit box

Media & Technology:

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

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange

Great for your stay:

  • Parking
  • Restaurant
  • Private bathroom
  • Balcony
  • Free WiFi
  • View
  • Air conditioning
  • Terrace
  • Kitchen
  • Family rooms

Building characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building

Entertainment and family services:

  • Child safety socket covers
  • Nightclub/D J Additional charge
  • Casino

Parking Private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is needed) and costs € 25 per day.:

  • Parking garage
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House Rules at First Line P. Banus Sleeps 4

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 14:30 to 21:30
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Check-out:

  • From 10:30 to 11:00

Age restriction:

  • The minimum age for check-in is 21

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:

8.4

Comfort:

7.7

Location:

9.2

Free WiFi:

6.3

Facilities:

8.1

Cleanliness:

7.9

Value for money:

7.6