123 Avenida Jacaranda Napoleón, edificio 3, apartamento 1B, 29604 Marbella, Spain
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OleHolidays Napoleon 3 junto a Alicate playa Overview

First Impressions

Walking into OleHolidays Napoleon 3 junto a Alicate playa, I honestly wasn’t expecting much from what looked like a standard residential building from the outside. But you know what? Sometimes the best finds in Marbella are tucked away in these unassuming spots. The four-star property sits in a quiet residential area that feels authentically Spanish — none of that touristy resort atmosphere you get closer to the main strip. The building itself is clean and well-maintained, and I appreciated how the staff made check-in feel personal rather than rushed.

The Apartment Setup

This apartment setup really works if you’re tired of cramped hotel rooms. The space feels like an actual home rather than temporary accommodation, with a proper kitchen that’s actually functional — I mean, you can cook real meals here, not just heat up instant noodles. The living area flows nicely into the bedroom, and there’s enough storage that you won’t be living out of your suitcase for the entire stay. What struck me most was how everything felt thoughtfully arranged, like someone actually lives here and cares about the details.

Location & Beach Access

Here’s where this place really shines — you’re genuinely close to Alicate beach without paying those beachfront prices. It’s about a 7-minute walk to the sand, which honestly is perfect because you get the beach access without the constant noise and crowds right outside your window. The neighborhood has that residential Marbella vibe where you’ll see locals doing their daily shopping and kids playing in the streets. There’s a small supermarket two blocks away, and the bus stop connects you easily to Marbella’s old town when you want to explore beyond the immediate area.

Why Couples Choose This Spot

I can see why couples rate this place so highly — it’s got that intimate, home-away-from-home feeling that works perfectly for romantic getaways. The apartment gives you space to actually relax together without feeling like you’re on top of each other, and you can cook breakfast together or grab wine from the local shop for evening drinks on the terrace. The quiet location means you can have conversations without competing with pool parties or lobby noise, but you’re still close enough to join the Marbella scene when the mood strikes.

What Makes It Work

The 8.8 rating makes complete sense once you spend a few days here. It’s not trying to be something it’s not — just a well-run, comfortable place that gets the basics absolutely right. The value proposition is solid for Marbella, especially considering you get apartment-style space and that coveted location near the beach. Staff response time is quick when you need something, and the whole experience feels more personal than your typical hotel stay. If you want authentic Marbella living with tourist-friendly amenities, this hits that sweet spot perfectly.

OleHolidays Napoleon 3 junto a Alicate playa Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Two-Bedroom Apartment2 × 2 single beds and 2 × 1 double bed for 4 adults, 3 children
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Reviews of OleHolidays Napoleon 3 junto a Alicate playa

  • Bridget from United Kingdom (9/10)

    Everything we needed. Great location.
    Super pool.

  • Hunter from United Kingdom (8/10)

    Very nice, clean apartment, with roomy balcony, in a neat complex with a great pool. Reasonably close to the beach and to local shops/restaurants. Clean towels and linen.

  • Taavi from Estonia (9/10)

    Hubane

  • Ikram from Netherlands (8/10)

    De locatie was top. Erg centraal met Marbella city, Fuengirola en San Pedro. Bereikbaar binnen 20 min. Alle bewoners van het complex waren super beleefd. Daar wonen veel locals. Er werd altijd met een glimlach gegroet zowel naar mij als mijn kinderen. De lift, de hal, zwembad en ruimte bij het complex waren super schoon en werden dagelijks goed bijgehouden. Ik heb geen kakkerlak of mug gezien in het appartement waar ik erg blij mee was 🙂

  • Magdalena from North Macedonia (9/10)

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Pablo Raez: 6 km
  • La guardería: 6 km
  • Miraflores Resort: 10 km
  • Parque de Alameda: 9 km
  • Pequeños Piratas: 6 km
  • Parque El Capricho: 10 km
  • Plaza de los Naranjos: 7 km
  • Roman Villa of Rio Verde: 15 km
  • Parque Fluvial Río Fuengirola: 19 km
  • Monumento Natural Dunas de Artola: 5 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Bar Flores: 1.1 km
  • Restaurant Cafeteria El Rosario: 400 m
  • Restaurant Mama’s Bakery Lunch and Chill: 450 m

Beaches in the neighbourhood:

  • El Alicate Beach: 1.1 km
  • El Pinillo Beach: 5 km
  • Los Monteros Beach: 5 km
  • Real de Zaragoza Beach: 2.6 km
  • Bahía de Marbella Beach: 1.3 km

Public transport:

  • Bus Marbella Bus Station: 8 km

Closest airports:

  • Malaga Airport: 47 km
  • Gibraltar International Airport: 83 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen:

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

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath

Outdoors:

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Private beach area
  • Private pool
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Transport:

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

Activities:

  • Beach
  • Golf course (within 3 km) Additional charge

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area

Food & Drink:

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Accessibility:

  • Entire unit located on ground floor

Miscellaneous:

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

Outdoor & View:

  • Pool view
  • Garden view

Room Amenities:

  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • Danish
  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Italian
  • Dutch
  • Norwegian
  • Polish
  • Portuguese
  • Swedish

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided
  • Tour desk

Great for your stay:

  • Parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Balcony
  • Bath
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Terrace
  • Kitchen
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking

Building characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building

Outdoor swimming pool Free!:

  • Seasonal
  • All ages welcome
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House Rules at OleHolidays Napoleon 3 junto a Alicate playa

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:

  • Until 11:00

Age restriction:

  • The minimum age for check-in is 30

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:

8.8

Comfort:

8.5

Location:

8.5

Facilities:

9.0

Cleanliness:

8.5

Value for money:

7.5