12 Urbanizacion Coto los Dolores, 29604 Marbella, Spain
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OleHolidays 402 Romana Playa junto al mar Overview

First Impressions

When I first pulled up to OleHolidays 402 Romana Playa junto al mar, honestly, it felt like discovering a hidden gem tucked away in Marbella’s quieter residential side. The building sits in Urbanización Coto los Dolores, which sounds fancy but is actually just a peaceful neighborhood that feels refreshingly removed from the tourist chaos. You know what struck me immediately? The fact that I could actually find a parking spot without circling for twenty minutes — something that’s practically miraculous in this part of Spain. The property has this understated charm that doesn’t try too hard, and after staying at flashier places along the coast, that was exactly what I needed.

Location & Getting Around

Here’s the thing about this spot — you’re close enough to the beach that you can smell the salt air, but far enough from the madness of Puerto Banús that you’ll actually get some sleep. The walk to Romana Beach takes maybe five minutes, and it’s one of those stretches where locals actually go, not just tourists taking selfies. I mean, you’ve got the glitzy parts of Marbella within easy reach when you want them, but you can also just grab groceries at the nearby Mercadona and feel like you’re living like a local for a few days. The three-star rating might not sound impressive, but the location alone punches way above its weight class.

The Accommodation

The apartment itself is exactly what you’d expect from a well-maintained holiday rental — clean, functional, and surprisingly spacious. The kitchen actually has everything you need if you want to cook (which I definitely recommend after buying fresh seafood at the local market). What I really appreciated was how the place felt lived-in rather than sterile — you know, like someone’s actual home rather than a corporate hotel room. The air conditioning works properly, which is honestly half the battle in southern Spain during summer. The Wi-Fi is solid too, though I’ll admit I spent most of my time on the small terrace rather than glued to my laptop.

Why Couples Choose This Place

I can totally see why this spot gets such high marks from couples — there’s something genuinely romantic about having your own little space near the Mediterranean without the crowds breathing down your neck. The neighborhood has this quiet, residential vibe where you can actually have a conversation over dinner without shouting over music from three different beach bars. Plus, having your own kitchen means you can pick up some jamón and local wine and have an impromptu picnic on the beach at sunset. It’s the kind of place where you can be tourists when you want to be, but also just… exist together without an agenda.

Why Guests Keep Coming Back

Look, this isn’t going to be the fanciest place you’ll ever stay, but it nails the fundamentals in a way that a lot of pricier options don’t. The 8.6 rating makes perfect sense when you factor in the reliable basics — good location, free parking (seriously, this alone saves you a fortune), and a host who actually responds to messages. After a week here, I found myself already planning a return trip, which honestly surprised me. Sometimes the best travel experiences come from places that just let you settle in and live a little, rather than constantly trying to impress you.

OleHolidays 402 Romana Playa junto al mar Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
One-Bedroom Apartmentdouble bed, 1 double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults
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Reviews of OleHolidays 402 Romana Playa junto al mar

  • Adrian from United Kingdom (8/10)

    Fab location , beautiful and clean . Lovely to have crisp white bedsheets and beautiful white towels . The apartment was a delight . Perfect for 2 .

  • Ascensión from Spain (9/10)

    Que está muy cerca de la playa y el apartamento está muy bien tienes de todo lo que necesites.

  • Christian from France (9/10)

    Appartement très bien équipé,propre et bien situé près d’une belle plage

  • Yann from France (9/10)

    Le cadre est magnifique avec toutes les piscines. L'accès à la plage est super rapide. L'appartement est super bien équipé.

  • Kenza from France (9/10)

    Magnifique endroit à 3 minutes à pied de la plage de marbella. Super résidence et sécurisée

  • Juana from Spain (9/10)

    El apartamento estaba totalmente reformado y fenomenal

  • Susana from Argentina (8/10)

    El mar

  • Andrea from Germany (6/10)

    Gute Lage, nah am Strand

  • Isabel from Spain (7/10)

    La ubicación cerca de la playa

  • Juana from Spain (9/10)

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Pablo Raez: 10 km
  • La guardería: 10 km
  • Miraflores Resort: 7 km
  • Parque de Alameda: 13 km
  • Pequeños Piratas: 2.9 km
  • Parque El Capricho: 14 km
  • Parque El Esparragal: 16 km
  • Plaza de los Naranjos: 10 km
  • Parque Fluvial Río Fuengirola: 16 km
  • Monumento Natural Dunas de Artola: 2.2 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Divino: 150 m
  • Restaurant Elviria: 150 m
  • Restaurant Los Tony’s: 400 m

Top attractions:

  • Roman Villa of Rio Verde: 18 km

Beaches in the neighbourhood:

  • Nikki Beach: 650 m
  • Playa de Artola: 2.4 km
  • El Alicate Beach: 4.2 km
  • Playa Las Chapas: 700 m
  • Real de Zaragoza Beach: 150 m

Public transport:

  • Bus Marbella Bus Station: 12 km
  • Train Fuengirola Train Station: 18 km

Closest airports:

  • Malaga Airport: 44 km
  • Gibraltar International Airport: 87 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen:

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

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Bath or shower
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Outdoors:

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Private pool
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Transport:

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

Activities:

  • Beach
  • Golf course (within 3 km) Additional charge
  • Tennis court Additional charge Off-site

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area

Food & Drink:

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Miscellaneous:

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

Outdoor & View:

  • Garden view

Room Amenities:

  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Private entrance
  • Heating

Languages spoken:

  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Finnish
  • French
  • Italian
  • Dutch
  • Portuguese
  • Swedish

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Great for your stay:

  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Terrace
  • Kitchen
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Airport shuttle
  • Outdoor swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool Free!:

  • Seasonal
  • All ages welcome
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House Rules at OleHolidays 402 Romana Playa junto al mar

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:

9.0

Comfort:

9.1

Location:

9.3

Facilities:

8.7

Cleanliness:

8.6

Value for money:

8.6