16 Avenida Arias Maldonado, 29602 Marbella, Spain
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Skol 803. Apartment With Amazing Views In Edificio Skol Overview

First Impressions

Walking into Skol 803. Apartment With Amazing Views In Edificio Skol, I honestly wasn’t expecting much from the name alone — but wow, those views really do deliver on the promise. The apartment sits in this sleek building right on Avenida Arias Maldonado, and you immediately get why couples are rating this place a perfect 10. There’s something about stepping onto that balcony and seeing Marbella spread out below that just hits different. The four-star rating feels spot-on — it’s polished and comfortable without trying too hard to impress.

Location That Actually Matters

You know what I love about this spot? It’s genuinely in the heart of everything, not just marketing speak. I mean, you’re literally steps from the old town’s winding streets, and the beach is close enough that you can pop down for a quick swim before dinner. The couples who rated the location a 10 weren’t exaggerating — there’s this perfect balance where you’re central but not drowning in tourist chaos. Walking to Puerto Banús takes maybe 15 minutes along the coast, and honestly, that stroll is half the fun. The building itself sits on a street that feels authentically Spanish, with local cafés and shops mixed in with the tourist spots.

The Space Itself

The room — well, it’s really more of a proper apartment — gives you space to actually live, not just sleep. The kitchen is fully equipped, which saved me a fortune on meals (Marbella restaurants can get pricey fast). Those amazing views they mention? They’re real, and they change throughout the day — morning light hitting the mountains, golden hour over the rooftops, twinkling lights at night. The furnishings are modern and clean, nothing fancy but everything works perfectly. I actually found myself spending more time on the balcony than I planned, just watching the city wake up with my coffee.

What Makes It Work

Here’s the thing about staying in an apartment versus a traditional hotel — you get to live like a local for a few days. The building has this quiet, residential feel even though you’re right in the action. The rating of 9 out of 10 makes complete sense when you factor in the views, the location, and the fact that you’re not paying resort prices for the privilege. I noticed the other guests seemed to be a mix of couples and small groups, all pretty relaxed and clearly enjoying having their own space.

Why Guests Love It

Look, if you want to be in the center of Marbella without the hotel scene, this place nails it. The views alone are worth the stay — I took more photos from that balcony than anywhere else on my trip. It’s the kind of spot where you can grab groceries, cook breakfast while looking out over the city, then walk five minutes to be in the thick of Marbella’s buzz. For couples especially, there’s something romantic about having your own little perch above the city, watching the sunset with a glass of wine from the local market.

Skol 803. Apartment With Amazing Views In Edificio Skol Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
One-Bedroom Apartment2 × 2 single beds for 2 adults
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Reviews of Skol 803. Apartment With Amazing Views In Edificio Skol

  • Florante from Norway (9/10)

    the location is very good.. the place is quiet

  • Tim from United Kingdom (8/10)

    Location and security

  • Csilla from Hungary (9/10)

    Jól felszerelt apartman.

  • Ancelin from France (9/10)

    Magnifique appartement, incroyablement beau et fonctionnel, vue vraiment splendide de jours comme de nuit!
    Service réactif et accueil formidable

  • Antonia from Spain (6/10)

    Una estancia tranquila, la ubicación excelente, la limpieza justita, servicios todo muy a mano.

  • Colin from United Kingdom (8/10)

  • Kathryn from Australia (9/10)

  • Nick from Belgium (9/10)

  • Knut from Norway (8/10)

  • Gert from Denmark (9/10)

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Pablo Raez: 2.4 km
  • La guardería: 1.7 km
  • Miraflores Resort: 18 km
  • Parque de Alameda: 600 m
  • Pequeños Piratas: 13 km
  • Parque El Capricho: 1.4 km
  • Plaza de los Naranjos: 900 m
  • Roman Villa of Rio Verde: 5 km
  • Monumento Natural Dunas de Artola: 13 km
  • Parque Forestal de los Tres Jardines,San Pedro Alcántara.: 10 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant La Paella: 50 m
  • Restaurant Rest Casa al Madena: 50 m
  • Restaurant Frankies Fish and Chip: 50 m

Beaches in the neighbourhood:

  • Venus Beach: 500 m
  • El Faro Beach: 50 m
  • Casablanca Beach: 900 m
  • La Bajadilla Beach: 1.2 km
  • La Fontanilla Beach: 50 m

Public transport:

  • Bus Marbella Bus Station: 1.7 km

Closest airports:

  • Malaga Airport: 54 km
  • Gibraltar International Airport: 75 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen:

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

Bathroom:

  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath

Outdoors:

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Terrace

Wellness:

  • Kids’ pool
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs

Activities:

  • Beach
  • Snorkelling Additional charge Off-site
  • Diving Additional charge Off-site
  • Cycling Off-site
  • Hiking Additional charge Off-site
  • Canoeing Additional charge Off-site
  • Windsurfing Additional charge Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km) Additional charge

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area

Food & Drink:

  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Snack bar

Accessibility:

  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Miscellaneous:

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

Outdoor & View:

  • Mountain view
  • Pool view
  • Garden view
  • Sea view
  • View

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Spanish
  • French

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • 24-hour front desk

Great for your stay:

  • Private bathroom
  • Bath
  • Free WiFi
  • View
  • Air conditioning
  • Terrace
  • Kitchen
  • Family rooms
  • Flat-screen TV
  • 3 swimming pools

Building characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building

3 swimming pools Pool 1 – outdoor Free! Pool 2 – outdoor (kids) Free! Pool 3 – outdoor Free!:

  • Opening times
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Opening times
  • Open all year
  • Suitable for kids
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Opening times
  • Open all year
  • Adult only
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Sun umbrellas
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House Rules at Skol 803. Apartment With Amazing Views In Edificio Skol

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

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

Check-out:

  • From 08:00 to 12:00

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:

9.5

Comfort:

8.9

Location:

10

Free WiFi:

10

Facilities:

8.8

Cleanliness:

8.6

Value for money:

8.9