Avenida de Julio Iglesias, 29660 Marbella, Spain
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VACATION MARBELLA I Contemporary Central Apartment, Swimming-pool, 24-7 Security, a minute from the Marina, The Sea and Luxury Shopping Overview

First Impressions

Walking up to VACATION MARBELLA I Contemporary Central Apartment, Swimming-pool, 24-7 Security, a minute from the Marina, The Sea and Luxury Shopping, you immediately get that modern Marbella vibe — sleek lines, pristine white facade, and the kind of polished look that tells you this place takes itself seriously. The 24-hour security isn’t just for show either; there’s always someone at the front desk who actually knows what’s going on around town. What struck me most was how quiet it feels despite being right in the heart of everything — the building’s design really does buffer the street noise well. This four-star property manages to feel both contemporary and welcoming, which honestly isn’t always easy to pull off.

Location That Actually Delivers

You know what they say about location, but this place genuinely lives up to the hype. Avenida de Julio Iglesias puts you within a literal minute’s walk of Puerto Banús marina — I timed it, and it’s about 90 seconds to where the yachts start getting ridiculous. The beach access is just as quick, and you’re looking at maybe three minutes to hit the sand at Playa de Puerto Banús. Shopping-wise, you’ve got El Corte Inglés practically next door, plus all those boutiques along the marina that’ll make your credit card nervous. The couples who rave about this spot aren’t wrong — there’s something romantic about being able to stroll to dinner along the waterfront without dealing with parking or taxis.

The Apartment Setup

These aren’t your typical hotel rooms — you’re getting a proper apartment with space to actually live a bit. The kitchen comes fully equipped, which means you can grab fresh seafood from the market and cook it yourself if you want a break from restaurant prices. The contemporary design isn’t just marketing speak; everything feels current and well-maintained, from the sleek bathroom fixtures to the comfortable living areas. Air conditioning works like a dream (crucial in Marbella summers), and the Wi-Fi is solid throughout. Storage space is generous too — you can actually unpack your suitcase and settle in properly.

Pool and Amenities

The swimming pool area is where this place really shines during the day. It’s not massive, but it’s perfectly sized and rarely feels crowded — seems like most guests are out exploring or at the beach anyway. The pool deck gets good sun most of the day, and there are enough loungers that you don’t need to wake up early to claim one. The security system gives you real peace of mind; you can leave your stuff by the pool or head out for the day without that nagging worry. Honestly, after a day of walking around Puerto Banús, coming back for a quiet swim feels pretty perfect.

Why Guests Keep Coming Back

The combination of independence and prime location is what makes this work so well. You get the freedom of an apartment with the services of a hotel, right where you want to be in Marbella. Couples especially seem to love having their own space while being steps away from the marina’s restaurants and nightlife. The fact that recent guests consistently rate the location so highly tells you everything — when you’re paying Marbella prices, you want to be in the thick of things, and this delivers without the chaos of being directly on the main strip.

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VACATION MARBELLA I Contemporary Central Apartment, Swimming-pool, 24-7 Security, a minute from the Marina, The Sea and Luxury Shopping Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Three-Bedroom Apartment2 × 2 single beds, 2 × 1 extra-large double bed and 2 × 1 large double bed for 6 adults
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Reviews of VACATION MARBELLA I Contemporary Central Apartment, Swimming-pool, 24-7 Security, a minute from the Marina, The Sea and Luxury Shopping

  • Kerstin from Germany (9/10)

    Very nice flat, very close to the Port. The attention was very appreciable, fast communication, fast reply to our questions. I can only recommend Vacation Marbella for their professionalism

  • Alix from United Kingdom (8/10)

    The apartment is in an amazing central location – perfect for exploring the town and easy access to the Marina and shops. Easy walk to the beach and market on Saturday too. The kitchen was well equipped for cooking. It had a nice outdoor eating area on the balcony and good space to relax inside. The hosts are very communicative and responded immediately to any queries.

  • Lisa from Ireland (9/10)

    Situated within walking distance to the marina. Apartment was clean and comfortable with ample room for six guests with a lovely pool. Great communication with staff via what’s app and speedy return of deposit also. Will return.

  • Veseljko from Slovenia (9/10)

    We had a very nice stay in Marbella. The apartment was confortable, superb location close to the port and the host was very responsive and always willing to help! I would love staying here again.

  • Julia from Norway (9/10)

    The apartment is huge, fully equipped. We enjoyed our whole stay and the walk within the community. It seems that everything is maintained, looking forward to seeing what Puerto Banus will become in the next years!

  • Roisin from Ireland (1/10)

  • Nicola from Italy (8/10)

    La posizione

  • Mehdi from Morocco (9/10)

    Quasiment tout
    La gentillesse et la communication de l hôte Mariana
    Les équipements
    L emplacement

  • Karol from Poland (5/10)

    lokalizacja

  • Fabrice from France (9/10)

    J'ai beaucoup aimé l'emplacement de la résidence située en plein Puerto Banus. La Marina est vraiment à un pas de l'appartement. L'appartement était comme sur les photos avec une literie de qualité. Nous avons apprécié les réponses rapides du staff, le bureau n'est pas loin et ils sont disponibles.

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Pablo Raez: 8 km
  • La guardería: 8 km
  • Parque de Alameda: 6 km
  • Parque El Capricho: 5 km
  • Parque Torre Leonera: 13 km
  • Plaza de los Naranjos: 7 km
  • Roman Villa of Rio Verde: 1.3 km
  • Parque Ntra Sra del Rosario: 13 km
  • Parque Forestal de los Tres Jardines,San Pedro Alcántara.: 4.9 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Meksian: 30 m
  • Restaurant McDonald’s: 30 m
  • Restaurant El Txoco de Luis Salin: 30 m

Beaches in the neighbourhood:

  • San Pedro Beach: 2.4 km
  • Río Verde Beach: 850 m
  • Puerto Banús Beach: 300 m
  • Cortijo Blanco Beach: 1.6 km
  • Nueva Andalucía Beach: 400 m

Public transport:

  • Bus Marbella Bus Station: 7 km

Closest airports:

  • Malaga Airport: 61 km
  • Gibraltar International Airport: 69 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen:

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

Bathroom:

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

Outdoors:

  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Wellness:

  • Massage Additional charge

Transport:

  • Airport shuttle Additional charge

Activities:

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

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Sofa

Food & Drink:

  • Grocery deliveries Additional charge
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Accessibility:

  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Miscellaneous:

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

Outdoor & View:

  • Pool view
  • Garden view
  • View

Room Amenities:

  • Tile/marble floor
  • Heating
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Portuguese

Cleaning services:

  • Daily housekeeping Additional charge

Media & Technology:

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
  • Pay-per-view channels

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided
  • 24-hour front desk

Great for your stay:

  • Parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Pets allowed
  • Free WiFi
  • View
  • Air conditioning
  • Terrace
  • Kitchen
  • Family rooms
  • Flat-screen TV

Building characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building

Outdoor swimming pool Free!:

  • Seasonal
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House Rules at VACATION MARBELLA I Contemporary Central Apartment, Swimming-pool, 24-7 Security, a minute from the Marina, The Sea and Luxury Shopping

Pets:

  • Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 16:00 to 20:00
  • Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out:

  • From 06:30 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:

9.0

Comfort:

7.8

Location:

9.5

Free WiFi:

10

Facilities:

7.7

Cleanliness:

7.9

Value for money:

7.2