Obal Hotel (formerly Hotel San Cristobal)
$227
/ night
Avg. for September
Prices for Obal Hotel (formerly Hotel San Cristobal)
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$227
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Obal Hotel (formerly Hotel San Cristobal) average $130 in February, the cheapest month, and $310 in August, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $139 |
| February | $130 |
| March | $141 |
| April | $177 |
| May | $226 |
| June | $238 |
| July | $291 |
| August | $310 |
| September | $227 |
| October | $183 |
| November | $131 |
| December | $134 |
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Most expensive: August (~$310)
Cheapest: February (~$130)
About this property
#Covid safety: Spain - Safe Tourism Certified
Airport shuttle
Restaurant
Business Center
High-speed Internet
Concierge
Tour Desk
Location
Avda. Ramon Y Cajal 3, Marbella, Costa del Sol Occidental, Andalusia, Spain
Guest reviews of Obal Hotel (formerly Hotel San Cristobal)
7.6
Good
Based on 5 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
7%
Couple
46%
Family
16%
Group
21%
Solo
8%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Across many reviews, Hotel San Cristobal is praised for its unbeatable central location between Marbella’s Old Town and the beach, modern renovated interiors, and consistently friendly, attentive staff delivering welcoming, efficient service.
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Across many reviews, Hotel San Cristobal is praised for its unbeatable central location between Marbella’s Old Town and the beach, modern renovated interiors, and consistently friendly, attentive staff delivering welcoming, efficient service.
Rooms are generally comfortable and well equipped, though several mention limited storage, occasional small sizes, and beds that can feel firm. The rooftop terrace is a highlight, but the pool is small and shallow with few loungers, and it sometimes closes early or is under refurbishment. Breakfast earns frequent praise, while other dining gets mixed feedback for repetitive menus, average dishes, and pricey drinks; parking can be tricky in nearby public garages. It suits travelers seeking a stylish, well-run base with a lively rooftop atmosphere.
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Facilities
The rooftop terrace and bar offer pleasant views, but the pool is very small and shallow with limited sunbeds; at times facilities have been closed for refurbishment. Parking is in nearby public garages and can be inconvenient or unclear.
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10
Nyasha
Jul 9, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Great property. Staff are very considerate. It’s so close to the beach and many eating out areas. I was just disappointed with the size of the pool. It’s so narrow only one person can swim in that pool anytime. The staff were so understanding Expedia has made a mistake on my booking which would have cost me but they corrected it by giving me a discount and not charging me the full price.
Great property. Staff are very considerate. It’s so close to the beach and many eating out areas. I was just disappointed with the size of the pool. It’s so narrow only one person can swim in that pool anytime. The staff were so understanding Expedia has made a mistake on my booking which would have cost me but they corrected it by giving me a discount and not charging me the full price.
10
Markus
Jul 9, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Neu renoviertes Hotel ideal gelegen zwischen Altstadt und Strandquartier. Viele Geschäfte und Restaurants in der Umgebung. Mein Zimmer mit Balkon und Blick über die Altstadt. Auf dem Dach gibt es einen Pool mit gemütlicher Poolbar und Restaurant mit tollen Ausblick und gutem Essen. Man kann nicht beim Hotel parken. Das Parkhaus Indigo Avenida del Mar ist in 3 Minuten zu Fuss erreichbar.
Neu renoviertes Hotel ideal gelegen zwischen Altstadt und Strandquartier. Viele Geschäfte und Restaurants in der Umgebung. Mein Zimmer mit Balkon und Blick über die Altstadt. Auf dem Dach gibt es einen Pool mit gemütlicher Poolbar und Restaurant mit tollen Ausblick und gutem Essen. Man kann nicht beim Hotel parken. Das Parkhaus Indigo Avenida del Mar ist in 3 Minuten zu Fuss erreichbar.
8
Stéphane
Jul 15, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Personnel agréable, malheureusement certaines choses manquent pour un 4 étoiles telles que la propreté des espaces communs (murs défraîchis, quelques détritus dans les couloirs) et une piscine tres petite et peu profonde (70 cm de profondeur)
Personnel agréable, malheureusement certaines choses manquent pour un 4 étoiles telles que la propreté des espaces communs (murs défraîchis, quelques détritus dans les couloirs) et une piscine tres petite et peu profonde (70 cm de profondeur)
8
Ole
Sep 22, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Dejligt og flot hotel. Venlig og hjælpsom personale. Rigtig god beliggenhed nær alt vigtigt. Det lå fx lige ved siden af den hyggelige gamle bydel. Vi boede på 7. etage, og hørte ingen larm fra byen overhovedet. God morgenmads buffet. Dejligt værelse med en lidt hård og god seng. Poolområdet er ikke så stort, og det ville være mit eneste ønske, at der kunne blive plads til bare lidt flere liggestole, da der kan opleves kø til solsengen, Hele hotellet er rent og pænt. Vi kommer gerne igen.
Dejligt og flot hotel. Venlig og hjælpsom personale. Rigtig god beliggenhed nær alt vigtigt. Det lå fx lige ved siden af den hyggelige gamle bydel. Vi boede på 7. etage, og hørte ingen larm fra byen overhovedet. God morgenmads buffet. Dejligt værelse med en lidt hård og god seng. Poolområdet er ikke så stort, og det ville være mit eneste ønske, at der kunne blive plads til bare lidt flere liggestole, da der kan opleves kø til solsengen, Hele hotellet er rent og pænt. Vi kommer gerne igen.
10
Rikard
Feb 27, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Veldig rent og fint hotell, sentralt plassert i Marbella med kort vei til strand og handlegater. God frokostbuffet med frisk frukt, typisk britiske frokostmat (egg, bacon, sausage, bønner), gode skinker og oster, samt søt bakst. Serviceinnstilt personale. På bildet kan det se ut som bassenget på takterrassen er større enn det er, det egner seg mest til pynt eller en kort dukk nede i vannet. Takterrassen er ellers veldig koselig, med tilgang på kaffe, mocktails og alkoholholdig drikke.
Veldig rent og fint hotell, sentralt plassert i Marbella med kort vei til strand og handlegater. God frokostbuffet med frisk frukt, typisk britiske frokostmat (egg, bacon, sausage, bønner), gode skinker og oster, samt søt bakst. Serviceinnstilt personale. På bildet kan det se ut som bassenget på takterrassen er større enn det er, det egner seg mest til pynt eller en kort dukk nede i vannet. Takterrassen er ellers veldig koselig, med tilgang på kaffe, mocktails og alkoholholdig drikke.
8
Stephen
Feb 16, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice breakfast. Pool and bar was closed for refurbishment when there
Nice breakfast. Pool and bar was closed for refurbishment when there
10
Kenneth
Jul 7, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Very nice hotel in a fantastic location. Friendly staff. Fabulous size of room although not much storage space and badly designed access to wardrobe. Good shower and large towels. Good air con system. Rooftop pool is not for swimming. Very small but satisfactory. Pool bar food not great.
Very nice hotel in a fantastic location. Friendly staff. Fabulous size of room although not much storage space and badly designed access to wardrobe. Good shower and large towels. Good air con system. Rooftop pool is not for swimming. Very small but satisfactory. Pool bar food not great.
8
Sally
Dec 4, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
A very nice stay however a couple of disappointments. On the facilities it says parking available. This is not the case, there is public parking nearby. I was expecting valet parking with a concessional rate. Needs to be clearer prior to arrival. Also only one bath towel in bathroom. Had to ask multiple times for second towel. Otherwise a nice stay. Very central
A very nice stay however a couple of disappointments. On the facilities it says parking available. This is not the case, there is public parking nearby. I was expecting valet parking with a concessional rate. Needs to be clearer prior to arrival. Also only one bath towel in bathroom. Had to ask multiple times for second towel. Otherwise a nice stay. Very central
10
Jorge
Jun 21, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great hotel near everything. 5min walk to the beach and 2min walk to the old town. Plenty of shopping and restaurants near by. The family room is very spacious and rooms were remodeled. Everything super clean and modern. Parking is a little annoying, but they do have have many parking garages near by. Just try not to use the one directly behind the hotel, super tight spaces. If u have a bigger car, dont even think about using it. Hotel also has a roof top bar and pool, really nice to relax and breakfast was fantastic. Overall great hotel and great stay close to everything u need.
Great hotel near everything. 5min walk to the beach and 2min walk to the old town. Plenty of shopping and restaurants near by. The family room is very spacious and rooms were remodeled. Everything super clean and modern. Parking is a little annoying, but they do have have many parking garages near by. Just try not to use the one directly behind the hotel, super tight spaces. If u have a bigger car, dont even think about using it. Hotel also has a roof top bar and pool, really nice to relax and breakfast was fantastic. Overall great hotel and great stay close to everything u need.
10
Sharon
Oct 11, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Brilliant hotel in a great location. The room was large and had everything we needed including air conditioning. The staff were friendly and super helpful. The Sky Bar was fab and did lovely cocktails. There was a small gym with modern equipment. It’s ideally located for the beach (about a five minute walk) and right next to the old town and plenty of restaurants and bars. I would highly recommend and would like to go back there in the future.
Brilliant hotel in a great location. The room was large and had everything we needed including air conditioning. The staff were friendly and super helpful. The Sky Bar was fab and did lovely cocktails. There was a small gym with modern equipment. It’s ideally located for the beach (about a five minute walk) and right next to the old town and plenty of restaurants and bars. I would highly recommend and would like to go back there in the future.
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Cleanliness
Guests frequently describe the property as spotless and newly renovated, with strong housekeeping standards. A few report issues such as odors in common areas, scuffed walls, or missed details like hair in the shower or a dirty balcony.
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10
Peter
Mar 29, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Beautiful, clean, new hotel centrally located between Marbella’s historic centre and wonderful beachfront. Every staff person we dealt with was friendly, courteous and helpful.
Beautiful, clean, new hotel centrally located between Marbella’s historic centre and wonderful beachfront. Every staff person we dealt with was friendly, courteous and helpful.
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Georgina
Jul 31, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The staff were lovely and accommodating but the hotel had a terrible smell like sewage especially in the main foyer, common areas, the bathroom had hair over the shower wall before we even got to use the bathroom The room was a bit small, but it had great air conditioning & was in an excellent position nearly across the road from the beach which was a terrible beach, and next to the old town
The staff were lovely and accommodating but the hotel had a terrible smell like sewage especially in the main foyer, common areas, the bathroom had hair over the shower wall before we even got to use the bathroom The room was a bit small, but it had great air conditioning & was in an excellent position nearly across the road from the beach which was a terrible beach, and next to the old town
10
Rikard
Feb 27, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Veldig rent og fint hotell, sentralt plassert i Marbella med kort vei til strand og handlegater. God frokostbuffet med frisk frukt, typisk britiske frokostmat (egg, bacon, sausage, bønner), gode skinker og oster, samt søt bakst. Serviceinnstilt personale. På bildet kan det se ut som bassenget på takterrassen er større enn det er, det egner seg mest til pynt eller en kort dukk nede i vannet. Takterrassen er ellers veldig koselig, med tilgang på kaffe, mocktails og alkoholholdig drikke.
Veldig rent og fint hotell, sentralt plassert i Marbella med kort vei til strand og handlegater. God frokostbuffet med frisk frukt, typisk britiske frokostmat (egg, bacon, sausage, bønner), gode skinker og oster, samt søt bakst. Serviceinnstilt personale. På bildet kan det se ut som bassenget på takterrassen er større enn det er, det egner seg mest til pynt eller en kort dukk nede i vannet. Takterrassen er ellers veldig koselig, med tilgang på kaffe, mocktails og alkoholholdig drikke.
8
Dave
Oct 15, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Very nice hotel but didnt change the vedding or towels on my two day stay. Roof top bar id great
Very nice hotel but didnt change the vedding or towels on my two day stay. Roof top bar id great
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Marita Banken
May 10, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Veldig hyggelig og behjelpelig i resepsjonen. Fine rom. Trodde det var 30kvm, men det var sikkert inkl balkong. Balkongen var nok like stor som soverommet. Skitten balkong. Ellers var det fint og rent. Bad med dobbel vask. Stort klesskap. Bassenget var fint. Frokosten var ikke så mye å skryte av. Lite brød og pålegg utvalg. Ingen grønnsaker. Noe frukt.
Veldig hyggelig og behjelpelig i resepsjonen. Fine rom. Trodde det var 30kvm, men det var sikkert inkl balkong. Balkongen var nok like stor som soverommet. Skitten balkong. Ellers var det fint og rent. Bad med dobbel vask. Stort klesskap. Bassenget var fint. Frokosten var ikke så mye å skryte av. Lite brød og pålegg utvalg. Ingen grønnsaker. Noe frukt.
10
Minhui
Dec 24, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Cleanliness was impeccable Breakfast Buffet has been fantastic Good prices
Cleanliness was impeccable Breakfast Buffet has been fantastic Good prices
10
Marianne
May 15, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Virkeligt et flot stort værelse, hvor standarten er i top. Meget søde og hjælpsomme i receptionen. Rengøringen er virkelig i top. Ligger meget centralt.
Virkeligt et flot stort værelse, hvor standarten er i top. Meget søde og hjælpsomme i receptionen. Rengøringen er virkelig i top. Ligger meget centralt.
10
darby
Feb 24, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Beautiful, clean hotel in great area
Beautiful, clean hotel in great area
10
Richard
Apr 15, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Excellent city centre hotel, being only minutes walk from both the Old Town and beach promenade. Modern, spotlessly clean and efficient. The breakfast was good but there are also dozens of cafes within 5 minutes walk offering everything whatever your taste. The rooftop terrace offers a great sunbathing location and spacious bar.
Excellent city centre hotel, being only minutes walk from both the Old Town and beach promenade. Modern, spotlessly clean and efficient. The breakfast was good but there are also dozens of cafes within 5 minutes walk offering everything whatever your taste. The rooftop terrace offers a great sunbathing location and spacious bar.
10
Peter
Sep 30, 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
The property was spotless, rooms immaculate, staff friendly - it had a restaurant, pool, gym - a short walk from the beac h and also right in the heart of the old town Marbella and the new Marbella. Absolutely lovely place to stay.
The property was spotless, rooms immaculate, staff friendly - it had a restaurant, pool, gym - a short walk from the beac h and also right in the heart of the old town Marbella and the new Marbella. Absolutely lovely place to stay.
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Rooms
Rooms are modern and often spacious with comfortable beds, effective air conditioning, and good soundproofing; some include balconies or street views. Downsides noted are limited storage or hooks, occasional small layouts, and beds that feel firm.
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Monika
Apr 21, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Tolles sauberes Hotel, sehr netter Empfang, schöne moderne und großzügige Zimmer. Die Lage ist optimal, 3 Minuten Fußweg zum Meer oder zur Altstadt.
Tolles sauberes Hotel, sehr netter Empfang, schöne moderne und großzügige Zimmer. Die Lage ist optimal, 3 Minuten Fußweg zum Meer oder zur Altstadt.
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Michaela
Jan 17, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location in the centre of old town marbella and only a 5 min walk to the beach. The room has great views and was clean. The only room for improvement would be the bed. It slipped away from the wall during the night meaning our pillows kept slipping down.
Great location in the centre of old town marbella and only a 5 min walk to the beach. The room has great views and was clean. The only room for improvement would be the bed. It slipped away from the wall during the night meaning our pillows kept slipping down.
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Steinar
Apr 11, 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
Perfekt beliggenhet, topp service og komfortable rom. Rikholdig frokostbuffet. Ingen støy selv om vi hadde vindu ut mot hovedgate.
Perfekt beliggenhet, topp service og komfortable rom. Rikholdig frokostbuffet. Ingen støy selv om vi hadde vindu ut mot hovedgate.
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Gabriele
Jul 1, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Das Hotel hat die perfekte Lage zwischen Strand und Altstadt. Das Zimmer war sehr groß allerdings hat es wenig Ablageflächen und keinerlei Haken zum Aufhängen von Garderobe etc. mit Ausnahme des Kleiderschranks. Die Möbel sind sehr einfach für ein Hotel dieser Preisklasse. Nur weiße Wände ohne irgendwas. Das Essen auf der Rooftopbar war sehr gut (Cesar‘s Salat!). Das Personal sehr freundlich und zuvorkommend - wir würden das Hotel sicher wieder buchen. Eine 3-stündige Verlängerung ab Abreisetag wurde uns für kleines Geld gewährt - klasse!
Das Hotel hat die perfekte Lage zwischen Strand und Altstadt. Das Zimmer war sehr groß allerdings hat es wenig Ablageflächen und keinerlei Haken zum Aufhängen von Garderobe etc. mit Ausnahme des Kleiderschranks. Die Möbel sind sehr einfach für ein Hotel dieser Preisklasse. Nur weiße Wände ohne irgendwas. Das Essen auf der Rooftopbar war sehr gut (Cesar‘s Salat!). Das Personal sehr freundlich und zuvorkommend - wir würden das Hotel sicher wieder buchen. Eine 3-stündige Verlängerung ab Abreisetag wurde uns für kleines Geld gewährt - klasse!
10
Michael
May 31, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Super friendly, helpful staff. Perfect room; quiet, good storage, comfortable bed, plenty of hot water, refrigerator, lots of TV channels. The hotel is in the heart of the old town with a short walk to the beach. A perfect 10.
Super friendly, helpful staff. Perfect room; quiet, good storage, comfortable bed, plenty of hot water, refrigerator, lots of TV channels. The hotel is in the heart of the old town with a short walk to the beach. A perfect 10.
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Joni
Jan 28, 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
The staff were exceptional! The rooms were a bit small but we had a wonderfully large terrace.
The staff were exceptional! The rooms were a bit small but we had a wonderfully large terrace.
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Timothy Alan
May 1, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Great property would recommend for anyone wanting a central place and sound proof so no worries about not getting to sleep.
Great property would recommend for anyone wanting a central place and sound proof so no worries about not getting to sleep.
10
Kenneth
Jul 7, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Very nice hotel in a fantastic location. Friendly staff. Fabulous size of room although not much storage space and badly designed access to wardrobe. Good shower and large towels. Good air con system. Rooftop pool is not for swimming. Very small but satisfactory. Pool bar food not great.
Very nice hotel in a fantastic location. Friendly staff. Fabulous size of room although not much storage space and badly designed access to wardrobe. Good shower and large towels. Good air con system. Rooftop pool is not for swimming. Very small but satisfactory. Pool bar food not great.
10
Aaron
May 28, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Beautiful hotel, with an amazing rooftop pool. The rooms are amazing and we had a level 5 room overlooking the Main Street with wide opening windows. Couldn’t ask for a better location to beach, old town and restaurants.
Beautiful hotel, with an amazing rooftop pool. The rooms are amazing and we had a level 5 room overlooking the Main Street with wide opening windows. Couldn’t ask for a better location to beach, old town and restaurants.
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Kenneth
Apr 22, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very good, beds a bit hard
Very good, beds a bit hard
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Service
Service is widely praised as friendly, professional and accommodating, with helpful front-desk support and smooth check-in; several guests commend staff by name. Isolated issues include limited English at the rooftop bar and needing to re-request items.
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Diann
Oct 21, 2024
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Stayed 8 nights
This hotel was outstanding in every way. Starting with the location, it is across the street from a beautiful small park with fountains and gorgeous ceramic benches. Beyond that is the Mediterranean. Just behind the hotel starts the Old Town. It has to be the best location in Marbella. Further the hotel lobby was lovely, Zen like and the staff went out of their way to be helpful. The room is just as lovely with every amenity and more that you would expect from a 4 star hotel.
This hotel was outstanding in every way. Starting with the location, it is across the street from a beautiful small park with fountains and gorgeous ceramic benches. Beyond that is the Mediterranean. Just behind the hotel starts the Old Town. It has to be the best location in Marbella. Further the hotel lobby was lovely, Zen like and the staff went out of their way to be helpful. The room is just as lovely with every amenity and more that you would expect from a 4 star hotel.
10
Christian
Sep 17, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Great experience! The staff was extremely helpful and friendly, and the Manager Gabriel really know what good service is. We will come back!
Great experience! The staff was extremely helpful and friendly, and the Manager Gabriel really know what good service is. We will come back!
10
David
May 14, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Central location, new and modern interior. Reception staff very helpful and allowed us to use a courtesy room prior to our late departure for no additional charge.
Central location, new and modern interior. Reception staff very helpful and allowed us to use a courtesy room prior to our late departure for no additional charge.
10
Matthew
Jan 26, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Smart modern efficient hotel with great service
Smart modern efficient hotel with great service
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Kathleen
Jan 28, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Great hotel in prime location with wonderful employees. Gabrielle at the front desk was especially great!
Great hotel in prime location with wonderful employees. Gabrielle at the front desk was especially great!
10
Robert
Dec 30, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Excellent hotel very friendly and efficient staff i will definitely rebook this hotel again
Excellent hotel very friendly and efficient staff i will definitely rebook this hotel again
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Sally
Dec 4, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
A very nice stay however a couple of disappointments. On the facilities it says parking available. This is not the case, there is public parking nearby. I was expecting valet parking with a concessional rate. Needs to be clearer prior to arrival. Also only one bath towel in bathroom. Had to ask multiple times for second towel. Otherwise a nice stay. Very central
A very nice stay however a couple of disappointments. On the facilities it says parking available. This is not the case, there is public parking nearby. I was expecting valet parking with a concessional rate. Needs to be clearer prior to arrival. Also only one bath towel in bathroom. Had to ask multiple times for second towel. Otherwise a nice stay. Very central
10
Anita
Jul 6, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Check in was quick and easy. Two ladies at the front desk were super nice and very helpful. Every morning staff greeted us with smile and a friendly conversation. Hotel is in the heart of old town, few minutes from so many restaurants and cute little shops.
Check in was quick and easy. Two ladies at the front desk were super nice and very helpful. Every morning staff greeted us with smile and a friendly conversation. Hotel is in the heart of old town, few minutes from so many restaurants and cute little shops.
10
Richard Eugene Evert
Sep 24, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Super Nice and helpful staff ( Paula 💐 and a nice young men) there was a issue and they helped me more then great. Love the hotel and the rooftop pool. But the personal there didn’t spoke well english. But they managed. Hotel is across taxi and bus stand, a nice park and 5 min walk from the beach. We recommend this hotel for sure!! When we come back definitely again here
Super Nice and helpful staff ( Paula 💐 and a nice young men) there was a issue and they helped me more then great. Love the hotel and the rooftop pool. But the personal there didn’t spoke well english. But they managed. Hotel is across taxi and bus stand, a nice park and 5 min walk from the beach. We recommend this hotel for sure!! When we come back definitely again here
10
Karen Jane
Aug 20, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Staff were amazing, so clean and close to everything you would want to see in Marbella. Beach towels provided and on our last day had use of a shower room as our flight was at 11.50pm so meant we could spend our last day at the beach. Breakfast was superb and plenty of choices. Highly recommend
Staff were amazing, so clean and close to everything you would want to see in Marbella. Beach towels provided and on our last day had use of a shower room as our flight was at 11.50pm so meant we could spend our last day at the beach. Breakfast was superb and plenty of choices. Highly recommend
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Location
Outstanding central location between the Old Town and the beach, close to shops, restaurants and transport; most found it quiet inside, though a few reported street noise.
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Phuong
Nov 5, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Excellent hotel in the heart of Marbella. Walking distance to the beach, shops and restaurants. Buses also outside the hotel. Small rooftop pool and bathing area. Staff very friendly and helpful. Rooms were spacious and very clean. While hotel was also spotless. Would definitely recommend if you are looking for a central location.
Excellent hotel in the heart of Marbella. Walking distance to the beach, shops and restaurants. Buses also outside the hotel. Small rooftop pool and bathing area. Staff very friendly and helpful. Rooms were spacious and very clean. While hotel was also spotless. Would definitely recommend if you are looking for a central location.
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Manuel
Oct 9, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice updated hotel in excellent location. Sara was great and very helpful.
Nice updated hotel in excellent location. Sara was great and very helpful.
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Michael
May 31, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Super friendly, helpful staff. Perfect room; quiet, good storage, comfortable bed, plenty of hot water, refrigerator, lots of TV channels. The hotel is in the heart of the old town with a short walk to the beach. A perfect 10.
Super friendly, helpful staff. Perfect room; quiet, good storage, comfortable bed, plenty of hot water, refrigerator, lots of TV channels. The hotel is in the heart of the old town with a short walk to the beach. A perfect 10.
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Ole
Sep 22, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Dejligt og flot hotel. Venlig og hjælpsom personale. Rigtig god beliggenhed nær alt vigtigt. Det lå fx lige ved siden af den hyggelige gamle bydel. Vi boede på 7. etage, og hørte ingen larm fra byen overhovedet. God morgenmads buffet. Dejligt værelse med en lidt hård og god seng. Poolområdet er ikke så stort, og det ville være mit eneste ønske, at der kunne blive plads til bare lidt flere liggestole, da der kan opleves kø til solsengen, Hele hotellet er rent og pænt. Vi kommer gerne igen.
Dejligt og flot hotel. Venlig og hjælpsom personale. Rigtig god beliggenhed nær alt vigtigt. Det lå fx lige ved siden af den hyggelige gamle bydel. Vi boede på 7. etage, og hørte ingen larm fra byen overhovedet. God morgenmads buffet. Dejligt værelse med en lidt hård og god seng. Poolområdet er ikke så stort, og det ville være mit eneste ønske, at der kunne blive plads til bare lidt flere liggestole, da der kan opleves kø til solsengen, Hele hotellet er rent og pænt. Vi kommer gerne igen.
10
James
Sep 6, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent location. Adjacent to old town. Very close to beach. Helpful staff.
Excellent location. Adjacent to old town. Very close to beach. Helpful staff.
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Gregory
Feb 21, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Great centrally located hotel between the sea front and the old town. Ideal for exploring for a few days on foot. We did some 25,000 steps per day, enjoyed the culture, food and drinks.
Great centrally located hotel between the sea front and the old town. Ideal for exploring for a few days on foot. We did some 25,000 steps per day, enjoyed the culture, food and drinks.
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Julie
Jun 24, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The location of this hotel is brilliant! You are right in the centre of things but it’s an oasis of calm from the moment you walk through the doors up to the roof top bar! Can’t fault it!
The location of this hotel is brilliant! You are right in the centre of things but it’s an oasis of calm from the moment you walk through the doors up to the roof top bar! Can’t fault it!
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Tania
Sep 29, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Beautiful hotel, with a perfect location! Walking distance to everything, and the staff was excellent. Highly recommend staying here.
Beautiful hotel, with a perfect location! Walking distance to everything, and the staff was excellent. Highly recommend staying here.
10
Hendrik
Sep 16, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
The location is fabulous
The location is fabulous
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Sharon
Oct 11, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Brilliant hotel in a great location. The room was large and had everything we needed including air conditioning. The staff were friendly and super helpful. The Sky Bar was fab and did lovely cocktails. There was a small gym with modern equipment. It’s ideally located for the beach (about a five minute walk) and right next to the old town and plenty of restaurants and bars. I would highly recommend and would like to go back there in the future.
Brilliant hotel in a great location. The room was large and had everything we needed including air conditioning. The staff were friendly and super helpful. The Sky Bar was fab and did lovely cocktails. There was a small gym with modern equipment. It’s ideally located for the beach (about a five minute walk) and right next to the old town and plenty of restaurants and bars. I would highly recommend and would like to go back there in the future.
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Dining
Breakfast is often rated very good to excellent with plenty of choice. Other meals receive mixed feedback, including limited or repetitive menus, occasional dish issues, and pricey rooftop drinks, though some guests enjoyed the restaurant and cocktails.
Related guest reviews
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Elizabeth
Oct 13, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Fantastic location - stone throw to shopping and restaurants and beach , clean, stylish , lovely roof top bar with pool and sunbeds. Only downside for us was breakfast only until 10am which with time difference seemed early on holiday and they are strict with late comers!
Fantastic location - stone throw to shopping and restaurants and beach , clean, stylish , lovely roof top bar with pool and sunbeds. Only downside for us was breakfast only until 10am which with time difference seemed early on holiday and they are strict with late comers!
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mauro
Apr 27, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
O hotel tem vaga em estacionamento a duas quadras. Tem vaga na frente do hotel para descarregar o carro por até 15 minutos ( tempo suficiente para fazer o check in, receber o cartão para acesso à garagem e deixar as malas no quarto, antes de levar o carro para a garagem). A garagem é espaçosa, o que é muito difícil na Europa. O hotel é novo. O quarto tem instalações modernas e o nosso tinha vista para a rua lateral e ruas do fundo (ficamos no 7o andar), onde fica o centro antigo de Marbella. Fica perto da orla que tem um calçadão para passear. O centro antigo com suas atrações e muitos restaurantes para todos os bolsos (nessa região os restaurantes podem ser mais caros). O passeio pelas ruas para quem não é de cidades com séculos de existência é uma experiência incrível, onde ruas parecem mais um corredor. Impossível passar carro. É muito agradável caminhar. O hotel tem um excelente restaurante com preços até melhores que de restaurantes na vizinhança e com total conforto. Jantamos por duas vezes e sempre nos ofereceram algo como entrada. No local também é servido o café da manhã muito bom. O pessoal do hotel é muito atencioso.
O hotel tem vaga em estacionamento a duas quadras. Tem vaga na frente do hotel para descarregar o carro por até 15 minutos ( tempo suficiente para fazer o check in, receber o cartão para acesso à garagem e deixar as malas no quarto, antes de levar o carro para a garagem). A garagem é espaçosa, o que é muito difícil na Europa. O hotel é novo. O quarto tem instalações modernas e o nosso tinha vista para a rua lateral e ruas do fundo (ficamos no 7o andar), onde fica o centro antigo de Marbella. Fica perto da orla que tem um calçadão para passear. O centro antigo com suas atrações e muitos restaurantes para todos os bolsos (nessa região os restaurantes podem ser mais caros). O passeio pelas ruas para quem não é de cidades com séculos de existência é uma experiência incrível, onde ruas parecem mais um corredor. Impossível passar carro. É muito agradável caminhar. O hotel tem um excelente restaurante com preços até melhores que de restaurantes na vizinhança e com total conforto. Jantamos por duas vezes e sempre nos ofereceram algo como entrada. No local também é servido o café da manhã muito bom. O pessoal do hotel é muito atencioso.
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Nina
Mar 28, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
A lovely new hotel just outside the old town, with easy access to the beach too. Surrounded by bars and restaurants, but with taxis everywhere if you want to venture further afield. The hotel is excellent, with super-comfy beds, no noise from the road, friendly efficient staff and a great breakfast too. Oooh and a very nice roof bar. Would definitely choose to stay here again.
A lovely new hotel just outside the old town, with easy access to the beach too. Surrounded by bars and restaurants, but with taxis everywhere if you want to venture further afield. The hotel is excellent, with super-comfy beds, no noise from the road, friendly efficient staff and a great breakfast too. Oooh and a very nice roof bar. Would definitely choose to stay here again.
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Shannon
May 24, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Wonderful hotel in a great location next to the Old Town. The hotel has been recently renovated and feels brand new. Very modern and clean. The hotel also has a very nice rooftop bar. Overall a great value for the money.
Wonderful hotel in a great location next to the Old Town. The hotel has been recently renovated and feels brand new. Very modern and clean. The hotel also has a very nice rooftop bar. Overall a great value for the money.
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Ole
Sep 22, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Dejligt og flot hotel. Venlig og hjælpsom personale. Rigtig god beliggenhed nær alt vigtigt. Det lå fx lige ved siden af den hyggelige gamle bydel. Vi boede på 7. etage, og hørte ingen larm fra byen overhovedet. God morgenmads buffet. Dejligt værelse med en lidt hård og god seng. Poolområdet er ikke så stort, og det ville være mit eneste ønske, at der kunne blive plads til bare lidt flere liggestole, da der kan opleves kø til solsengen, Hele hotellet er rent og pænt. Vi kommer gerne igen.
Dejligt og flot hotel. Venlig og hjælpsom personale. Rigtig god beliggenhed nær alt vigtigt. Det lå fx lige ved siden af den hyggelige gamle bydel. Vi boede på 7. etage, og hørte ingen larm fra byen overhovedet. God morgenmads buffet. Dejligt værelse med en lidt hård og god seng. Poolområdet er ikke så stort, og det ville være mit eneste ønske, at der kunne blive plads til bare lidt flere liggestole, da der kan opleves kø til solsengen, Hele hotellet er rent og pænt. Vi kommer gerne igen.
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Minhui
Dec 24, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Cleanliness was impeccable Breakfast Buffet has been fantastic Good prices
Cleanliness was impeccable Breakfast Buffet has been fantastic Good prices
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Kenneth
Jul 7, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Very nice hotel in a fantastic location. Friendly staff. Fabulous size of room although not much storage space and badly designed access to wardrobe. Good shower and large towels. Good air con system. Rooftop pool is not for swimming. Very small but satisfactory. Pool bar food not great.
Very nice hotel in a fantastic location. Friendly staff. Fabulous size of room although not much storage space and badly designed access to wardrobe. Good shower and large towels. Good air con system. Rooftop pool is not for swimming. Very small but satisfactory. Pool bar food not great.
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Brian
Apr 27, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Non mi è piaciuta la mezza pensione, che non abbiamo mai usato per la scarsità di scelta nel menù e per essere sempre stato uguale
Non mi è piaciuta la mezza pensione, che non abbiamo mai usato per la scarsità di scelta nel menù e per essere sempre stato uguale
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Sharon
Oct 11, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Brilliant hotel in a great location. The room was large and had everything we needed including air conditioning. The staff were friendly and super helpful. The Sky Bar was fab and did lovely cocktails. There was a small gym with modern equipment. It’s ideally located for the beach (about a five minute walk) and right next to the old town and plenty of restaurants and bars. I would highly recommend and would like to go back there in the future.
Brilliant hotel in a great location. The room was large and had everything we needed including air conditioning. The staff were friendly and super helpful. The Sky Bar was fab and did lovely cocktails. There was a small gym with modern equipment. It’s ideally located for the beach (about a five minute walk) and right next to the old town and plenty of restaurants and bars. I would highly recommend and would like to go back there in the future.
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Martin Thomas van der
Nov 8, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Everything was very good. The location, the hotel, the staff, the room. Maybe one point of criticism: the drinks were very expensive at the top roof bar. We will come back at this hotel and recommend it to our family and friends. We also want to give a special thank for Diego from the restaurant; he really did a fine job to give us a warm welcome and treat us very special. We were with a group of 8 persons and he always stayed calm and did everything the right way. Well done Diego!!!!!! Romina and Paula from the reception were also very kind and nice ladies who made us feel very welcome and did everything in their power to help us in anyway possible. Many thanks and hope to see you all soon in the near future!!!
Everything was very good. The location, the hotel, the staff, the room. Maybe one point of criticism: the drinks were very expensive at the top roof bar. We will come back at this hotel and recommend it to our family and friends. We also want to give a special thank for Diego from the restaurant; he really did a fine job to give us a warm welcome and treat us very special. We were with a group of 8 persons and he always stayed calm and did everything the right way. Well done Diego!!!!!! Romina and Paula from the reception were also very kind and nice ladies who made us feel very welcome and did everything in their power to help us in anyway possible. Many thanks and hope to see you all soon in the near future!!!
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Christian
Sep 17, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Great experience! The staff was extremely helpful and friendly, and the Manager Gabriel really know what good service is. We will come back!
Great experience! The staff was extremely helpful and friendly, and the Manager Gabriel really know what good service is. We will come back!
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Kenneth
Jul 7, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Very nice hotel in a fantastic location. Friendly staff. Fabulous size of room although not much storage space and badly designed access to wardrobe. Good shower and large towels. Good air con system. Rooftop pool is not for swimming. Very small but satisfactory. Pool bar food not great.
Very nice hotel in a fantastic location. Friendly staff. Fabulous size of room although not much storage space and badly designed access to wardrobe. Good shower and large towels. Good air con system. Rooftop pool is not for swimming. Very small but satisfactory. Pool bar food not great.
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Anita
Jul 6, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Check in was quick and easy. Two ladies at the front desk were super nice and very helpful. Every morning staff greeted us with smile and a friendly conversation. Hotel is in the heart of old town, few minutes from so many restaurants and cute little shops.
Check in was quick and easy. Two ladies at the front desk were super nice and very helpful. Every morning staff greeted us with smile and a friendly conversation. Hotel is in the heart of old town, few minutes from so many restaurants and cute little shops.
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Martin Thomas van der
Jun 26, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Perfect hotel for us. We've been here in 2024 too, because it's sich a nice hotel in the old centre of Marbella
Perfect hotel for us. We've been here in 2024 too, because it's sich a nice hotel in the old centre of Marbella
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scott
Jun 21, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Fantastic hotel, location was great and the staff was excellent! Looking forward to our next visit
Fantastic hotel, location was great and the staff was excellent! Looking forward to our next visit
Property Policies
Check-in
Check-out
Check-in from 14:00
Before 12:00
FAQs about Obal Hotel (formerly Hotel San Cristobal)
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in time is at 14:00 and check-out time is at 12:00. Details on early or late check-in/check-out availability are not provided.
Is there an airport shuttle service available?
An airport shuttle service is available, but specific pricing and service hours are not detailed.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property features an elevator/lift, but specific details regarding other accessibility features are not provided.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in Marbella City Centre, providing convenient access to nearby attractions, though specific distances to landmarks are not mentioned.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, but specific details regarding age limits for free stays are not mentioned.
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- 2026-10-29: 195.47846680847167USD
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- 2026-11-01: 178.19860514555359USD
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- 2026-11-18: 163.07872837992858USD
- 2026-11-19: 188.99852963201903USD
- 2026-11-20: 231.3688896421051USD
Popular amenities
Airport shuttle
Restaurant
Business Center
High-speed Internet
Concierge
Tour Desk
Services
Business Center
Concierge
Tour Desk
Elevator / Lift
24-Hour Reception
Dry Cleaning
Conference Room(s)
Currency Exchange
Multilingual Staff
Safe-Deposit Box
Wake-up Service
Meeting Rooms
Laundry service
Bicycle Rental
Shops
Photocopier
Ticket Service
Luggage Storage
Designated Smoking Area
Shops in Hotel
Souvenirs/Gift Shop
Self Laundry
General
Restaurant
Air Conditioned
Cable / Satellite TV
Bath
TV
Salon
Shower
En suite
Private Bathroom
Private Toilet
Coffee Shop/Cafeteria
Packed Lunches
Vending Machines
Internet
High-speed Internet
Activities
Games Available
Parking
Airport shuttle