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Don Carlos Resort & SPA

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel on the beach, with 2 outdoor swimming pools

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Couples treatment room(s), sauna, hot tub, steam room
4 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
In-room dining
Couples treatment room(s), sauna, hot tub, steam room
Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Restaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service

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Map
Avda. Zurita s/n, Marbella, Malaga, 29600
  • Popular LocationDon Carlos Tennis & Sports Club3 min walk
  • Popular LocationMarbella Golf and Country Club7 min drive
  • Popular LocationCabopino Beach8 min drive
  • AirportMálaga (AGP)43 min drive

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Junior Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, Terrace, Partial Sea View

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Room ( 2 adults + 1 child)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Double Room, Sea View

8.3/10 Very good

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Bidet
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Double Room, Frontal Sea View (2 adults and 1 child)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, Sea View (Premium)

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, Sea View (Premium)

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Bidet
  • 32 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Room

9.1/10 Wonderful

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Bidet
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Premium Double Sea View (2 adults + 1 child)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Bidet
  • 32 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Room (2 adults and 1 child)

8.4/10 Very good

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Terrace/patio

Deluxe Villa, 1 Bedroom

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
LCD TV
Washing machine
  • 100 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace | Living room

Deluxe Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
LCD TV
  • 155 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite (2 adults + 1 child)

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Junior Suite (2 adults + 1 child)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
2 bathrooms
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Family Superior Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 56 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Marbella

A luxury stay in Marbella awaits you at Don Carlos Resort & SPA. Within just a 10-minute stroll, you'll find Don Carlos Tennis & Sports Club and Playa de las Chapas. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include 4 restaurants, 2 outdoor swimming pools and a full-service spa. .A day of pampering can include hot stone massages, detox wraps and body wraps along with access to the sauna and hot tub. The restaurant, Orange Beach Club, serves international cuisine and is open for brunch and lunch. With 2 poolside bars and a bar/lounge to choose from, you can enjoy a drink at the hotel. Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers, and enjoy the 9 outdoor tennis courts and free kids' club. 10764 square feet (1000 square metres) of event facilities include 14 meeting rooms and a conference centre, and other business amenities include a business centre. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour gym and a Turkish bath/hammam. Free buffet breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this 5-property class Nikki Beach hotel include Cabopino Beach and Orange Square.

What's nearby

  • Don Carlos Tennis & Sports Club - 3 min walk
  • Marbella Golf and Country Club - 7 min drive
  • Cabopino Beach - 8 min drive
  • Cabopino Golf Marbella - 8 min drive
  • Calahonda Beach - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Fuengirola Station - 17 min drive
  • Málaga (AGP) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • Nikki Beach Marbella - 5 min walk
  • La Plage Casanis - 4 min drive
  • DiVino - 4 min walk
  • El Barracon de las Tapas - 11 min walk
  • Beach Club Estrella del Mar - 4 min drive

About this property

Don Carlos Resort & SPA

Luxury hotel on the beach, with 2 outdoor swimming pools
Hit the beach and work on your tan in the sunloungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with free beach club on site and umbrellas. At Don Carlos Resort & SPA, you can cool off in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.

Free breakfast is served daily. There are 4 restaurants and 3 coffee shops/cafes, as well as a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 poolside bars, a beach bar and a bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. This Beaux Arts hotel also offers a complimentary children's club, a children's pool and outdoor tennis courts. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 5-star Marbella hotel is smoke free.

  • 267 guestrooms or units
  • 4 dining venues
  • 2 bars by the pool
  • 3 coffee shops
  • 10764 sq ft of conference space
  • 1000 sq. m of conference space
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Supervised kids' activities (surcharge)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • On-site shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
Don Carlos Resort & SPA offers 267 accommodations with MP3 docking stations and minibars. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 48-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a bath, dressing gowns, slippers and bidets.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes and telephones. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and free toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

The on-site spa has 5 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Massages are available on the beach and in the spa. Other services include hot stone massages, sports massages and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, a steam room and Turkish bath/hammam.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Languages

English, French, German, Russian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage and a carport

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM
  • 2 poolside bars
  • 3 coffee shops/cafes
  • 4 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Bahia
  • Los Naranjos
  • Ombu
  • Orange Beach Club
  • Sol y Sombra

Things to do

  • 18 holes of golf
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • 24-hour gym
  • 9 outdoor tennis courts
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Free beach club
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Playground
  • Shopping
  • Steam room
  • Tennis lessons
  • TV in common areas
  • Volleyball

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Children's toys
  • Free children's club
  • In-room babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 14 meeting rooms
  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (10,764 square foot of space)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 5 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa tub
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Beaux Arts architecture
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian-cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Bidet
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 48-inch LCD TV with satellite channels
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests age 16 and older have access to the spa's water circuit during the pool closure period (November 21-December 14).
Bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking must be paid in full at check-in.
This hotel's restaurants and beach club are open seasonally May-September. Limited dining options are available during the remaining months.

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 21 February 2024 to 1 March 2025 (dates subject to change).
The following facilities will be closed during January, February, March, October, November and December:
  • One of the dining venues
  • Beach
  • Children's club

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 80.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 95 per vehicle (one way)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 80.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates). This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Eurocard, debit cards and cash. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child aged 2 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Carlos Resort
Don Carlos Leisure
Don Carlos Leisure Marbella
Don Carlos Leisure Resort
Don Carlos Leisure Resort Marbella
Don Carlos Resort
Carlos Don Hotel
Don Carlos Hotel Marbella
Don Carlos Leisure Hotel Marbella
Don Carlos Leisure Resort And Spa
Don Carlos Marbella
Don Carlos Leisure Resort SPA
Don Carlos Resort & SPA Hotel
Don Carlos Resort & SPA Marbella
Don Carlos Resort & SPA Hotel Marbella

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Don Carlos Resort & SPA?

Don Carlos Resort & SPA offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Don Carlos Resort & SPA?

Yep, Don Carlos Resort & SPA has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Don Carlos Resort & SPA?

Yep, Don Carlos Resort & SPA is a short 7-minute walk from Malaga Province Beaches. Fun beach activities include waterskiing, windsurfing and parasailing.

Is there a spa on site at Don Carlos Resort & SPA?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Don Carlos Resort & SPA. It has a hot tub, a steam room and a sauna. You'll enjoy heaps of services like detox wraps, body wraps and body scrubs, as well as prenatal massages.

Does Don Carlos Resort & SPA have a pool?

Don Carlos Resort & SPA has 2 outdoor swimming pools and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a drink from one of the bars.

What luxury perks are available at Don Carlos Resort & SPA?

Don Carlos Resort & SPA features 2 poolside bars, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. All guestrooms come with premium bedding and 24-hour room service.

What makes Don Carlos Resort & SPA a romantic place to stay?

A hot tub and couples spa treatments, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Don Carlos Resort & SPA.

Is Don Carlos Resort & SPA family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a free children's club and a children's pool, as well as childcare services in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Don Carlos Resort & SPA is a hit with families.

Does Don Carlos Resort & SPA serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Don Carlos Resort & SPA?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Don Carlos Resort & SPA?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 4 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Don Carlos Resort & SPA?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Don Carlos Resort & SPA?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Don Carlos Resort & SPA?

There is a golf course next to Don Carlos Resort & SPA.

Don Carlos Resort & SPA Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 404 out of 714 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 217 out of 714 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 62 out of 714 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 714 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 714 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

james

Business traveller
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel needs a refit badly. Hotel rooms are tired and old.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel great position Looking foward to the New Don Carlos 2025
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rowena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
If the Hotel wouldn’t close down as of November, we would be back soon.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lizette

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Manuel & Blas were super nice in the front desk
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Gabriel

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay again at Don Carlos and the staff always shine, the breakfast experience is wonderful and though the hotel is due for complete refurbishment shortly, it still exudes quality We will definitely be back
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Niall

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff remembering who we were each day what we drunk & where we liked to sit! Pool staff helping so we never really had to get up!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abderrahim

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023