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Hotel El Faro Marbella

3.0 star property
Aparthotel with an outdoor pool, 4-minute walk to Marbella Marina

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Outdoor pool
Bar (on property)
Lake
Studio, Kitchenette
Exterior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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C/ Virgen del Pilar, 11, Marbella, Malaga, 29602
  • Place, Venus Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Marbella Marina
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Orange Square
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Málaga (AGP)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Room options

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette | Private kitchen

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette

  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Studio, Kitchenette

Studio, Kitchenette

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Superior Studio, 1 Double or 2 Single Beds, Kitchenette

Superior Studio, 1 Double or 2 Single Beds, Kitchenette

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette

Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette

  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Marbella

Hotel El Faro Marbella places you in the centre of Marbella, within a short 5-minute stroll of Marbella Marina and Playa del Faro. Highlights at this aparthotel include an outdoor swimming pool, and in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi. .You can enjoy a flat-screen TV with digital channels, and each apartment features a balcony, a safe and a hairdryer. A kitchenette comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop, and room service is also available. .At the aparthotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a snack bar/deli. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Marbella City Centre aparthotel, attractions include Puerto Banús Beach and Puerto Banús Marina.
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What's nearby

  • Fontanilla Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Venus Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Marbella Marina - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Orange Square - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Church of the Incarnation - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Fuengirola (FGR-Fuengirola Train Station) - 23 min drive
  • Málaga (AGP) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brunchit - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mi Casa Tu Casa ( Specialty Cafe ) - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪De Juan - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Bodega del Mar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Morning People - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hotel El Faro Marbella

Aparthotel with an outdoor pool, 4-minute walk to Marbella Marina
There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at Hotel El Faro Marbella. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3-star Marbella aparthotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 70 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Deli
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Hotel El Faro Marbella offers 70 accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies. Accommodation at this 3-star aparthotel has kitchenettes with full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include baths or showers with a deep soaking bath and bidets.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Sandy beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) on request
  • Car hire
  • Parking on site (EUR 15 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Kitchenette

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Griddle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 15 for adults and EUR 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • Limited room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • TV in common areas

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Work spaces

  • Conference space

Climate control

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Safe
  • Safe at front desk
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • In the city centre

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Water skiing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • 70 units

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 15 for adults and from EUR 15 for children
  • Self-parking fee: EUR 15 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

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.

Property is also known as

El Faro Inn Hotel
El Faro Marbella
Hotel El Faro Inn
Hotel El Faro Inn Marbella
Hotel El Faro Marbella
Hotel El Faro Marbella Inn
El Faro Marbella Marbella
Hotel El Faro Marbella Marbella
Hotel El Faro Marbella Aparthotel
Hotel El Faro Marbella Aparthotel Marbella

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel El Faro Marbella?

Hotel El Faro Marbella offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Hotel El Faro Marbella?

Yep, Hotel El Faro Marbella has a self car park for EUR 15 per day. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Are there any beaches close to Hotel El Faro Marbella?

Yep, Hotel El Faro Marbella is a short 5-minute walk from Venus Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, waterskiing and fishing.

Does Hotel El Faro Marbella have a pool?

Hotel El Faro Marbella has an outdoor pool.

What makes Hotel El Faro Marbella a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hotel El Faro Marbella.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Hotel El Faro Marbella?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does Hotel El Faro Marbella serve breakfast?

Yep, buffet breakfast is served daily between 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel El Faro Marbella?

No, but there's an airport shuttle on request for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel El Faro Marbella?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Hotel El Faro Marbella?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Hotel El Faro Marbella Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 141 out of 328 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 117 out of 328 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 328 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 328 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 328 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were lovely, hotel was perfect for what we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Central old town Marbella

Very central in old town very clean highly recommended
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Deepika

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Good location, close to the beach with plenty of places to eat and drink nearby. The only thing to note is the parking — if you plan to use the hotel’s underground car park, check it out before paying, as the space is quite tight, especially for rental cars. We had a small car and still struggled a bit, and saw others having difficulty too.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Dana

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Room was not what we booked, they falsely advertised different pictures. Photos showed a big bathroom with a walk in shower, a couch and comfortable table and chairs and none of these were in the room. The bathroom was extremely small, a completely different set up without a walk in shower. It had a difficult bathtub to get into with a small piece of glass as a door. The toilet was on top of the shower & sink so only 1 person could use it at a time & we purposely booked this room because of the spacious bathroom photos in the listing & walk in shower. The floors were unsanitary outdated floors, not the ones shown in the photos. Bugs, hair & dirt were in the room. We went to the front desk & asked for them to put us in the correct room we booked, we even spoke to the manager on the phone & they refused even though they saw the photos of the room we booked & saw it didn’t match the room they gave us & we asked them to call Expedia & they refused that as well. They saw how upset we were & were so rude about it. After actually begging for help they moved us to a room that was exactly the same as the previous one & had very dangerous broken floors that had gaps all over. They didnt even want to move us into this room because they knew it was exactly the same as the first room we were in, but they wanted us to see the room was the same. Overall horrible experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Raymond

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we had to wash our dishes, no dishsoap or sponge was provided, when we asked, they were out and they were going to place it behind our door. Never got them and had to travel out early. :)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Hotel excellent for a mid range hotel staff lovely and the rooms big with balconies very well located street not too noisy, I would come back again. Only downside the lifts very small and manual outside doors
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ninos

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Hotel El Faro Marbella.

It was little inconvenient using the bathroom. The toilet was almost underneath the sink.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Zoe

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rana

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness

Good location

The hotel is well located. Close to the beach and the old town. It has parking and a pool and bar. The rooms are large but very dated and the bathroom is tiny. The location and parking suited our purpose on this trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Louise

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ali, Oakville

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly not recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melis

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Walid

The location is excellent The hotel is very old needs update
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great area, 2 mins from the boardwalk and marina, many shops within 10 min radius walking. Hotel is aging, and there aren’t modern amenities like usb plug ins, or in room coffee, but the staff are friendly, the pool is clean, and the price was right.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Nigel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is excellent 👍. Nice swimming pool, good loungers. Breakfast excellent. Flooring throughout (except marble) needs upgrading as tired and worn through in places
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Robert Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Great location close to Old town and beach. Room had balcony and view towards sea. Air con was great as was TV with good choice of UK channels. No auto light sensor in corridor to room was a bit anoying as difficult to find switch in dark. Great reception staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel El Faro in Marbella is all about location. Just one block from the beach and right next to the old lighthouse and the Duque de Ahumada promenade, it puts you within easy walking distance of vendors, shops, and restaurants—perfect for enjoying everything the area has to offer. The hotel itself is a bit dated in terms of furniture and appliances, but everything was clean and functioned well. My room had a small kitchen equipped with a refrigerator/freezer, stove, microwave, sink, cookware, and utensils, which made it very convenient for a longer stay. The beds were a little firm for my preference, but overall, the stay was comfortable and pleasant. If you're prioritizing location and value, Hotel El Faro is a solid choice. I would consider staying here again and recommend it to travelers who want to be close to the beach at a reasonable price.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Hallie Eleanor

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff were very friendly, hotel was good for a 3 star, very clean and really good location!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Rob

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
Great location and walkable. Property could use a make over as dated. Rooms very tiny (studio) with minimal amenities. Old furniture and tile floors chipped in many areas. Location is only plus in my opinion.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025