El Fuerte Marbella

Hotels
9.3 (1500 reviews)
Calle El Fuerte, s/n , Marbella , ES

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Exceptional and friendly staff
Outstanding, varied breakfast
Excellent location on the promenade/near old town and beach
Clean, well-furnished rooms and comfortable beds
Strong pool/amenity offering (sunbeds, pool deck, beach access)
Cons:
Perceived as expensive / value for money concerns
Some rooms are small or have small beds for larger guests
Unexpected additional charges (e.g., parking)
Occasional issues with drink service around the pool and isolated service lapses (e.g., children served alcoholic drinks)

Categories

Cleanliness
9.8
Multiple reviewers described rooms as immaculate and very clean; general consistent praise for housekeeping and room presentation.
Service
9.8
Staff repeatedly described as exceptional, friendly and helpful across many reviews (reception, pool and general hotel staff praised).
Location
9.7
Excellent location repeatedly noted — on the promenade, close to the old town, beach and good views; many reviewers praised proximity to restaurants and sights.
Room Quality
8.9
Rooms are generally clean and well furnished with comfortable beds, but several mentions of smaller rooms, a small window in some rooms and bed size/comfort issues for larger guests; one review asked for a full-length mirror.
Amenities
9.5
Strong amenities: pool complex, pool deck, beach loungers/parasols (noted free), easy promenade access; pool staff attentive about sunbeds though there were a few service notes about drink ordering at the pool.
Value for Money
7.5
Several comments mention the hotel being expensive or not offering full value for the price (unexpected parking fees, one reviewer felt underwhelmed for the price).
Food and Beverage
9.6
Breakfast repeatedly described as exceptional, varied and delicious; cocktails and food praised, though isolated issues noted (e.g., drinks service around pool and one report of children being served alcoholic pina coladas).
Overall Experience
9.6
Predominantly very positive overall stays, many reviewers saying they would return and recommending the hotel; common words: fantastic, perfect, fabulous.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-07-03 07:27

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Experience casual luxury at El Fuerte, a 5-star historic hotel on the Costa del Sol. Indulge in the exclusive and welcoming atmosphere while enjoying stunning sea views from the beachfront location.

Elegant Design and Gastronomy
Designed by Jaime Beriestain's prestigious studio, the classic interior reflects warm Mediterranean character. Taste first-class gastronomy and enjoy professional service that focuses on the finest details.

Exclusive Experience
Discover the refurbished image and significant improvements at Hotel El Fuerte. Embrace the destination you've always loved, now offering an even more exclusive experience. Book now for an unforgettable stay.

Important information:

Please note the published rates for half board stays on December 24th and 31st include a mandatory fee for the gala dinner held on that evening.

Please note that guests must present the credit card used to make the reservation on arrival. If you are not the owner of the credit card used to make the reservation, please contact the property in advance.

Please note that when booking a rate where payment is due before arrival, the property will provide detailed payment instructions, for example a link to a secured payment platform.

When traveling with pets, please note that maximum 1 per pet, per room is allowed and incur an additional charge of 70 EUR per stay. Pets weighing upto 5 kgs are allowed.In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.
When booking half board, note that drinks are not included.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: AGP

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Guest Reviews

9.3
Based on 1500 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.8
Service: 9.8
Location: 9.7
Room Quality: 8.9
Amenities: 9.5
Value for Money: 7.5
Food and Beverage: 9.6
Overall Experience: 9.6
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Selma • couple • br
10
Maravilhoso
Pros:

Perfeito

Cons:

Localizacao, cordialidade limpeza café da manhã tudo perfeito

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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john • extended_group • ie
9
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Zoltan • solo_traveller • sk
9
vikend
Pros:

lokalita,ranajky uzasny servis od Andreasa

Cons:

vecerny servis na lobby pri hudbe...katastrofa...cakanie az 20 -30 minut..a bolo ze nikto nas neobslužil..

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Geraldine • family_with_children • no
8
Pros:

Frokosten - belligenhet

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Alexandros • couple • gr
8
Pros:

Τοποθεσία, περιβάλλων χώρος, πρωινό

Cons:

Στενό κρεβάτι

2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Andre • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Jack • extended_group • nl
7
2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Dave • couple • nl
8
Top locatie
Pros:

De ligging

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Donia • couple • mt
9
Elegant, warm, relaxing & convenient.
Pros:

Loved our stay at El Fuerte. The location is perfect, and the calm, beautiful atmosphere makes you feel on holiday the moment you’re in the hotel. The staff were genuinely friendly and accommodating, including with our early check-in and late check-out. Beautiful decor, and we really enjoyed the complimentary activities such as the wine tasting.

Cons:

The only downside was the price for a partial sea-view room, and we found the room layout a little awkward with the bathroom sinks right by the entrance.

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Rita • couple • br
10
excelente acomodação
Pros:

tudo

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Mohammadhossein • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Reinhard • couple • at
9
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Marcin • couple • pl
10
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Rados • solo_traveller • us
10
Excellent hotel excellent service
Pros:

Exceptional location very clean

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Saria • solo_traveller • us
8
Beautiful, could be better
Pros:

Our room was facing the sea and we had a private jacuzzi in our balcony. The breakfast was incredible and views were stunning.

Cons:

The hotel was a little smaller than expected and far from puerto banus.

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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jean-luc • couple • gb
9
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Mojmír • couple • cz
9
2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Farmhouse • extended_group • pt
10
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Rüdiger • couple • de
10
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Brenda • couple • gb
10
Cool hotel, great food and staff, stunning views.
Pros:

This is a beautiful hotel in a very central location. It’s very new and clean and smells delightful.

Cons:

I didn’t like that the towels weren’t cleared off of the beds.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee