El Fuerte Marbella

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3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Food court
Double Room, Partial Sea View (2 Adults) | View from room

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Calle el Fuerte s/n, Marbella, Malaga, 29602
  • Place, Venus Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Orange Square
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Marbella Marina
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Málaga (AGP)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Double Room Single Use (Terrace)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Double Room, Partial Sea View (Supreme)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds OR 1 King Bed

Double Room Single Use, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

Double Sea View Side (2+1)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Double Room, Sea View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Single Beds

Double Room, Sea View (Selected)

  • Sea view
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds OR 1 King Bed

Classic Double Room, Terrace ((2+1))

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Double Room (with lounge)

  • Garden view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds OR 1 King Bed

Double Room, Sea View (Selected with Lounge)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 2 Large Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Double Room, Partial Sea View (Selected)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Partial sea view
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite Side Sea View (3)

  • Partial sea view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Junior Room, Sea View (Selected)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

Junior Suite Side Sea View (2+2)

  • Partial sea view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Classic Double Terrace

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite Side Sea View (2+1)

  • Partial sea view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Double Room (with lounge 2 adults + 1 child)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Double Room (with lounge) 3

  • Garden view
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Classic Double Room Single Use

  • City view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

Double Room, Sea View (Lounge 2 adults + 1 child, Selected)

  • Sea view
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 2 Large Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Double Room, Sea View (Lounge, Selected)

  • Sea view
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Single Beds

Classic Double Room, Terrace (2)

  • City view
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Double Room Single Use, Terrace (B)

  • City view
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Room, Sea View (Selected Single Use)

  • Sea view
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite Side Sea View (3+1)

  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Double Room, Partial Sea View (2 Adults)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Single Beds

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About the area

Marbella

With a stay at El Fuerte Marbella, you'll be centrally located in Marbella, within a 10-minute drive of Marbella Marina and Puerto Banús Beach. .This beach hotel is 5.2 mi (8.3 km) from Puerto Banús Marina and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Church of the Incarnation.

What's nearby

  • Venus Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Orange Square - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Church of the Incarnation - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Marbella Marina - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Fontanilla Beach - 10 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Fuengirola (FGR-Fuengirola Train Station) - 22 min drive
  • Malaga Airport (AGP) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kafein Coffee & Kitchen - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪PadThaiWok Marbella - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Churreria Parquesol - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Boötes - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mahiki Beach - ‬5 min walk

About this property

El Fuerte Marbella

On beach with 3 outdoor pools for sandy fun near Marbella Marina
El Fuerte Marbella offers 266 accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. Memory foam beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Marbella hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include safes and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

3 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a hot tub. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The onsite spa has 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include facials, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, a steam room, and Turkish bath/hammam.

The spa is open daily. Children under 14 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 14 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Make yourself at home in one of the 266 guestrooms featuring minibars and espresso makers. Your memory foam bed comes with premium bedding. LCD televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 3 outdoor pools, a fitness center, and bicycles to rent. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).
Enjoy Mediterranean cuisine at Levante, one of the hotel's 3 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge, the beach bar, or the poolside bar. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Featured amenities include express check-in, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Marbella? This hotel has 2314 square feet (215 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and 3 meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
Levante - This restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner.
Le Marché - Onsite buffet restaurant. Open daily.
Onsite venue #3 - cocktail bar. Open daily.
Qahwa Coffe House - Onsite café. Open daily.
Edge Skybar - Onsite rooftop bar. Open daily.
24-hour room service is available.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

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
  • Covered parking on site (EUR 27 per day)
  • Valet parking on site (EUR 28 per day)
  • Limited on-site valet and self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Edge Skybar
  • Le Marché
  • Levante
  • Qahwa Coffe House

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Art gallery
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • In-room babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Stroller

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Conference centre (2,314 square foot of space)

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • 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.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Lift (100 centimetre wide door)
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Lifeguards
  • Renovated entire property - December 2022
  • Smoke-free property
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from January 4 2026 to March 5 2026 (dates subject to change).
The property is closed between October 28 and April 1.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 70 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 11 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Covered self parking fee: EUR 27 per day
  • Valet parking fee: EUR 28 per day
  • Pet fee: EUR 70 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Pets are not permitted in common areas of the hotel.
Property Registration Number H/MA/00069

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 14 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 14 years old are only allowed with adult supervision

Property is also known as

Fuerte Hotel
Fuerte Hotel Marbella
Fuerte Marbella
Fuerte Marbella Hotel
Hotel Fuerte
Hotel Fuerte Marbella
Hotel Marbella Fuerte
Marbella Fuerte
Marbella Fuerte Hotel
Marbella Hotel Fuerte
El Fuerte Hotel Marbella
El Fuerte Marbella
El Fuerte Resort
Hotel Fuerte Marbella
El Fuerte Marbella Hotel
El Fuerte Marbella Marbella

El Fuerte Marbella Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 728 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 225 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 1000 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stewart

The breakfast can’t be
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raphael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Junior suite was tastefully decorated and well equipped (as should be for a 5 ***** ) with every single light or lamp that is dimmable ! Somebody has been thinking ! Too many hotels have bad lighting, no atmosphere or neon bulbs (really?). The balcony had amazing frontal sea view, a comfortable sofa set and a jacuzzi. The bathroom was also very enjoyable and had perfect lighting. The combination of use of space, furniture and lighting is actually just perfect. Staff is super friendly and helpful. Calling the reception was another thing: when dealing it, the phone would start to ring in the toilet lol :-)) That was a little issue they didn’t seem to be able to solve but didn’t bother us. If I had to say one thing: get some quality comfortable toilet paper. It’s way below par for a 5 star. The entire hotel has been beautifully renovated. There is nothing bad to mention really. The lounge area was excellent too. Food, drinks and staff were great. Some of the guests don’t belong there as they leave a total mess and there were even broken glasses on the floor once, totally disrespecting other guests and staff. Unfortunately wannabes and new money make out a part of nowadays Marbella. Money doesn’t buy class. We luckily also met some really nice people at the hotel though. Breakfast is great and the separate areas, inside or outside, make it feel even more enjoyable. Again, also here, all staff is amazing ! All in all, it’s a great hotel.
One of the pools where you can find mainly families with young kids.
A lovely surprise for my birthday !
My birthday cake :-))
The lovely balcony with sea view and whirlpool
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose Ma, Laredo

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norazrina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Beautiful hotel throughout, spacious room. Service at reception and concierge was fabulous. However, waiting staff at the Levante needs better training. Tend to ignore people waiting for tables until they are spoken to. We booked a specific table for dinner, but when we came they had given it to someone else. The same waiter who booked it was there, not a word from him. They also delivered another table’s order to ours . almost blamed us for saying we didn’t order it . There doesn’t seem to be one head waiter, it looked quite chaotic. At breakfast, a waiter showed us to our table and promptly left, without informing us what to do, ie, table service, buffet? No one took our beverage order until we had to catch a waiter’s eye. Breakfast however was very nice indeed with so much variety and very fresh. Beautiful pools, plenty of sun beds, amazing view!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Faiha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the hotel and staff and food
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

William, Waterford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location to Old Town, and excellent food, in
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ahmad

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harriet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic property . Will definitely go back
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela Jewel, Woodbridge

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, friendly staff, very clean and excellent food. Can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very beautiful location and courteous staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff asked if I had any complaints. I usually ALWAYS have a least one thing to complain about. But, with this place I really couldn't think of one thing that I didn't like. I took me a good 2 minutes to come up with at least one thing that I didn't like. And, that was their chocolate cake. So, out of everything if the only thing I won't like about my stay is the chocolate cake... then I am really staying at a 5 star. Also, this hotel is SUPER CLEAN and you can smell how could it is before you even enter the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Winifred

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time in this lovely hotel and we will be back again next year
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A fabulous hotel. Great location overlooking the beach & only a 5 minute walk into Marbella Old Town. Breakfasts were excellent with a wide variety of options. All the staff we encountered were helpful, friendly & professional.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Eduardo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Great location. One of the elevators was not working. But, other than that, very nice experience. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nickie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic hotel!

We loved this hotel. The staff work hard to ensure your stay is perfect. The rooms are so comfortable too. The breakfast and cocktails were fantastic and for us this hotel is in a great location right near the old town. Will defo be going back!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful, the pool and beach side were amazing. Staff was excellent and the room was very nice. The breakfast every morning was incredible. Family friendly but also perfect for adults looking to relax. Overall would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lupita

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Ingrid

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shuling

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staying at El Fuerte Marbella was an amazing experience! The hotel is right by the sea, so we enjoyed refreshing swims in the ocean as well as relaxing moments in the rooftop pool.Our room was comfortable and had a lovely view of the sea. There are plenty of dining options, but the rooftop restaurant, Edge, was absolutely stunning—perfect for a special dinner with breathtaking views. The staff were exceptionally friendly and attentive, always ready to help and make our stay even more enjoyable.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025