Don Carlos Marbella

5.0 star property

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Comfort Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Premium Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Premium Room (Panoramic)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Premium Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Deluxe Room

  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, Sea View

Deluxe Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Junior Suite, Sea View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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48-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV

Residence 1 Bedroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, Sea View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Penthouse, Sea View (Suite)

Penthouse, Sea View (Suite)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Room (3 Adults)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Premium Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Premium Room (3 Adults)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Comfort Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Junior Suite (2 Adults + 1 Child)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Junior Suite (3 Adults)

Junior Suite (3 Adults)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Junior Suite, Sea View (2 Adults + 1 Child)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Junior Suite, Sea View (3 Adults)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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48-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV

Residence 1 Bedroom (2 adults + 2 children)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Residence 1 Bedroom (3 adults)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Residence 2 Bedrooms (2 adults + 3 children)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Residence 2 Bedrooms (2 adults + 2 children)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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48-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV

Residence 2 Bedrooms (4 adults)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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48-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV

Residence 2 bedrooms (5 adults)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Premium Room, Sea View (2 Adults + 1 Child)

Premium Room, Sea View (2 Adults + 1 Child)

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

Marbella

With a stay at Don Carlos Marbella in Marbella, you'll be on the beach, within a 10-minute drive of Cabopino Beach and Don Carlos Tennis & Sports Club. .This beach hotel is 13 mi (21 km) from Los Boliches Beach and 12.7 mi (20.5 km) from Puerto Banús Beach.

What's nearby

  • Don Carlos Tennis & Sports Club - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Nikki Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cabopino Beach - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Cabopino Golf Marbella - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Marbella Golf and Country Club - 7 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

  • Fuengirola Station - 23 min drive
  • Malaga Airport (AGP) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nikki Beach Marbella - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪La Taperia - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪El Med - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪La Terrasse Piano Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Churreria Bar Cafe Del Sol - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Don Carlos Marbella

Beaux Arts hotel with 4 restaurants and 2 outdoor pools
Don Carlos Marbella offers 308 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 48-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, slippers, and bidets.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes, and phones. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include outdoor tennis courts, a steam room, and a 24-hour fitness center.

Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the hot tub.

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

Don Carlos 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.

Make yourself at home in one of the 308 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and bidets. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
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 2 outdoor swimming pools, outdoor tennis courts, and a steam room. This Beaux Arts hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
Enjoy international cuisine at Lucia Summer Club 2025, one of the hotel's 4 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the 3 coffee shops/cafes. Relax with a refreshing drink at the bar/lounge, the beach bar, or one of 2 poolside bars. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Marbella? This hotel has 10764 square feet (1000 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and 17 meeting rooms. For a surcharge, guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and a train station pick-up service.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.
Lucia Summer Club 2025 - This beachfront restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves brunch, lunch, and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Happy hour is offered.
Campari Bar Manero - This cocktail bar specializes in Spanish cuisine and serves brunch, lunch, and dinner. Reservations are required. Open select days.
Los Naranjos - Overlooking the pool and garden, this restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Sol y Sombra - This poolside restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
24-hour room service is available.

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)
  • Parking on site (EUR 25 per day)
  • Valet parking on site (EUR 25 per day)
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 2 poolside bars
  • 3 coffee shops/cafes
  • 4 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Campari Bar Manero
  • Los Naranjos
  • Lucia Summer Club 2025
  • Sol y Sombra

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • 24-hour gym
  • 9 outdoor tennis courts
  • Beach club
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • 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
  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

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

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

  • 17 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
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • 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
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • 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
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 48-inch LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • 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 available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
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 at the property
For any questions, 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

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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 95 per vehicle (one way)
  • Self parking fee: EUR 25 per day
  • Valet parking fee: EUR 25 per day
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
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
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

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 golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the hot tub
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa

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
Don Carlos Marbella Hotel
Don Carlos Marbella Marbella
Don Carlos Marbella Hotel Marbella

Reviews

Don Carlos Marbella Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 431 out of 744 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 218 out of 744 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 63 out of 744 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 744 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 744 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

MALEK HUSSEIN

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonia

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

BEGONA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing Hotel from location, to decor, food, sun loungers and service, can't wait to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ziad, Virnna

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devin

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

Don Carlos Marbella - Must Stay!

Our stay was perfect. The team at Don Carlos wants to ensure everything is taken care of and they certainly went above and beyond. From the arrival drink, to our ocean view upgrade, we loved every minute of our stay. Shout out to Patricia and Meri and the rest of the guest experience team who helped us with booking reservations, activities, etc. The recent renovations looks great, access to the beach and Lucia was awesome, and the gardens on the walk towards the beach are magical. Would highly recommend Don Carlos to anyone looking to stay in Marbella!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Put this hotel on your bucket list!! It’s a must visit.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

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

excellent

Perfect in every way from helpful staff to clean and comfortable
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ata-ul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Mohamad

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurita

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

khatchig Hatcho

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were beyond Great especially , Patricia, Rebeca ,Lucia, Adrian , Isabel , Maria and Denys
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

roslyn

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023