In the heart of the Costa del Sol, where the sun shines more than 300 days a year and the Mediterranean Sea laps at the shore, there are two hotels that have made total wellness more than a promise. Barceló Marbella, overlooking the Guadalmina golf courses, and Occidental Puerto Banús, in the heart of the city next to the luxurious marina, offer spaces designed to slow down time, including spas with water circuits, custom massages, outdoor pools and gyms that open to the southern light. Here, it goes beyond relaxation, allowing you to reconnect with your body and mind in a setting where contemporary comfort blends with the Andalusian landscape.
- Barceló Marbella introduction: the serenity of Guadalmina at your fingertips
- The hotel spa: the art of relaxation on the waterfront
- Gym: health and performance in a natural setting
- Swimming pools and outdoor area: relax amid palm trees and crystal clear water
- Occidental Puerto Banús: wellness opposite one of the most exclusive harbours in Europe
Barceló Marbella introduction: the serenity of Guadalmina at your fingertips
The Barceló Marbella is located in Guadalmina, one of the quietest and most exclusive areas of the city, just a ten-minute drive from Puerto Banús. This five-star hotel is a perfect retreat for visitors seeking a wellness experience in the midst of spectacular natural surroundings.
Its services range from state-of-the-art spa treatments to a fully equipped gym, as well as an outdoor area with green spaces and swimming pools that invite relaxation. In terms of food, there is the first-class Gastrobar La Santa María, which offers ‘traveling tapas’, allowing you to travel the world via your palate, and live cooking exhibitions in the buffet restaurant.
What’s more, its proximity to the Guadalmina golf course, just 200 metres away, makes the Barceló Marbella a perfect destination for fans of sports and wellness, uniting the luxury of the Costa del Sol with complete care of body and mind.
With elegant architecture blending perfectly with the surrounding nature, the hotel provides a sense of exclusivity and peace, where every detail has been designed to promote a balance between relaxation and activity.
The hotel spa: the art of relaxation on the waterfront
The spa at the Barceló Marbella is a unique space with over 1,500 square metres dedicated to complete wellness. The thermal spa stands as one of the most complete on the Costa del Sol, with a wide variety of treatments combining modern and ancient techniques to restore the balance between body and mind.
From relaxing massages to body wraps and customised beauty rituals, the spa offers a menu of services tailored to the individual needs of each guest. Highlights include the Finnish sauna, perfect for eliminating toxins, as well as the Turkish bath, which transports visitors to a world of tranquillity through its aromas and steam. The facial and body treatments are performed using high-end products, designed to restore the skin’s natural radiance.
The spa at the Barceló Marbella is designed to be a true sanctuary of calm, with views of the gardens and the possibility of enjoying all the wellness it has to offer in an atmosphere of complete privacy.
Gym: health and performance in a natural setting
The gym at the Barceló Marbella is one of the best equipped in the area, with modern facilities designed for all levels of training. The gym’s different zones have been designed to foster motivation, with specific areas for cardio, bodybuilding and functional training, while trainers offer personalised attention for each guest.
What’s more, the hotel offers yoga and Pilates classes, which are held both inside the gym and outdoors, surrounded by the beauty of the resort’s gardens. The possibility of practicing outdoor sports such as tennis or golf is also one of the great benefits of the hotel, which offers a wellness experience in every respect.
Swimming pools and outdoor area: relax amid palm trees and crystal clear water
The outdoor areas of the Barceló Marbella are designed to make every moment outside of the spa an extension of wellness. With several outdoor pools, guests can choose to relax in the Marbella sunshine on a large sundeck with Balinese beds or enjoy a refreshing swim. The main pool, surrounded by palm trees and tropical gardens, is perfect for those seeking relaxation.
For those who want a more active experience, the hotel has other pools with hydromassage areas and water jets. What’s more, the hotel’s natural surroundings invite you to take leisurely strolls, where the local wildlife and greenery complement the feeling of being in a true paradise of tranquillity.
Occidental Puerto Banús: wellness opposite one of the most exclusive harbours in Europe
Just a few steps from the world-famous Puerto Banús marina and 300 metres from the beach, the Occidental Puerto Banús offers a unique wellness experience with all the convenience of being in the centre of one of the most exclusive areas of Marbella.
The hotel has extensive services designed for those who wish to improve their health and wellness, whether it be a spa treatment, a yoga session or a custom-designed workout. Its modern spa is a place of complete relaxation, while the hotel’s sports facilities, with two spectacular swimming pools (one of them for children), offer everything you need to maintain an active routine while on holiday.
When it comes to dining, the hotel has several options including the à la carte restaurant Arrozante for those who want to enjoy an excellent rice dish, the Trattoria La Dolce Vita for fans of Italian cuisine, and the innovative Breeze Gastro Bar Piscina.
The location of the Occidental Puerto Banús allows guests to enjoy not only direct access to the beach but also a host of options to complement their wellness stay with the luxury and exclusivity that only this area can offer. Golf lovers, for example, will be able to enjoy up to 22 golf courses within a radius of just 20 kilometres.
