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Marbella, Costa del Sol, Spain
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Marbella

Orange-scented historic plazas, world-class dining, luxury marinas, and sun-soaked Mediterranean beaches.

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Sun & Coast

Beaches & Coastal Guide – Marbella

Discover crystal-clear waters, sand quality, and beach club amenities.

Playa de la Fontanilla
🏖️ Golden Sand (Central Urban Beach)
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Playa de la Fontanilla

Fontanilla is one of Marbella central urban beaches, with easy access from the city and a developed beachfront environment. Its combination of sand, Mediterranean water and nearby restaurants makes it representative of Marbella urban beach experience.

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Rent a pedal boat or relax at the beach club loungers right in front of the promenade.
Local Cuisine

Favorite Restaurants & Tavernas – Marbella

Hand-picked local dining spots for authentic culinary experiences and fresh seafood.

Restaurante Candela Marbella 4.6 ★ (1,385)
Mediterranean / Spanish Fusion · €€€
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Restaurante Candela Marbella

Restaurante Candela Marbella

Candela combines traditional local and Spanish dishes with influences from around the world. Gambas pil-pil, marinated salmon, Roteña cod and duck breast are among its featured dishes, served in an atmospheric location in Marbella Old Town.

🍽️ Must-Try Specialty:
Gambas al pil-pil & Magret de pato with berry reduction
Témpora 4.7 ★ (1,630)
Mediterranean / Spanish Bistronomy · €€€
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Témpora

Témpora

Témpora is a small Mediterranean bistronomy restaurant in the Old Town centred on aged meats, seasonal produce and a carefully selected wine cellar. The grill is central to the concept, complemented by market-driven fish and seasonal dishes.

🍽️ Must-Try Specialty:
Dry-aged beef cuts & sea-bass ceviche
Kena Marbella 4.7 ★ (1,052)
Nikkei / Japanese-Peruvian · €€€€
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Kena Marbella

Kena Marbella

Kena combines Japanese culinary techniques with Peruvian flavours in a contemporary Nikkei concept. It represents the more international and modern side of Marbella restaurant scene.

🍽️ Must-Try Specialty:
Tiradito de corvina & Wagyu nigiri
Charter & Package Holidays

Charter Trips & Holiday Packages – Marbella

Direct flights and protected package holidays from trusted tour operators.

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Marbella Luxury Holidays

Handpicked resorts and direct flights to Málaga.

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Marbella Package Holidays

Complete packages with transfers and 22kg baggage allowance.

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Luggage & Regional Flights

Flying to Marbella – Baggage Guidelines

Primary carriers servicing Marbella include Ryanair / Norwegian / SAS / Iberia. Our smart packing engine calibrates your checklist weight to keep your carry-on within airline overhead allowances.

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