Marbella

Commanding a prime waterfront location, 3 kilometers west of town, this elegant retreat is Marbella's—and the Costa del Sol's—most famous and select resort. — Star Service

Reminds you what a luxury hotel is for... This is a high-class hotel with heart and is worth every centimo. — Lonely Planet

Luxe, relaxed and divinely converted seven-room boutique retreat. Sleek rooms are perfectly private, the style is supremely sophisticated and service is superb. — The Telegraph

This longstanding midrange favorite is one of Marbella's original cornerstones, a well-established and reliable commercial hotel geared toward the masses. — Star Service

Devotees rank this resort right up there with the Marbella Club, but we'll give it the runner-up prize. — Frommer's

A beachfront location, luxe design and a cool vibe make the four-star Amàre one of the most fun places to stay in Marbella. — The Telegraph

Plenty of international magnetism, management is efficient, service is friendly and professional, the limited dining selections are good, and the fine, unobstructed beachfront setting. — Star Service

El Fuerte was the first purpose-built hotel in Marbella and is still one of the best. It is unmissable – a big pink building surrounded by tropical gardens. — DK Eyewitness

Tucked in a residential area right off the N-340/E-15 and near the beach, the Lima is more secluded than other hotels nearby. — Frommer's

— Michelin Guide

An oasis of gardens spilling downhill from the stand of pines behind the main hotel to the edge of one of the best beaches on this section of coast. — Frommer's

The hotel overlooks the Mediterranean and Gibraltar, with North Africa occasionally peeping out of the distance. — Star Service

Look for the bright-blue shutters and crimson bougainvillea; this perfectly placed small hotel is in the centre of the old town and offers very comfortable rooms. — Lonely Planet

Dating back to the '60s, this solid midrange hotel has recently revamped rooms sporting tasteful pale-grey and cream decor contrasting with smart navy fabrics. — Lonely Planet

This 81-room, adults-only hotel on the Golden Mile is a pleasure paradise for all senses, featuring voguish, Japanese-inspired interiors and a collection of upmarket restaurants. — The Telegraph

The upper-middle-range Hotel Sultan Club Marbella has 76 apartment-style rooms fitted with all the comforts of home, including full kitchens and washing machines. — Oyster

Iberostar Marbella Coral Beach is an upscale family-friendly property located directly on a beach a 15-minute walk from Puerto Banús. — Oyster

The upscale Melia Marbella Banus occupies a quiet stretch of beachfront that’s a 10-minute walk from the world-famous Puerto Banus Marina and a 12-minute drive to Marbella’s Old Town. — Oyster

A world apart from the glamour of Marbella, just 30 minutes' drive away. The hunting theme prevails, both in the common areas—where a log fire roars in winter—and in the restaurant. — Fodor's

15 kilometers east of the city and old center, amid a landscape of pool-spangled resorts and rolling hills dotted with manicured greens and vacation homes. — Star Service