With a stay at Hotel El Faro Marbella, you'll be centrally located in Marbella, within a 5-minute walk of Marbella Marina and Venus Beach. .This aparthotel is 4.5 mi (7.3 km) from Puerto Banús Beach and 7.3 mi (11.7 km) from Nikki Beach.
Church of the Incarnation - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
Getting around
Fuengirola (FGR-Fuengirola Train Station) - 23 min drive
Malaga Airport (AGP) - 53 min drive
Restaurants
La Bodega del Mar - 2 min walk
Morning People - 3 min walk
Restaurante La Barca - 3 min walk
Brunchit - 4 min walk
La Librería - 2 min walk
About this property
Hotel El Faro Marbella
Hotel El Faro Marbella offers 70 accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies. Accommodations at this 3-star aparthotel have kitchenettes with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with deep soaking bathtubs and bidets.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include an outdoor pool.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 70 guestrooms, featuring kitchenettes with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and stovetops. Rooms have private balconies. 32-inch flat-screen televisions with digital programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms have deep soaking bathtubs and bidets.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace. Additional features at this aparthotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a television in a common area.
Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli, or stay in and take advantage of the aparthotel's room service (during limited hours). Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available on request), and self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.
Property amenities
Beach
Sandy beach nearby
Pool/Spa
Outdoor pool
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) on request
Car rental
Self parking on site (EUR 15 per day)
Kitchenette
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Griddle
Microwave
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 15 for adults and EUR 15 for children
A bar/lounge
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Bidet
Deep soaking bathtub
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Entertainment
32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
TV in common areas
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Picnic area
Terrace
Work spaces
Conference space
Climate control
Air conditioning
Pets
Service animals only (pets not allowed)
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Daily housekeeping
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Phone
Safe
Safe at front desk
Tour and ticket assistance
Location highlights
In the city center
Things to do
Bicycle rentals nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Scooter/moped rentals nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Water skiing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
1 building
5 floors
70 units
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 15 for adults and EUR 15 for children
Self parking fee: EUR 15 per day
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, debit cards, and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
This property is professionally cleaned
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
Property is also known as
El Faro Inn Hotel
El Faro Marbella
Hotel El Faro Inn
Hotel El Faro Inn Marbella
Hotel El Faro Marbella
Hotel El Faro Marbella Inn
El Faro Marbella Marbella
Hotel El Faro Marbella Marbella
Hotel El Faro Marbella Aparthotel
Hotel El Faro Marbella Aparthotel Marbella
Hotel El Faro Marbella Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 164 out of 373 reviews
10 - Excellent
164
Rating 8 - Good. 129 out of 373 reviews
8 - Good
129
Rating 6 - Okay. 47 out of 373 reviews
6 - Okay
47
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 373 reviews
4 - Poor
21
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 373 reviews
2 - Terrible
12
8.4/10
Cleanliness
7.8/10
Amenities
7.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lauren
Oct 30, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Staff were lovely, hotel was perfect for what we needed.
Lauren
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Igor
Feb 10, 2026
Liked: Communication
Hotel needs renovation.
Igor
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Graham
Nov 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location nice room with kitchen room cleaned to perfection staff lovely only slight niggle the pool isn’t heated xx I like staying here great value for money x
Balcony overlooked paddle courts. Didn't need the aircon. Room needs an upgrade, ie painting, bidet cracked, flooring damaged and tiles missing on the balcony. But good size, clean and comfortable.
Anne Fiona
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
gordon
Oct 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Central old town Marbella
Very central in old town very clean highly recommended
gordon
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Tara
Dec 8, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely little hotel and great location
Tara
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Terry
Oct 1, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
just a great place to stay
Terry
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ahsan
Apr 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great place, close to the beach and the town centre
Ahsan
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Hallie Eleanor
Jun 6, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff were very friendly, hotel was good for a 3 star, very clean and really good location!
Hallie Eleanor
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
RASHID
Apr 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good value for money, close to everything, helpful staff, clean room.
RASHID
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
dennis
Oct 20, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Enjoyed my stay
dennis
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Andrew
Oct 3, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Hotel excellent for a mid range hotel staff lovely and the rooms big with balconies very well located street not too noisy, I would come back again.
Only downside the lifts very small and manual outside doors
Andrew
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Magdelines
Oct 6, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Beautiful Marbella, nice hotel
Magdelines
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Susan
Aug 19, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Good location
The hotel is well located. Close to the beach and the old town. It has parking and a pool and bar. The rooms are large but very dated and the bathroom is tiny.
The location and parking suited our purpose on this trip.
Susan
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
AIDA
May 26, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cute hotel in great area
AIDA
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Penny Andrea
May 7, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Friendly and helpful staff.
Penny Andrea
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Moises
Apr 27, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place
Moises
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Deepika
Oct 13, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Good location, close to the beach with plenty of places to eat and drink nearby.
The only thing to note is the parking — if you plan to use the hotel’s underground car park, check it out before paying, as the space is quite tight, especially for rental cars. We had a small car and still struggled a bit, and saw others having difficulty too.
Deepika
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Walid
Jul 15, 2025
The location is excellent
The hotel is very old needs update
Walid
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Hazel
Nov 12, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The room (1 bed apartment) was very spacious and clean, I couldnt believe how big it was. And the kitchen was well equipped. The location was fantastic and I didnt use the bar but it looked like it had a good offering. My only complaint was the cleaners werent as discrete as they could have been and i felt like they'd gone through my things everyday. But i would definitely stay there again
Hazel
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Reda
Sep 18, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Awesome place very close to the beach
Reda
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
DEIRDRA
Feb 15, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Really comfortable room super friendly staff
DEIRDRA
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Bernadette
Jun 6, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice Hotel and staff…
Bernadette
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Gertjan
Apr 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Very nice place, Good location and within 3 minutes of the port and beach. Accommodation is dated and not very quiet but the price and the location is something you cant get anywhere else!
Gertjan
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Richard
May 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Good location for a couple of nights
We stayed here for 2 nights and was in a prime location for what we wanted. Clean spacious room and great staff. The bar and pool area was nice. Compared to some of the four star hotels we have stayed in, this 3 star hotel is better.