interior designer Jaime Beriestain

El Fuerte Marbella, an icon is reborn

El Fuerte Marbella, an icon is reborn

interior designer Jaime Beriestain

The inspiring region of Andalusia is the birthplace of the new travel experience offered by the iconic El Fuerte Marbella Hotel. An experience that is centred on the reopening of the hotel in spring 2023, a new chapter which strikes the perfect balance between celebrating our roots and the latest cutting-edge trends. The rich Andalusian culture, artisanal traditions and a relaxed Mediterranean vibe come to the forefront as protagonists of this new experience.

Inspired by a feeling of timelessness, joy and living life to the full, the new Fuerte Marbella is born. The project has come to life through the vision of interior designer Jaime Beriestain.

A place where stunning beauty creates happiness

Boasting more than 60 years of history, El Fuerte Marbella was the first establishment to open in the centre of Marbella capital. In 1957, the Luque family did this by inaugurating the seafront hotel in Marbella, which was still a small fishing village at the time. It was named El Fuerte Marbella in honour of El Fuerte, a famous fort located in front of the main building which has long been a local landmark since it was built on the instructions of Carlos V in 1554 in order to provide defence against pirate attacks, before being used as a powder magazine. El Fuerte Marbella is now writing a new chapter to continue its rich legacy, while also promoting high-quality national and international tourism.

Taking into account the rich heritage that the hotel boasts, Beriestain’s studio has designed a space based on origins and history, alongside Andalusian traditions which have been brought to life for the modern day. It is set around all of the contrasts that Andalusia offers as a result of its traditions, without being cliché, but rather by exploring their colours, materials and spirit of the place. All of this means that El Fuerte Marbella is the epitome of relaxed luxury and subtle style.

Inspired by Andalusian stately homes

Warm, harmonious and open spaces inspired in the grand palaces, country farmsteads and stately homes built in earthy, clay-coloured, tones with notes of spice, nature and the region’s vegetation. The materials used transmit a concept that is timeless, reflecting sustainable luxury where the quality of the materials themselves go far beyond passing trends. This is reflected in the specially commissioned artwork created by local artisans and sculptors. 

The leached and hand-painted ceramics used to cover the walls, the pavements that replicate clay, the equestrian-inspired lamps, the finely carved woodwork and the details that give a nod to Holy Week are just some of the new features that define El Fuerte Marbella’s new chapter.

“When I take on a project like this, I always try to put myself in touch with local artisans. I don’t like to just follow trends and I’d rather work in a team and really soak up the history and tradition that surrounds the hotel. My goal is to develop a space where guests find happiness in its beauty, without losing that important connection with local origins” emphasised Beriestain.

Source: https://tecnohotelnews.com/

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Edge tasting menu

Offered by Paco Pérez and paired by Meritxell Flagueras - Only on 11 July

A unique opportunity to enjoy a tasting menu prepared in person by Paco Pérez, a chef with 5 Michelin stars, and pairings by the prestigious sommelier Meritxell Falgueras. A side-by-side you can’t miss:

Tasting menu steps:

SNACKS

  • Confit tomato tartlet with anchovy butter
  • Potato, bean and caviar
  • Melva sandwich
  • Taittinger Prestige ROSÉ (Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier)

FIRST WAVES

  • Almond velvet with prawn
  • Zárate Balado 2022 – Albariño (D.O. Rías Baixas).

FROM THE GALICIAN RÍAS

  • Lobster, bolognese and fine bean
  • Remírez De Ganuza 2021 – Viura, Garnacha Blanca, Malvasía (D.O.Ca. Rioja).

THE KING OF THE ATLANTIC

  • Sole, meuniere, tender almonds
    and summer truffle
  • Domaines Ott Chateau De Selle 2022 – Garnacha, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon (A.O.C. Côtes de Provence).

SALTY UNIVERSE

  • Beef with Café de París sauce
  • Pago de Carraovejas 2021 – Tinto fino, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot.

SWEET WORLD

  • Spiced flan, mango and citrus
  • Molino Real 2019 de Telmo Rodríguez – Moscatel de Alejandría.

See Menu

 

Price: €150 per person with pairing included.

Book your table in the calendar below, or call +34 951 560 715.

Autumn sale

This autumn, get a discount from 20% at El Fuerte Marbella and visit the Costa del Sol during one of the best times of the year. Book on our website or by calling +34  951 562 004it’s only valid for 7 days!

The offer conditions are as follows​:
  • Discount starting from 20% at El Fuerte Marbella.
  • Offer can be combined with your Club de Amigos discount.
  • Offer can be combined with Second Chance Rate.
  • Offer available only until the 16th October 2023, inclusive.
  • Applicable to bookings at El Fuerte Marbella from October 22, 2023, to January 6, 2024.
  • Not valid for use with other offers.

FREE TRANSFER

Get a free round-trip transfer from Malaga Airport if your booking amount exceeds €4,500.

The offer conditions are as follows
  • Free round-trip transfer from Malaga Airport to Hotel El Fuerte Marbella. Standard car; please consult the supplement for a higher model. Maximum capacity: 3 adults (2 large suitcases of 20kg each or 1 large suitcase and 2 small ones).
  • When making your reservation over €4,500 through the website, choose your transfer for €0. Also available by calling our Call Center.
  • If your reservation includes 2 rooms or more, the amount must exceed €3,000 per room.
  • Available for bookings only through the website or the Call Center.
  • For more information, call +34 951 562 004.

LAST CALL

Book on our website or by calling +34  951 562 004, it’s only valid for 7 days!

The offer conditions are as follows
  • Exceptional discounts starting from 30% at El Fuerte Marbella with Second Chance Rate.
  • Offer can be combined with your Club de Amigos discount.
  • Offer available only until the 24th July 2023, inclusive.
  • Applicable to bookings at El Fuerte Marbella (from 30%) for the entire season.
  • Not valid for use with other offers.
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exclusive TASTING MENU

The “Charme & Taste” breakfast, included for Selected guests, consists of a tasting menu with an exclusive variety of dishes. A 9-course journey created by our chef and dedicated to the most exquisite palates.

Only available by booking through our website or Call Center. A tasting menu per person and stay. The date and time chosen must be arranged in advance with the hotel.

Would you like to be "Selected"?

Become part of a small, select group that enjoys exclusive access to the finest that El Fuerte Marbella has to offer.

Would you like to be "Selected"?

Become part of a small, select group that enjoys exclusive access to the finest that El Fuerte Marbella has to offer.

  • Accommodation in the finest rooms with excellent views.
  • Free hydrotherapy session per person per day.
  • Branded amenities “Molton Brown”.
  • Luggage packing/unpacking service.
  • Enjoy the Selected area at breakfast (from 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.)
  • Access to our Private lounge including food and drinks from 11:00 to 21:00h.
  • Late check out until 15:00. Subject to availability.
  • 2 hours free access to our meeting room.
  • Free parking after your sixth day with us and free for your entire stay for those guests in La Dama Master Suite, Selected Junior Suite Front Sea View & Selected Suite Front Sea View rooms.
  • Accommodation in the finest rooms with excellent views.
  • Free hydrotherapy session per person per day.
  • Branded amenities “Molton Brown”.
  • Luggage storage services.
  • Enjoy the Selected area at breakfast.
  • Access to our Private lounge including food and drinks from 11:00 to 23:00h.
  • Late check out until 15:00. Subject to availability.
    2 hours free access to our meeting room.
  • Transfers to places of interest in Marbella.
  • Free parking after your sixth day with us and free for your entire stay for those guests in Master Suite, Junior Suite Front Sea View & Suite Front Sea Views rooms.

OTHER SERVICES

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Air conditioning

telephone

Telephone

minibar

Minibar

hair-dryer

Dryer

tv-led

High definition
LED TV

kettle

Kettle

Iron

safety-box

Safe

coffee-machine

Coffee maker

Free Hygiene & cleaning products

We'll offer you the pillow of your dreams
PillowHeightHow do you sleep?
AlboránLowIf you sleep face up or you ofter change position
BrasiliaMediumFor people that sleep face up o sideways
ElbaHeightThe perfect pillow for people that sleep sideways
MariposaCervicalMaximum ergonomics to take care of your neck
  • Flex pillows offer you a refreshing sleep.
  • Choose yours depending on your sleeping position
  • Hygienic pillows. treated with Teflon: a protective stain – resistant film by DuPont laboratories.