Marbella shines bright once more with this iconic hotel right by the old town and the sea

MARBELLA SHINES BRIGHT ONCE MORE WITH THIS ICONIC HOTEL RIGHT BY THE OLD TOWN AND THE SEA

If there’s one place in Southern Europe with all the ingredients for the perfect getaway at any time of the year, it’s Marbella.  

An international benchmark for the good life, with its endless beaches, year-round spring weather, trendsetting restaurants, international designer boutiques and… charming hotels… there’s never been anything quite like Marbella. And where should you stay if you do decide to escape for a few days? This spring, there’s only one answer to thatHotel El Fuerte Marbella.

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How can we be so sure? Well, because this iconic hotel, where you can immerse yourself in the purest essence of Marbella, is opening its doors once more. And it does so not only completely renovated by award-winning designer Jaime Beriestain, but also now part of the exclusive Preferred Hotels & Resorts collection

Remembering the visit of the poet Rafael Alberti.

From Walt Disney to ‘La Faraona’

If we told you that El Fuerte Marbella holds thousands of stories, worthy of a series, hidden behind its walls, would you believe us? The hotel is a living history of Marbella and Spain. Walt Disney stayed at the hotel in 1958, for example, and employees still remember the tips they received for walking his dog Pluto around the gardens.

But the actor Timothy Dalton, the well-known poet Rafael Alberti and, of course, our Faraona, Lola Flores, a Marbella lover, also stayed here, among many other famous faces. And there was also the filming of the film Holiday in Spain, with Diana Dors, the British “Marilyn Monroe”, whose bikini scenes on the beach attracted the attention of a hoard of curious onlookers – at a time when they still fined such “indecent attitudes”. 

Discreet luxury and Andalusian charm

A modern Andalusian country house atmosphere in the hotel lobby.

All personalities who passed through its doors came searching for the discreet luxury and privacy it offered, but without losing the spell of feeling part of the Andalusian city and its spirit of life lived well.

The authenticity of being able to leave the hotel and in two minutes be strolling through the labyrinth of narrow streets and small squares of its historic quarter, like the charming Plaza de los Naranjos, is priceless. As is to enjoy those spring nights with the murmur of the fountains and the scent of orange blossomwithout losing sight of the sea when returning to one of its 166 rooms and suites.

However, to discover the true origins of El Fuerte we have to go back to the 1720s, when the first projects were drawn up for the construction of a fort capable of resisting and repelling enemy attacks.

Later, in the 19th century, the building acquired special importance during the Napoleonic invasion when it was used as an ammunition supply point. As a result, today, only little remains of that building so steeped in history.

It was not until 1954, when the Luque family bought the land, that they finally decided to build a hotel, which soon became a symbol of the exclusive Marbella hospitality, coveted by the stars who passed through the city for filming, holidays or simply to rest.

One of the hotel suites.

A new chapter in its cinematic history

Today, as the countdown begins for El Fuerte Marbella to start writing a new chapter in its history, and that of the city, it is once more in the limelight, and it is once more shining bright. This is thanks to the work of designer Jaime Beriastain, who was inspired by Andalusian artisan traditions and the Mediterranean essence, creating a universe of colours, materials and a very southern atmosphere with light as the protagonist.

“I aimed to create a space where guests could experience the pleasures of what makes it beautiful without losing its connection to its origins”, said Beriestain. And he has succeeded, with hypnotic spaces reminiscent of the carefree luxury of Andalusian estates and country houses.

You’ll know you’ve made the right choice when you find yourself looking out to sea from the terrace of one of its restaurants, where the food is based on local, authentic produce, or when you relax in its spa and indulge in one of its state-of-the-art treatments. Of its three swimming pools, one is heated, meaning you can take a dip whenever you so desire.

Through warm, harmonious and open spaces, a colour palette of earth tones, terracotta and spices, hand-painted washed ceramics covering the walls, clay-look floors and fantasy lamps, Beriestain has sought to bring back an air of authenticity and elegance to the hotel. It’s a space that’s full of character, and one I recommend booking now.

Source: https://www.traveler.es/articulos/marbella-vuelve-a-brillar-en-este-hotel-iconico-junto-al-casco-historico-y-el-mar

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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.

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.

Black Friday offer 2023 25% off

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

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.