Don Carlos Resort & SPA

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel on the beach, with 2 outdoor swimming pools
VIP Access

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Don Carlos Resort & SPA

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Couples treatment rooms, sauna, spa tub, steam room, Turkish bath
4 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
In-room dining
Couples treatment rooms, sauna, spa tub, steam room, Turkish bath

Overview of Don Carlos Resort & SPA

Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa

Explore the area

Avda. Zurita s/n, Marbella, Malaga, 29600
  • Popular LocationDon Carlos Tennis & Sports Club3 min walk
  • Popular LocationMarbella Golf and Country Club7 min drive
  • Popular LocationCabopino Golf Marbella8 min drive
  • AirportMálaga (AGP)43 min drive

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Room options

Junior Suite

cleanliness

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Double Room, Terrace, Partial Sea View

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Bathrobes
  • 344 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Room ( 2 adults + 1 child)

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Bathrobes
  • 344 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Superior Double Room, Sea View

cleanliness

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Superior Double Room, Frontal Sea View (2 adults and 1 child)

cleanliness

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Room, Sea View (Premium)

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Hair dryer
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Superior Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Premium Double Sea View (2 adults + 1 child)

cleanliness

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Room (2 adults and 1 child)

cleanliness

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • 301 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Villa, 1 Bedroom

cleanliness

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
LCD TV
Washing machine
  • 1076 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Deluxe Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace

cleanliness

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
LCD TV
  • 1668 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Junior Suite (2 adults + 1 child)

cleanliness

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
2 bathrooms
  • 700 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Family Superior Suite

cleanliness

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 603 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Marbella

Don Carlos Resort & SPA is located in Nikki Beach, a neighborhood in Marbella, and is next to a golf course and on the beach. Roman Archaeological Park and Church of San Pedro are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Los Boliches Beach and Dunes of Artola or Cabopino. Traveling with kids? Consider El Pinillo Beach, or check out an event or a game at Atenas. Discover the area's water adventures with water skiing and parasailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.

What's nearby

  • Don Carlos Tennis & Sports Club - 3 min walk
  • Marbella Golf and Country Club - 7 min drive
  • Cabopino Beach - 8 min drive
  • Cabopino Golf Marbella - 8 min drive
  • Calahonda Beach - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Fuengirola Station - 17 min drive
  • Malaga Airport (AGP) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • Nikki Beach Marbella - 5 min walk
  • La Plage Casanis - 4 min drive
  • DiVino - 4 min walk
  • El Barracon de las Tapas - 11 min walk
  • Beach Club Estrella del Mar - 4 min drive

About this property

Don Carlos Resort & SPA

Luxury family-friendly hotel located in Nikki Beach
A free breakfast buffet, 18 holes of golf, and 2 poolside bars are just a few of the amenities provided at Don Carlos Resort & SPA. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a white sand beach, beachfront dining, and a beach bar. Indulge in a hot stone massage, a facial, and aromatherapy at the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 4 onsite restaurants, which feature international cuisine and al fresco dining. Enjoy the 24-hour gym, as well as activities like volleyball. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a terrace and shopping on site.
You'll also find perks like:
  • 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool, with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, 9 outdoor tennis courts, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • A free beach club on site, an electric car charging station, and access to a nearby health club
  • Guest reviews speak well of the helpful staff
Room features
All 267 rooms boast comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches like air conditioning and bathrobes.
More amenities include:
  • Bathtubs, bidets, and free toiletries
  • 48-inch LCD TVs with satellite channels
  • Childcare services, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, French, German, Russian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage and a carport

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM–11:00 AM
  • 2 poolside bars
  • 3 coffee shops/cafes
  • 4 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Bahia
  • Los Naranjos
  • Ombu
  • Orange Beach Club
  • Sol y Sombra

Things to do

  • 18 holes of golf
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • 24-hour gym
  • 9 outdoor tennis courts
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Free beach club
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Playground
  • Shopping
  • Steam room
  • Tennis lessons
  • TV in common areas
  • Volleyball

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Children's toys
  • Free children's club
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 14 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (10,764 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 5 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa tub
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Beaux Arts architecture
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian-cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 48-inch LCD TV with satellite channels
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests age 16 and older have access to the spa's water circuit during the pool closure period (November 21-December 14).
Bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking must be paid in full at check-in.
This hotel's restaurants and beach club are open seasonally May-September. Limited dining options are available during the remaining months.

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from February 21 2024 to March 1 2025 (dates subject to change).
The following facilities will be closed during January, February, March, October, November, and December:
  • One of the dining venues
  • Beach
  • Children's club

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
1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 80.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 95 per vehicle (one way)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 80.0 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
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

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
Reservations are required for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the health club or spa tub
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa

Frequently asked questions

Does Don Carlos Resort & SPA have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Is Don Carlos Resort & SPA pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Don Carlos Resort & SPA?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Don Carlos Resort & SPA?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Don Carlos Resort & SPA?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Don Carlos Resort & SPA provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 95 per vehicle applies.

Where is Don Carlos Resort & SPA located?

Located in Nikki Beach, this beachfront hotel is next to a golf course and within a 10-minute walk of Don Carlos Tennis & Sports Club, Playa de Artola, and Playa de las Chapas. Malaga Province Beaches and Víbora Beach are also within 15 minutes.

Don Carlos Resort & SPA Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 404 out of 714 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 217 out of 714 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 62 out of 714 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 714 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 714 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

james

Business traveller
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel needs a refit badly. Hotel rooms are tired and old.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel great position Looking foward to the New Don Carlos 2025
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rowena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
If the Hotel wouldn’t close down as of November, we would be back soon.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lizette

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Manuel & Blas were super nice in the front desk
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Gabriel

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay again at Don Carlos and the staff always shine, the breakfast experience is wonderful and though the hotel is due for complete refurbishment shortly, it still exudes quality We will definitely be back
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Niall

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff remembering who we were each day what we drunk & where we liked to sit! Pool staff helping so we never really had to get up!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abderrahim

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Comfortable Beds & Outdoor Pool
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
12:00 PM
Nearest Airport
Málaga (AGP)