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Obal Hotel Marbella

4.0 star property
Hotel with beach bars, a short walk to Marbella Marina

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Seasonal outdoor pool
Creator video
Family Room
Reception
Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 20 per person)
VIP Access

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping

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Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Premium Double Room Single Use

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
  • 334 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Premium Double Room

Premium Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
  • 334 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Classic Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
  • 215 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Classic Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Classic Double Room Single Use, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
  • 215 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Room, Connecting Rooms

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 391 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
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About the area

Located near the beach, Obal Hotel Marbella is in Marbella City Centre, a neighborhood in Marbella. Marbella Marina and Puerto Banús Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Puerto Banús Beach and Cabopino Beach. El Pinillo Beach and Bulevar San Pedro Alcántara are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as sailing and other activities like golfing.
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Map
Avenida de Ramon y Cajal, 3, Marbella, Malaga, 29601

What's nearby

  • Orange Square - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Venus Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Marbella Marina - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Fontanilla Beach - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Puerto Banús Beach - 8 min drive - 9.7 km

Getting around

  • Fuengirola Station - 22 min drive
  • Malaga Airport (AGP) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Marisquería la Pesquera - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Churrería Marbella - Plaza de la Victoria - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Casa Blanca - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Canasta - Cafetería Marbella - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Auténtica Churreria Ramón - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Obal Hotel Marbella

Upscale hotel near Marbella Marina
10 beach bars, a coffee shop/cafe, and dry cleaning/laundry services are just a few of the amenities provided at Obal Hotel Marbella. The on-site Mediterranean cuisine restaurant, Alameda, offers breakfast and lunch. In addition to car rentals on site and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), an area shuttle, and a banquet hall
  • A ballroom, tour/ticket assistance, and an elevator
  • Luggage storage, a front-desk safe, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 110 rooms have comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, as well as perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
More amenities include:
  • Bidets, tubs or showers, and hair dryers
  • 45-inch TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, heating, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour offsite parking (EUR 20 per night); reservations required
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 200 m

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 20 for adults and EUR 10 for children
  • 10 beach bars
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Alameda

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (39 inch wide door)
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 45-inch TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 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
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property's restaurant offers seasonal dinner service.
All guests may check in at the property's reception located on the first floor (not the ground floor) of the hotel. Reception can be accessed via elevator from the shopping center.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 50.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 25 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 20 for adults and EUR 10 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 20 per night(1640 ft away; open 24 hours)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 25 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 50.0 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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
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
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
The seasonal pool will be open from April 01 to October 31
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Hotel San Cristóbal
Hotel San Cristóbal Marbella
San Cristóbal Marbella

Frequently asked questions

Does Obal Hotel Marbella have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Obal Hotel Marbella?

As of Aug 13, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Obal Hotel Marbella on Aug 31, 2025 start from CA $335.42, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Obal Hotel Marbella pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Obal Hotel Marbella?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Obal Hotel Marbella?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Obal Hotel Marbella located?

Located in Marbella City Centre, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Alameda Park and Marbella Marina. Fuente Virgen del Rocio and Avenida del Mar are just steps away.

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Obal Hotel Marbella Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 162 out of 215 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 215 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 215 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 215 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 215 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jonny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best area! Extremely close to the beach and attached to old town. Perfect stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was just perfect. The staff is super friendly, the food was excellent and everything is very clean. We will definitely come back! The hotel has a perfect location and everything you need is so close.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aileen M

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Centrally located to everything! Staff soo friendly and helpful!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin Thomas van der

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect hotel for us. We've been here in 2024 too, because it's sich a nice hotel in the old centre of Marbella
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, with an amazing rooftop pool. The rooms are amazing and we had a level 5 room overlooking the Main Street with wide opening windows. Couldn’t ask for a better location to beach, old town and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing hotel in the heart of the city, freshly renovated in every sense of the way!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

darby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, clean hotel in great area
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Camden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Right in between the beach and the very nice shopping district. Great location, extremely friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property would recommend for anyone wanting a central place and sound proof so no worries about not getting to sleep.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous hotel, perfect position within Marbella, wonderful breakfast - loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location and staff at the hotel were excellent. I would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly, helpful staff. Perfect room; quiet, good storage, comfortable bed, plenty of hot water, refrigerator, lots of TV channels. The hotel is in the heart of the old town with a short walk to the beach. A perfect 10.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel , would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel. Clean, amenable staff, well located.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel in prime location with wonderful employees. Gabrielle at the front desk was especially great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great centrally located hotel between the sea front and the old town. Ideal for exploring for a few days on foot. We did some 25,000 steps per day, enjoyed the culture, food and drinks.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Smart modern efficient hotel with great service
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Minhui

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cleanliness was impeccable Breakfast Buffet has been fantastic Good prices
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great holiday

Excellent hotel very friendly and efficient staff i will definitely rebook this hotel again
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Klaudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Fantastic hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Azita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent hotel

I travel a lot. Thiawas one of the best hotels I ever stayed
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice breakfast. Pool and bar was closed for refurbishment when there
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Joni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were exceptional! The rooms were a bit small but we had a wonderfully large terrace.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was amazing a and the staff was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property, lovely room. Great breakfast and very close to the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024