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Don Carlos Resort & SPA

5.0 star property
5-star beachfront hotel near Cabopino Beach

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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

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  • PoolPoolPool
  • SpaSpaSpa
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  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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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 Beach8 min drive
  • AirportMálaga (AGP)43 min drive

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, Terrace, Partial Sea View

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Room ( 2 adults + 1 child)

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Double Room, Sea View

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

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

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, Sea View (Premium)

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, Sea View (Premium)

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Room

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

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

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Room (2 adults and 1 child)

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Room (2 adults and 1 child)

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Terrace/patio

Deluxe Villa, 1 Bedroom

  • 1076 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace | Living room | 48-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV, MP3 dock

Deluxe Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace

  • 1668 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite (2 adults + 1 child)

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Junior Suite (2 adults + 1 child)

  • 700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Family Superior Suite

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Family Superior Suite

  • 603 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Marbella

On the beach.Within a 10-minute walk of this Nikki Beach hotel, you'll find Don Carlos Tennis & Sports Club and Playa de Artola. Playa de las Chapas and Malaga Province Beaches are also within half a mile (1 km).

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

5-star beachfront hotel near Cabopino Beach
Hit the beach and work on your tan in the sun loungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with free beach club on site and umbrellas. At Don Carlos Resort & SPA you can cool off in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.

Free breakfast is served daily. There are 4 restaurants and 3 coffee shops/cafes, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 poolside bars, a beach bar, and a bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. This Beaux Arts hotel also offers a complimentary children's club, a children's pool, and outdoor tennis courts. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 5-star Marbella hotel is smoke free.

  • 267 guestrooms or units
  • 4 dining venues
  • 2 bars by the pool
  • 3 coffee shops
  • 10764 sq ft of conference space
  • 1000 sq m of conference space
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
Don Carlos Resort & SPA offers 267 accommodations with MP3 docking stations and minibars. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 48-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs, bathrobes, slippers, and bidets.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes, and phones. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The onsite spa has 5 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Massages are available on the beach and in the spa; other services include hot stone massages, sports massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a spa tub, a steam room, and Turkish bath/hammam.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Languages

English, French, German, Russian, Spanish

Property amenities

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)

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

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian-cotton sheets

Bathroom

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

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 80.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates). This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Eurocard, debit cards, and cash. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child 2 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Carlos Resort
Don Carlos Leisure
Don Carlos Leisure Marbella
Don Carlos Leisure Resort
Don Carlos Leisure Resort Marbella
Don Carlos Resort
Carlos Don Hotel
Don Carlos Hotel Marbella
Don Carlos Leisure Hotel Marbella
Don Carlos Leisure Resort And Spa
Don Carlos Marbella
Don Carlos Leisure Resort SPA
Don Carlos Resort & SPA Hotel
Don Carlos Resort & SPA Marbella
Don Carlos Resort & SPA Hotel Marbella

Frequently asked questions

How close is Don Carlos Resort & SPA to the airport?

Don Carlos Resort & SPA is 26.8 mi (43-min drive) away from the Malaga Airport (AGP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Don Carlos Resort & SPA have an airport shuttle?

Don Carlos Resort & SPA offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of EUR 95 per vehicle, one way.

How close is Don Carlos Resort & SPA to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Don Carlos Resort & SPA offer free breakfast?

Don Carlos Resort & SPA offers free buffet breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Don Carlos Resort & SPA?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

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.

Is there free parking at Don Carlos Resort & SPA?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Don Carlos Resort & SPA have a pool?

Don Carlos Resort & SPA features 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Does Don Carlos Resort & SPA have a restaurant?

There are 4 onsite restaurants, offering options like international cuisine, a beachfront location, and al fresco dining.

Does Don Carlos Resort & SPA have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features beach massages, body wraps, and mani/pedis.

How close is Don Carlos Resort & SPA to downtown Marbella?

Don Carlos Resort & SPA is 6.3 mi away from Marbella.

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 traveler
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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

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