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It was a wonderful stay at the Marbella club hotel. The service was exceptionally welcoming, and we loved the beautiful interior design and atmosphere. We especially appreciated the large number of swimming pools, with separate areas for both adults and children. Every guest can find something comfortable and enjoyable here. The restaurants on the property were excellent, both for lunch and dinner, and the breakfasts were outstanding. We will definitely return to this hotel on our next visit.

I’ve been coming to Marbella Club for years, and I’ve always loved the unique atmosphere that made it feel like a true home away from home. Unfortunately, during this stay, that feeling was missing. While the hotel remains beautiful, I found the staff to be overly intrusive. We were repeatedly interrupted for minor issues and unnecessary check-ins, which made it difficult to relax and enjoy our privacy. Instead of feeling looked after, we felt constantly disturbed. What made Marbella Club so special in the past was its effortless, discreet service—you felt genuinely at home. Sadly, that magic seems to have faded. It’s still a wonderful property, but it no longer feels like the Marbella Club I remember. I sincerely hope the management brings back the understated hospitality and sense of comfort that made this hotel truly exceptional.

Beautiful hotel. Only complaint is that hotel guests do not have priority. If you book, El Patio’s outside dining may not be available. If you are going for the full experience, I would call ahead before booking as their amenities cannot accommodate all hotel guests.

Wow. This hotel is 11/10. It’s hard to fault anything about this hotel. It’s expensive, but it’s worth every Euro! The Restaurants are all incredible, the Pools are beautiful, especially the chilled adults only garden pool. The staff are fabulous, attentive and friendly. The rooms are lovely, modern touches in old classic Spanish style low rise buildings spread throughout the vast hotel property. We stayed in a garden view suite The gardens are beautiful.||This is a relaxing and incredible slice of paradise in a busy a vibrant part of Marbella. ||One of, if not the best hotel we have ever stayed at.

I have been coming to Marbella Club Hotel every year, and it has always been one of my favorite places to stay. Unfortunately, this year’s visit was by far the worst experience I’ve ever had here. The most disappointing part of my stay was the treatment we received at El Patio. A staff member named Sofia was extremely disrespectful and unprofessional. Despite having a confirmed reservation, we were not seated, and the situation was handled very poorly. What made the experience even more frustrating was that the manager did nothing to resolve the issue. As loyal guests who have chosen Marbella Club year after year, I expected much better customer service and a genuine effort to help. It’s very disappointing to see such a decline in hospitality at a hotel that has always been known for its exceptional service. I sincerely hope the management takes this feedback seriously, as this experience has completely changed my impression of the hotel.

This is by far the best hotel in Marbella. The heritage of this Andalusian estate from the Prince Alfonso and its renovations are impeccable. The staff is very kind and attentive, always on time and very polite. Their amenities are impressive from their lush gardens to their orto. The restaurants are succulent and the most impressive is their beach club pontoon. They also have a mesmerising thalasso spa that is open from 8 am to 8 pm. I have never had such a good breakfast buffet with healthy options and their signature jamón ibérico. Truly a magical stay especially for families as they have a beautiful kids club. The highlight is their finca ana a special place for in house guests only to relax and unwind along with their holistic studio. The rooms are spacious, elegantly decorated and with great bedding that is very comfortable.

I’m sure that, in its heyday, Marbella Club was a truly beautiful and distinguished property. Sadly, our experience felt more like style over substance.||For anyone looking for an elegant, tranquil and genuinely discerning hotel, this may not be the right choice. Breakfast was consistently hectic and chaotic, with the terrace struggling to accommodate guests when the hotel was at full occupancy. We appreciate that the outdoor setting and surrounding nature mean birds can occasionally make a mess. However, being shown to a table covered in bird faeces, despite paying approximately £3,000 per night, was unacceptable. Even after we highlighted it to staff, no meaningful effort was made to clean the table properly or replace the linen.||The food across the property was generally good, and the pool staff were undeniably attentive. However, as the stay progressed, we found ourselves continually lowering our expectations.||There was very little sense of personalised service. Rather than feeling valued as individual guests, the experience felt transactional, as though the focus was simply to move guests through as efficiently and profitably as possible.||The rooms are also in need of refurbishment. On arrival, we were allocated a room below the category we had booked and paid for. Reception initially tried to explain that room categories were based on size rather than the photographs displayed online. After I produced our reservation correspondence and demonstrated that the room was incorrect, the hotel eventually acknowledged the mistake. We then waited approximately three hours while the correct room was prepared.||Marbella Club may appeal to those looking for an Instagramable backdrop where they can showcase their latest luxury purchases, pay a premium and move on. However, beneath the image, we found the hotel lacking the understated elegance, refinement and genuine hospitality its reputation suggests.||The sense of old-world class now feels more like a memory of a bygone era than the reality of the current guest experience.

An exceptionally well-maintained golf course. It’s not a particularly difficult course, which actually makes it perfect for a relaxed and enjoyable round of golf. The staff are incredibly friendly, and there is an excellent restaurant with stunning views. One more great experience: I accidentally left one of my irons somewhere on the course 😏🤦🏻‍♂️. At the end of the day, the caddie master called me to let me know it had been found. That says a lot about the level of service! A truly top-class experience ⭐⭐⭐️⭐️⭐️

Teeing off at Los Naranjos Golf Club in Marbella was an absolute dream experience. ⛳️ This renowned course truly lives up to its reputation as one of the finest golf destinations in the region. The immaculate fairways and challenging greens provided a top-tier golfing adventure I won’t soon forget. ☀️ The stunning Andalusian scenery surrounding the course added an extra layer of beauty to every swing. I highly recommend this exceptional venue for any golf enthusiast seeking a premier golfing holiday. It’s a must-visit for anyone who appreciates world-class facilities and breathtaking landscapes. #GolfMarbella #LosNaranjos #LuxuryGolf #SpainGolf #GolfLife

Played this yesterday (July 2026) and had a very joyful round. Front 9 particularly were both excellent and interesting. Back 9, for us, lacked interest – quite flat and up and down. We preferred other courses in the area this week. The extra service was appreciated – ice cold towels handed out etc were lovely touches. Grass not as luscious as other courses in the area.

This is not about the golf course, as I think it’s nice. But a friend of mine has a tiny little dog, not coming out of the buggy. Internet showed dogs were allowed on the golf course. So I wanted to book a flight for 3 and ask confirmation concerning the dogs. Seems only members can take their dogs!!! So unheard. What a stupid rule is that! What a discrimination!!!

Beautiful atmosphere and an excellent experience at Los Naranjos Golf Club. The course is incredibly well maintained, with stunning views and a very relaxing environment. The staff is professional, welcoming, and attentive from the moment you arrive. Perfect place to enjoy a great day of golf, good food, and a lovely ambiance. Highly recommended whether you are a regular golfer or just visiting Marbella.

Recently been to Spain and this was the ‘best’ course we were due to play. Ranked highly on southern Spain naturally everyone was keen to play it. Upon arrival we were advised warm up facilities were closed which was no major drama but would have been nice to know. Sadly it only got worse from there. The tee boxes and fairways were some of the worst I’ve played anywhere, let alone for the green fee we paid. I tried to resolve this with their customer service but sadly they palmed me off so have left me little choice to leave this review. Now what I’d say is if the tee boxes and fairways were in peak condition then this would be a superb course.

Hilarious golf course with great staff and amazing holes. One of the best golf experience I had recently!!

Definitely the best place to choose on the Costa del Sol if you want to play golf in unique surroundings. Santa Clara Golf has a formidable service, both when it comes to golf and dining. You always feel more than just a guest when you are there, and their food always surprises positively. Service, quality, experience and location are worth a huge experience.

Fun and challenging course. Nice service. Good restaurant. Will recommend and will play it again.

I recommend it, I was very satisfied. I have nothing to complain about. Perfect view, nice price, good people.

Why a 5* rating? 1) course design: holes play to variety of challenges and levels of handicaps. It is a walkable course! Buggies are optional. 2) General state of course & installations: in good state; all well kept. On course staff friendly; effective pace of play managers! 3) Pro shop: Has all the essentials; has wide and varying apparel selection both (m/f). 4) 19hole: Friendly staff. The clubhouse is clean and well kept; the restaurant pleasant and varied menu selection. N.B. Buggy fleet shows age; is operating on combustion fuel, hardly enhancing the image of otherwise excellent venue.

Thoroughly enjoyed our round at Santa Clara! Thomas the starter was a good laugh getting us underway and the course was in great condition. Little rough around the edges on a few holes but did not spoil the enjoyment. The bar and restaurant are in a great spot looking out over the course. Stayed to have a few beers and the food was outstanding.

Spain golf vacation 5/5. Coming to Costa del Sol to play some good courses. Last round on our trip, before we fly away. I try to be short this time. As always very fast and pleasant checking and booking, Spain standard. If I say that training areas are close, I will repeat myself :D. Highlight here is the starter, very funny guy, like his jokes he does his job well. Did not have high expectations because had references from friend who played there is past. This course is not our cup of tee, layout is nothing special, few interesting holes there like (8, 12, 17) Quality was so so, greens OK, however for the price they charge they need to do better, I would rather go to Marbella GCC. For me this layout is not very interesting. We did not even eat there because rates there are for same quality 20% higher than anywhere else.

Lovely golf course, well worth a visit. Very interesting holes.

We stayed at The Westin La Quinta Golf Resort & Spa in June for 5 days with my mother and our 1-year-old baby, and we had a wonderful experience. The hotel is beautiful, especially for those who love nature and a peaceful atmosphere. I really enjoyed the surroundings , the golf course, the greenery, and the relaxing views. Breakfast was included and it was excellent. There was a good variety at the buffet, but you could also order freshly prepared dishes from the kitchen, which was a lovely option. I was attending an event at the hotel, where lunch was included, and the food was diverse and very tasty. We usually went out for dinner in Marbella, so I cannot comment on the hotel’s dinner service. We used taxis to get around, but the hotel also offers a very convenient shuttle service to Puerto Banús and Marbella Old Town, with a clear schedule that is easy to follow. Although the hotel has many stairs because of its beautiful layout, it was very easy to move around with a stroller. They have lifts both inside the hotel and outside, which made everything much more comfortable. Our room was spacious, clean, and comfortable. Overall, it was a lovely stay, and I would definitely recommend this hotel for families and anyone looking for a relaxing getaway surrounded by nature

We have just come back from a wonderful 10 days spent at WLQ – our second stay so far in this lovely resort. We were very apprehensive to be going on a holiday in pandemic times, but were very pleasantly surprised with the measures in place – we felt the hotel stroke the perfect balance between keeping us very safe but also not unnecessarily restricted. Our family room was brilliant – spacious, clean, amazing views, and just perfect for a family of 4 including a very active toddler! We enjoyed the hotel amenities and spent a great time by the pool. The service was consistently brilliant, from the reception team to the concierge team and of course the brilliant pool-side and restaurant staff. We are frequent travellers and expect high standards in hotels, but also like to feel ease and friendly vibes, and that’s exactly what you can expect in WLQ. We will definitely be returning soon!

I am currently staying at The Westin La Quinta Golf Resort & Spa, and I am truly enjoying my experience. The Deluxe Room is spacious, beautifully designed, and very comfortable. The bathroom is large, the balcony is generous in size, and the views are simply stunning. The hotel has a peaceful atmosphere, beautiful surroundings, and excellent facilities. What truly stands out is the exceptional hospitality from the entire team. Every member of the staff is friendly, professional, and genuinely committed to making guests feel welcome. The management and staff make this stay even more enjoyable with their outstanding service and attention to detail. I highly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Marbella and would be delighted to stay here again.

I stayed at The Westin La Quinta Golf Resort & Spa during a trip to Marbella, Spain, and had such a beautiful experience. The resort was peaceful, elegant, and surrounded by gorgeous scenery. My room was spacious and comfortable, and the overall atmosphere made it easy to truly relax and enjoy the destination. The staff was warm and welcoming, and the location was perfect for experiencing Marbella while still having a quiet retreat to return to. I have such wonderful memories from this stay and would absolutely return. Loved lunch on the terrace!

The room was excellent. Spacious, comfortable, and well kept, with a large terrace looking out over the golf course and up to the villas dotted along the hills next to the property. We had coffee out there every morning and dinner out there most nights. It is the kind of view you plan your day around. Parking is easy and right on site, only 12 euros a night, which is a bargain for this part of Marbella. No hunting for a spot, no walking half a kilometre with your bags. The pool facilities were great, well maintained and never crowded. I got 27 holes in on the golf course and enjoyed every one of them. The course is in good condition and a genuine pleasure to play. Seven nights and I have nothing to complain about. Great service, great room, great views, great facilities. We will very likely be back, and I recommend it without hesitation to anyone heading to the Costa del Sol.

We had the absolute pleasure of staying at The Westin for 5 days in June 2026 and can certainly recommend it! The hotel is located around 10 mins. by car from Puerto Banus, a little up the mountain. It has some nice restaurants and bars, and the pool is great, large and nice and warm. There are also gym and various spa treaments. There is plenty of parking facilities as well. The staff was extremely helpful and managed to make sure that my 50th celebration was a great one! Always helpful and making sure eveything was ok. Make sure to get the room with view of the mountains. For sure I can recommend this hotel and we will definently come back. See you soon, Westin!

Took my 16 year old son for a 3 night trip. The hotel was perfect, staff all helpful and food delicious. It was relatively quiet so the pool was good and the golf rounds did not take too long. Definitely recommend. It is a 20 euro taxi ride to Puerto banks and a little more to Marbella..

I played Golf at Cabopino Golf for the 3rd year in a row because the course is really magnificent. Challenging par 4’s at the excellent first 9. Hole 3 is particularly extraordinary due to the height of the teebox. You can see the fairway closely followed by a bunker and the green. This year we asked and we were allowed to play the first 9H twice, because of this hole 3. But in general Cabopino is a great course, all 18 holes. The shop has everything you can possibly need and the restaurant is very good too.

very well maintained course with some beautiful scenery. but hard to play for the beginners: lots of trees, bushes, slopes, hills, turns and narrow fairways. enjoyed the junior discout though. buggies equipped with gps monitors. will definitely come back when we gain more experience

Played last Wednesday with my son. Best deal I could get on Costa Del sol. The condition of the course is a credit to the greenkeepers. Lush fairways and the greens immaculate and quick. Would highly recommend. Short but very scoreable. A real treat.

A real beauty! Several holes with magnificent views over the Sea! The shape of the course is great as well as the greens. Holes that demands some thinking in order to plan your way. And finally, the bear and the food at the nowadays updated and very modern restaurant is great. As the food and service!

Really enjoyed playing this course! Amazing views and a few very spectacular holes. The second 9 has plenty of water hazards. Will be back 😊

Day Golfing in this beautiful area of Marbella, what a lovely course not long but you need to think your way around here.. Lovely kinda quirky course it’s more a 4/5 iron off tee than driver that’s for sure, tight tree lined fairways are the norm a fair bit of water around… So enjoyable to play

Probably one of the worst course we have ever played. The course is so wet that it is just mud and soggy everywhere. Every single shot the balls gets plugged no matter fairways or rough. The fairways are like rough with no maintenance and the balls are nowhere to be find and the greens are all filled with sand. Should at least offered some kind of discount for its terrible course condition. Didn’t not enjoy a single bit of it.

Me and my 14 year old son, came a little bit earlier than the tee time, but the staff accommodated us with a couple of players from Denmark, who were very nice and understanding. The course is in excellent shape, and we had no problems with directions. We did have a two-some behind us, too eager to pass us, but that was not here or there. The club is highly recommended. I would come back to it again

absolutely avarage. Over priced. Played one year ago and paid around 120. Today around 200. I know the hotel have been renovated etc but not the course. Asked in the pro shop before the round about the shape. Got the answer that it was amazing, best in the area, one of the best in spain. I have played most courses in the area. He might thougt I was i first time tourist or so,. Can easily rate 20 courses on the course thar are better. It’s not a bad course but for the price the value is terrible. Avarage shape, greens are fast but bumpy. Pin at no 10 was put in a slope where the ball couldnt stop. “best in the area”, if you know what you are doing youre not butting a pin in such spot.

Golf course is good but far from excellent. However the service and food is extremely bad. We visited with a group of 12 for annual golf trip. We arrived 2 hours before tee time. It took the staff 45minutes to give us a table and serve us 8 beer and 4 jugs of sangria. We had to chase after them to order food and ended up having to rush to the tee box. We had already planned to eat dinner aswell. 12 out of the 12 ordered plates were inedible and we ended up not eating. We spent €1400 euro for dinner and will never ever recommend this golf club to anyone.

Beautiful golf course. Happy we did rent a buggy. Very friendly staff at pro shop and bar (We did not stay at the hotel). Looking forward to playing the course again.

The golf course was in good condition. The staff was friendly and efficient. The playing was very slow. Water fountains on the course would be welcome.

I’ve been visiting here for last last 15 years. The staff are the best friendly and polite It’s beautiful place. Breakfast overlooking the golf course is amazing. And evening drinks in front of the lovely fire is excellent.

We played tge golf course and 3 of us had all our cash stolen from our golf bags €1600 in total. The reception staff just gave us a number for the local police and casually said, ‘ it happens sometimes’. We will never return.

Played in a little tournament between golf clubs on Wednesday November 26th. Course was in excellent condition. Greens rolled beautifully! The members were very gracious hosts and the food afterwards was great. I really enjoyed the whole day!!

Fantastic Golf Club with great facilities. Had the pleasure of playing a couple of rounds on a recent visit to Marbella. The course was in great shape and the greens were challenging. Had lunch on both visits followed by an evening meal – The waiters and waitresses were friendly and attentive. The club had a really friendly feel to it and I look forward to visiting again.

If I had to choose one place to visit for lunch or dinner in all of Nueva Andalucía, it would be this one. Gorgeous views, spacious and quiet surroundings, amazing food menu options, and decent prices.

Great golf course. Been playing it since I was a young child, so I know it like the back of my hand. Can be tricky for visitors, but in a good challenging way. It’s not a very long course, although from the back tees, some holes are a lot harder. The greens are good but not the best. They are relatively soft, but have a good speed. (Played in winter.) Quite physical walk overall, good climbs and downhills. As for the restaurant and service, they are all very good !

Stayed in one of the apartments over looking the 18th hole on the golf course Not far from the super markets and restaurants a short walk or drive from the harbour lots going on there We had a lovely pool and not as cold as I thought it would be

Have played a bit with kids. Club is nice and food is tasty! We enjoyed our three visits.

I Joined Aloha roughly 6 months ago. Never regretted it. I have played most of the courses in Marbella and the surrounding areas and my biased opinion is that Aloha is the best club. The course is fair, but not too easy or too challenging. There’s really nice views from the course and it’s a nice walk. The club is very social. Members and the staff are very friendly and welcoming. The food at the halfway house is fantastic. I really appreciate that you can get something else than sandwiches from the halfway house. By joining Aloha, you also can play couple of other golf courses with a discounted rate.

Superb course, front 9 super tight and challenging, back 9 more open and fun. Great service from the pro shop, the marshal (think called Miguel). Played on my own first tee time at 8am. Course was great, shame about the second hole near green but damaged due to wildlife so not much they can do. Thank you so much I’ll be back again!

Immaculately maintained course, with helpful and friendly staff. One of the best golfing experiences I have had!

Impolitely addressed by the marshall on my beginning golf level. Was playing with my son of 16, and was agressively adressed on hole 10 (after OK-ish 9 first holes) to stop, after a series of mis-hits. Ofcourse we acted respectfully and polite in terms of other players and flight-progress. I was not playing good enough, true, but it all starts with respect, for sure when you are the (paying) client at a venue. One thing was clear : I didn’t had to explain to my son that this was not the way to address an issue. He understood immediately. Beautiful course by the way !

That was a wonderful experience The golf course is lovely. Split between a tight front nine and a more open back nine Course is in an immaculate condition Above all the staff could not have been better or more friendly The team who looked after us for lunch was superb and I would congratulate them for a lovely experience Bravo to all I would be happy to recommend this to anyone looking to golf near Marbella

A great golf course but what makes this place special is the people. They’ve always been so welcoming I come back for a week twice a year. The booking staff are always helpful and smiling, and best of all are the restaurant and bar staff – Kenny, Irena, Jurga, Elena, Alvaro create such a friendly, lively atmosphere, it’s a pleasure to sit there before and after a round of golf.

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Great golf course, helpful and friendly staff. The starter was friendly and professional outlying the clubs rules while on the course. Provided good information and first time we saw a safe for your valuables on your cart. This was preventative as the carts at times are parked away from where you may be putting. That being said has not been an issue but installed as for prevention while providing the additional security. The course was in great shape and the layout was great. The course was fun and I would encourage players to choose the correct tee box for play. Have fun with a good layout! The restaurant staff were excellent providing follow-up with any menu questions. The service was excellent and the food was very good and flavourful. We have booked two months playing here next February and March and are looking forward to it. Well worth a visit!

Beautiful golf course with a very well maintained layout. However, the course is extremely steep, which makes it quite challenging to walk. The new management only rents golf buggies for 9 holes. If you want a buggy for 18 holes, it becomes disproportionately expensive and at that point you honestly consider playing somewhere else instead. The daily green fee concept is a fantastic idea. However, there should also be an option to rent a cart for the entire day at a fair price. A big compliment to the lady at reception. She is super friendly, welcoming, and very helpful. It will be 5 stars once the management adjusts the pricing to be more customer friendly.

Magna Golf Marbella truly impressed us during the annual Magna Concours d’Elegance. The event was absolutely exquisite — perfectly organized, elegant, and set against the stunning backdrop of the golf course. The selection of cars was simply breathtaking, a true celebration of automotive excellence. A huge thank you to the team for hosting such a memorable and refined event. We can’t wait to return!

This is a fantastic spot for beginners and offers great value for 9 holes.

Short golf course with 9 holes, and I think this is a course for amateurs. As I am.. the only small problem I think the courses are so close to each other that you will either get a ball on your court or hit someone else’s court. But wasn’t a big problem. Nice driving range. Good parking. Good service as we came there. Could maybe made a course map so we didn’t have to ask where to start🫣

Restaurant’s views is really amazing. Menu is good. However taste of food is not good as the views. Although, most of its sweet are included alcohol. We had a lovely time at the restaurant and golf club.

This restaurant is one of the best and outstanding view, wow it is amazing the staff is extremely friendly and very welcoming, the manger is amazing service is excellent everything you want you get it without asking for it. Excellent customer service. The food is outstanding the flavor is delicious and you can release the ingredients. Woow. The view is symphony and amazing I visited this restaurant many times during sunset, during night they are amazing 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 I can I sure anyone each € you pay it worth it for this place. Excellent restaurant Service 10/10 Atmosphere 10/10 Staff 10/10 Food 10/10 Price woow 10/10

We really enjoyed the restaurant, and we want to express our appreciation to Leila. She was amazing and gave us such a wonderful experience as our host.

Played end of January, it’s a challenging layout course, comparable to Chapparal, not for beginners. Some holes are quite hilly plus hidden green. Green and tees were in very good condition. 3-4 fairways small portion and some small portion of rough were partially ploughed because of wild boars. It’s been raining so much all over CDS, course is semi dry/wet right now.

Awesome layout, brilliant course set up. We had a great day here at the course. Myself and my sister in law are Professionals and we thoroughly enjoyed the challenge that this course provides. Super friendly staff, very welcoming. The course condition was superb, greens were running around 9.5 on the stimp. The views are also worth seeing. We’ll definitely be back.

Amazing course, shot an awful round yesterday and tied my best round ever today. Staff were fantastic! There was some speculation of theft but everyone I encountered were 100%. Pace of play was ok, I played 2 rounds and on the first there was a 15 minute delay on the 15th tee but I would say they solved this problem generally. No driving range but there are nets for warm up. The cart girl only takes cash but if you give her your id you can pay at the bar. Phenomenal golf course and I highly recommend it!

great place, green and wide fairways, plenty of trees though. discounts for teenagers, very picturesque, friendly staff a bit hard with parking

Tee boxes was not cut, maybe bad timing for me to play after so much rain. Other than that rating would be 8.5/10. great course

wow what a place this is all the staff made us feel welcome from arriving to leaving the course was in fantastic condition would definitely return here again keep up the excellent work

Very welcoming staff. Course in great condition despite ongoing works. Highly recommend