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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
Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 20 per person)
Property entrance
Family Room
Reception
VIP Access

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
The current price is €267
includes taxes & fees
24 Jul - 25 Jul

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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
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 31 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Single 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
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 31 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Single 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
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 20 sq m
  • 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
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single 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
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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

Room, Connecting Rooms

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single 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
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Bidet
  • 36 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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About the area

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
  • Málaga (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 hire on-site and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a local area shuttle and a front desk safe
  • Multilingual staff, luggage storage and a 24-hour front desk
  • A lift, a TV in reception and ATM/banking services
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 110 rooms boast comforts, such as premium bedding and pillow menus, as well as perks, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
Other amenities include:
  • Bidets, baths or showers and hairdryers
  • 45-inch TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

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.
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lift (100 centimetre wide door)
  • 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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

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.
Cots (infant beds) are available for EUR 25 per day

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 20 for adults and from 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
The seasonal pool will be open from 01 April to 31 October
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 11 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Obal Hotel Marbella on 24 Jul 2025 start from €266.94, including 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?

Checkout 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. Avenida del Mar and Orange Square are just steps away.

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Obal Hotel Marbella Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 155 out of 203 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 42 out of 203 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 203 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 203 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 203 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

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

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

Beautiful, clean hotel in great area
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

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

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

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

The location and staff at the hotel were excellent. I would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Fabulous hotel, perfect position within Marbella, wonderful breakfast - loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

Excellent hotel , would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Nice hotel. Clean, amenable staff, well located.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Great hotel in prime location with wonderful employees. Gabrielle at the front desk was especially great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10

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

Smart modern efficient hotel with great service
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Cleanliness was impeccable Breakfast Buffet has been fantastic Good prices
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

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

10/10

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

8/10

Nice breakfast. Pool and bar was closed for refurbishment when there
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10

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

Great location. Fantastic hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10

Nice property, lovely room. Great breakfast and very close to the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

The hotel was amazing a and the staff was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10

The location is fabulous
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

Such a nice, spacious room in a great location for our one night in Marbella! The staff were amazingly accommodating and helpful during our stay. Thanks for a lovely stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

Excellent choice for our family trip. The staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

It’s a very nice, clean hotel with friendly and helpful staff. The rooftop terrace is a beautiful place to relax, both during the day and in the evening. Loved our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024