El Fuerte Marbella, MarbellaEl Fuerte Marbella in Marbella, Spain has a corrected score of 3.9 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 10 of 30 hotels we score in Marbella. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.0 before correction: Booking.com 4.1, Tripadvisor 4.1, Google 3.8. Rooms from about $480 a night (cached, not a live quote).El Fuerte Marbella is a five-star beachfront resort situated on the Mediterranean coast in central Marbella. Originally established in 1957 on a former fortress site, the property underwent a full renovation in 2023. It sits within walking distance of the Old Town and Orange Square, providing easy access to local shops and the beach promenade. The hotel contains 266 air-conditioned rooms and features three outdoor swimming pools, including an adults-only infinity pool on the rooftop terrace. Facilities include a full-service spa, a fitness centre, and several dining options with special diet menus. The resort caters to both families and couples, though the high starting price of $480 per night makes it a premium choice.What stands out

Direct beach access

Recently renovated interiors

Rooftop infinity pool

Proximity to Old Town

Watch out for

High nightly rates

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