Name: Kempinski Bahia Estepona
Address: Estepona, ES
Price range: From $445

Kempinski Bahia Estepona, EsteponaKempinski Bahia Estepona in Estepona, Spain has a corrected score of 3.8 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 4 of 4 platforms), ranked 6 of 9 hotels we score in Estepona. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.8 before correction: Booking.com 3.5, Tripadvisor 4.1, Google 4.0, Agoda 3.5. Rooms from about $445 a night (cached, not a live quote).Kempinski Bahia Estepona is a five-star beachfront resort located on the Costa del Sol between Estepona and Marbella. Built in 1999 with Moorish-style architecture, the property sits within 45,000 square metres of subtropical gardens. It features 145 rooms and suites, three outdoor swimming pools, and direct access to the beach. Guests can use the spa, fitness centre, tennis courts, and various water sports facilities. The hotel suits families and those seeking Mediterranean views, though some guests have reported occasional noise issues. Dining options include multiple restaurants on-site, and the grounds offer views of Marbella Bay and the African coastline.What stands out

Direct beach access

Subtropical gardens

Multiple outdoor pools

On-site spa and tennis courts

Watch out for

Occasional noise issues

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