Senator Marbella, MarbellaSenator Marbella in Marbella, Spain has a corrected score of 3.1 ± 0.1 (solid evidence, 4 of 4 platforms), ranked 27 of 30 hotels we score in Marbella. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 2.9 before correction: Booking.com 2.9, Tripadvisor 3.2, Google 2.8, Agoda 2.9. Rooms from about $197 a night (cached, not a live quote).Senator Marbella is a four-star spa hotel situated on the Golden Mile in Marbella. It sits near the Palacio de Congresos and is a short walk from Guadalpin Beach and the local promenade. The property provides 185 air-conditioned, sound-proofed rooms featuring wooden floors and flat-screen TVs. Guests can use the rooftop pool, the full-service spa, or the fitness room. On-site dining includes a buffet restaurant with live-cooking stations and a bar. The hotel suits travellers looking for central access to Puerto Banús and local beaches. While the facilities are extensive, some guest feedback indicates that the rooms show signs of wear.What stands out

Rooftop pool with sea views

Close to Guadalpin Beach

On-site spa and fitness room

Buffet with live-cooking stations

Watch out for

Rooms appear worn

Inconsistent cleanliness

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