Obal Hotel Marbella

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Venus Beach

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Seasonal outdoor pool
Creator video
Reception
Exterior
Breakfast and lunch served

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Avenida de Ramon y Cajal, 3, Marbella, Malaga, 29601
  • Place, Orange Square
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Venus Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Marbella Marina
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Málaga (AGP)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(36 reviews)
  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Premium Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Junior Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, Connecting Rooms

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Premium Double Room Single Use

  • City view
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Classic Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Marbella

Seaside stay .Within a 10-minute walk of this Marbella City Centre hotel, you'll find Venus Beach and Marbella Marina. Avenida del Mar and Orange Square are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Orange Square - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Church of the Incarnation - 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

Getting around

  • Fuengirola Station - 22 min drive
  • Malaga Airport (AGP) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Churrería Marbella - Plaza de la Victoria - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Panaderia Troyano - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Casa Blanca - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪El Barril Del Gusto - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Chocolatería San Ginès - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Obal Hotel Marbella

4-star hotel near Venus Beach
Obal Hotel Marbella offers its guests a fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 10 beach bars and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and laundry facilities are also featured at Obal Hotel Marbella. An area shuttle within 200 meters is available for a fee.

This 4-star Marbella hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 110 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • 10 bars on the beach
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Obal Hotel Marbella offers 110 accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature premium bedding. Satellite television is provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bidets, and hair dryers.

This Marbella hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

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

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (39 inch wide door)
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 45-inch TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

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 available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 50.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 20 for adults and EUR 10 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 20 per night(1640 ft away; open 24 hours)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 50.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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 and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • The seasonal pool will open April 01 and close October 31.
  • 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

How close is Obal Hotel Marbella to the airport?

Obal Hotel Marbella is 32.3 mi (50-min drive) away from the Malaga Airport (AGP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Obal Hotel Marbella?

As of Jun 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Obal Hotel Marbella on Jun 29, 2026 start from CA $323, excluding 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.

Does Obal Hotel Marbella have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Obal Hotel Marbella.

How close is Obal Hotel Marbella to the beach?

This hotel is a short 3-minute walk from Venus Beach and 10-minute walk from Fontanilla Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Obal Hotel Marbella offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Obal Hotel Marbella, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 20 for adults and EUR 10 for children. It's available on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM and weekends from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Obal Hotel Marbella?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Obal Hotel Marbella?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Obal Hotel Marbella?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Obal Hotel Marbella have a pool?

Obal Hotel Marbella features a seasonal outdoor pool.

Does Obal Hotel Marbella have a restaurant?

Obal Hotel Marbella is home to Alameda, which features Mediterranean cuisine.

Does Obal Hotel Marbella have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Obal Hotel Marbella to downtown Marbella?

Obal Hotel Marbella is 0.1 mi away from Marbella.

Obal Hotel Marbella Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 240 out of 311 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 63 out of 311 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 311 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 311 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 311 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, quiet room and nice breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We loved our stay at the Obal hotel! The front desk was very friendly, room was beautiful and very clean. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location Location Location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location Friendly staff Clean and bright
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bino

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel… highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Melanie E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean rooms impeccable service (Juan went out of his way to help) comfortable beds
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Check in Fantastic Location great Room spacious and clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

carina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just one night very close to walk everywhere Casco antiguo
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing staff! Friendly people and an absolutely stunning room! The rooftop bar is a gem and the view is a must-see!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amenities were really good
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Itzel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value plus great location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location. Easy walking distance to the sea front and beaches and also to the old town. Room was comfortable and staff were pleasant. Recommend this hotel for both a long or shorts trip to Marbs!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, staff
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

JUAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel. Beautiful location. Walkable to the beach and old town. Perfect location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel , would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic hotel, location was great and the staff was excellent! Looking forward to our next visit
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

darby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, clean hotel in great area
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

yadavendra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, very friendly staff. Best location for old town. Orange square is in corner.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Murad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
👍
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous hotel, perfect position within Marbella, wonderful breakfast - loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

AIAD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jonny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best area! Extremely close to the beach and attached to old town. Perfect stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didn’t have the breakfast. They wanted 20 euros per person. Room was nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amasia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this hotel. The staff members were very nice and happy to help! Rooms were updated and very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
value for money, excellent location walking explorations
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025