Amare Beach Hotel Marbella - Malaga

This fun adults-only beachfront hotel, close to Marbella’s Old Town, has an enviable rooftop terrace, a thriving gastro scene and a newly renovated spa.

Guest rooms are full of personality at Amare Beach Hotel Marbella, with names such as ‘I Was Here’ and ‘Oh La La’ to match your mood. Modern furnishings include Nordic-style duvets and a pillow selection. The level of technology and service is ramped up depending on the room you choose. ‘Oh Là Là The One’ includes ‘The One’ service offering Bluetooth speakers, a Nespresso® coffee maker and a Chromecast device so you can stream your favourite TV shows. As well as access to a private lounge with snacks and drinks from 11am to 11pm and daily access to the hydrotherapy circuit at Spa by Germaine de Capuccini.

The party starts at Amàre Club, with distinct areas to enjoy. Amàre Beach offers an afternoon DJ spot and waiter service and Amàre Pool has a “press me and order anything you want” button. Each are designed to balance sun and shade, beach and pool, and relaxation and fun. There are also bikes to rent so you can cycle along Marbella’s beach promenade.

The Michelin Star Messina Restaurant is one of the Costa del Sol’s best kept secrets, with two tasting menus to discover from chef Mauricio Giovanini. Or try the new pop-up restaurant, Hayaca, serving Latin American fusion food. Mare Nostrum’s terrace restaurant is the perfect backdrop for a long, lazy buffet breakfast. End the evening at The Belvue rooftop bar and take in the infinity 360 degree views over the Mediterranean, Marbella’s old town and the majestic Sierra Blanca.

The Marbella Spa, by prestigious Spanish skincare brand Germaine de Capuccini, is not your average spa either. Treatments include ‘Global Anti-Ageing On’, which aims to slow down the ageing process, or try Be Expressive Lftm is there to restore your skin’s firmness and your beach ready confidence. The relaxation zones are also a find.