Marbella Old Town

Marbella
Marbella Old Town
Marbella Old Town
Marbella Old Town
Marbella Old Town
Marbella Old Town
Wander through a postcard-pretty labyrinth of cobbled streets to discover beautiful plazas and well-preserved churches and buildings that are hundreds of years old.

From centuries-old churches and stylish boutiques to gorgeous fountains and the flower-filled balconies of traditional homes, Marbella Old Town is a picturesque enclave in the heart of the city. Wander the ancient cobbled streets to discover historical treasures, beautiful architecture and insights into the area’s past.

The old town’s nerve center is the Plaza de Los Naranjos, or Orange Square, which is surrounded by cafés, tapas bars and whitewashed and historical buildings. Study the original stone façade of the Old Governor's House, built in 1552. It is adorned with shields and commemorative stone inscriptions, one of which dates back to 1485. This was the year the Moorish town fell back into the hands of the Catholic monarchs.

Head into the 16th-century Town Hall for its Mudejar-style carved ceiling on the upper floor and murals from 1572. Among the depictions is a scene from Christ's crucifixion. Venture into the Church of Our Lady of the Incarnation, also known as the Church of St. Mary, a Baroque-style 17th-century building that houses a huge organ that took several years to install.

After enjoying some refreshments under the shade of the square’s orange trees continue your journey back into the old town's past. View the ruins of Marbella’s castle, which was built in the 11th century with stones from old Roman buildings. Tour the 15th-century Hermitage of the Holy Christ of the True Cross. Step inside Bazan Hospital, a Renaissance building from the 16th century. Today it is the home of the Museo del Grabado and its large collection of engravings and graphic art from the 15th century to the present day.

During your time in Marbella Old Town, browse the stores and boutiques for clothes, gourmet foods and souvenirs.

Marbella Old Town is easy to get to by public transportation. Many of the city's buses pass by there. If you have a rental car, it might be best to leave it at your accommodation and either walk here or come by bus or taxi. Street parking is scarce, and the fees to park in the garages can be high.


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Top hotels in Marbella Old Town

Óbal Urban Hotel Marbella
Óbal Urban Hotel Marbella
4 out of 5
Avenida de Ramon y Cajal, 3, Marbella, Malaga
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is HK$922 per night from 12 Jan to 13 Jan
HK$922
HK$1,014 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Marbella. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 10 beach bars. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (131 reviews)
Good stay
"A very nice stay however a couple of disappointments. On the facilities it says parking available. This is not the case, there is public parking nearby. I was expecting valet parking with a concessional rate. Needs to be clearer prior to arrival. Also only one bath towel in bathroom. Had to ask multiple ..."

Reviewed on 4 Dec 2024

Óbal Urban Hotel Marbella
The Town House - Adults Only
The Town House - Adults Only
2 out of 5
Calle Alderete 7, Marbella, Andalucia
The price is HK$1,121 per night from 2 Jan to 3 Jan
HK$1,121
HK$1,234 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2025
Book a stay at this boutique hostal in Marbella. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (141 reviews)
Boutique Gem
"Great boutique hotel centrally located. We were offered a choice of rooms all individually decorated and chose our favourite. The staff are very friendly and recommended a wonderful tapas restaurant for dinner. Perfect stay."

Reviewed on 19 Dec 2024

The Town House - Adults Only
La Villa Marbella
La Villa Marbella
1 out of 5
Calle Príncipe, 10, Marbella, AN
The price is HK$627 per night from 7 Jan to 8 Jan
HK$627
HK$689 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2025
Stay at this hotel in Marbella. Enjoy free breakfast, a rooftop terrace, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Puerto Banús Beach and Puerto Banús Marina ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (479 reviews)
"The staff was amazing! They were very helpful and very kind. Beautiful rooms. I would stay back there again in a heartbeat!!"

Reviewed on 12 Dec 2024

La Villa Marbella
Hard Rock Hotel Marbella – Puerto Banús
Hard Rock Hotel Marbella – Puerto Banús
4 out of 5
Urb. Nueva Andalucía, s/n, Marbella, Málaga
The price is HK$765 per night from 7 Jan to 8 Jan
HK$765
HK$841 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Marbella. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (535 reviews)
Great hotel
"Great place to stay. Would have been good to have been informed that the spa was closed for maintenance"

Reviewed on 3 Dec 2024

Hard Rock Hotel Marbella – Puerto Banús
Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Costa del Sol
Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Costa del Sol
3.5 out of 5
Carretera de Cadiz, km 206, Mijas, Malaga
The price is HK$431 per night from 3 Jan to 4 Jan
HK$431
HK$474 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2025
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly aparthotel in Mijas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8/10 Very Good! (938 reviews)
Lovely stay, lovely setting just out of Fuengirola
"When we arrived early as check in was 1600 they allowed us to check in and gave us free upgrade which was much appreciated. We dropped bags in bag store and went out to explore and they were brought back to our room at 1600. The hotel is very large made up of lots of sections with a free train bus ..."

Reviewed on 17 Nov 2024

Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Costa del Sol
Wyndham Grand Costa del Sol
Wyndham Grand Costa del Sol
5 out of 5
Carretera de Cadiz, km 206, Mijas, Malaga
The price is HK$624 per night from 16 Jan to 17 Jan
HK$624
HK$686 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan 2025
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Mijas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (334 reviews)
"I will use it again beautiful place to stay there"

Reviewed on 10 Dec 2024

Wyndham Grand Costa del Sol
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