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Don Carlos Marbella

Marbella , Avenida Zurita, S/n (Show on Map)

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Summary of reviewsOverall, Don Carlos Marbella is an exceptional 5-star hotel that exceeded the expectations of many guests. The resort is beautiful and the facilities are spotlessly clean. The staff are exceptional, providing great kindness and service that make guests feel at home. Although there were a few negative reviews regarding the bathroom facilities and quality of service, the majority of guests highly recommend this hotel for its perfect cocoon ambiance and fantastic stay. Some even say it should be rated 7 stars!
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Nothing. The beach is directly accessible from the hotel

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Room Types

Comfort Double or Twin Room The spacious twin/double room offers air conditioning, soundproof walls, as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower and a bath or a shower. This twin/double room features a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, a flat-screen TV and outdoor furniture.

Premium Double or Twin Room The spacious twin/double room features air conditioning, soundproof walls, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower and a bath.

Panoramic Premium Double or Twin Room The spacious twin/double room features air conditioning, soundproof walls, a terrace with mountain views as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath or a shower.

Premium Double or Twin Room - Sea View The spacious twin/double room provides air conditioning, soundproof walls, a terrace with sea views as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath.

Deluxe Queen Room The spacious double room offers air conditioning, soundproof walls, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower and a hairdryer. The unit has 1 bed.

Deluxe Queen Room - Sea View The spacious double room features air conditioning, soundproof walls, a terrace with sea views as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 1 bed.

Junior Suite The spacious double room has a private bathroom, air conditioning, soundproof walls, as well as a seating area with a flat-screen TV. This double room features a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, a TV and a terrace.

Junior Suite with Sea View The spacious double room offers air conditioning, soundproof walls, a terrace with sea views as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath.

Residence One-Bedroom Apartment This spacious apartment comprises 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath or a shower and free toiletries. Guests can make meals in the kitchen that comes with a refrigerator, a dishwasher, kitchenware and an oven. The air-conditioned apartment provides a flat-screen TV, soundproof walls, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker as well as pool views. The unit offers 2 beds.

Residence Premium One-Bedroom Superior Apartment This apartment's standout feature is the private pool. This spacious apartment includes 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and free toiletries. In the fully equipped kitchen, guests will find a refrigerator, a dishwasher, kitchenware and an oven. The air-conditioned apartment offers a flat-screen TV, soundproof walls, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker as well as garden views. The unit has 2 beds.

Residence Two-Bedroom Apartment This spacious apartment comprises 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a bath or a shower and free toiletries. Meals can be prepared in the well-fitted kitchen, which comes with a refrigerator, a dishwasher, kitchenware and an oven. The air-conditioned apartment provides a flat-screen TV, soundproof walls, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker as well as sea views. The unit offers 4 beds.

Residence Premium Two-Bedroom Apartment This apartment's standout feature is the private pool. This spacious apartment includes 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a shower and free toiletries. In the fully equipped kitchen, guests will find a refrigerator, a dishwasher, kitchenware and an oven. The air-conditioned apartment offers a flat-screen TV, soundproof walls, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker as well as sea views. The unit has 4 beds.

Suite This spacious suite comes with 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath or a shower and free toiletries. This suite is air-conditioned and has a seating area with a flat-screen TV, soundproof walls, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a dining area. The unit has 1 bed.

Suite with Private Pool Guests will have a special experience as this suite offers a private pool. This spacious suite is comprised of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath or a shower and free toiletries. This suite is air-conditioned and features a seating area with a flat-screen TV, soundproof walls, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a dining area. The unit offers 1 bed.

Suite with Sea View This spacious suite comprises 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. The air-conditioned suite provides a flat-screen TV, soundproof walls, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker as well as sea views. The unit offers 1 bed.

Penthouse Suite Sea View This spacious suite consists of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath or a shower and free toiletries. The air-conditioned suite provides a flat-screen TV, soundproof walls, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker as well as sea views. The unit offers 1 bed.

Infinity Pool Grand Suite Sea View The pool with a view is the standout feature of this suite. This spacious suite comes with 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. The air-conditioned suite features a flat-screen TV, soundproof walls, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker as well as sea views. The unit has 1 bed.

Penthouse Suite Two Bedrooms with Sea View This spacious suite features 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a bath and free toiletries. The air-conditioned suite features a flat-screen TV, soundproof walls, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker as well as sea views. The unit has 3 beds.

Guest Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Location

If you're looking for a getaway that offers convenience and beauty, then the Don Carlos Marbella is the perfect destination for you. Guests have repeatedly showered praise on the resort's location, which offers direct access to a stunning beach, beautiful gardens that lead to the beach club and a fantastic pool area. Visitors have also raved about the resort's proximity to everything you need on your vacation- from great restaurants to yoga retreats and remarkable spas. And just when you think you've seen the best of what Don Carlos has to offer, you'll be surprised to find that the hotel is nestled next to the famous Nikki Beach Pool Club, which will provide you with a unique and unforgettable experience. Although the resort is slightly far from Marbella, Elviria offers plenty of excellent dining options just outside the hotel. If you're searching for a magnificent location that will exceed your expectations and make your next getaway unforgettable, then you don't need to look any further than Don Carlos Marbella.

Breakfast

According to guest reviews, the breakfast at Don Carlos Marbella is definitely worth waking up for. Many guests describe the breakfast as 'great', 'gorgeous', 'excellent', 'fabulous', 'royal' and 'amazing'. The selection offered is said to be 'very good' with plenty of variety. Some guests also praise the chef and the omelettes in particular, while others mention the fantastic view and the opportunity to enjoy breakfast outside. However, some guests note that there could be more options on the food menu or more vegetables. Despite some minor criticisms, the overall consensus is that the breakfast at Don Carlos Marbella is a wonderful way to start the day.

Rooms

The Don Carlos Marbella offers superb access to the beach with classy resort hotel facilities and beautiful grounds. Guests describe the rooms as spacious and comfortable with very good beds and spotless cleanliness. Some guests mentioned that the rooms need a little updating or were a bit outdated, but overall the accommodations were excellent. The bathroom amenities were high quality with Molton Brown products provided. Though a few guests reported noise issues or unpleasant smells in the room, the majority of reviews were very positive in terms of the room conditions. While some guests did mention that the rooms were not quite luxurious, they still provided comfortable and spacious accommodations.

Beds

Guests of Don Carlos Marbella are raving about the comfortable beds at this luxurious hotel. The padding and bedding are soft and cozy, offering a great night's sleep to all visitors. While one guest noted an uncomfortable bed, most guests praise the size and comfort of the mattresses with some describing them as "heerlijke bedden" or "très bonne literie." Even those who mentioned a broken room tab or other issues still commented on the comfort of the beds themselves. If you're a traveler who puts a good night's rest at the top of your priority list, it seems you won't be disappointed by the beds at Don Carlos Marbella.

Cleanliness

Don Carlos Marbella is a fantastic resort for those seeking exceptional cleanliness and very good service. Nearly every aspect of the hotel appeared to be spotless with guests describing the rooms as extremely clean and everything being very clean. The hotel's garden was also noted to be lovely and neat. Beds were very comfy and the cleaning staff was amazing with some guests mentioning that rooms were even cleaned twice a day. There were some negative comments about the cleanliness with some guests stating that the cleanliness could be improved or that specific areas needed maintenance. Overall, however, guests found the resort to be a clean and well-maintained retreat.

Staff

The staff at Don Carlos Marbella is exceptional, receiving high praise from guests for their professionalism, friendliness and helpfulness. From the receptionists to the housekeeping staff to those working in the restaurant and beach club, guests speak highly of the service provided. Specific individuals such as Pepe at the reception desk, Antonio and Sam at the front desk and Carmen, Teresa and Sara working in the breakfast cooking area are mentioned as standouts. Guests experience top-notch service with fast response to any issues.

Overall, the staff is described as friendly, efficient and attentive, making guests feel comfortable and at home. While there were some negative reviews, most guests had a positive experience with the staff. The beach is in walking distance and staff members go out of their way to ensure guests have a great stay. Whether pro-active and attentive, very helpful and nice, pure angels or exceptional, the staff at Don Carlos Marbella receives high marks for their service.

Pool

The Don Carlos Marbella boasts a variety of outstanding pools and gardens with some guests describing them as fabulous and lovely. Others particularly enjoyed the quiet pool areas and the beautiful pool in the beach club, despite some mentioning the need for maintenance. The pool was generally neat and clean and there were plenty of pool and beach beds available, although some guests mentioned slow service and overloaded areas. Many praised the impressive facilities and private access to the beach with one guest describing the outdoor facilities as a "pasada". However, some negative reviews mentioned unmanaged pool areas and poor service, but overall the pool areas were considered very good for all.

Beach

At the Don Carlos Marbella, guests can enjoy great access to the beach with the hotel having its own private beach for guests to relax on. The resort, rooms and beach access are highly praised by guests with many complimenting the lovely beach club setting and the good service provided. Breakfast at the beach club restaurant is also recommended. However, some guests noted that the beach could get crowded and the sunbeds uncomfortable. Despite this, the sea and the beach are described as very nice and it's great to have a beach holiday in this resort. In general, guests enjoyed the beach area and its proximity to the hotel, though some noted that the beach could be small for the size of the resort.

Family

Don Carlos Marbella is the ideal option for families looking for a comfortable and enjoyable stay. The hotel has spacious rooms and a 24-hour room service that allows guests to feel at home. The kids club and its staff are amazing, providing a fun and safe environment for children. The hotel offers plenty of activities for kids, making their stay a blast. While there were some mentions of too many kids, the general feeling is that the hotel is perfect for families with children and many reviewers express their desire to come back with their kids next time.

5 Star

Don Carlos Marbella is an exceptional hotel that completely exceeded the expectations of many guests. With a beautiful resort and spotlessly clean facilities, this hotel truly lives up to its 5 star rating. The staff are exceptional, making guests feel at home with their great kindness and service. Although there were a few negative reviews regarding the bathroom facilities and quality of service, the majority of guests highly recommend this hotel for its perfect cocoon ambiance and fantastic stay. Overall, Don Carlos Marbella provides a 5 star service with some even saying it should be rated 7 stars!

Outdoor Pool

Don Carlos Marbella boasts an exceptional outdoor pool that guests simply can't get enough of. With not one, but two swimming pools surrounded by breathtakingly beautiful gardens, it's hard to resist taking a dip in the refreshing waters. The pool areas are outstanding and guests have described them as fabulous and extra. It's a remarkable experience walking through the stunning park to reach the pool or the beach. The facilities are simply amazing, including the beach club and the outdoor activities are plentiful. Overall, Don Carlos Marbella is an excellent hotel that truly delivers when it comes to its pool and outdoor amenities.

Luxury

The Don Carlos Marbella is a luxurious 5-star hotel that some say is worthy of a 7-star rating. It is spotlessly clean with friendly staff that make guests feel welcome. Set in beautiful grounds, the hotel has classy facilities and fabulous terraces. Although a few guests felt that the rooms weren't quite as luxurious as they had hoped, the hotel's wonderful facilities more than make up for it. There are fantastic pools, double sun loungers on the beach and even a fantastic gym. For those looking for a dreamy resort experience, the Don Carlos Marbella is a fantastic choice.

Yes, Don Carlos Marbella has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Outdoor Pool.

Yes, a spa is available at Don Carlos Marbella.

No, Don Carlos Marbella doesn't allow dogs.

Yes, parking facilities are available at Don Carlos Marbella.

Yes, Don Carlos Marbella has a gym.

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