Marbella accommodation from NZ$111

The Gran Melia Don Pepe and Apartamentos Princesa Playa are nearest to the Bajadilla Beach, while the Sultan Club Marbella and La Villa Marbella are within walking distance of the Marina La Bajadilla. Those who are in Marbella for Marbella Theatre could stay at the Hotel Monarque El Rodeo and InHouse Marbella Hostel. Alternatively, if your focus is on the Venus Beach, your most convenient hotel options are the Hotel Lima and Apts. Mediterraneo.

The Globales Playa Estepona is positioned 13 kilometres from the main part of Marbella. Another accommodation option is the Gran Hotel Benahavis Spa, which is positioned 15 kilometres away. The Hotel Guadalmina Spa & Golf Resort and the Amanhavis Hotel are two alternative places to stay in Marbella.

Don't hit the road without taking a look at what is on offer in the rest of the area. Visit the ruins in Andalucia. Nature lovers can also make the time to enjoy its beaches, coastal plains, rivers and mountains. Visitors and locals alike in this section of Spain can also enjoy snowboarding and skiing.

Ojen is 8 kilometres to the northeast of Marbella and is home to the Malaga Wine Museum, Church of La Encarnacion and Ojen Olive Oil Mill Museum. If you'd like to spend a night or two in Ojen, be sure to check out the Shanti Som Wellbeing Retreat and Marbella Luxury Penthouse. Alternatively, you could stay in Mijas, 18 kilometres to the east of Marbella, where you can choose from the La Cala Resort and Hotel Mesto. While in Mijas, make sure you visit the La Cala Golf, El Chaparral Golf Club and Mijas Golf Course.

If you enjoy sports and want to watch local games, you might decide to visit Plaza de Toros de la Malagueta, which is 50 kilometres to the northeast of Marbella. The Vincci Malaga and the Hostal Moscatel are close to the action.

Travellers planning on arriving or departing via Malaga Airport may plan to book a bed at the TRYP Málaga Guadalmar Hotel or the Holiday Inn Express Malaga Airport, which are both conveniently located nearby.