16 of the best · Marbella, Spain
Day beds by the sea, bars on the port and clubs that open late.
Our 16 favourites, listed A–Z · Updated 2026-10-19
Three of our favourites from this list, vetted by people who know and love Marbella.
The original Marbella beach club
A famous pool-and-beach club near Puerto Banús, with day beds, a restaurant and parties.
The white beach club east of town
The Marbella outpost of the international Nikki Beach brand, with day beds, a restaurant and DJ parties.
A Marbella night legend
A long-established nightclub and restaurant set in Andalusian-Moorish-style courtyards just off the Golden Mile.
The story behind the beach clubs.
The back story
How Marbella’s beach clubs work, from day beds and minimum spends to sunset parties, and how to pick the right one.
Day beds and DJs.
Thai-inspired beach club
A beach club, bar and Thai-inspired restaurant on the sea near Puerto Banús.
Pool club
A pool club with day beds, music and the La Mesâ restaurant, near Puerto Banús.
The white beach club east of town
The Marbella outpost of the international Nikki Beach brand, with day beds, a restaurant and DJ parties.
The original Marbella beach club
A famous pool-and-beach club near Puerto Banús, with day beds, a restaurant and parties.
Mediterranean food and DJs
A beach club with a Mediterranean restaurant and DJ sessions.
Live music
A beach restaurant and club in east Marbella mixing food, cocktails and live music.
Balinese beds and an infinity pool
A beach club and seafront restaurant on Playa del Pinillo, with Balinese day beds and an infinity pool.
Drinks facing the yachts.
Live music every night
A restaurant and bar in Puerto Banús with live music and DJs seven days a week.
People-watching on the port
A long-running bar on the quayside in Puerto Banús, perfect for watching the yachts and the passers-by.
Clubs and shows.
Dinner and show
A restaurant with a dinner show, a nightclub and a members’ club, on the Golden Mile.
A Marbella night legend
A long-established nightclub and restaurant set in Andalusian-Moorish-style courtyards just off the Golden Mile.
Dinner as a show
A restaurant where dinner comes with performances and a party atmosphere.
Price guide per person, without drinks: € budget, €€ moderate, €€€ upmarket, €€€€ top end. Service is usually included in Spain; leaving 5–10% for good service is appreciated.
