What are the best Marbella beach clubs?
The beach club scene in Marbella has exploded over the last few years with lots of new establishments opening up and down the coast, including some top and well known brands. Trying to recommend the best is difficult as people prefer different things from the beach club experience. While some people want a lively setting with dancing and lots of music, others want a more tranquil setting lazing in the sun and sipping a few cocktails. Some people want the height of luxury being waited on with Champagne and canapés whereas others want a more traditional Spanish setting with a cold glass of sangria and some olives. The great thing about the Marbella beach club scene is that whatever your preference, there will most definitely be a beach club totally suitable for you.
The Most Popular & Famous Beach Clubs In Marbella
Beach clubs as we know them today are considered to have originated in St Tropez and Miami with the likes of Nikki Beach and Club 55. Fast forward a few decades later and you can now also find some of the world’s best beach club brands right here in Marbella.
Whether you want a relaxing and chilled day by the pool, or more energetic atmosphere dancing the afternoon away, there is a Marbella Beach Club that will suit.
In Marbella, the beach clubs offer a fusion of relaxation, luxury, and trendy social scenes against the backdrop of the stunning Mediterranean coastline. These exclusive clubs have become synonymous with the Marbella lifestyle, drawing in visitors from across the globe who flock to Marbella to take advantage of the fabulous sunny weather.
Beach clubs don’t just have to be for the rich and famous, although Marbella offers these too, they can be for families or beach lovers who want a more chilled and relaxed atmosphere.
Over the years one of the most famous beach clubs that really put Marbella on the map was Nikki Beach. It now has clubs all over the globe, but Marbella has become the central European hub.
Nikki Beach Marbella
Carr. de Cádiz, km 192, 29604 Marbella, Málaga Tel: +34 952 83 62 39
Renowned as the ultimate playground for the jet-set elite, Nikki Beach Marbella offers the height of luxury and extravagance. With its stylish white loungers, palm trees, and signature all-white decor, this beach club is a great example of a glamorous yet laid-back vibe. Guests can sip on handcrafted cocktails, indulge in gourmet cuisine, and dance to the pulsating beats of world-class DJs, all while soaking up the breath-taking sea views.
In the main season each day offers a unique experience from full moon parties to international DJ sets.
Customers compete for the VIP beds on the front-line of the pool but wherever you are, the beds and comfortable ideal for being a part of this special scene.
This luxury Marbella beach club is located in the East section of Marbella in the area called Elviria.
Ocean Club Marbella
Av. de Lola Flores, s/n, Nueva Andalucía, 29660 Marbella, Málaga. Tel: +34 952 90 81 37
This beach club is situated in the heart of Puerto Banus and it has become a magnet for the stylish and ‘ready to party’ crowd. Boasting expansive pool areas, plush sunbeds, and lavish VIP cabanas, this beach club offers a haven of relaxation and indulgence. Guests can enjoy poolside waiter service, live music performances, and an array of tantalizing culinary delights, making it a must-visit destination for those seeking a taste of the high life.
Over the years it became famous for its Champagne Spray parties and every summer it was the ideal place for a little bit of celeb spotting with UK soap stars, footballers and singers descending for a bit of fun in the sun.
Ocean Club is located just before you get to the main part of Puerto Banus accessible either via the beachfront promenade or via the back service road to leads into Puerto Banus.
La Sala by the Sea
Av José Banús, Nueva Andalucía, 29660 Marbella, Málaga Tel: +34 952 81 38 82
This beach club is situated in the heart of Puerto Banus and it has become a magnet for the stylish and ‘ready to party’ crowd. Boasting expansive pool areas, plush sunbeds, and lavish VIP ca
This Marbella beach club has become a must visit for many visitors to Marbella. Combining the elegance of a beach club with the vibrant atmosphere of a beachfront restaurant and bar, La Sala by the Sea offers a unique and dynamic experience. Guests can lounge on luxurious sunbeds, enjoy delectable cuisine inspired by Mediterranean and Asian flavours, and sip on signature cocktails while soaking up the sun. With its lively events and entertainment line up, this beach club promises endless fun and excitement for visitors of all ages.
During the summer there are dedicated weekends to some of the most popular weekenders that bring in even more visitors to enjoy a dance and drink in the sun.
As well as the main beach club, you can hire beds directly on the beach and still enjoy waiter service from your bed and access to the main club and pool. If you plan to have lunch we certainly recommend booking as external guests also book the restaurant.
NAO Pool Club
C/ Los Tilos, 29660 Nueva Andalucía, Marbella Málaga, (Spain) Tel: 650 300 300
Nao is not strictly a beach club as it is not actually by the beach, it is one of the new breed of such establishments that are ‘pool clubs’. Other than that everything else replicates a traditional beach club from the vibe and music to the food and fun. Once you are sipping cocktails around the pool in luxury sunbeds with the tunes belting out around you, it is hard to remember that the sea is a couple of kilometres away, but to be honest, so what!
Nao Pool Club is located in the Aloha area of Nueva Andalucia, just a 5 minute drive from the luxury marina of Puerto Banus. They have carefully designed a space that oozes atmosphere and has quickly become a very popular place for sun worshippers.
From the moment they open (usually in April) there is a full weekly entertainment programme. Beds are generally from €230 for 2 persons with an additional €100 minimum spend. For events it is also possible just to get a entrance pass from around €50 per person.
Play Padre Marbella Beach Club and Restaurant
s/n, Calle playa del cable, 29603 Marbella, Málaga Tel: +34 650 82 22 26
Playa Padre beach club and restaurant is located right on the beach on the area just to the edge of central Marbella. It is much more than just a beach club, it is an entertainment venue with a cult following. There is no pool at Play Padre beach club, but then again you are just a few short steps away from the sea. The beds are generally right on the sandy beach while the main restaurant forms the bulk of the chiringuito. This is definitely a more traditional style beach club with a luxury and cool vibe.
Playa Padre is very much about the music as well as the sun bathing. Don’t expect to go and have a nice relaxing sleep on a sunbed, go if you want to have a party in the sun with some great tunes pumping out while you drink and dance the day and night away.
The food is excellent quality and has a Mexican twist offering a varied and fun menu. Beds start from €120 per person, which is broken down to €50 for the bed and a €70 minimum spend on food and drink. Food is not stupidly expensive with tacos from €19 and main courses from €29.
La Cabane Beach Club - Los Monteros Marbella
C. Jabalí, 29603, Marbella, Málaga Tel: 951 55 22 16
La Cabane beach club is quite possibly one of the most luxurious settings in Marbella. Located in the former Los Monteros Hotel and now the Kimpton Los Monteros Marbella, it is partnered with the world famous brand Dolce & Gabbana, decked out in their signature blue and white pattern. This is a million miles away from the craziness of beach clubs like Nikki Beach and Ocean Club, this is refined and luxurious and part of a super luxury resort.
La Cabane beach club in Marbella not only combines some of the most delicious cuisine, its elegant décor and beds provide the perfect place to lay back and relax while sipping on a glass of Champagne or a cocktail (or two).
La Cabane is not for the beach ‘raver’. If you want loud music and dancing then this is not the right choice. If you prefer your beach club to be a place for relaxation and luxury, then this is 100% for you. The cuisine at La Cabane is also legendary and refined.