The Pinomar Playa Hotel is 200 metres from the beach and 4 miles from the centre of Marbella. Marbella is one of the Costa del Sol`s major tourist centres with varied facilities and services. Puerto Banus has a lovely marina. Marbella is also a paradise for golf lovers with a dozen courses in the area. The area benefits from the protection of the Sierra Blanca mountain range creating a mild climate all year round.

Right Choice

This hotel will appeal to families and couples looking for accommodation in a quieter area close to the beach but with all the attractions of Marbella centre nearby.

Location and Resort

This modern styled hotel has 140 rooms split between the `Torre` and `Casona` buildings. The hotel has pleasant gardens built around a themed pool with slides and fountains. Marbella is well positioned for holidays in Spain and exploring the surrounding resorts including Granada, Cordoba, Seville, Ronda, Tangiers and the Sierra Nevada ski slopes.

Swimming Pools

There is an outdoor themed swimming pool with a waterslide, and also an indoor pool.

Eating and Drinking

The hotel has a restaurant, 2 bars and a poolside snack bar. The hotel operates an All Inclusive option which includes breakfast from 8am to 10.30am, lunch between 1.30pm and 4pm and dinner from 7pm to 10.30pm, all buffet style with show cooking, served in the main restaurant. During meals water, beer, wine, soft drinks, etc are offered. Snacks such as tapas, Russian salad, sauce meat, cheese, etc (rotating menu) are available between 11am and 1pm at the pool bar. Locally produced alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are served from 8am to midnight at selected bars.

Accommodation

All have bathroom/shower WC TV telephone hairdryer air conditioning * (certain amenities may be payable locally)

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