Hotel Don Pepe A Gran Melia Hotel

💆 Perfect for spa days and wellness downtime
🌊 True seafront setting on Marbella’s Golden Mile
🤝 Polished, attentive service with a luxury feel
🍣 Five restaurants from grill to Japanese sushi
♻️ Certified Sustainable Hotel (GSTC-recognised standard)
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout

Official rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Rooms: 194 | Floors: 8 | Lifts: 3

Board options: Bed and Breakfast, Half Board, Full Board

Child age guidelines: up to 11 yrs for child pricing (family-friendly hotel; not adults-only)

Perfectly placed on Marbella’s iconic Golden Mile, Hotel Don Pepe A Gran Melia Hotel opens straight onto the beachfront promenade, the Paseo Marítimo. From here you can wander along the coast to beach clubs and casual chiringuitos, or head inland to Marbella’s atmospheric Old Town with its cobbled lanes and orange-tree-filled squares. Puerto Banus Marina, with its designer boutiques and superyachts, is an easy taxi ride away for a glamorous evening out.

Beachfront: direct access to the seafront promenade
Nearest shops, bars & restaurants: approx. 400m
Marbella resort centre / Old Town: approx. 1.7km
Puerto Banus Marina: approx. 6.7km

Approx. transfer time from airport: 1 hour from Malaga (AGP)

Marbella, Costa Del Sol, Spain

Dining is a real highlight here, with a collection of venues that feel more like a curated restaurant quarter than a single hotel.

Veranda serves an abundant breakfast buffet each morning with show cooking and plenty of healthy options. For long, lazy lunches by the pool, Bardot offers à la carte international dishes in a relaxed setting (seasonal).

On the beachfront, Gran Cafe Cappuccino is the stylish all-day spot for breakfast, lunch and dinner with international favourites and ocean views, while Tahini Restaurant & Sushi Bar specialises in Japanese cuisine and sushi overlooking the sea – ideal for date nights.

Erre & Urrechu – Winery Grill celebrates Spanish and local flavours with an emphasis on grilled meats and superb wines. Evenings continue at the elegant Audrey Lounge & Bar on the terrace, or the casual pool bar for daytime drinks and snacks in summer.

Smart dress codes, reservations and supplements can apply depending on the venue and your chosen board; offerings may change by season.

The resort is wrapped around a beautifully landscaped pool area that flows towards the Mediterranean. You’ll find:

• Two outdoor freshwater pools, including a main pool with children’s section and a dedicated children’s pool, framed by sunbeds and chic Balinese beds (use of Balinese beds is payable).
• An indoor heated freshwater pool, ideal for cooler days or a quieter swim.
• Complimentary pool towels so you can travel lighter.

Step beyond the gardens and promenade to reach Marbella’s beach for sand-between-the-toes strolls, morning jogs or sunset walks along the coast. Loungers and beach facilities are available locally.

Spa lovers are particularly well catered for. The on-site spa includes a sauna, a menu of massages and beauty rituals, plus an on-site hairdresser for a full holiday refresh (treatments and salon services carry an extra charge and minimum age is typically 12+).

Workouts are taken care of in the air-conditioned gym, equipped with cardio machines, free weights and a steam room. There’s also aerobics and fitness classes, plus the option to play paddle and tennis (some activities require a reservation and/or charge). Table tennis is available for a more laid-back game.

Entertainment is generally low-key and stylish. Expect daily daytime activities in high season, including racket sports and family-friendly sessions, and frequent evening entertainment with live music from June to September. In the cooler months, there’s a lighter programme of occasional daytime and evening entertainment, also centred on live music. There can be periods with no scheduled entertainment, keeping the atmosphere relaxed.

Around the resort you’ll also find concierge and currency exchange services, luggage storage and helpful touches like English-language newspapers, all backed up by Gran Melia’s polished service style.

Classic Double or Twin Room with Mountain View (also for Sole Use)
Sleeps: 1–4 (sole-use variant sleeps 1.
Elegant, comfortable rooms overlooking the mountains, ideal as a peaceful retreat after a day on the promenade. Expect a soothing, contemporary style with quality linens and thoughtful amenities.
Room facilities include: flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi, safety deposit box, ironing board and iron, coffee making facilities, kettle, pillow menu, turndown service, bathrobe and slippers, hairdryer, minibar (chargeable), bathroom with bath and shower attachment, air-conditioning, daily cleaning and towel change, linen changes on request.

Premium Room with Garden View
Sleeps: 1–3
Bright rooms looking out over the hotel’s lush gardens. A great option if you like stepping onto your balcony to greenery and resort views.
Facilities: flat-screen TV, Wi-Fi, safety deposit box, balcony, iron, coffee making facilities, kettle, pillow menu, turndown service, bathrobe and slippers, hairdryer, minibar* (charge), bathroom with bath and shower attachment, air-conditioning, daily cleaning and towel change, linen changes on request.

Premium Room with Sea View / Supreme Room with Sea View
Sleeps: 1–3
Upgrade to sea views for that Marbella “wow” moment each morning. Supreme rooms add an extra sense of space and prime positioning, with balconies orientated towards the Mediterranean.
Facilities: as per Premium Garden View, with balcony and sea views.

Red Level Deluxe Room with Frontal Sea View
Sleeps: 1–3
For a more exclusive stay, Red Level Deluxe rooms combine frontal sea views with enhanced services. Red Level guests enjoy access to the Red Level Lounge with drinks and snacks, a private breakfast service in the lounge, pillow menu, turndown service, welcome gift, luxury toiletries, complimentary late check-out (subject to availability) and a capsule coffee machine with daily refills.
Facilities: flat-screen TV, Wi-Fi, safety deposit box, balcony, iron, coffee making facilities, kettle, pillow menu, turndown service, bathrobe and slippers, hairdryer, minibar* (charge), bathroom with bath and shower attachment, air-conditioning, daily cleaning and towel change, linen changes on request.

Red Level Supreme Room with Sea View
Sleeps: 1–3
Similar to the Red Level Deluxe but with a Supreme layout and sea views that make the most of the hotel’s seafront setting. Red Level inclusions as above, including lounge access and upgraded in-room amenities.

Grand Suite Room with Ocean View
Sleeps: 1–4
A superb choice for longer stays or families wanting more room to unwind. Grand Suites include a separate bath and shower, generous living space and expansive ocean views.
Facilities: flat-screen TV, Wi-Fi, safety deposit box, balcony, iron, coffee making facilities, kettle, pillow menu, turndown service, bathrobe and slippers, hairdryer, minibar* (charge), bathroom with bath and separate shower, air-conditioning, daily cleaning and towel change, linen changes on request.

Red Level Ocean Junior Suite
Sleeps: 1–4
Combining suite-style space with Ocean views and Red Level perks, these junior suites are excellent for couples wanting more room or families looking for an upmarket base. Some come with balcony or terrace.
Facilities: flat-screen TV, Wi-Fi, safety deposit box, iron, coffee making facilities, kettle, pillow menu, turndown service, balcony or terrace, bathrobe and slippers, hairdryer, minibar* (charge), bathroom with bath and shower attachment, air-conditioning, daily cleaning and towel change, linen changes on request, plus full Red Level inclusions.

*Local charges apply for some amenities such as the minibar. Images indicative; layouts/views may vary.

💪 Air-conditioned gym with cardio and free weights
🧘 Aerobics and fitness classes (seasonal)
🎾 Paddle and tennis courts (local charges may apply)
🏓 Table tennis
🎭 Seasonal daytime activities including family games and racket sports
🎷 Evening live music several nights a week (programme varies by season)

🛎️ 24-hour reception and concierge service
💼 Luggage storage for early arrivals/late departures
💱 Currency exchange and English newspapers
🧴 Full-service spa with sauna, massages and beauty treatments*
💇 On-site hairdresser*
👨‍👩‍👧 Children’s club (5–12 yrs, seasonal) with arts, crafts, sports and games
🍼 Baby-changing facilities near the pool
☕ Kettle hire available on request if not already in room
♻️ Certified Sustainable Hotel, working to GSTC-recognised standards

*Some services and facilities incur an extra charge and may be subject to seasonal schedules.

Marbella combines beach life, nightlife and history in one compact stretch of coast. Expect more than 20 beaches, a long seafront promenade and a charming Old Town backed by 10th-century Moorish walls. Puerto Banus adds designer shopping and marina glamour just up the road.

Language: Spanish
Currency: Euro (€)
Time difference: GMT +1 (GMT +2 in summer)
Average flight time from UK: approx. 3 hours
Transfer time to Marbella: approx. 1 hour by road from Malaga (AGP)

Information is based on supplier details and may change seasonally; some facilities operate subject to occupancy or weather. For entry rules and health guidance see the UK FCDO Spain advice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is Hotel Don Pepe A Gran Melia Hotel right on the beach?
Yes. The hotel enjoys a prime seafront setting on Marbella’s Golden Mile, just off the Paseo Marítimo promenade. You step out through the gardens and across the promenade to reach the beach and Mediterranean Sea.

2. What board bases can I book at Hotel Don Pepe A Gran Melia Hotel?
You can book Bed and Breakfast, Half Board or Full Board. Full Board typically includes buffet-style breakfast and à la carte lunch and dinner in selected restaurants, though venues and inclusions may vary by season and are confirmed locally.

3. What are the benefits of booking a Red Level room?
Red Level rooms come with a series of VIP extras: access to the Red Level Lounge with drinks and snacks, a private breakfast service in the lounge, pillow menu, turndown service, luxury toiletries, a welcome gift, complimentary late check-out subject to availability and a capsule coffee machine with capsules topped up daily. Room locations and views are also typically more premium.

4. Is Hotel Don Pepe A Gran Melia Hotel suitable for children?
Yes. While the ambience is elegant and grown-up, families are warmly welcomed. There’s a children’s pool, kid-friendly options and highchairs in several restaurants, and a seasonal children’s club for ages 5–12 years offering games, crafts and sports. Children up to 11 years generally benefit from child pricing on selected room types.

5. Does the hotel have a spa and indoor pool?
The hotel features a spa with sauna, massage menu, beauty treatments and an on-site hairdresser, plus a heated indoor freshwater pool. Spa and salon services usually carry an extra charge and may have age restrictions (commonly from 12 years), while the indoor pool can be particularly appealing in cooler months.

6. What is the approximate transfer time from Malaga airport?
Transfer time from Malaga Airport (AGP) to Hotel Don Pepe A Gran Melia Hotel is around 1 hour by road, depending on traffic and whether you opt for a shared coach or private transfer.

7. Is Wi‑Fi available at Hotel Don Pepe A Gran Melia Hotel?
Yes, free Wi‑Fi is available throughout the hotel, including guest rooms and most public areas, so you can stay connected and share your Marbella moments with ease.