Spain

Spain is our home turf. We live between Málaga and Marbella, and it shows in the depth of our coverage — 40+ hotels, restaurants, and beach clubs across the Costa del Sol, plus the emerging Málaga food scene.

Cities We Cover

  • Marbella — our flagship city, 28 reviewed places
  • Málaga — Spain’s emerging food capital
  • Madrid — new coverage coming

Where to Eat on the Beach in Marbella: 14 Real Chiringuitos & Beachfront Restaurants (No Beach Clubs)

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JP Where to Eat on the Beach in Marbella: 13 Real Chiringuitos & Beachfront Restaurants (No Beach Clubs) Here’s what nobody tells you about the best beach restaurants in Marbella: the best ones have no pool, no DJ, no velvet rope, and no minimum spend. They have plastic chairs, wood fires, and fish that came […]

The Best Asador Restaurants in Marbella: Where to Actually Eat Steak

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JP The Best Asador Restaurants in Marbella: Where to Actually Eat Steak Marbella has a serious meat problem — not a shortage of it, but a surplus of average steakhouses charging premium prices to tourists who don’t know better. Argentine parrillas are everywhere on the Golden Mile. Most are fine. A few are exceptional. And […]

Marbella’s Golden Mile: A Honest Guide to Every Luxury Hotel in 2026

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Discover six of Marbella’s top hotels offering a blend of luxury, style, and beachfront charm. From the iconic Marbella Club’s family-friendly elegance to Nobu Hotel’s modern Japanese-Peruvian fusion, and the adults-only vibe at Amàre Beach Hotel, these properties cater to couples, families, and solo travellers alike. Each hotel boasts excellent dining options, private beaches, and wellness facilities, making Marbella a premier destination for discerning visitors.

Alanda Hotel Marbella: The Only Halal Five-Star on the Golden Mile

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The Alanda Hotel sits on Marbella’s Golden Mile — the most prestigious stretch of coast in southern Spain — and does something no other five-star on that address does: operates entirely on halal principles. No alcohol, no pork, no compromise. Rooftop infinity pool, beach access, spa with hammam, and halal dining, all in one place. If you’ve been settling for less in Marbella, you don’t have to anymore.

Kimpton Los Monteros Marbella Review 2026 — Gran Lujo, Michelin Dining & Escondido Rooftop

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Reimagined for a new era of Costa del Sol luxury, Kimpton Los Monteros Marbella delivers a polished blend of 1970s glamour and contemporary design. Spacious, light-filled rooms, a lively rooftop scene, and a strong focus on dining and social spaces define the experience, while service is consistently praised for its warmth and attentiveness. Though slightly removed from Marbella’s centre, the hotel stands out as a stylish, self-contained retreat with a vibrant, modern edge.