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Los Monteros BEACHFRONT PRESTIGE ON MARBELLA'S EAST COAST

What is Los Monteros?

Los Monteros is one of Marbella's most established luxury beachfront neighbourhoods, anchored by the landmark Hotel Los Monteros (now being redeveloped) and the Don Carlos Resort. The area stretches along a prime section of east Marbella coastline with wide, sandy beaches.

Residential properties include large beachfront villas, hillside estates and several well-maintained urbanisations. The area has a mature, settled character with large plots and established gardens.

Where is Los Monteros?

Airport Málaga (AGP) 46 km / 36 min
Beach Los Monteros beach, walking distance
Supermarket Elviria commercial centre, 5 min
Schools Swans International, 5 min; English International College, 10 min
Golf Río Real Golf, 5 min; Santa Clara Golf, 5 min
Hospital Hospital Costa del Sol, 5 min; Quirónsalud Marbella, 12 min
Getting Around Yes, essential
Property Types Beachfront villas, hillside villas, apartments in urbanisations

Who lives in Los Monteros?

Established wealthy families and long-term expats, predominantly British, German and Scandinavian. Los Monteros has a loyal community of owners who appreciate its beachfront position, mature gardens and relative quiet compared to the Golden Mile.

What can you do in Los Monteros?

Eat & Drink

Don Carlos Resort restaurants Multiple dining options within the resort
Chiringuito Los Monteros Beach bar with fresh fish and paella
El Lago Michelin-starred restaurant at Greenlife Golf nearby
Bibo Marbella Dani García's casual dining, 5 min

Sport & Fitness

Don Carlos Resort tennis Tennis courts and fitness centre
Los Monteros beach walks Long, flat sandy beach ideal for exercise
Santa Clara Golf 9-hole course nearby
Río Real Golf 18-hole course, 5 min

Wellness

Don Carlos Spa Resort spa with treatments and thermal circuit
Hospital Costa del Sol Public hospital with wellness services, 5 min

Kids & Family

Swans International School British school, 5 min drive
English International College British curriculum, 10 min
Los Monteros beach Wide sandy beach safe for children
Aventura Amazonia Elviria Treetop adventure park, 8 min
Los Monteros

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Los Monteros beachfront?

Yes, the southern part of the neighbourhood has direct beach access. Some properties are frontline beach.

What are property prices?

Beachfront villas from €3 million to over €10 million. Apartments in urbanisations from €500,000.

What happened to the Hotel Los Monteros?

The iconic hotel is undergoing redevelopment into a luxury resort, expected to revitalise the area.

Is it quiet?

Yes, one of the quieter luxury areas. Less traffic and nightlife than the Golden Mile.

Are there shops nearby?

The nearest commercial centre is in Elviria, about 5 minutes drive. Marbella centre is 10 minutes.

Is the beach good?

Excellent. Wide, sandy and well maintained, with chiringuitos and sunbed service in season.

Is it a gated community?

Some urbanisations within Los Monteros are gated, though the area as a whole is not.

How far is the airport?

About 36 minutes to Málaga airport via the AP-7 motorway.

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