Hotel Don Alfredo is a modest hotel close to the old town of Marbella, on the inland side of the seafront and a short walk from the lanes that surround the Orange Square. Marbella is often thought of as an expensive resort town, but a small central hotel like this one shows that you can stay in the middle of things without paying resort prices. The old town is the part of Marbella that feels like an Andalusian white town, with whitewashed houses, flower pots, small plazas and tapas bars, and staying close by lets you enjoy it at the quiet hours, in the morning and late evening, when the day visitors have gone.
Location and getting around. A hotel near the old town means that most of Marbella can be done on foot. The Orange Square, the church, the small museums and the lanes of the casco antiguo are close, and the seafront promenade and the beach are a ten to fifteen minute walk downhill.
The bus station and local buses link the town with Puerto Banus, San Pedro and Estepona, and taxis are plentiful. For day trips to Ronda, Gibraltar or the Caminito del Rey, tours collect visitors from central meeting points, and hire cars can be picked up in town.
Rooms and facilities. Small central hotels typically offer simple, clean rooms with private bathrooms, air conditioning and a breakfast option, with a front desk that can help with directions and tours. You should not expect resort pools, spas or large grounds, but you can expect convenience and a friendly welcome. Room sizes and street noise vary, so check the room details when you book, and ask for a quieter room if you plan to sleep early, as old town evenings can be lively in summer.
Who it suits. This is a good option for independent travellers, couples on a budget, solo visitors and anyone who wants to explore on foot and enjoy the restaurants of the old town. It is less suited to families who want a pool and a kids club, or to guests who want direct beach access and resort facilities. If you plan to hire a car, ask about parking, since the old town streets are narrow.
Planning your stay. Marbella is hot in July and August, so plan sightseeing early and use the afternoon for the beach or a siesta. Spring and autumn offer the best balance of weather and prices, and Easter week and August are the busiest periods, so book early. A good plan is to spend one day in the old town and on the promenade, one day on a Ronda or Gibraltar excursion, and one day on the beach or at Puerto Banus. Check cancellation terms and arrival times when you book.
Why stay here
- ✓Near the old town
- ✓Walk to the Orange Square
- ✓Walk to the seafront
- ✓Air-conditioned rooms (check when you book)
- ✓Private bathrooms
- ✓Breakfast option
- ✓Front desk assistance
- ✓Near restaurants and tapas bars
Good questions
Where is Hotel Don Alfredo?+
It is near the old town of Marbella, a short walk from the Orange Square and a longer walk down to the seafront. Check the exact address when you book.
Is it a good value option?+
Small central hotels cost less than beach resorts, which suits travellers who want to explore on foot.
Is there a pool?+
Pool and other facilities vary, so check what is offered when you book.
