The Iconic Luxury Hotels chain will open a 5-star hotel in Marbella in July.

The international firm Iconic Luxury Hotels will open the ‘Gran Marbella Resort & Beach Club’ in Marbella this coming July, a 5-star hotel located at Real de Zaragoza Beach with 135 rooms, as announced by the company this Thursday.

Owning spaces like Palm House, Hotel Excelsior Venice Lido Resort, and Clivedenhouse, the chain is making its debut in Andalusia with its first opening, which combines a cultural connection with contemporary elegance.

The resort, located at Real de Zaragoza Beach, will open its doors on the 1st of July to offer an option that “combines tradition and glamour through a discreet and sophisticated experience, where time stops to be enjoyed with the five senses,” they highlighted.

As detailed, the hotel will feature 135 rooms, of which 125 have a private terrace; exclusive suites with panoramic views and some with a private pool or jacuzzi or a meeting room.

Additionally, the 5-star will offer facilities befitting its category such as four swimming pools. This will be complemented on a gastronomic level with a restaurant specializing in Mediterranean cuisine and several bars located in the lobby, gardens, and green areas of Andalusian style.

Beach Club

Lastly, the hotel's offerings are expanded with the exclusive Amù Beach Club, which is part of the already established brand present in Monte Carlo, and will feature two swimming pools, dining facilities, direct beach access, and an exclusive spa with a sauna, Turkish bath, and pool, as indicated by the hotel company.

The 5-star proposal also includes a connection to the region's roots through workshops on crafts, tastings and samplings of local products, and experiences that connect with the local culture.

The design and architecture of the resort pay homage to Andalusia's Arab legacy and have been created by the Goddard Littlefair studio. Thus, the chain has emphasized "the wide horseshoe arches, the local stone masonry, and the ornate zellige tiles, which represent the craftsmanship of the region, while the delicate jali windows and lanterns convey that Moorish spirit to every corner of the hotel."

The CEO of Iconic Luxury Hotels, Andrew Stembridge, explained that ‘Gran Marbella Resort & Beach Club’ represents "an exciting milestone, expanding our portfolio to the vibrant heart of the Costa del Sol, in a unique enclave. This strategic expansion offers our guests an extraordinary international experience, allowing them to discover the incomparable beauty and cultural richness of this captivating coastal region."

This new luxury hotel in Andalusia will be the ninth property in the Iconic Luxury Hotels collection of L+R Hotels, which includes some of the world's most legendary resorts, such as the iconic Cliveden House and Chewton Glen in the United Kingdom. The addition of Gran Marbella Resort & Beach Club follows the recent opening of Palm House in Palm Beach, Florida, marking the group's third international venture.

“The imminent launch of Gran Marbella Resort & Beach Club represents a significant milestone for us. It is the next key piece in the international growth of Iconic Luxury Hotels, following the debut of Palm House in Florida in November 2024, and the recent acquisition of Hotel Excelsior in Venice Lido,” stated Francisco Macedo, Senior Vice President of Operations.