Steps from the beach, El Respiro is a serene coastal retreat with sea views and pool, having 4 self-contained cottages in walking distance of Sotogrande marina & Torreguadiaro. 11 bedrooms, sleeps 22
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Villa Kianga on Estepona’s Finca Cortesin estate near Sotogrande, offers 5 stylish bedroom suites & luminous modern interiors, this sophisticated villa is packed with modern amenities. Sleeps 10.
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A luxury family villa with private pool and views of Gibraltar, sitting between Estepona and San Pedro de Alcantara close to Selwo Safari park, just 1600m from the nearest beach on the Costa del Sol.
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Villa Kynthia is an elegant 6 bedroom luxury villa with staff, private gym, between Estepona & Puerto Banus, with panoramic sea views, close to restaurants, golf, tennis and beaches. Sleeps 14.
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Villa Sonata is a refined luxury hideaway on the Finca Cortesin estate between Estepona and Sotogrande, where guests can enjoy staying in a privately-owned property with the services of the Hotel Concierge. Spacious, sunny rooms are richly decorated in warm tones that breathe understated luxury while outside, tiered gardens look over the championship golf course to the sea.
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Villa Lusso, on the luxurious Los Flamingos resort in Benahavis, just a short drive west of Puerto Banus, has impeccable facilities rivalling a luxury hotel 8 bedrooms over 4/5 floors, sleeps 16.
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An exceptional contemporary villa in Los Flamingos, Benahavis, perfectly located with sea views on Villa Padierna Golf near Marbella and Estepona, sleeps 12, mini spa, gym, BBQ kitchen & heated pool.
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With an exclusive location between Estepona and Marbella, 7-bedroom, modern Casa Anneli has gorgeous beaches, great golf, top tennis and world-class restaurants all on the doorstep.
View propertySmaller, more relaxed and down-to-earth than neighbouring Marbella, Estepona nevertheless shares some of the same appeal – namely, the sunny climate, beautiful Mediterranean coastline, and everything that comes with it.
Estepona is surrounded by a great choice of beaches, watersports, golf courses and marinas, but it’s also a very charming little Spanish town with all the life, hustle, bustle and atmosphere that you’d associate with Andalucia.
Even when you’re strolling through the pretty streets, squares and parks of its charming historic centre you can always feel the presence of the sea. You’re never more than a few hundred metres from the endless kilometres of long beaches that line the coast here and look out over the Mediterranean to Gibraltar and North Africa.
A luxurious resort and a handful of hotels are situated just west of the town’s lively marina. Many of these have their own spa wellness centres and beach clubs. Nearby there’s a great choice of beachside cafés and seafood restaurants, nightlife spots and, of course, beautiful beaches.
The area also offers its share of first-class golf courses, equestrian centres and charming trips into the surrounding countryside – usually rewarded with a meal at a classic Spanish venta, or country restaurant.
The pleasures of Marbella and Puerto Banus are only 15 minutes’ drive, while pretty mountain villages like Casares and Gaucin are waiting to be discovered little more than half an hour away. Gibraltar and Sotogrande are also within easy striking distance.
The Estepona area is also home to a true luxury travel landmark: Finca Cortesin. This exclusive country club resort has the feel of a Spanish country estate, complete with beautifully appointed lounges, fine dining restaurants and a championship golf course – conclusive proof, if it were needed, that this part of the Costa del Sol can more than hold its own with the best of international five-star luxury.
For getting out and about, Estepona has an awful lot going for it, with sea, mountain and countryside activities all within a short distance of one another.
The long beaches of Estepona are obviously a popular spot for relaxing, lazing, sunbathing and taking in views across the Mediterranean to the outlines of Gibraltar and Morocco. In true Spanish style they’re also a sociable area, so expect to find ‘chiringuito’ beach bars, fish and seafood restaurants, volleyball nets and regular events such as beach football competitions.
If the beach is fronted by a stylish, modern beach club, then chances are it backs on to a luxurious hotel with its own set of swimming pools, tennis courts and padel tennis facilities. Being this close to the sea and the nearby marina, though, you may want to learn to snorkel, windsurf, jetski or even sail your way out into the shimmering blue Med.
If you prefer dry land there are many options within easy reach, too, starting with a half dozen of the Costa del Sol’s finest golf courses within a short drive.
Just inland from Estepona, the mountains rise up sharply. Here you can enjoy a gentle stroll amongst dramatic scenery, or you can be more active and cycle, hike, mountain bike, canyon or even mountaineer. It’s all right on your doorstep.
From fine dining to beachside bars and country road ventas via the traditional seafood restaurants and tapas bars of the old town itself, there are many ways to experience a taste of Andalucia in Estepona.
Naturally the cuisines on offer also feature Asian, Italian, French and other genres, but Estepona is above all known as a place to enjoy Andalucian gastronomy.
Especially recommended in summer are the beachside restaurants that specialise in grilled fish, seafood dishes and traditional ‘pescaito frito’ consisting of the catch of the day in a light tempura batter, all perfectly well accompanied by a cool glass of Fino.
Head into Estepona’s old town centre and you come across a great many tapas bars that serve a typical array of delicious small snacks washed down with a beer or a glass of wine.
If it’s a more substantial meal you have in mind, then follow the country roads inland and after 10 to 15 minutes you’ll start seeing roadside restaurants offering hearty country fare such as rack of lamb, suckling pig and stews – just the thing if you’re visiting Estepona in winter, too.
Estepona is not a shopping destination in the style of Marbella, Puerto Banus and Malaga. However, it does have a charming town centre full of shopping streets with a mix of boutique and traditional shops where you can pick up some local crafts and souvenirs.
Combine these with the fresh food markets and car boot sales, and it makes for an interesting mix – especially if you add the glamorous little beachside mall just east of Estepona. Known as Laguna Village, it naturally also comes complete with restaurants, beach clubs and seductively pampering spa treatments.
At The Luxury Villa Collection, our concierge services are designed to ensure you experience the very best Estepona has to offer.
We pride ourselves on the human touch and are committed to personalising your itinerary – we believe there’s no one-size fits all approach when it comes to planning your perfect trip.
We can help you discover the cultural heart of Southern Spain by organising private tours to Gibraltar and Tangier, where our knowledgeable local guides will unlock the secrets of the city, away from well-trodden tourist traps.
And the possibilities don’t end there. The coastline of Estepona is rich with marine life, so why not charter a private yacht and spend the day whale and dolphin spotting on the Mediterranean Sea? Or treat yourself to a private pampering session at home, with masseuses and beautician sent directly to your villa?
For all the foodies out there, allow us to plan unique cultural experiences such as cheese-making classes at local goat farm or wine tasting in the bodegas of Manilva. Our local Experience Manager will also be on hand to recommend the best local restaurants and beach clubs, ensuring you feel supported during every moment of your stay.
