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Los Monteros, Marbella

One of the Costa del Sol's most exclusive addresses. Local knowledge from the people who live next door.

Everything you need to know about Los Monteros in two minutes

If Rio Real is one of Marbella's best-kept secrets, Los Monteros is its most coveted address. Stretching from Rio Real in the west to Alicate Playa and El Rosario in the east, Los Monteros spans some of the finest beachside real estate in Spain, world-class golf on the mountainside, and elevated villas with views that stop you in your tracks. Wide sandy beaches, an eco-reserve of natural dunes, five-star hotels, private golf resorts and some of Marbella's most exclusive residential communities — all within ten minutes of Marbella town centre.

To Marbella Old Town
10 minutes
To La Cañada
10 minutes
To Puerto Banús
20 minutes
To Málaga Airport
30 minutes
Golf
Two resort courses
Suits
Buyers who value privacy
Why Los Monteros

A category of its own

There are prestigious addresses across Marbella, but Los Monteros occupies a category of its own. This is not a busy tourist area. There are no public footfall zones, no crowded promenades. What you find instead is privacy, security and calm, combined with a location that puts you minutes from everything Marbella has to offer.

The beaches are wide, sandy and rarely crowded. The residential communities are immaculately maintained. The villas on the beachside are among the most beautiful on the Costa del Sol — many in traditional Andalusian style, with mature private gardens that take decades to establish.

It attracts a specific kind of buyer: one who values quality over visibility, and privacy over proximity to the party.

Views from Los Altos de Los Monteros over the Costa del Sol
Location

Where exactly is Los Monteros?

Los Monteros sits on Marbella's eastern edge, stretching between Rio Real to the west and Alicate Playa and El Rosario to the east. The area divides naturally into three distinct zones: the beachside, the mountainside golf resorts, and the elevated residential communities of Los Altos de Los Monteros above.

The Senda Litoral coastal boardwalk stretches from Marbella all the way to the western tip of Los Monteros, connecting the area to Rio Real and Marbella's seafront on foot or by bicycle.

Marbella Old Town
10 min
La Cañada Shopping
10 min
Puerto Banús
20 min
Málaga Airport
30 min
Hospital Costa del Sol
On site
Rio Real Golf
5 min
The Communities

The different areas of Los Monteros

Los Monteros is not a single development. It's a collection of distinct communities, each with its own character and appeal.

Beachside Los Monteros
Where Los Monteros makes its most powerful statement. Luxury villas in traditional Andalusian style with mature private gardens, and immaculately maintained apartment and townhouse complexes that set a standard rarely matched elsewhere on the Costa del Sol. Communities include Urbanización Los Monteros Palm Beach, La Morera Playa, Las Dunas Bahía de Marbella and Urbanización Bahía de Marbella.
Santa Clara Golf Resort
On the mountainside, Santa Clara Golf is surrounded by beautifully positioned residential communities including Santa Clara Homes and bespoke villas by Sands Villas. For golf lovers, the combination of course quality, community and setting is difficult to match anywhere on the Costa del Sol.
Higuerón Marbella Golf
The newer of the two mountain resorts, Higuerón Marbella Golf is surrounded by Higuerón Homes and AEDAS Soul Marbella. A world-class course with modern residential communities in a dramatic hillside setting.
Los Altos de Los Monteros
Head up from Rio Real or the Hospital Costa del Sol and you reach Los Altos — an elevated area of luxury villas and plots with some of the most spectacular views on the entire Costa del Sol. Privacy, space and exclusivity, within easy reach of the coast. The mirador up here is worth the drive before you even look at a single property.
"For investors, beachside villas in Los Monteros are among the highest income-generating holiday rental properties on the Costa del Sol. If you are considering buying to rent here, speak to us — holiday rental investment is one of our specialisms."
Beaches & Outdoor Living

Clean, wide and rarely crowded

The beaches of Los Monteros are among the cleanest and least crowded on this stretch of the Costa del Sol. The Senda Litoral boardwalk connects the western edge of Los Monteros to Rio Real and onwards to Marbella — perfect for morning walks, cycling or simply watching the kite surfers from the shore.

Las Adelfas
A beautiful eco-reserve of natural dunes, one of the few remaining protected coastal dune systems in the area. Peaceful, unspoilt and genuinely special.
Playa Los Monteros
Wide, sandy and rarely busy. The kind of beach where you can genuinely spread out, even in summer.
Palm Beach
Home to the Restaurante Palm Beach. This stretch of coastline combines elegant beachfront dining with easy access from the residential communities above.
Beach view along Los Monteros coastline
Dining & Beach Clubs

One of the best collections of restaurants on the Costa del Sol

Los Monteros has quietly assembled a restaurant and beach club scene that rivals anywhere on the Costa del Sol — without the chaos of Puerto Banús.

La Cabane Beach Club
Now in collaboration with Dolce & Gabbana, La Cabane is one of Marbella's most iconic beach venues. Glamorous, stylish and unmistakably Los Monteros.
El Kiosko Kitesurf
A favourite of locals and kite surfers alike. The perfect spot to watch the sunset with a drink in hand. Relaxed, unpretentious and genuinely beautiful in the evening light.
Jara Restaurant
Fine dining by celebrated chef José Carlos García, set within the Kimpton Los Monteros hotel. A serious restaurant for a serious occasion.
Restaurante Palm Beach
Elegant beachfront dining in a setting that feels a world away from the busier beach clubs further west.
El Olivo Restaurant
Set within the Higuerón Marbella Golf resort. Beautiful surroundings with excellent food — ideal after a round on the course.
Rachel's Eco Love
Our go-to for breakfast or brunch before meeting clients. Healthy, fresh and consistently excellent.
"The Escondido Rooftop Bar at the Kimpton Los Monteros is one of our favourite spots for sunset drinks. The views across the coast from up there are, quite simply, hard to beat."
Senda Litoral connecting Los Monteros to Marbella
Outdoor Living

An active life on the eastern Costa del Sol

Kite Surfing — The eastern beaches around Los Monteros enjoy some of the best wind conditions on the Costa del Sol, making this stretch a magnet for kite surfers and paddleboarders. El Kiosko Kitesurf is the natural hub.

Hiking — The hills behind Rio Real and Los Monteros contain some genuinely rewarding walking routes — quiet, dramatic and completely off the tourist trail. The Rio Real river walk is particularly beautiful in spring and autumn. For the ambitious, it is even possible to hike from Los Monteros up to the whitewashed village of Ojén. Not for the fainthearted, but the views are extraordinary.

Equestrian — Los Monteros is home to Hacienda Monte Marina Club Hípico, one of the area's finest equestrian centres, alongside the well-regarded Centro Hípico El Repique. For horse lovers, this combination is a significant draw — and one of the details that makes this corner of Marbella genuinely unique.

Education

An excellent range of schools within easy reach

Families relocating to Los Monteros have outstanding schooling options within minutes. Within five minutes: English International College, Las Chapas Bilingual School and Colegio Alborán. Within ten minutes: the public schools of Elvira, offering an excellent Spanish state education.

As local residents ourselves, we can speak from personal experience about the schools, the communities around them, and which options tend to suit different families. It is the kind of knowledge that does not appear in any brochure.

Practical Matters

Day-to-day life in Los Monteros

Hospital Costa del Sol
The Costa del Sol's largest public hospital is located in Los Monteros — a significant consideration for retirees, families and anyone who values having world-class medical facilities close to home.
Shopping
An Aldi supermarket sits directly beside the hospital, open seven days a week all year round — notably unusual for Spain. La Cañada Shopping Centre, with Mercadona, Carrefour and a full range of shops, is ten minutes away.
The Kimpton Hotel
The five-star Kimpton Los Monteros Marbella is one of the area's great anchors — a world-class hotel with spa, golf and tennis facilities. For residents, it adds enormously to the lifestyle on offer here.
Who lives here

Los Monteros suits many different lives

Golf Lovers

Two exceptional golf resorts on the mountainside, with Rio Real Golf just to the west. Few areas on the Costa del Sol can match this combination of course quality and residential setting.

Families

Excellent private and international schools within five minutes, safe residential streets, and beaches that are calm enough for children year-round.

Investors

Beachside villas in Los Monteros are among the highest-performing holiday rental assets on the Costa del Sol. Plots in Los Altos offer a different opportunity for buyers looking to develop in a genuinely premium location.

Privacy Seekers

No public footfall areas, immaculately maintained communities, and a setting that feels genuinely apart from busier Marbella — while remaining minutes away from everything.

Health-Conscious Buyers

The Hospital Costa del Sol, year-round supermarket access, excellent outdoor pursuits and ten-minute proximity to Marbella make everyday life here remarkably well-balanced.

"When you drive up to Los Altos de Los Monteros as the sun begins to drop, with the whole of the Costa del Sol laid out below you and the Mediterranean shimmering to the horizon, you understand immediately why the people who live here rarely leave."
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FAQ

Frequently asked questions about Los Monteros

Is Los Monteros a good place to live?
Absolutely. Los Monteros is one of the most exclusive and sought-after residential areas on the Costa del Sol, combining privacy and security with beautiful beaches, world-class golf and easy access to Marbella. It attracts discerning buyers from across Europe and beyond who want quality, calm and convenience in equal measure.
Where exactly is Los Monteros?
Los Monteros sits on the eastern side of Marbella, stretching from Rio Real in the west to Alicate Playa and El Rosario in the east. It is approximately ten minutes from Marbella's historic centre and around thirty minutes from Málaga Airport.
Is Los Monteros good for families?
Yes. Within five minutes you have some of the Costa del Sol's finest private and international schools. Within ten minutes, excellent public schools. The residential communities are safe, quiet and well-maintained, and the beaches are calm and uncrowded — ideal for families with young children.
Is Los Monteros a good investment?
Los Monteros consistently attracts strong demand from international buyers. Beachside properties, particularly villas, are among the highest-performing holiday rental assets on the Costa del Sol. Limited supply, exceptional location and the area's reputation for quality have supported long-term values. Plots in Los Altos de Los Monteros represent a different kind of opportunity for buyers looking to build a bespoke home in a premium setting.
Is Los Monteros busy in summer?
Compared with many coastal areas of Marbella, Los Monteros remains notably calm throughout the year. There are no public footfall areas within the residential communities, and while the beaches and restaurants become busier in summer, the overall atmosphere remains peaceful and private.
Which beaches are closest to Los Monteros?
Residents enjoy easy access to Playa Los Monteros, Palm Beach and the Las Adelfas eco-reserve of natural dunes — one of the few protected coastal dune systems remaining on this stretch of coast. The Senda Litoral boardwalk connects the area westward to Rio Real and Marbella.
Does Los Monteros have good restaurants?
Yes. Los Monteros has quietly become one of the best areas on the Costa del Sol for dining. Highlights include La Cabane Beach Club in collaboration with Dolce & Gabbana, Jara Restaurant by José Carlos García at the Kimpton hotel, El Olivo at Higuerón Marbella Golf, and the beloved local favourite El Kiosko Kitesurf for sunset drinks by the water.
Is there a hospital near Los Monteros?
Yes. The Hospital Costa del Sol, the largest public hospital on the Costa del Sol, is located in Los Monteros — making it an important consideration for retirees and families alike.
Why do you specialise in Los Monteros?
Because we know it. We live in the neighbouring community of Rio Real and have spent years exploring, working and living across this entire area. We know which beachside communities are the most sought-after, which golf urbanisations offer the best value, and which plots in Los Altos have the views that make them truly special. That is local knowledge you will not find on a property portal.

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From beachside villas to elevated plots with panoramic views, we can show you what's genuinely worth your time — and what isn't. That's the difference local knowledge makes.

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