Anantara Villa Padierna Palace Benahavís Marbella Resort

Anantara Villa Padierna Palace, run by minor hotels under the Anantara brand is a hidden gem. It’s a 5 star grand luxury hotel, known for its classic palace style architecture, multiple awards, and unique position surrounded by several golf courses. This is one of our favorite hotels, for just a great breakfast, a drink in the bar, dinner, spa or even to stay over at a special occasion.

Inside the hotel you will find several restaurants and dining concepts, including Ola Beirut Lebanese cuisine, 99 sushi bar, La Veranda, the main breakfast buffet, and Eddy’s Bar.

The spa is considered one of the best on the coast and offers memberships at roughly 500 EUR per month. Facilities include cold plunge pools, relaxation rooms, salt therapy rooms, steam rooms, Balinese scent therapy areas, Olympic style showers, hammam, and more than 10 sauna and thermal experiences including Finnish sauna, ice dispensers, and contrast therapy areas.

Villa Padierna is also well known for hosting weddings, private events, and cultural experiences year round, including candlelight tribute concerts and special seasonal events. The rooms follow a traditional luxury style and some terrace rooms allow pets, which is rare for this level of hotel on the Costa del Sol.

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