Location. The Marriott Playa Andaluza resort is located on the Costa del Sol, in the seaside town of Estepona, Spain, overlooking the beach. It lies 19 kilometres from the upmarket resort of Puerto Banus and 25 kilometres from Marbella.
Hotel Features. The five-storey Marriott Playa Andaluza is built in traditional Spanish villa style and is surrounded by gardens, with direct access to the beach. The hotel has a steam room, sauna, jetted tub, and massage treatments and beauty services are available. There is a kids' club for 3 to 12 year olds and a playground. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can offer currency exchange and concierge services. Complimentary parking is available.

Solera restaurant serves international dishes with Andalucian flavours in a Mediterranean setting. The Matas Verdes Beach Bar is open for lunch and offers Spanish specialities. The Market Place shop serves international dishes and food to take away.

The hotel has an outdoor swimming pool surrounded by palms and overlooking the beach, with a poolside bar. There is also an indoor pool and an outdoor children's pool.

Guestrooms. The 171 villas and guestrooms have bright decor, traditional upholstered furnishings, and balconies with sea or garden views. Suites have two bedrooms, separate sitting and dining areas, and kitchens. All are equipped with satellite television and climate control. Rooms include high-speed Internet connections, DVD players, hair dryers, and safes.

Expert Tip. Take a stroll through the Andalucian Old Town of Estepona with its whitewashed houses and balconies bedecked with flowers. It is just three kilometres from the Marriott Playa Andaluza.