In this article we go through tips for renting (for the holiday or long-term rental, so-called long stay) of houses and apartments in Marbella and the surrounding area; including accommodation directly at golf courses and beaches, etc.

During 2019, we are updating our daughter page with the majority of homes for rent in and around Marbella. Write to info@spanskafastigheter.se about the type of property you are looking for in the Marbella area (including Nueva Andalucia, Puerto Banus, etc.) that you want to rent and we will get back to you as there is a good chance that we have not yet had time to post what you are looking for , but already have it in our portfolio.

Our selection of homes for rent on the Costa del Sol is suitable for those who fancy a golf trip , or accommodation for the connoisseur who wants to live exclusively among luxury yachts and Ferraris around Puerto Banus in Marbella, etc. Accommodation types include everything from smaller studios to apartments and houses with 1-4 bedrooms (with several bathrooms and own kitchen) to large villas in the luxury segment , with pools and magnificent views from roof terraces.

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About long stay in Marbella

Spanska Fastigheter can offer long stays in the area on request. However, this is a rental for at least three months, a maximum of six months at a time.

However, when it comes to long-term rental for budget accommodation for families with children, for students or those who will work in the area, it is more difficult. What matters is finding something on the private market (see for example Blocket or Kyero etc.).

Rent a luxury home in or around Marbella

The market for luxury rental properties is strong in Marbella, (Puerto Banus, Nueva Andalucia and Benahavis mainly). There are few places in Europe where you can rent equally spectacular luxury houses or luxury apartments, etc. We have increasingly specialized in this type of luxury housing. Write to us if you are looking for a luxury villa on the outskirts of the city, or a penthouse near the beach. We will get back to you with suggestions and quotes. info@spanskafastigheter.se

The Marbella area offers

Sun and bath

Marbella's coastal strip is almost 3 miles long. There are beaches in central Marbella, but the finest beaches for those looking for a pure sun and beach holiday are around Don Carlos, Puente Romano and Cobopino. The area is among the sunniest coasts in Europe, and it rarely rains between May and October. As is usually the case, there is summer heat even in April and November, and the winters are mild and relatively free from precipitation.

Golf now

Around 50 golf courses can be found in the vicinity of Marbella. Most of them are world class. In fact, no other area in Europe can offer as many, and well-maintained, golf courses.

Shopping

In and around Marbella there are several shopping centers. However, the most fun is window shopping in the exclusive shops around Puerto Banus.

Celebrity and Jetset spotting

Already in the 50s, the area began to be visited by European princes and wealthy businessmen. The golden age occurred during the 60s when Marbella was perhaps the world's hottest party town for the international jet set elite. In recent years, Marbella's position as a destination for celebrities has begun to strengthen further. Among other things, it received a lot of publicity in the world press when the first lady Michelle Obama chose to spend her vacation in the city in 2010.

The food

As Marbella attracts well-heeled people from all over the world, it is only natural that the entire area has a range of restaurants that are world-class, with all the world's cuisines represented. Here it abounds with restaurants that have received a star in the prestigious Michelin guide. We mainly recommend that you make an excursion to the nearby mountain village of Benahavis, which is known as the “Costa del Sol dining room.”

Excursion destinations

The roads in Spain are very good, and so are the trains and buses. We suggest an excursion to the pearl of the east coast, Nerja . We also like to go on dolphin safaris to Gibraltar and visit the famous village in the mountains, Mijas.

Read more in our travel guide to Marbella

About accommodation in Marbella and the surrounding area

The areas with the most affordable housing for rent are Elviria, from the eastern parts of the Marbella area towards Estepona in the west. But it also abounds with options in popular holiday areas and villages such as Mijas , Mijas Costa and Mijas Golf, Fuengirola , Benalmadena , Calahonda , New Golden Mile, Bel Air, Puerto de Cabopino, Sotogrande , Riviera del Sol , etc. Overall, it moves about a hundred areas, by the sea, in mountain villages, right in the center of cities and right next to golf courses.

Ask for a price quote and get the prices down

A tip for those who want to rent for a little longer and get the best prices possible is to write directly to the owner or the booking company and ask for a quote. This almost always results in better prices. Especially then during the winter months, even in the more popular areas (note, Booking has already pushed the prices so this strategy applies to smaller players).

• Write to the home owner and state, in addition to the dates of your stay, how you want to live , number of bedrooms and any other wishes, such as if you want more than one bathroom, kitchen, etc.
• State which area you want to live in, or simply state preferences such as "close to the beach and town" or "secluded, preferably in a small village", or "by a golf course" etc.

Other information 

• Check-in normally takes place in most places after 17:00 and check-out takes place before 11:00.
• Please note that in most cases you do not need to clean the home when you leave it (cleaning fees are usually included in the price), and that bed sheets and bathroom towels , kitchen utensils, etc. must be available in each home upon arrival.

Extra services

Most booking companies can also help book transfers to and from the airport, arrange welcome packages, rent a car, arrange daily cleaning services or set up cots if needed, etc.

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More about long-term housing rentals

• The trend is clear overall on the Sunshine Coast, that tourists prefer to rent a home during the holiday rather than a hotel. You get more freedom in an apartment or in a house, and booking a hotel in Marbella is many times more expensive than renting a house. But there are also many people who want to try living for a longer time on the Costa del Sol before deciding to buy a home.
• The range in the Marbella area ranges, as previously mentioned, from smaller studios to larger apartments and houses. You also have the option of renting a luxury villa at reasonable prices for a longer period if you so wish.
• However, note that rents for homes in and around exclusive Puerto Banus and central Marbella are generally expensive. We usually advise customers who are going to study or work for short periods in the area to instead rent a smaller apartment on the outskirts of Marbella.
• Before you can rent a home for a longer period of time, most actors require proof of income , as a security for the home owner.
• When you first move into the house or apartment, it is customary for you to pay one month's rent, as well as a deposit of 1-2 months' total rent. However, this varies depending on the type of home and the rental costs for the property overall. The deposit is refunded the moment the home is returned in the same condition as when you first moved in. Any damages are paid for by the tenant.
• The tenant pays, in addition to the monthly rent, electricity bills, gas and water. However, the tenant does not pay area fees or property taxes for the property.

Read also:

• Rental of homes in Nerja (east of Malaga)
• Fly cheaply to Malaga Airport (which is 6 miles from Marbella)
• Car hire in Marbella is booked cheapest online
• Buy property in Marbella, Mijas, Calahonda, etc.
• Rent a house or apartment in Spain.

See video presentation about our rental of villas and apartments on the western Solkusten