Boutique hotels on the Costa del Sol aren’t common, but for those on holiday in Spain and keen to sample a luxury hotel in Marbella, Hotel Claude is a priority. Located in the heart of Marbella’s Old Town, only five minutes walk from the beaches in the town. This intimate and stylish boutique hotel is located within a 17th-century mansion townhouse characterized by a gorgeous and unique stucco façade. This chic retreat, which used to be an artist´s club, has been lovingly and meticulously restored and fitted out to a high level of comfort. This is no ordinary luxury hotel on the Costa del Sol.
Hotel category: 5 ***** Boutique Hotel
Location: In heart of Marbella’s Old Town, opposite Santo Cristo church and within five minutes’ walk from the beach.
Style: A typically Andalucian stone house offering a mixture of classic architecture with a modern touch of design.
Price: From €245 to €360
Contact: Tel. (+34) 952 900 840 Fax (+34) 952 766 272
Calle San Francisco No.5 (Casco Antiguo) 29601 Marbella, Málaga.
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There are many 5 star hotels in Marbella, but only Hotel Claude offers an oasis of calm in the core of the old town.
Hotel Claude is named after the opera singer Claude Devoize, whose Marbella home was a meeting point for A-list artists and artistes of the time. Hotel Claude’s unique location – opposite the historic Santo Cristo church and the almost as historic Ana María flamenco venue – gives us a clue to the feel of the hotel. Set in a 17th century stone mansion, Hotel Claude oozes history and ambience and could well be the most atmospheric boutique hotel in Marbella.
Hotel Claude’s six double rooms and one luxury suite – the ultimate in luxury boutique hotels in Marbella – are decorated in elegant modern style. The combination of warm colours and natural materials – terracotta, sandstone and leather – give Hotel Claude that homely touch so often missing from larger hotels. Hotel Claude makes no concessions to the very latest in high-technology. Each room comes equipped with 32” flat-screen TVs and iPod sound decks. And to top the luxury experience, the 8-table restaurant – aptly named ‘Le Bijou’ – serves gourmet fare created by Michelin star chef, Tell Wagner.
Visitors praise Hotel Claude’s warm welcome – a reflection of Andalucian legendary hospitality – and its balcony breakfasts. Ideal for that romantic break, honeymoon or anniversary occasion, Hotel Claude offers tranquil luxury just a step away from the Costa del Sol action. The only downside to this boutique hotel on the Costa del Sol is that with just seven rooms, they may be all taken.