Puerto Banús
Puerto Banús, once a tiny fisherman’s village, is now well known around the world as one of the most luxurious spots in Europe. This haven of super-luxury living and high society is a lively area with access to high-end properties, top services, beautiful beaches, lavish beach clubs and exclusive designer boutiques. The marina itself also boasts a glamorous nightlife scene and is surrounded by some of the best yachts and cars that money can buy!
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Location
History and iconic sites
Type of properties
Family living
Schools
Amenities
Unique about the area
Neighbourhoods
Location
Puerto Banús is located 4 miles west of Marbella Centre. It sits between the famous Golden Mile on one side and the beach of San Pedro Alcántara on the other side. It covers a surface area of 15 hectares, including one of Europe's largest and best-known ports.
History and iconic sites
While Marbella Golden Mile was experiencing a spectacular boom as a tourist destination among the European high society, royals and celebrities, the businessman Jose Banús saw an opportunity to provide Marbella’s international set with an exclusive marina. Noldi Schreck, who had previously been hired to design the Marbella Club Hotel and participated in the design and construction of Beverly Hills, moved Jose Banús away from his original designs of spectacular skyscrapers to develop instead a glamorous marina with a feel of an Andalusian fishing village in a more traditional Mediterranean architectural style. In May 1970, the port facilities as well as apartments and service areas were officially opened in a lavish ceremony, attended by a host of celebrities including film director Roman Polanski, Playboy founder Hugh Hefner and Prince Rainier and Princess Grace of Monaco, with Julio Iglesias singing to 1700 guests. Due to the success of the project, José Banús became the largest developer of residential tourism complexes on the Costa del Sol. The port took his name, and it soon grew beyond the two streets and the original harbour. It now has several tree-lined streets with a central ‘plaza’ or town square named after Malaga-born Hollywood actor Antonio Banderas. It has since become one of the largest entertainment centres in the Costa del Sol, with a port that houses some 900 boats, including several luxury super yachts belonging to the world’s wealthiest people, and with 5 million annual visitors.
Type of properties
Most of the properties in the area are luxury apartments and penthouses although some villas can also be found. Puerto Banús offers a beautiful coastline and sandy beach areas on both sides of the marina, where luxurious residential developments as well as villas are located. With frontline beach or further inland positions, they present a very exclusive, safe and quiet setting, tucked away from the vibrant vibes of the marina. The small area of the marina, on the other hand, offers bustling, waterfront, Andalusian-style apartments with balconies overlooking the iconic port.
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Family living
While, indeed, Puerto Banús itself is better known as a popular nightlife destination, the area is also an outstanding location for family life. Many urbanisations are perfect for families, with premium security, lush gardens and communal pools. There are also plenty of recreational opportunities with calm and sandy beaches; a promenade to walk around, ride a bike, or rent a Segway; and a movie theatre with an international programme that includes films in their original version. Not to mention the proximity to many prestigious schools.
Schools
Many of the most prestigious schools in the Costa del Sol are with only a 5-10 minutes’ drive from Puerto Banús. The closest ones are in the bordering neighborhoods of Nueva Andalucía, San Pedro and Golden Mile. Also, schools in Marbella Centre and Marbella East are not far, within an approximate 20-minute drive.
Amenities
Puerto Banús, with its endless options for dining, shopping and entertainment is the place to be and be seen. At the heart of the area, the marina itself holds the main part of amenities and most of the fun.
Beaches
The beaches in Puerto Banús are located on either side of the marina. To the east, there is Playa Puerto Banús, lined by beach restaurants, with a children’s play area and a great offering of water sports activities. On the other side of Puerto Banús are Playa Nueva Andalucía and Playa del Duque, home to the world-famous Ocean Club Beach Club, and La Sala by the Sea, another trendy beach club. Playa El Rodeito and Playa Ventura del Mar (a dog-friendly beach), are also located on this western side in the direction of San Pedro.
Sports
With its stunning marina and beautiful beaches, Puerto Banús is the perfect place to practice all sorts of water and nautical sports. One can enjoy the thrill of jet skiing, banana boating, or flyboarding; hire a yacht or a sailing boat for the day and enjoy breathtaking sunsets; or go on fishing and dolphin expedition yachts. Also, there is a wide range of wellness centres to keep fit as well as the promenade of Puerto Banús offering lots of space for walks or running in the open air. Moreover, most urbanisations have private tennis and paddle courts, and the prestigious golf courses in the Golf Valley are only a 5-10-minute car ride away.
Shopping
Puerto Banús is a fashion-lover and shopper paradise! Most world-famous designer brands have flagship stores in Puerto Banús. Dolce & Gabbana, Hermès, Versace, Gucci, Dior, Tom Ford and Louis Vuitton, to name just a few, are dotted around the marina. There is also El Corte Inglés, a department store home to designer labels, perfumes, cosmetics and electrical items, including restaurants, hairdressers and a supermarket; and Marina Banús, a shopping centre with high street brands as well as smaller independent boutiques. Moreover, one can find fantastic art galleries and home decor shops around the area. During the summer months, there is also a street market in Plaza Antonio Banderas with boutique pop-up stores selling anything from hand-made jewellery and vintage clothing to antiques and unique fragrances.
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Nightlife
Puerto Banús is famous for its party lifestyle both day and night. But it is nighttime when Puerto Banús comes alive. There is a great selection of nightlife options: bars that turn into nightclubs like the lively News Cafe or the legendary Joys Club Bar with live music entertainment; nightclubs with DJ sets until the early hours of the morning, such as Funky Buddha, Habana de Hemingway or Pangea with spectacular views over the harbour and Marbella; and cocktail bars such as Astral with its pirate ship décor. Moreover, beach clubs and other venues in the area organise private parties during the summer months.
Entertainment
Aside from the beaches, sports, shopping, and nightlife scene there are other opportunities for entertainment around Puerto Banús: a ferry ride from Puerto Banús to Puerto de Marbella and the charming Marbella Centre; a pampering day in one of the many prestigious beauty salons and spas in the area; or fun family time in Holo VR Zone, entertainment and virtual reality centre with a variety of games and activities.
Hotels
Here there is the 5-star Gran Hotel Guadalpín Banus, with an excellent beachfront location. Then, one can find 4-star hotels in the areas such as Benabola Hotel & Suites, with its magnificent rooftop; the family-friendly Meliá Marbella Banús, soon to be rebranded as the exclusive 5-star Hotel Me Marbella; Occidental Puerto Banús, in the heart of Puerto Banús; or the charming Andalusian style BlueBay Banús.
Restaurants
Puerto Banús has an extensive choice of restaurants, from classic Spanish to worldwide cuisine. For Italian flavours, Amore E Fantasia and the old favourite Pizzería Picasso; for meat lovers, El Gaucho and Tango with a great Argentinian grill selection; for an authentic American diner-style, Jack’s Smokehouse and its barbecue experience; for Spanish cuisine, the elegant and casual Los Bandidos; for fresh seafood on the sand, Camuri and Mistral; for party and dine, the restaurants at La Sala by the Sea and Ocean Club Marbella; for Asian food and fusion, Naga Thai Restaurant and Inimitable; and for dessert, the Instagram-style, Las Rosas Café. Many are located on the marina with lovely views over the harbour or on the charming back streets with the typical Andalusian touch.
Essentials
Here, El Supermercado de El Corte Inglés offers a wide range of goods, with organic options and a gourmet section of luxurious products from across the globe. Also, a convenience store open 18 hours all year around can be found nearby. Regarding healthcare, Helicópteros Sanitarios, a well-known home doctor medical service provider, and the prestigious HC Marbella International Hospital are located within the area.
Unique about the area
Puerto Banús is the perfect location for a luxurious and glamorous lifestyle, surrounded by an Andalusian feel and with all the amenities and attractions nearby. With a lively atmosphere and cosmopolitan vibes, it is the place to socialise, indulge and shop!
Neighbourhoods
The main areas in Puerto Banús are the Marina and Port zone, the Urban Streets and Plazas behind the marina and the Beach Sides on either side of the port.
If you think Puerto Banus can be the place for you, contact me and I will help you find your dream property and your perfect slice of this incredible lifestyle.
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