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Architects will tell you that the first inspiration in the creative process of designing a home or complex comes from the plot itself. As Pablo Villarroel, who shaped Marbella Club Hills, says: “In the first instance, it is the setting that gives you the background, the material with which to work, and this information feeds […]

When it comes to picking a top travel destination in Europe for 2024, Marbella steals the spotlight. This isn’t just about the sun and the seaí¢€â€though, of course, they play their part. This year, Marbella topped the list of European Best Destinations and marked a significant shift in what travellers seek. Let’s dive into why […]

  Marbella Club Hills – sea, hills and skies   What do you do with almost 16 hectares of prime land between green hills and valleys overlooking golf and sea? You create a beautiful property development within a classic country club.           "The classic country club in question is the Marbella […]

DM - KnightFrank Marbella Market Report 2022 Main Takeaways

Earlier this month, FORBES Spain analysed the educational sector and produced a ranking of 100 best schools throughout Spain. Two of the top schools in Spain are in the Marbella area - its original article here. Due to the pandemic and the limited capacity for face-to-face attendance, the analysis of this list has undergone a […]

In the middle of a global pandemic and the related economic crisis, why should we be interested in the wealthy? Simply put, if we are to understand market and asset performance then they form a central part of the story.   Find below what the most important takeaways from the Knight Frank's Wealth Report 2021 […]

Marbella Club Hills Five-star residential living Marbella Club Hills, in the Marbella Club Golf Resort, is a luxurious community of villas and villa apartments that boasts country club living combined with the five-star amenities of one of Marbella’s most prestigious brands. Words: Michel Cruz Images courtesy of Marbella Club Hills It’s not every property development […]

ARTICLE #5 - 7 JULY, 2017 "MARBELLA CLUB HILLS IN FINANCIAL TIMES"   The arrival of a warm European summer brings the effervescent holiday-home seekers out of the woodwork after the long, dreary winter. A previous must-have location, Marbella saw its popularity decline shortly after the financial crisis. Since those dark days, however, Marbella has […]

Block 3 is close to its final roof, and Blocks 15 and 16 are rising. This month's progress, with photos from site. Phase 2, block by block Work on Phase 2 has moved on since our last update. Block 3 is close to its final roof, Blocks 15 and 16 are rising from their lower […]

In late 2024 we looked at why homes beside established golf courses tend to hold their value. Two years on, the case rests on firmer ground. The Costa del Sol has posted its strongest tourism figures on record, Benahavís prices have continued to rise, and the market as a whole has settled into a more […]

Phase 2, taking shape In the hills of Benahavís, between the mountains and the sea, the second phase of Marbella Club Hills is rising. Here is where construction stands this autumn, and the residences still available. 01 · CONSTRUCTION Blocks 3, 15 and 16 complete first Construction restarted in July and is moving steadily, with […]

Spain has the highest life expectancy in the EU. A look at the diet, daily rhythm and community behind the figures, and how they shape life at Marbella Club Hills.

Construction across Phase II is progressing steadily. We wanted to share a clear picture of where each part of the development currently stands — what is happening on site, what it looks like in practice, and what comes next. Below is a summary as of this month.   BLOCK 3 Most advanced block   The […]

The appeal of gated communities has expanded well beyond security. Across many of the world's prime residential markets, buyers are increasingly looking for homes that combine privacy, green space and a stronger sense of community alongside long-term investment potential. This shift reflects broader changes in how people define quality of life. While location remains important, […]

Across the Costa del Sol, international buyers have long shaped the property market. Yet even within this globally connected region, Benahavís occupies a distinct position. According to transaction data analysed from Spanish notary reports, approximately 84% of property buyers in Benahavís come from outside Spain. This makes it one of the most internationally driven residential […]

There is a number worth pausing on: 84. That is the average life expectancy in Spain — among the highest in Europe and, according to The Lancet, forecast to become the highest in the world by 2040. It is not an accident or luck, but the cumulative result of a culture, a climate, a cuisine, […]

The Costa del Sol has long attracted international buyers. What is changing today is not the level of demand, but the way buyers think about the region. Conversations that once revolved around opportunity now revolve around resilience: planning regulations, landscape preservation, infrastructure and the long-term stability of communities. International demand remains a defining feature of […]

There is a word in Spanish that has no direct translation in English: Sobremesa. Literally, it means “over the table". In practice, it describes the unhurried time spent lingering after a meal. Talking, reflecting, laughing, sometimes debating, long after the plates have been cleared. In Spain, meals do not end when the food is finished. […]