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Whether youโre planning a romantic weekend, a family holiday or a luxury beach escape, a swimming pool can make all the difference.
The good news is that Estepona has everything from boutique rooftop pools in the heart of the Old Town to huge beachfront resorts with multiple pools, spas and kidsโ clubs.
To make choosing easier, weโve started with hotels within walking distance of Esteponaโs Old Town before moving further along the coast.
Estepona Hotels with a Pool
Hotels with Pools in Estepona Old Town
Hotel Estepona Plaza โ โ โ โ
Best for: Couples, city breaks and first-time visitors
If your dream holiday is wandering through Esteponaโs flower-filled streets before relaxing beside a rooftop pool, Hotel Estepona Plaza is the clear winner.
Located just steps from Plaza Ortiz and La Rada Beach, this modern four-star boutique hotel is currently the only hotel within Esteponaโs Old Town to offer its own swimming pool.

The rooftop pool and sun terrace enjoy wonderful views across the rooftops towards the Mediterranean, making it one of the most desirable places to stay in the town centre.
Highlights
Good to know
If staying within the historic centre is important to you, Hotel Estepona Plaza is currently your only option if you also want a swimming pool.
Address: Plaza Ortiz, 8, 29680 Estepona, Mรกlaga
Phone: +34 952 80 45 62
Hotels with Pools Within Walking Distance of the Old Town
If youโre happy with a short stroll into the centre, youโll find a much wider choice of hotels with larger pools and more resort-style facilities.
H10 Estepona Palace โ โ โ โ
Best for: Families and beachfront holidays
A lovely adults-only hotel right in the center of Estepona old town

Around a 20-minute walk west of the marina, H10 Estepona Palace is one of Esteponaโs most popular beachfront hotels.
The hotel features two outdoor swimming pools, a separate childrenโs pool, direct beach access and an excellent spa. Itโs ideal for families wanting plenty of facilities while still being close enough to enjoy the Old Town.
Highlights
Address: Av. del Carmen, 99, 29680 Estepona, Mรกlaga
Phone: +34 674 95 47 77
Estepona Holiday Hills
Best for: Families and longer stays
Although technically an apartment resort rather than a traditional hotel, Estepona Holiday Hills deserves a place on this list thanks to its fantastic pool complex and convenient location.

Set on the hillside just above the town, itโs around a 15โ20 minute walk to the Old Town and offers spacious apartments with access to a large outdoor swimming pool, landscaped gardens and sports facilities.
Highlights
Address: Mirador de Estepona, Arrabal Ctra. Genalguacil, 29680 Estepona, Mรกlaga, Spain
Phone: +34 744 62 80 49
Beachfront Resorts West of Estepona
For travellers who want larger swimming pools, luxury facilities and direct beach access, the resorts west of Estepona offer some of the best accommodation on the Costa del Sol.
Elba Estepona Gran Hotel & Thalasso Spa โ โ โ โ โ
Best for: Luxury holidays
One of Esteponaโs best-known five-star hotels, the Elba combines elegant rooms with beautiful sea views and extensive pool facilities.

Guests can enjoy large outdoor swimming pools, an indoor thalassotherapy spa and direct access to the beach.
Highlights
Address: Carretera Estepona-Cรกdiz, km 151, 29680 Estepona, Mรกlaga, Spain
Phone: +34 952 80 92 00
Estepona Hotel & Spa Resort โ โ โ โ
Best for: Family holidays
Located just west of the town centre, this resort offers one of the largest pool areas in Estepona.

Families love the childrenโs facilities, spacious rooms and beachfront setting.
Highlights
Address: Arroyo Vaquero Playa, Autovรญa del Mediterrรกneo, KM 1075, 29680 Estepona
Phone: +34 952 89 91 00
Ona Valle Romano Golf & Resort
Best for: Golf breaks
Situated beside Valle Romano Golf Course, this resort is a favourite among golfers and those looking for a quieter holiday.

Accommodation is apartment-style, with several outdoor pools and beautiful mountain views.
Highlights
Address: Calle Flaminio, 2, 29680 Estepona, Mรกlaga, Spain
Phone: +34 932 02 96 11
El Molino Estepona
Best for: Couples and relaxing escapes
A hidden gem just outside Estepona, El Molino offers a completely different experience to the larger resorts.

Surrounded by mature gardens, the boutique hotel has a beautiful outdoor pool and an intimate atmosphere thatโs perfect for a peaceful getaway.
Highlights
Address: Diseminado la Cala, 145P, 29680, Mรกlaga
Phone: +34 609 17 53 84
East of Estepona (New Golden Mile)
If youโre happy to stay a little further east towards Marbella, youโll find several luxury resorts with outstanding pool facilities.
METT Hotel & Beach Resort Marbella Estepona โ โ โ โ โ
Best for: Luxury couplesโ escapes, beach clubs and stylish stays
If youโre looking for a contemporary five-star resort with a lively atmosphere, METT Hotel & Beach Resort is one of the standout choices on the New Golden Mile. With its chic design, beachfront setting and impressive pool area, itโs particularly popular with couples and travellers looking for a more luxurious Costa del Sol experience.

The hotelโs centrepiece is its large outdoor swimming pool, surrounded by plush sun loungers, palm trees and a vibrant poolside scene. Guests can also enjoy direct beach access, a modern spa, several restaurants and bars, and one of the areaโs most popular beach clubs.
Highlights
Address: Urb. Costalita s/n, 29680 Playa del Sol Villacana
Phone: +34 951 90 65 67
Exe Estepona Thalasso & Spa โ โ โ โ
Best for: Couples, spa breaks and great value
Located on the New Golden Mile between Estepona and Marbella, Exe Estepona Thalasso & Spa is an excellent choice for travellers who want to relax without paying five-star prices.
The hotel combines comfortable modern rooms with one of the areaโs best wellness facilities, making it particularly popular with couples.

Outside, guests can unwind beside the spacious swimming pool, while inside youโll find a renowned thalassotherapy spa offering seawater circuits, hydrotherapy pools, treatments and wellness experiences. Itโs a peaceful base thatโs within easy reach of both Estepona and Puerto Banรบs.
Highlights
Address: Cam. de Brijan, s/n, 29680, Mรกlaga, Spain
Phone: +34 952 89 94 99
๐ง How to Choose the Right One
- Old Town with a pool โ Hotel Estepona Plaza
- Luxury resort โ Elba Estepona Gran Hotel
- Family holiday โ H10 Estepona Palace
- Golf break โ Ona Valle Romano
- Boutique escape โ El Molino
- Modern beach resort โ METT Hotel & Beach Resort
- Apartment resort โ Estepona Holiday Hills
Final Thoughts
If you want to stay in the heart of Esteponaโs charming Old Town and have access to a swimming pool, Hotel Estepona Plaza is currently the standout choice.
However, if youโre happy to stay just outside the historic centre, youโll unlock a much wider range of hotels with larger pools, beachfront locations, luxury spas and family-friendly facilities.
Fortunately, nowhere in Estepona is far from the Old Town, meaning you can easily enjoy its cafรฉs, restaurants and flower-filled streets wherever you choose to stay.
Whether youโre planning a romantic getaway, a family holiday or a luxury escape on the Costa del Sol, thereโs a hotel with a pool in Estepona to suit every style of traveller.

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