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Hotels in Estepona with Swimming Pools

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Looking for the best hotels in Estepona Old Town? From boutique stays to hidden gems just steps from the beach, here are the top places to stay right in the heart of the action. Here’s my 2026 guide to the Best Hotels in Estepona Old Town.

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Whether youโ€™re 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, weโ€™ve started with hotels within walking distance of Esteponaโ€™s Old Town before moving further along the coast.

Estepona Hotels with a Pool

Hotel Estepona Plaza
H10 Estepona Palace
Estepona Holiday Hills
Elba Estepona Gran Hotel & Thalasso Spa
Estepona Hotel & Spa Resort
Ona Valle Romano Golf & Resort
El Molino
METT Hotel & Beach Resort
Exe Estepona Thalasso & Spa

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 Esteponaโ€™s 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 Esteponaโ€™s 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

Rooftop pool
Adults-friendly atmosphere
2-minute walk to La Rada Beach
Right beside the Old Town restaurants
Modern, stylish rooms

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 youโ€™re happy with a short stroll into the centre, youโ€™ll 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

White resort with blue pool

Around a 20-minute walk west of the marina, H10 Estepona Palace is one of Esteponaโ€™s most popular beachfront hotels.

The hotel features two outdoor swimming pools, a separate childrenโ€™s pool, direct beach access and an excellent spa. Itโ€™s ideal for families wanting plenty of facilities while still being close enough to enjoy the Old Town.

Highlights

Two outdoor pools
Childrenโ€™s pool
Beachfront location
Spa and wellness centre
Family entertainment

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.

Resort pool at dusk

Set on the hillside just above the town, itโ€™s around a 15โ€“20 minute walk to the Old Town and offers spacious apartments with access to a large outdoor swimming pool, landscaped gardens and sports facilities.

Highlights

Large outdoor pool
Spacious apartments
Great for families
Tennis and padel courts
Easy walk to the centre

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 Esteponaโ€™s best-known five-star hotels, the Elba combines elegant rooms with beautiful sea views and extensive pool facilities.

Resort pool and ocean view.

Guests can enjoy large outdoor swimming pools, an indoor thalassotherapy spa and direct access to the beach.

Highlights

Large outdoor pools
Indoor spa pool
Five-star luxury
Beachfront
Excellent restaurants

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.

Resort pool with palm trees

Families love the childrenโ€™s facilities, spacious rooms and beachfront setting.

Highlights

Lagoon-style swimming pool
Childrenโ€™s pool
Beachfront
Spa
Family rooms

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.

Resort pool with thatched umbrellas.

Accommodation is apartment-style, with several outdoor pools and beautiful mountain views.

Highlights

Multiple swimming pools
Golf course
Spacious apartments
Peaceful setting

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.

Courtyard with pool and seating.

Surrounded by mature gardens, the boutique hotel has a beautiful outdoor pool and an intimate atmosphere thatโ€™s perfect for a peaceful getaway.

Highlights

Outdoor swimming pool
Beautiful gardens
Boutique hotel
Quiet countryside setting

Address: Diseminado la Cala, 145P, 29680, Mรกlaga

Phone: +34 609 17 53 84


East of Estepona (New Golden Mile)

If youโ€™re happy to stay a little further east towards Marbella, youโ€™ll 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 youโ€™re 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, itโ€™s particularly popular with couples and travellers looking for a more luxurious Costa del Sol experience.

Beach resort with pool

The hotelโ€™s 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 areaโ€™s most popular beach clubs.

Highlights

Large beachfront swimming pool
Direct access to the beach
Luxury spa and wellness centre
Stylish beach club
Multiple restaurants and cocktail bars
Contemporary five-star rooms

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 areaโ€™s best wellness facilities, making it particularly popular with couples.

Resort swimming pool with lounge chairs.

Outside, guests can unwind beside the spacious swimming pool, while inside youโ€™ll find a renowned thalassotherapy spa offering seawater circuits, hydrotherapy pools, treatments and wellness experiences. Itโ€™s a peaceful base thatโ€™s within easy reach of both Estepona and Puerto Banรบs.

Highlights

Large outdoor swimming pool
Award-winning thalassotherapy spa
Spacious modern rooms
Peaceful location
Great value for money
Easy access to Estepona and Marbella

Address: Cam. de Brijan, s/n, 29680, Mรกlaga, Spain

Phone: +34 952 89 94 99


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Final Thoughts

If you want to stay in the heart of Esteponaโ€™s charming Old Town and have access to a swimming pool, Hotel Estepona Plaza is currently the standout choice.

However, if youโ€™re happy to stay just outside the historic centre, youโ€™ll 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 youโ€™re planning a romantic getaway, a family holiday or a luxury escape on the Costa del Sol, thereโ€™s a hotel with a pool in Estepona to suit every style of traveller.

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