A luxury five-star escape in Estepona, on the Costa del Sol
The location: Estepona
Kempinski Hotel Bahia is located in the very heart of Andalucia on the Costa del Sol, close to the city of Estepona and Marbella.
Due to its position, it’s also possible to visit cities such as Seville, Cordoba, Granada and Gibraltar.
The nearest Airport is in Malaga and from there you can take a bus or a taxy to reach other zone.
Estepona has one of the most beautiful Old Towns in Andalucia with white streets lined with colorful plants, pretty squares and parks.
We reached this city by bike from our hotel and it was nice because the road is along the beach so you can enjoy the panorama while cycling.
Estepona offers very good climate, traditions but also a modern side and infrastructure and thanks to this it’s a great place to visit, even if it’s not a known spots on the Costa del Sol.
Kempinksi Hotel Bahia
This hotel offers a front-line beach position with stunning views over the Mediterranean Sea and the Coast of Africa.
I was fascinated by the subtropical gardens that covers an area of 40000 sq.m. and the three outdoor pools. There is a private area at the beach where you can enjoy a dip in the Mediterranean Sea.
A historical highlight is the ancient Almenara Tower where guests can book a romantic private dinner or different events. Moreover, the 128 rooms and 17 suites plus the Spa complete harmoniously the building.
Each room has a terrace and balcony with astonishing views of the garden and sea. The size starts from 42 sq m to the 460 sq m of the Royal Suite.
Moreover, there are 89 private apartments that can be both rented or bought.
The Kempinski Spa has a contemporary and elegant design and includes a fitness centre, a Finnish sauna, a steam room and a relaxation area.
El Paseo del Mar
El Paseo del Mar is a gastronomic playground on the Costa del Sol which comprises different concepts: Black Rose the Bar, Baltazar Bar & Grill and Spiler Beach Club.
After the recent redesign, Kempinski Hotel Bahia has reopened with a new amazing lobby and dining venues. Paseo del Mar could be defined as a new gourmet destination in Estepona and as the perfect choice for every occasion.
Black Rose is a cocktail lounge and bar, located directly in the newly renovated lobby and terrace of the hotel. Here you can find fine wines, local crafts beers, cocktail creations.
Sipping one here during the sunset is an unparalleled experience, with a relaxing atmosphere and the view over the African Coast and the Mediterranean.
Baltazar Bar & Grill is created from a traditional bodega with the addition of some urban elements.
The result is a gastronomical experience set in stylish and cozy location with a view over the gardens and the pools. The highlights are Spanish dishes, grilled meats and fresh fish.
Least but not last, Spiler Beach Club, obviously the elegant and impressive bar and restaurant located right on the beach.
It’s perfect during the day for a more informal break, both at breakfast or lunch, and at night to impress with its laid-back style.
Here the chefs prefer to use freshest ingredients from the region of Andalucia.
The seafood is the king, but you can find also vegetables, fruits, great meats, sweet cakes, as you can see below from the shots. The taste is incredible!
And is there a better way to start your day sun-kissed with all these delicious food?
No, I don’t think so… Try it but I know you already believe us due to the shots!
If you need more tips, write here a comment!
58 Comments
E
The colors here look just stunning. And the food looks amazing too! What an amazing trip.
Laurence
Wow, looks like you had a great time, Walking on those path, you will really enjoy the panorama view of it. The hotel architecture looks awesome too plus the view is a beauty.
Brittany
Estepona definitely seems like a foodie’s dream vacation! I couldn’t stop drooling looking at all that amazing food!
Zenja | Bearly Here
Oh, all these photos of palm trees and water.. and the delicious food you were having! I am, possibly, slightly drooling 🙂 Thanks for this post, it seems like a fantastic place!
Gonca
This is huge! Photos are definitely incredible. Take me there mate:)
dagniee
Thanks A lot 🙂 Next time
Maria
Estepona looks so picturesque and pretty! As for the hotel, it sounds as if you had an amazing time. The views from your room and the food look fantastic!
Federica
The village of Estepona likes enchanting. I am not a big fan of a huge hotel as I prefer cozier, small luxury hotels but it looks like you had a great time there and this is the most important thing.
dagniee
I love both the cozy and the big but this is one of the best structure ever 🙂
sunstylefiles
Gorgeous blue skies and amazing food in Costa Brava have all found their way into your photos!
Smita Chandra
Lovely post and pictures. I definitely want to go there and be spoiled! Andalusian cuisine is one of my faves, so complex and delicious!
dagniee
I love that cuisine too
Esther
Kempinski Hotels are the best ones!!! I have heard so many good things about this one. Need to go plus it is in Spain 🙂 Love your photos too!!!
Hannah
My goodness how beautiful are your pictures! You really capture the spirit of the culture and very informative blog too- great job
Sarah
This looks a lovely place for a getaway. I love exploring and then returning to a bit of luxury. I love the Kempinski brand and their food!!!!!!
Alan @ MorePassportStamps.com
I wouldn’t mind a few hours in Spiler Beach Club this weekend, looks great!
Mel
Thanks for sharing – I’d never heard of Estepona previously but its looks like a charming Spanish town. Perfect place for a pampering weekend away.
Sinjana
I love this quaint little city with white streets.the 5-star hotel looks awesome. Great review
Inna
Spectacular ambience, food looks very delicious – I’m sure you had an amazing time! Did you drone for the first pic? Looks great
Alex Trembath
Estepona looks stunning and your pictures are fantastic. This hotel looks like a truly luxurious way to experience the Costa Del Sol!
Indu
Amazing place with all the comforts and stunning panorama well depicted in your fabulous photographs.
Débora Elisabete Correia Sousa
this is great !! amazing pictures!!! Nice tips, thank you
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Daniel
Wow, this place looks like a real paradise. I sure wouldn’t mind spending a few days here relaxing. Thank you for sharing!
dagniee
It’s the ideal place for relaxing Daniel
Ferny
If you say luxury and five stars in a sentence, I’ll be there. The streets and the beautiful houses are something more for me to want to visit this beautiful place.
Love the photos and the food looks so delicious!
Thanks for sharing this amazing place!
Danielle
This looks like absolute paradise! A day at the beach and then all that mouth-watering food? Count me in! Lovely post!
dagniee
Yes Danielle, the food is so amazing, especially the seafood !
Alexander Popkov
The hotel looks lovely, so do the surrounding streets. Looks like a good escape for me out of Scandinavia, where all hotels looks almost the same.
dagniee
Here the building is very particular but you will love it Alex
Rajat Kumar
Great shots captured. Beautifully written blog. Thanks for sharing this information.
dagniee
Much appreciated Rajat 🙂
Yukti
This hotel in Estepona looks stunning with full of luxury and also a beautiful view of nature. Those quirky, cobblestoned streets of Estepona are photogenic and very colorful. Laying around in subtropical gardens must be great here and a true relaxation.
dagniee
So true
Amelia
This looks absolutely incredible. I need to be there right now! I was lucky enough to stay at the Kempinski in Bangkok several years ago but haven’t really seen any of their other properties. But this one looks divine.
dagniee
Hello Amelia, I would love to see the Kempinski hotel in Bangkok, I’m pretty interesting for its architecture and structure. I have seen others here in Europe and each one is very charming and unique!
Puja
Looks like a beautiful hotel with all the luxury needed. The town looks wonderful with the cobbled streets and gorgeous houses.
dagniee
Yes, the city is so pretty and very near to the hotel. The weather there is always good so you can visit it everytime
Roxanne Weijer
What a beautiful place to stay at! And the food looks so good! Would definitely stay there as well
dagniee
Hello Roxanne! Yes, it’s a great place to visit and stay, for relaxing a little bit or enjoy the sun
Sherrie Fabrizi Allbritten
Beautiful resort in an amazing city. The food photographs are making me a little hungry! Looks delicious!
dagniee
The effect is very common Sherrie 🙂
Paul
Looks like a very luxurious resort. I love the design of the cocktail bar with the high ceilings, looks very cool.
dagniee
It has been renovated recently and it is awesome 🙂 You have to see the cocktail list
Alison
Estepona is such a Southern Spanish town with the white walls and small streets. I love it and wanted to eat all of the food from your pictures. Looks like a well relaxed stay.
dagniee
It really was relaxed 🙂
Claire
I have been to Andalucia many many years ago and now dying to go back after reading your post! I am so ready for some winter sun and Estepona seems like the perfect place to do so!
dagniee
Yes Claire, I think it’s good all year long but especially in autumn and spring. During the winter is okay, too! The name of the coast is “Costa del Sol”, due to the presence of the sun during all the year!
Sayandeep Mondal
THIS IS A GREAT POST. WOULD LIKE TO VISIT THESE BEAUTIFUL PLACES
dagniee
You will love it surely 🙂
dagniee
You would love them for sure!
dagniee
Thanks 🙂
Esther
Wow, this is indeed a five star!! waking up to such a breathtaking view every morning is everything and the swimming pool looks amazing. If only i could just pack my bags and enjoy that beautiful hotel
dagniee
Hello Esther, I would love to visit it again too! I love it
Clement II
The photos are indeed awesome especially the aerial one. I would love to visit it one day, and experience being relaxed.
The food images are inviting by the way! Cheers!
dagniee
Hello Clement, the foos was amazing, very fresh and well served, accompanied by fine wines!
jen
I have to admit i haven’t heard of this places before. I wish i knew!. Estepona looks stunning. It could be perfect for a romantic getaway to i guess. Don’t you think?
dagniee
Hello Jen! Yes, it would be perfect for a romantic getaway, there are lots of experiences you can do there together for enjoying the journey. But it’s always good for families and friends.
Maggie@cascadeavenue
Wow the imagery is amazing and now I want to go there, definitely going into my bucket list. How did you get the pics with no one in them did you wake up early?