Holiday Villa Rentals in Puerto Banus

Puerto Banus

Puerto Banus is a luxury marina and shopping complex in Marbella Spain on the Costa del Sol. It is situated 6 km west of Marbella town and is simply known as Banus or the Port. It is a most pleasant and luxurious place to rent a holiday home where one cannot fail to relax and enjoy the wonderful climate and surroundings.

The focal point of Puerto Banus is the marina, with berths for 915 yachts and boats, including those of the King of Saudi Arabia and some of the world’s wealthiest individuals. Quay Zero or the Honour Wharf is situated on Muelle Benabola, and is where the largest most luxurious yachts are berthed. At the south end of the quay is the Puerto Banus Control Tower and Club de mar de Puerto Banus, The Sea Club. Rent a dream holiday home in Puerto Banus, by searching through the large selection on Rent Property Direct and enjoy an unforgettable holiday in Spain.

Eating out in Puerto Banus is an event in itself and a pleasure for the senses, with only the best culinary experiences to be enjoyed by those who frequent the many first class restaurants. Puerto Banus is a vibrant place in summer where the nightlife continues ‘till dawn. The close proximity to Marbella town and Estapona makes Puerto Banus a great location offering so many choices and possibilities for the ideal get away. Gibraltar is just 40mins drive, so the opportunity to sight - see is endless.

There are two long beaches on either side of the marina, behind which lies streets full of bars, boutiques and night clubs. From your holiday rental you need only step outside the door to find that Puerto Banus offers all that you need for a superb holiday, or alternatively use it as a perfect base for touring the surrounding areas of interest, which are all within easy reach. Whatever your reason for choosing a villa rental in Puerto Banus, you will take home lasting memories to be treasured.

Places of Interest

Puerto Banus Quay Seven. This is the east end of the marina where the smaller boats are berthed. Also situated at this end is the dry dock boatworks.

Puerto Banus Levante Beach is 500metres long by 300 metres wide and holds a blue flag for quality and cleanliness. From here you can walk along the beach for the 6kms to Marbella town.

Puerto Banus Statue On the east side of Puerto Banus is a giant statue called Victory that overlooks Playa Levante Beach.

Shopping. Behind the main square is the vast El Corte Ingles department store. There is a vast array of designer shops along the water-front at Muelle Riviera. The shopping in Puerto Banus is excellent with numerous shops and boutiques in and around the port that provides a huge selection of just about anything you could want.

Mount Concha. The magnificent Mount Concha Mountain overlooks Puerto Banus and one of its most distinguishing features, especially when viewed from Puerto Banus.

Puerto Banus Avenue Jose Banos and the roads from it are the main entrances to Puerto Banus and the restaurants and pavement cafes are the popular places to take refreshments, relax and just people watch.

The streets from Puerto Banus up to the bullring in Nueva Andalucia are lined with stalls and pitches selling a diverse quantity of goods. It is great for buying unusual little gifts and even handy household items to take home.

Nightlife

There is a vibrant night life here where the rich and famous leave their yachts in the marina at dusk and come to party ‘till dawn in the many exclusive night clubs. If this is not your idea of fun, then you can relax in one of the quieter piano bars after a stroll along the marina, or sip an after dinner liqueur at one of the cafes in front of the marina and watch the sun go down and the streets fill with people all with the same idea in mind!
There are cinemas, theatres and a casino to visit, or perhaps you will prefer to spend your evenings relaxing in the privacy of your holiday rental by enjoying a barbeque and a glass of wine on the terrace.

Activities

There are numerous water sports to be enjoyed here and the facilities are excellent whether you are trying windsurfing, scuba diving or jet skiing. There are spa facilities catering for those who wish to continue with a health and fitness regime, or who want to avail of relaxing alternative therapies whilst on holiday. Visit the exclusive beach clubs, where numerous water orientated activities are catered for. Horse riding and tennis is also available, but for those with a passion for golf there is a wide range of irresistible courses around the Costa del Sol.

Right on your doorstep you have the Los Alqueros Golf and Country Club, El Campanario Golf Course, El Paraiso Golf Club, La Quinta Golf Club and Atalaya Golf Club. The list of courses catering to all abilities is endless in this area and all are first class, so you will be spoiled for choice. Most courses have driving ranges, practice facilities and professional tuition, with every amenity within the clubs to please both the golfer and non player alike. The full list of golf courses is available from the tourist office. If you rent a villa rental or an apartment rental either overlooking or very close to a golf course, it will give you easy access to the courses and result in a perfect golfing holiday. With the mountainous backdrop, stunning scenery and all year round wonderful climate, this area is every golfer’s dream location.

Festivals and events

This whole region stages many wonderful music festivals, carnivals, events and shows throughout the year, especially in summer. In addition there are exciting exhibits at the many galleries around Marbella and other towns. As in most parts of Spain there are many wine fairs, harvest fiestas, colourful religious-themed processions and feast day celebrations. From your holiday letting stroll down to the towns centre and enjoy one of the many festivals through out the year. The list is too numerous to mention, but details can be found at the tourist office on your arrival.

Cuisine

Apart from the very best of Andulucian gastronomy, you will find a huge choice of dishes, from the local delicious fish, vegetarian, meat and Paella dishes, to Sushi and a multitude of other mouth watering cuisine from round the world. To enhance your dining experience you can opt for a good Andalucian wine or choose from a diverse list of the best wines from other countries. In Puerto Banus every pallet is tentatively considered and catered for. Whether you are looking for villa rentals, vacation homes, holiday apartment rentals will find a wide range of self catering holiday accommodation in Puerto Banus.