Best nightlife activities in Marbella and its Golden Mile

Looking for the best places to go on a night out in the Golden Mile? Discover our recommendations…

Marbella’s Golden Mile is famous around the world for its scenic views of the Mediterranean Sea and its luxury parties with celebrity guest lists. Think rooftop bars, cocktail clubs, and cosmopolitan crowds – Marbella has it all and more.

Need a guide for the best places to go on a night out?

Check out our recommendations below, rated by locals and visitors from all over the globe.

Whether you’re looking for fine dining, amazing live music, top DJs or somewhere to dance the night away, there’s an ideal venue for you to visit.

Best beach clubs

There’s no shortage of luxury beach clubs in Marbella, offering sunbeds and pool parties by day and transitioning into an exclusive champagne and cocktail bar by night.

Surrounded by private beaches and high-end properties, Golden Mile beach clubs are the place to spot VIP celebrities at the weekends. You can expect well-known DJs, themed dancers, and exquisite local seafood, accompanied by gorgeous views of the surrounding beaches and mountains.

Here are some of the top beach clubs to visit in the area:

Nikki Beach

The ultimate beach club for tourists wanting to feel like a VIP, with all-night entertainment and opulent cuisine so you can dance and dine under the stars.

Ocean Club

Located in Puerto Banús, Ocean Club is home to a number of highly anticipated seasonal events, hosting spectacular pool parties with a backdrop of luxury yachts in the marina.

El Chiringuito 

Part of the well-known Ibiza brand, this is a venue located in the Puente Romano resort – on the former site of the Del Mar Beach Club. Perfect for dancing on the sand under the palm trees.

Victor’s Beach Bar

If you want a more chilled-out atmosphere sitting by the sea, this family-run local business offers an authentic experience relaxing with sangria and seafood by the promenade.

Best pubs

Pubs and bars in Marbella offer a different vibe, going from cool-crowd coffees and newspaper reading in the morning to the best place to meet up with friends for a conversation over drinks in the evening.

There may be music and a dancefloor, but pubs and bars in the Costa del Sol tend to close earlier than nightclubs – at around 2am.

If you like an ambient mix of chatting, dancing, and drinks, then a pub along the coastline is the ideal place to spend your night. Of course, there are plenty of clubs around if you want to continue your night out after the pubs close.

Here are some of the most popular pubs in Marbella:

Linekers Lounge

One of the largest and most famous bars in Puerto Banús, with live sports broadcast during the day and resident DJs providing the music at night.

O’Grady’s Pub

The first Irish bar in Puerto Banus, popular among locals and tourists, offering typical themed decor and authentic Guinness.

Sinatra’s Bar

A small bar on the frontline of Puerto Banus named for the American singer. Popular for star-spotting with views of the elite-owned super yachts and luxury cars.

Salduba Pub

A prime spot for people-watching with outdoor seating on the corner of the Puerto Banus marina, with more of an old-fashioned traditional pub vibe.

Best music bars

Marbella nightlife also includes many music bars, which focus more heavily on live music – staying open later than pubs but closing earlier than the nightclubs at around 3-4am. 

They tend to have terraces with a more open atmosphere for casual dancing or relaxing rather than the packed buzz of a nightclub.

If you prefer this vibe, there are lots of places to go for live entertainment in the Golden Mile. Here are the hotspots for music bars along the coast:

News Cafe

One of the trendiest spots in Puerto Banus for celebrity spotting, with live musicians and international artists, and plush settings overlooking the lights of the harbour.

Lemmon

An established disco bar in Marbella port, Puerto Deportivo marina, with indoor and outdoor areas to lounge or dance to thematic music.

Old Joy’s/Joys Live

Joys Live, previously known as the iconic Old Joy’s pub in Puerto Banus, has been entertaining locals and tourists with live musicians and singers since its doors first opened in 1977.

Best nightclubs

For many visitors, the glamorous nightclub scene is what draws them to Marbella.

The glitzy location offers all the joys of life under the sun, plus the alluring possibilities of rubbing shoulders with the elite while partying all night.

Nightclubs in the Costa del Sol – particularly those in Marbella – open late and don’t close until 6am-7am, giving you plenty of time to try them all.

Here are some of the hottest clubs at the moment:

Pangea

Famous for throwing some of the best parties in Puerto Banus and drawing celebrities with its luxurious Moroccan-themed decor, house music, and panoramic views from its rooftop terrace.

TIBU

Located on the Plaza Antonio Banderas in the heart of Puerto Banus, this extravagant club is renowned for its sensual ambience, with live entertainment including DJs, podium dancers, and stilt walkers.

La Suite

Inspired by Manhattan’s Studio 54, La Suite Club at the Puente Romano Hotel resort attracts the ‘it crowd’ with its chic decor, high-quality service, and varied music.

Aqwa Mist

Beyond its stunning waterfall facade, this modern club offers a cutting-edge sound system manned by major DJs, entertaining crowds populated by international stars.

Seven

A jewel in the crown of the socialite scene in Marbella, this Far East-inspired club offers elegance and exclusivity and is famous for its go-go dancers.

Olivia Valere

From its fine-dining restaurant to its vast dance floor, this swanky venue has earned a reputation for opulence since it first opened in 1997. All set within architecture and decor designed to make you feel the magic of Arabian nights.

Golden Mile, Marbella nightlife prices

Partying in exclusive clubs on the Costa del Sol comes with a healthy price tag, so here is a guide:

For VIP beds at the most exclusive beach clubs,  prices range from €100-300 – particularly if you want to hang around for the parties.

Most beach clubs don’t tend to have a standard entrance fee, so admission might be free unless there’s a special event or live performance happening that night. In this case,  you can expect to pay around €20-30 for entry, though it might be discounted if you show up early.

The nightclubs don’t tend to open until 11pm at the earliest, often offering free or discounted entry before midnight.

A drink in these high-end venues can cost from €10-15, though you can save money by opting for local wines and beers for €5 or less.

Since the clubs can get extremely busy, especially in the peak summer season, it’s a good idea to book a table and pre-pay for a drinks package in advance.

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