The Meliá Collection comes to the coast of Málaga

Bahía Estepona member of Meliá Collection © Meliá
Bahía Estepona, a member of The Meliá Collection, will be the brand’s first hotel on the Costa del Sol

Meliá Hotels International has announced the signing of a hotel in the town of Estepona, Málaga, which will operate under The Meliá Collection brand, marking the first project on the Costa del Sol within its portfolio of exceptional hotels.

Bahía Estepona, a member of The Meliá Collection, is slated to open in 2026, following an extensive renovation that will elevate its standards and facilities. The hotel will feature 134 rooms and suites, all of which will be designed to provide guests with an unforgettable seaside experience.

A seaside sanctuary on the Costa del Sol

Overlooking El Padrón Beach, the outdoor areas of Bahía Estepona member of Meliá Collection will be central to the guest experience. This new luxury hotel will offer a stunning swimming pool, serene gardens, a fully equipped fitness center and spa, three restaurants, an outdoor pool bar, and a lobby bar.

Located in one of the region’s most charming towns, Bahía Estepona will offer the perfect place to immerse oneself in the essence of Andalusia. In line with The Meliá Collection brand, the hotel will offer a curated cultural program that enhances the luxury experience and immerses guests in the local culture. Conveniently located, it’s just a 20-minute drive from Puerto Banús, 30 minutes from Marbella’s historic center, and within easy reach of Mijas and Málaga city.

Strengthening roots in Andalusia

Gabriel Escarrer Jaume, Chairman and CEO of Meliá Hotels International, said, “Growing in the best Spanish destinations continues to be one of our priorities. With the signing of this Meliá Collection hotel on the Costa del Sol, we are delighted to strengthen our presence in Andalusia, one of our country’s favorite destinations and where Meliá’s commitment to quality tourism is a consolidated reality.”

Meliá Hotels International now has 30 hotels open or in the process of opening in Andalusia, including two other projects under The Meliá Collection brand in the cities of Cádiz and Ronda.

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