5 Reasons to Spend San Juan's Night in Marbella
Bonfires on the beach, midnight swims and the longest night of the year.
Which airport should I fly into?
55 km away — the closest and easiest option, with the most flight connections.
80 km away — handy from the UK and a beautiful drive along the coast.
How do I get to Marbella?
From €80 from Málaga airport, door-to-door. We can pre-book it for you.
Book a transferCheapest option — Avanza bus from the airport straight to Marbella bus station. Tickets at the stop or online.
Avanzabus.comBeachfront central means amazing for everything except parking. We have spots from €15/day — book ahead.
Reserve parkingSame instructions as the airport — private transfer from Málaga María Zambrano is €90.
Ask the teamFrom Marbella bus station, take a taxi, Uber or Bolt to Edificio Skol, Avenida Arias Maldonado 16.
Don't forget to bring
We're not the experts in what you need, but here's the basic list our guests keep telling us they wish they'd remembered.
- Passports or IDs — needed for your flight and at check-in
- Swimsuits, bikinis, pareos
- Sun cream, hats, sunglasses, flip flops
- Mosquito repellent or anti-mosquito plugs
- Camera, memory cards and charger
- Personal electronics chargers + EU adaptors
We're right in the centre with plenty of shops around. But if you're especially in love with a particular cream, shampoo or soap — bring it.
Welcome pack & extras
We offer a complimentary starter pack of bottled water, tea and coffee. Want more waiting for you? Pick any of the extras below and book in seconds — we'll have it ready when you walk in.
Water, milk, bread, butter, orange juice, ham, cheese and fresh fruit. Tell us exactly what you'd like once ordered.
Croissants, chocolate, butter, orange juice, fruits, marmalade, ham, serrano ham and cheddar — a stylish breakfast on your sunny terrace.
Everything in the breakfast hamper plus a bottle of Juve & Camps Cinta Púrpura to toast your arrival in paradise.
Like to stretch or exercise on holiday? We'll leave a fully sanitised mat in your apartment for the length of your stay.
Welcome to your home for the week
You've worked hard, and you now deserve to start your long-awaited break in the sun. We want you to feel as if you were in your own home — grab a drink, sit on the balcony, put your feet up and read through this. Five minutes, and you'll know everything about the apartment, the building and the area.
Anything missing or unclear? Message us any time.
WhatsApp usOn site 8am–8pm, usually around reception or the pool/gardens in the morning. Skol reception is manned 24 hours for emergencies. Maintenance: 8am–12pm.
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Keys & access
The big key opens the street doors — A block, the garden, and B/C block (which leads to the street behind). A small grey fob is the digital key for the street door. The smaller key opens your apartment.
The B/C block street door stays closed midnight–8am. Don't leave the key in the lock behind the door — a locksmith call-out is €120. Lost keys: €30 replacement.
In the apartment
We provide bottled water, toilet rolls, hand soap and washing-up liquid. After that, it's a quick walk to the supermarket — these are self-catering apartments. Shower has a dispenser with body wash and shampoo to get you started.
Bath towels stay inside. Use the colourful or Skol-branded beach towels for the pool and beach — one per guest is in your apartment.
Curtains run on cords — please don't tug them. Fold the terrace blind every time you leave; it damages easily in the wind. Close all windows too — we're beachfront and it can pick up suddenly.
Sofa covers stay on at all times. Mattresses have waterproof protectors — please do not remove them.
We're not responsible for items left in the apartment. Watch how the safe works.
Take it out daily. Drop it 9pm–11pm in the colour-coded containers behind Skol at the B-block exit. Skipped check-out cleanup is a €20 charge.
Appliances
Stuck on an appliance? Take a photo and search it on Google — or watch our instruction videos.
Pool rules
- Skol pool is for Skol residents only — not Parque Marbella, Diana, Neptuno or Cibeles guests.
- Sunbeds are from the Skol maintenance team from 9am, €3/day with a mattress (use a beach towel).
- Want a specific spot? Queue from 7.30–8am. Otherwise turn up later and grab what's free.
- No bath towels at the pool. No towels or chairs on the grass.
- Kids out of the pool with slippers on. Swimwear must be EU-compliant.
- Lower pool: 14+ and swimming only — no inflatables.
- No ball games in the garden. No glass anywhere — plastic only.
- Pool bar opens Tuesday–Saturday, 12–17. Pop down and support them.
Building etiquette
Walls, floors and ceilings are thin. Keep voices low, wear slippers indoors and ask the kids not to run in corridors or reception. The marble staircase is slippery — take care.
Two WiFi zones in the receptions of A and C blocks — signal reaches the gardens. Find the network and password at reception.
Weekly street markets
All markets run roughly 09:00–14:00. Go early for the best produce, late for the best bargains. Bring cash and a tote bag.
Next to Marbella Arena (Plaza de Toros), Puerto Banús
Open on Google MapsAvenida España, El Pinar de Elviria · A-7 exit Elviria
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Useful local info
Pharmacies in central Marbella
Doctors & hospitals
24h: 952 89 93 50 · Code: Skol Apartments Marbella
recoletasmarbella.com
Open on Google MapsAutovía A-7 Km 187, 29603 Marbella
951 976 669 · 951 976 670
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Avda. Severo Ochoa 2, 29603 Marbella
952 86 44 44 · Open 24h
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112 for emergency ambulance — ask "inglés por favor" to be transferred to an English-speaking operator.
Taxis
There's a rank just outside Skol — if it's empty, wait a few minutes and one will turn up. Or call 952 77 44 88 / 952 82 35 35.
To pre-book directly: 671 38 87 98.
Supermarkets
Calle El Calvario / Avda. Ricardo Soriano, Marbella
Mon–Sat 9–22 · Sun 10–14
Open on Google MapsRestricted mobility
We can rent an electric wheelchair for you — just message us and we'll organise it.
Message usWhatever the issue — we're here to help. Don't hesitate to ring.
Frequently asked questions
All provided — no need to bring your own. If you stay 10 days or more, you'll get a mid-stay linen and towel change.
Your apartment is clean on arrival and we clean again after you go — included. Extra mid-stay cleans available for a small charge if staff are available.
Free of charge — just let us know beforehand so we can have them ready.
All apartments are fully equipped — kitchen, Wi-Fi, smart TVs, air conditioning, iron, board and hair dryer.
Welcome up to 20 kg for a small additional fee of €20, max one pet per apartment.
Check-in after 16:00, check-out before 12:00. Need flexibility? Ask us — otherwise 24-hour reception will keep your cases while you head to the pool.
No smoking. It's a family residential complex, so please respect the neighbours. Quiet hours 23:00–07:00 — though town-centre noise can be lively.
Yes, of course — we recommend chilling it in the fridge for a better taste.