Meliá Hotels International has officially opened Hacienda del Mar, member of The Meliá Collection, in Estepona, marking the luxury brand’s debut on Spain’s Costa del Sol. The new property combines Mediterranean-inspired design, wellness facilities and local gastronomy in a beachfront setting.
The hotel was inaugurated during an opening celebration attended by nearly 300 guests, including representatives from Meliá Hotels International, local authorities and figures from Spain’s social and lifestyle scene.
A New Luxury Destination on the Costa del Sol
Located directly on the Mediterranean coast, Hacienda del Mar is surrounded by 45,000 square metres of landscaped gardens and offers direct beach access, three outdoor swimming pools and spacious open-air areas designed for relaxation and family holidays.
The hotel features 131 guestrooms and suites, with interiors combining contemporary architecture, natural materials and panoramic views that reflect the surrounding Andalusian landscape.
Originally opened in 1999 under the patronage of Prince Alfonso von Hohenlohe, the property has been transformed into the latest member of The Meliá Collection, the company’s portfolio of distinctive luxury hotels.
Wellness at the Heart of the Experience
Wellbeing plays a central role in the guest offering through MAIA SPA, a wellness concept inspired by the mythological figure Maia.
The spa includes six treatment rooms, a heated indoor swimming pool, Finnish sauna, steam room and dedicated relaxation areas. Guests can choose from a range of health, beauty and wellness treatments designed to promote both immediate relaxation and long-term wellbeing.
Mediterranean Dining Experiences
The hotel’s culinary programme celebrates southern Spain through several distinct dining venues.
Neguri Beach Club serves seafood-inspired cuisine in a relaxed setting overlooking the Mediterranean, while Burladero presents contemporary interpretations of traditional Andalusian recipes using locally sourced ingredients.
Additional venues include Almenara, serving breakfast with views across the surrounding landscape, and Umbral, the hotel’s lobby bar designed as a social meeting point for guests.
Strengthening Meliá’s Luxury Portfolio
The opening further expands Meliá Hotels International’s presence in Andalusia and reinforces its strategy of developing luxury hotels deeply connected to their local surroundings.
As the first property under The Meliá Collection on the Costa del Sol, Hacienda del Mar combines wellness, gastronomy, Mediterranean lifestyle and authentic local experiences, positioning itself as a new luxury destination in one of Spain’s most popular coastal regions.
