Below are some frequently asked questions and the responses to them. If after
reading these you still have some other questions then please
contact us
and we will respond to you very shorlty.
What are the local bus
routes?
Line 4 operates from outside La Maestranza. It follows a circular route between Marbella,
Puerto Banus La Campana and San Pedro. There is a bus station at San Pedro.
Line 25 operates between Marbella, Puerto Banus La Campana, San Pedro and Estepona.
From Marbella buses run everywhere including Sevilla, Granada, Cordoba as well as
all the nearby places such as Ronda and Ojen.
The airport is serviced by a direct bus from Marbella taking only 45 minutes and running
every 2 hours at a price of €5. Maestranza to/from Marbella (on line 25) takes 40
mins.
For latest information and prices call Automoviles Portillo on (+34) 952 76 44 00
/ 01/ 03.
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Are trains easy to use?
Yes but the nearest station is Fuengirola, from there you can travel to Malaga and
from Malaga to anywhere. Prices are cheap and quality is good, always travel first
class, the price difference is minimal and meals are included.
For more information visit
www.renfe.es
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Can I hire a taxi easily?
Yes there are always taxis outside the airport and the trip to La Maestranza will
cost about €70 ~ €80.
Taxis are not so expensive here but
sometimes hard to arrange as the
controllers don't always speak
English. Numbers are posted on the
notice board or the security guard
can help.
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What about health care?
If you are wise you will have taken out your own travel insurance, if you decide against
this then make sure you have your E111
card.
There is a private health centre
just outside Maestranza with English
speaking doctors and dentists. The
Spanish emergency services are
second to none if you are
unfortunate enough to need them.
If you are staying a while or returning regularly consider joining "Helicopteros Sanitarios"
this is an excellent service with English speaking doctors we can arrange membership
or you can do directly by calling 952811818.
In any emergency the Costa del Sol hospital has an excellent reputation and you will
not be refused treatment.
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What local facilities are
there? (easy walking distance)
Supermarkets ~ 4
Chemists ~ 1
Newspapers ~ 1
Bars ~ 2
Markets ~ 1 (Saturday only)
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Are there any restaurants nearby?
Within five minutes walk are:
Mings Oriental.
A first class Thai and Chinese
restaurant. Part of a well respected
U.K. group preparing and cooking
food for the U.K. pallet. Tom and
Linda will ensure your evening is
special and, as The Bistro, the
views from the terrace are
spectacular. You have to visit at
least once during your stay.
Bistro the Gallery. Probably the best value for money in
Andalucia. In summer the view from the terrace over Las Brisas is spectacular. This
combined with the friendly staff and excellent food should not be missed.
The Pepper Room. Next door to Bistro serving a good choice
of international cuisine at reasonable prices.
El Girasol. Next door to The Pepper Room Established many
years and always popular.
El Ganesh. Two minutes from Maestranza serving superb Indian
food and an excellent range of wine.
Pasta Café. Three minutes from Maestranza and ideal for
lovers of pasta and pizza.
Or walk to the port in 15 minutes where you can find every style and type of food.
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Where can I play golf nearby?
Golf School (Driving Range) 952813856
Guadalmina 952789626
Dama de Noche (9 hole) 952818150
La Quinta 952762390
Los Arqueros 952784600
Los Naranjos 952815206
Marbella Club 952113239
Las Brisas 952810875
San Pedro 952787276
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Where can I play tennis nearby?
Nueva Alcantara 952788315
Los Granados 952818662
Manolo Santos 952778580
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Where can I go riding nearby?
Calahonda Caballos 952921528
Lakeview Equestrian Centre 952786934
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Where can I play water sports
nearby?
Arrantzale Pesca Deportiva 952443581
Buceadores del Sur 952777504
Club de Mar 952817750
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Are there any theme parks?
Cable Ski Marbella 952785579
Crocodile Park, Mijas 639169347
Telecabina, Benalmadena 952575038
Sea Life Centre, Benalmadena 952560150
Selwo, Estepona 952792150
Tivoli World, Benalmadena 952577016
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Are there local street markets?
Centro Plaza Saturday
Marbella Monday
Estepona Wednesday
San Pedro Thursday
Benalmadena Friday
Mijas Saturday
Estepona Port Sunday
Official times are 8:00 to 3:00.
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Is there a Casino?
Yes, Andalucia Plaza, 10 minutes walk away: 952814000
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I need to know more, whom should
I contact?
Tourist Office Marbella: 952771442
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