Guesthouse
 El Tio Mateo

Beach

Carretera Cádiz-Málaga Nacional 340, km 183 (junto al Arco de Marbella), 29600 Marbella, Spain – Great location - show map

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8.3
Very Good
435 reviews

Close to the beach. Free parking accommodation. Air conditioner in the room. Very nice family run hostel and great friendly staff!

Rachael United States of America

the employees it’s a family business and there great!!

Paul United States of America

+ the staff was super friendly + the breakfast was awesome! + the location is great (the beach is right next) + parking available

Gediminas Lithuania

staff was very informative. allowed late check out

Maria United Kingdom

The hosts were fantastic,very helpful and couldn't do enough help us enjoy our stay ,all in all a good place to stay, located in a good position to reach all amenities

Mick Spain

This place is so special We were cared for every day by the wonderful family Nothing is too much trouble The rooms are lovely and traditional with balconies overlooking the mountains The beach is just across the road and local families relax and swim there

Becky United Kingdom

the sympathy of the staff always nice, beach near the property. always clean. good place to stay. a nice and cheap breakfast. very cool. we will came back again

Sérgio Portugal

Very friendly staff and short walk distance on the beach from the hostel. The closest beach pub Dolce Vita has a sunbeds an umbrella free if you order their food, the food was excellent and served on the beach.

Hedervary United Kingdom

The hotel was just a short walk away from the beach with bars. The staff were very lovely and hhelpful. The room had a private balcony and a communal fridge and microwave were available.

Alicia United Kingdom

Good location. Easy to get there by bus. Close to nice beach. Helpfull and friendly staff. Good breakfast.

Tuomas Finland
8.3
Very Good
435 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “Close to the beach. Free parking accommodation. Air conditioner in the room. Very nice family run hostel and great friendly staff!”
    Rachael Rachael United States of America United States of America
  • “the employees it’s a family business and there great!!”
    Paul Paul United States of America United States of America
  • “+ the staff was super friendly + the breakfast was awesome! + the location is great (the beach is right next) + parking available”
    Gediminas Gediminas Lithuania Lithuania
  • “staff was very informative. allowed late check out”
    Maria Maria United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “The hosts were fantastic,very helpful and couldn't do enough help us enjoy our stay ,all in all a good place to stay, located in a good position to reach all amenities”
    Mick Mick Spain Spain
  • “This place is so special We were cared for every day by the wonderful family Nothing is too much trouble The rooms are lovely and traditional with balconies overlooking the mountains The beach is just...”
    Becky Becky United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “the sympathy of the staff always nice, beach near the property. always clean. good place to stay. a nice and cheap breakfast. very cool. we will came back again”
    Sérgio Sérgio Portugal Portugal
  • “Very friendly staff and short walk distance on the beach from the hostel.”
    Hedervary Hedervary United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “The hotel was just a short walk away from the beach with bars. The staff were very lovely and hhelpful. The room had a private balcony and a communal fridge and microwave were available.”
    Alicia Alicia United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Good location. Easy to get there by bus. Close to nice beach. Helpfull and friendly staff. Good breakfast.”
    Tuomas Tuomas Finland Finland

Categories:

  • Staff9.2
  • Facilities8.0
  • Cleanliness8.5
  • Comfort8.2
  • Value for money8.6
  • Location8.3
  • Free WiFi7.9

This property is 2 minutes walk from the beach. Located 350 feet from Marbella’s Playa del Cable Beach, Tío Mateo offers free Wi-Fi access and free private parking. Each air-conditioned room has a terrace with sea or mountain views.

Rooms at this family-run guest house are decorated in characteristic Andalusian style. They all have a TV, small seating area and a private bathroom.

El Tío Mateo has a bar and a restaurant, serving traditional regional cuisine. There is a garden terrace and a children's play area. Staff speak a variety of languages, including English, German, French and Italian.

El Tío Mateo is located at the entrance of the old town, 2,300 feet from Marbella’s fishing port and 10 minutes' drive from the city center. The A7 Motorway is a 2-minute drive from the guest house, and offers direct access to Estepona, Fuengirola and Malaga.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.3 for a two-person trip.

El Tio Mateo has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Jan 12, 2011

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Most popular amenities

Free parking
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Terrace
Garden
Bar

Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.3)

Free private parking

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Closest beaches

  • Cable Beach

    8.1 Very good beach
    550 feet from property

  • El Pinillo Beach

    8.1 Very good beach
    2,900 feet from property

  • La Bajadilla Beach

    7.9 Good beach
    3,200 feet from property

  • Venus Beach

    7.9 Good beach
    4,450 feet from property

  • El Faro Beach

    7.9 Good beach
    1.4 miles from property

  • Los Monteros Beach

    7.7 Good beach
    1.4 miles from property

  • La Fontanilla Beach

    7.8 Good beach
    1.5 miles from property

  • Bahía de Marbella Beach

    7.8 Good beach
    1.8 miles from property

Guest reviews

8.3
Very Good · 435 reviews
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Categories:
  • Staff9.2
  • Facilities8.0
  • Cleanliness8.5
  • Comfort8.2
  • Value for money8.6
  • Location8.3
  • Free WiFi7.9

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See what guests loved the most:

  • Rachael
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Close to the beach. Free parking accommodation. Air conditioner in the room. Very nice family run hostel and great friendly staff!”
  • P
    Paul
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “the employees it’s a family business and there great!!”
  • Gediminas
    LithuaniaLithuania
    “+ the staff was super friendly + the breakfast was awesome! + the location is great (the beach is right next) + parking available”
  • Maria
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “staff was very informative. allowed late check out”
  • Mick
    SpainSpain
    “The hosts were fantastic,very helpful and couldn't do enough help us enjoy our stay ,all in all a good place to stay, located in a good position to reach all amenities”
  • Becky
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “This place is so special We were cared for every day by the wonderful family Nothing is too much trouble The rooms are lovely and traditional with balconies overlooking the mountains The beach is just across the road and local families relax and...”
  • Sérgio
    PortugalPortugal
    “the sympathy of the staff always nice, beach near the property. always clean. good place to stay. a nice and cheap breakfast. very cool. we will came back again”
  • Hedervary
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Very friendly staff and short walk distance on the beach from the hostel. The closest beach pub Dolce Vita has a sunbeds an umbrella free if you order their food, the food was excellent and served on the beach.”
  • A
    Alicia
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “The hotel was just a short walk away from the beach with bars. The staff were very lovely and hhelpful. The room had a private balcony and a communal fridge and microwave were available.”
  • Tuomas
    FinlandFinland
    “Good location. Easy to get there by bus. Close to nice beach. Helpfull and friendly staff. Good breakfast.”
Property questions and answers
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  • is parking available at the property?.
    Yes, we have free parking space for our clients!!
    Answered on February 14, 2021
  • Hi where are you located please. I would like to be in Old Town or near Playa de Puerto Banus? Also is it a quiet hotel please 🙏🏼
    Dear sir/madam, we are located at the main entrance of Marbella, beside the Marbella Arch. The nearest beach is across the road at around 100 meters. It is a busy area, so at times it can be noisy. We hope this information was helpful.
    Asked about: Double or Twin Room with Sea View • Answered on March 5, 2022
  • Hi, do you have private parking on the premises? Wanting to book a room Double bed 2 people Arrive Monday 14 th April for 2 nights
    Yes, we have private space in our entrance garden of the hotel for all our clients.
    Asked about: Double or Twin Room with Sea View • Answered on March 13, 2022
  • Is there a shuttle available to get to the closest beach nearby? What are the other transportation options?
    You ca walk to the beach it is just crossing the road, 3 minutes wok. Normaly our clients lieve the car in our parking place and walk to the beach.
    Answered on October 27, 2019
  • How can I get to the closest beach from the property?
    The Beach ist just on the other side of the road, 3 minutes wok.
    Answered on October 27, 2019

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Host Info

9.2
Host Review Score
El Tío Mateo is a family run hotel that offers the best of the authentic Andalusian way of Life. With airy rooms, private terrace, on-suite, TV and air conditioning. This is a property that will assure any guest the perfect stay in Marbella.
With more than 30 years of experience, having been trained in the Swiss catering schools, we serve all our guests with much love and professionalism. We sell home to home services and are always looking forward to make our clients most welcomed in our house.
At 10 minutes from Marbella Old town, we are at a few 100 meters from one of the most beautiful beaches from the Costa del Sol, with a wooden promenade and at 5 minutes walk from the traditional fishing port. Surrounded by a beautiful mature garden and Summer Terrace. Just at the entrance of Marbella we have an easy access and free Parking for all of our guests.
Languages spoken: German,English,Spanish,French,Italian
Area info *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
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What's nearby
  • Marina La Bajadilla
    0.4 miles
  • Teatro Ciudad de Marbella
    0.7 miles
  • Marbella Bullring
    0.9 miles
  • La Canada Shopping Centre
    1 miles
  • Iglesia Mayor de la Encarnacion
    1 miles
  • Plaza de los Naranjos
    1.1 miles
  • Rio Real Golf Resort
    1.3 miles
  • Marbella Bus Station
    1.6 miles
  • Monte Paraiso Golf
    2.3 miles
  • Marbella Golf & Country Club
    2.9 miles
Top attractions
  • La Cala Golf
    8.3 miles
Natural Beauty
  • Ocean/Sea Puerto Banús
    5.6 miles
Beaches in the Neighborhood
  • Cable Beach
    550 feet
  • El Pinillo Beach
    2,900 feet
  • La Bajadilla Beach
    3,200 feet
  • Venus Beach
    4,450 feet
  • El Faro Beach
    1.4 miles
Closest Airports
  • Malaga Airport
    23.8 miles
  • Gibraltar International Airport
    36.5 miles
How to get to El Tio Mateo from Malaga Airport
    Public transportation
    Free parking is available.
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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1 Restaurant On Site

    Restaurant

    Food: Local

    Menu: À la carte

Amenities of El Tio Mateo

Most popular amenities

Free parking
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Terrace
Garden
Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
Outdoors
  • Sun deck
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Beach
  • Cycling Off-site
  • Hiking Off-site
  • Playground
Living Area
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Italian
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House rules El Tio Mateo takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

4:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Check-out

6:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 11 and above are considered adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Mastercard Visa El Tio Mateo accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 12:00 PM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

Please inform El Tio Mateo of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

License number: 474/04I

FAQs about El Tio Mateo

  • El Tio Mateo has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant

  • The prices at El Tio Mateo may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • El Tio Mateo is 0.9 miles from the center of Marbella.

  • El Tio Mateo offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Playground
    • Beach

  • The nearest beach is 500 feet from El Tio Mateo.

  • Check-in at El Tio Mateo is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Room options at El Tio Mateo include:

    • Twin/Double

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to El Tio Mateo by:

    • Car 45min
    • Bus 45min