Marbesa and Carib Playa are low density residential areas located just under 8 km east of the town centre of Marbella. The areas actually are outer neighborhoods of the Marbella municipality.  Marbesa and Carib Playa consist mostly of quiet streets leading down to the beach.

Property in Marbesa and Carib Playa

Houses in Marbesa and Carib playa are mostly villas and bungalows, only very few apartments can be found here. This area is so popular because it is very peaceful and one of the most affordable beachside villa areas in Marbella. Furthermore it has good access to the beach, several golf courses, shops and is located close to access roads.

Restaurants in Marbesa and Carib Playa

Marbesa and Carib playa offer visitors and residents around 6 beach restaurants (in Spanish chiringuitos) of which most of good quality. The best known beach restaurants are Rama and Club 200. Rama is well known for its paella and rice dishes. Rama is open during the largest part of the year and offers a intimate beach in front.

Club 200 is well known for its fresh fish dishes. Club 200 has a large terrace that borders the sea and offers great views.

Shopping in Marbesa and Carib Playa

Shopping facilities include a Opencor supermarket (open 365 days a year and until deep in the night) and a supermarket on a camping nearby. The larger Elviria shopping centre with multiple supermarkets and small shops is only 5 minutes by car.

Living in Marbesa and Carib Playa

Marbesa and Carib playa are perfect areas for people who look for a quiet place to live and want to be close to the beach without paying the premium prices found elsewhere in beach side residences in Marbella.