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St. Regis Announces €500 Million Beachfront Resort and 151 Luxury Residences in Marbella

Marbella is preparing to welcome one of its most exciting luxury developments, as St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott International, announces a €500 million beachfront resort in Las Chapas, Marbella East. Developed by Platinum Estates and Sierra Blanca Estates, the project will combine a five-star hotel with 169 rooms and 151 exclusive luxury…
Inside One of Spain’s Most Exclusive Luxury Residential Communities

Discover La Finca in Madrid, one of Spain’s most exclusive residential communities, known for luxury villas, exceptional security, celebrity residents and properties reaching €13 million.
Halloween in Madrid 2026 – The Best Events and Spooky Experiences

Discover the best Halloween events in Madrid 2026, from haunted attractions and horror festivals to pumpkin picking, family-friendly activities and cultural celebrations.
Spain Introduces New Tax Exemptions for Property Owners Over 65

Spain introduces new tax exemptions for homeowners over 65, allowing eligible sellers to avoid capital gains tax even after moving into a care facility or a family member’s home.
Marbella Plans 156 New Homes and Expansive Green Spaces Near La Cañada

Marbella is moving forward with a major residential development near La Cañada shopping centre, introducing 156 detached homes alongside extensive public green spaces and new community facilities. The project, led by Hungarian developer Cordia, part of the Futureal Group, will transform a 105,000-square-metre site north of the AP-7 motorway, close to Trapiche del Prado. With…
Marbella Enhances Its Seafront Promenade with Coastal-Inspired Renovations

Marbella continues to improve its coastal infrastructure with a project designed to enhance accessibility, safety and the overall appearance of its seafront promenade. The renovation of the staircase connecting Calle Velázquez to the Paseo Marítimo includes wider steps, new paving and decorative ceramic tiles inspired by the Mediterranean Sea. The project was reported to be…
Marbella Enters a New Era of Urban Development

Marbella is entering a new phase of urban development following the approval of its General Municipal Development Plan (PGOM), marking an important step towards modernising the city’s planning framework. The new plan will coexist with the 1986 General Urban Development Plan (PGOU) during a transitional period, ensuring continuity while the municipality prepares its more detailed…
How to assess a new development

Key questions, timelines and what to look for before you buy off-plan.
Buying costs and taxes in Spain

A guide for international buyers on the Costa del Sol — what to budget on top of the price.
Marbella Approves New Urban Plan, Expanding Urban Land to 53 Million m²

Marbella is set to take an important step in its urban development on 18 September 2026, when the Town Council gives final approval to the new General Municipal Plan (PGOM). The plan will replace the city’s outdated 1986 planning framework and make Marbella the first municipality in Andalucía with a PGOM adapted to the regional