Puerto Banùs is the most famous nautical and tourist enclave in southern Europe, a city within the city of Marbella. It is located on the Costa del Sol, Andalusia, 6 km southwest of the centre of Marbella, 64 km southwest of Malaga and 782 km south of Madrid. The climate of the area is protected in its northern part by the Cordillera mountain range Penibética.
Luxury, sport, glamour, culture, commerce and above all people, technology, services and endless activity make it unique as well as a landmark for those who sail in Andalusia.
Opened in May 1970, Puerto Banùs has since become a destination for the public hosting each year more than 5 million visitors. It was awarded the Blue Flag in 2006, and is open in all periods of the year, including holidays.
Developed around a coastal village in the Mediterranean architectural style, the marina of Puerto Banùs has built luxury shopping centres, restaurants and bars around the marina. It is easy to spot celebrities and owners of large yachts, as well as seeing Rolls Royces and sports cars such as Ferraris, Lamborghinis and Mercedes Benzes rolling through in the summer months around Marbella and Puerto Banùs. One of the attractions is the showrooms and dealerships that display the latest cars to visitors.
Visitors to the port are mostly tourists from Northern Europe (especially the UK) and Arabs (particularly Kuwait and Saudi Arabia), along with Spanish tourists. The focal point of Puerto Banùs is the marina. Mooring for up to 915 boats, including those of the King of Saudi Arabia and many of the wealthiest individuals in the world. Behind the harbour lie streets filled with bars, boutiques and nightclubs. The marina has slips for boats and ships from 8-50 metres in length (26-164 feet). It covers an area of 15 hectares (37 acres), and has a depth that varies from 3-6 metres within the marina, with 7.5 metres at its entrance.
There is a beach on each side of the harbour where boats can be hired. Malaga airport is 60 km away. There is also a good network of roads and transport services to Puerto Banùs with the cities and adjacent suburbs.
From Malaga Airport, transportation options include car rentals, taxis, and the bus. The main road is the A-7 also known as Autovia del Mediterraneo, but it is also possible to arrive without paying tolls, using the road along the Costa del Sol. Book your berth now.
BOOKING CARD PUERTO JOSE’ BANUS
- Number of Berths 915
- Max. Length 50 metres
- Water
- Electricity
- Fuel
- Collection of oils
- Haulage and Launching
- Crane
- Travel lift
- Public WC
- Weather forecast
- Waste Collection
- 24hour surveillance
- Free showers
- Berthing assistance
- Yacht club
- Restaurants
- Bar
- Shopping centre