Rio Real is an established residential enclave on the eastern edge of Marbella, built around the Rio Real Golf Course and the river valley from which it takes its name. The area is known for its relative quiet and generous plot sizes, with a mix of detached villas and well-maintained apartment developments set among mature pines and subtropical gardens. Its position just outside the urban core gives it a distinct character: close enough to the city to be practical, far enough to feel removed from it.
The Rio Real Golf Club, an 18-hole course designed by Javier Arana, is the social anchor of the enclave. The Rio Real Hotel provides a boutique dining and wellness option on-site. Marbella’s old town, the Paseo Maritimo, and the beaches of Playa de la Fontanilla are a five-minute drive west. Puerto Banus is approximately fifteen minutes by car.
Rio Real sits directly off the N-340 coastal road, giving straightforward access to both Marbella centre and the AP-7 motorway heading toward Malaga or Estepona. Malaga Airport is approximately 45 kilometres to the northeast, typically a 30 to 40 minute drive depending on traffic. The nearest train connection is at Malaga Maria Zambrano station, which links to Madrid via high-speed AVE rail in under two and a half hours.
The top real estate agency in Marbella for over 20 years, Engel & Völkers offers an exclusive portfolio of lux
The top real estate agency in Marbella for over 20 years, Engel & Völkers offers an exclusive portfolio of luxury homes for sale and rent with 6 local shops in Marbella.
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Last updated
July 31
First listed
Nov 20, 2025
Listing reference
W-04784P
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