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Hotel Claude Marbella
Marbella, Spain · Independent · Accessible Luxury
Hotel Claude occupies a 17th-century mansion at Calle San Francisco 5 in Marbella's Casco Antiguo, seven rooms in the whitewashed San Francisco quarter. Guest lore gives Empress Eugenie a summer here; what is sure is Claude Devoize's artists' salon in the 1970s and 80s, and a 2007 reopening as Marbella's first boutique hotel. Plaza de los Naranjos is a few minutes through the lanes; Historic Hotels Worldwide lists the house.
- 7 rooms
- Opened 2007
- Neighborhood: Casco Antiguo
- Rooms from 215 sq ft (20 m²)
About Hotel Claude Marbella
- Guest lore holds that Empress Eugenie summered in the 17th-century house; the claim is not independently confirmed.
- French opera singer Claude Devoize ran a bohemian salon here in the 1970s and 80s before the 2007 seven-room hotel opening.
- Entry-level rooms start at 215 sq ft (20 m²).
History
Hotel Claude Marbella occupies a 17th-century mansion at Calle San Francisco 5 in the Casco Antiguo. Guest lore ties the house to a summer stay by Empress Eugenie; what is documented is Claude Devoize's artists' salon in the 1970s and 80s and the 2007 reopening as a seven-room boutique hotel.
The setting
Hotel Claude Marbella occupies a 17th-century mansion at Calle San Francisco 5 in the Casco Antiguo's Barrio Alto, Marbella's historic San Francisco quarter, whose cobblestone alleys and whitewashed facades trace their layout to the 16th century. The townhouse served as a summer residence of Empress Eugenie de Montijo and later hosted the salon of French opera singer Claude Devoize through the 1970s and 80s. Plaza de los Naranjos, founded in 1485, is seven minutes on foot through flower-draped lanes, while the Parque de la Alameda sits just beyond. Playa de la Fontanilla is reachable in under twenty minutes, placing this seven-room retreat at the crossroads of Moorish heritage and modern Marbella. 1 km from Lighthouse of Marbella.
Experiences
- The Andalusia Experience — Immerses guests in true Andalusia through a typical patio, Moorish details, wrought iron and a menu of regional products.
- Private Tours & Excursions — Private tours and excursions offered as a hotel service.
- Beach basket — Complimentary Beach Basket provided to guests.
Amenities
- Alarm Clock Radio
- Bedside USB Mobile Charger
- In-room Safe Box
- Complimentary Mini Bar
- 43” Flat Screen Smart TV
- Bluetooth Speaker
- Free High Speed WIFI
- Interactive Tablet
- Down Duvet
- Down Pillow
- Luxury Bathrobes
- Molton Brown Products
- Library
- Library Honesty Bar
- Complimentary Beach Basket
- Complimentary Sleeping Kit
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