A whole range of property exists from mansion to apartments, with the luxurious

Central Marbella still charms with its Casco Antiguo, or Old Town. Narrow alleys, centuries old, lead to modern shops, a Moorish castle and a 16th century Town Hall of Marbella.

East Marbella and Calahonda distinctly differ from Central Marbella. This scenic locale enjoys sand-duned beaches and lovely woods of pine and oak. Along this less developed stretch of coast, luxury hotels hopscotch golf courses eastward from Marbella to Mijas, Benalmadena and Fuengirola.

In Hacienda Las Chapas, Los Monteros and Elviria, elegant villas are the norm, while Calahonda is best known for its holiday apartments.In East Marbella, year-round residents rub elbows with tourists. While it still benefits from modern medical facilities, top-notch schools and shopping complexes, this is a quieter approach to Marbella living.

World famous Puerto Banus in Marbella is best known for its marina and luxury yachts. This is