Stags and Hens in Marbella
Stags and Hens in Marbella
A guide to the perfect weekend for all budgets
The nightlife in Marbella is legendary, so it’s hardly surprising that it is hugely popular with stag and hen parties. If you are thinking about coming to Marbella for a stag or hen weekend, it’s always good to do some planning beforehand otherwise you can waste valuable hours of your holiday trying to work out what to do. So we’ve put together some sample itineraries to take the hassle out of the process and make your weekend stress-free. Besides, it’s easy just to sit on a beach and head to the nearest bar, but why not do something a little more exciting?
For stags and hens on a budget, the organiser must take into account who is attending the weekend and how much each person has and wants to spend, without taking any of the fun and mayhem away. So take heed of our budget itinerary and give your stag or hen the weekend they deserve.
If however you can enjoy a weekend with no holds barred and can afford to splash out a bit more then you will want to make sure it’s an experience the betrothed-to-be won’t forget! So scroll down for how to make your trip suitably excessive and crammed with excitement from the second you step off the plane.
Cocktails
Dining
Nightlife
Save the pennies
The PYR and Benabola Hotel in Puerto Banus cater for larger parties and are not too expensive, making them perfect flophouses for stag and hens.
Splash the cash
If you are looking for a little extravagance and want a reliable hotel that has a luxurious flavour, then try the Marbella Club, or the Hotel Puente Romano, which have both seen many famous faces including Eva Longoria, . Alternatively head to the Park Plaza in Puerto Banus or the Gran Melia which both offer everything you could need for a weekend partying with friends.
- If hotels aren’t really your thing then why not rent a villa and live like a star for the time you are here. There are many to choose from ranging from 4 bedroom deluxe villas to 8 bedroom mansions on the beach!
Save the pennies
Enjoy a wander through the old town of Marbella, where you’ll find quaint little shops selling knickknacks and other bargains, as well as some great restaurants if you want a lovely meal while you are here. Alternatively, take a horse and carriage ride through the streets of Marbella – a great experience that is roughly €20 for half an hour’s ride.
The markets in Marbella, San Pedro, and Puerto Banus are all large and offer everything you could wish for, from clothes and accessories to sweets, treats and more. Or, for those seeking a little more action, look toward SphereMania, Buggy Safari, Aventura Amazonia, Ticket to Ride and Cable Ski Marbella, covering exhilarating activities in both winter and summer.
Splash the cash
There are plenty of things to keep yourself busy along Marbella’s frazzled coast in between the jugs of mojitos and bottles of Dom Perignon you will be enjoying. Why not hire a yacht with Marina Marbella and take to the sea or spend an afternoon perusing the boutiques in Puerto Banus, where you’ll find Louis Vuitton, Hermes and Prada, among many other international brands. If you want something a little more active then take a spin in one of the world’s fastest cars at the Ascari Race Resort or practice your swing at Valderrama, one of the best golf courses on the Costa del Sol.
Drinks
Perhaps more applicable to hens (though some stags may want to be pampered too), Reflections, D’s Hair and Beauty and Bliss all offer excellent hair and beauty treatments, while Princess Studios has pole dancing lessons for the more risqué among you!
Splash the cash
If you want to spend more than just a couple of hours relaxing then consider enjoying a day at a spa and making use of all their facilities - Finca Cortesin Spa is a haven of tranquillity and it has the only snow cave in Spain. Or sample the treatments at the YHI Spa La Quinta and pamper yourself to perfection.
Whether you’re saving the pennies or splashing the cash, the beach clubs in Marbella are the ideal places to relax in the summer months. All of the following get our thumbs up…
Don’t forget to check out our Special Offers before you arrive, as many businesses often have a bargain to promote. Also, why not get in touch with your own suggestions for stag and hen party itineraries? Drop us an email on marbella.enquiries@mydestination.com and we’ll add it to the list!
Jessica White
November 2011
The nightlife in Marbella is legendary, and hugely popular with stag and hen parties
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