Picolo recommends · Hotel near Estepona, Andalusia, Spain
THE FLAG Hotel
An adults-only hotel between Estepona and Marbella, where the pool out front and a nearby golf course set the pace of the day.
No children at the pool, a round of golf down the road and a spa for the afternoon. THE FLAG lies on the stretch of coast east of Estepona, heading towards Marbella, close to the Selwo wildlife park.
The hotel has a garden and a terrace, and the pool sits in front of the building. Guest scores are among the highest in the area, and the whole set-up is aimed at couples and grown-up friends who want an easy, calm base.
Picolo’s verdict
Why we chose THE FLAG Hotel
We chose THE FLAG for couples and adult travellers who want calm on the Costa del Sol. It is adults only, has its own spa and puts golf within easy reach, with Marbella and Puerto Banús close enough for a night out.
You need a car here. The hotel is not in a town, so restaurants and evening life mean a drive to Estepona or Marbella. It is also a long way from Gibraltar, so treat the Rock as an occasional day trip at most.
What you get
- Spa
- Pool in front of the hotel
- Garden and terrace
- Golf course close by
- Coastal routes for cycling
A day at THE FLAG Hotel
- Morning
- A swim before the pool fills up.
- Midday
- Nine or eighteen holes on the course nearby.
- Afternoon
- A slow afternoon in the spa.
- Evening
- A drive to Puerto Banús for dinner by the marina.
Location
Between Estepona and Marbella, Costa del Sol, Spain
Open in MapsQuestions about THE FLAG Hotel
Is THE FLAG Hotel adults only?
Yes. The hotel is designed for adults, which makes it a calm choice for couples and groups of friends.
Is there golf near THE FLAG Hotel?
Yes, there is a golf course close to the hotel, and the wider Costa del Sol has many more within a short drive.
Do you need a car at THE FLAG Hotel?
In practice, yes. The hotel sits between Estepona and Marbella rather than in a town, so restaurants, beaches and Puerto Banús are easiest by car.
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Updated 6 Nov 2026All articles
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