Located in Spain’s Andalusia region, at the foot of the Sierra Blanca mountains, this new Club Med Resort extends over 14 hectares of colorful gardens and terraces. Overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, this resort is an unparalleled oasis of unspoilt greenery and lush flora.
Spain has always held a special place in the heart of Club Med: it was in Majorca, in the Balearic Islands, that Gérard Blitz turned his vision into reality, creating the first Club Med village in 1950 at Alcudia. After more than twenty years, Club Med is back in Spain, with the takeover of an existing hotel, the emblematic Don Miguel, to transform it into a brand-new resort, modern, equipped and adapted to new times. The new resort is the result of a collaboration between Club Med and Magna Hotels and Resorts.
As part of Club Med’s ongoing commitment to social responsibility, the Resort has created over 300 direct jobs, more than half of which have been filled locally, as well as 140 local indirect jobs.
Club Med Magna Marbella at a glance
Highlights
The first Club Med Premium Resort in Spain, ideally located just a stone’s throw from the lively town of Marbella, one of the most attractive tourist destinations in Europe.
A comprehensive sports and activities offer and infrastructures with a golf driving range, 10 tennis courts, 5 padel courts, 5 swimming areas.
The Resort
Number of rooms: 485
Positioning: Core range
Access: Malaga Costa del Sol airport (40 min.)
The project
Opening year: 2022
Project type: Takeover
Operating mode: Lease
Partners: Magna Hotels & Resorts
Architecture: Patrick Genard & Associados
Design: Studio MHNA
The architectural project
The architecture and design of Club Med Magna Marbella reflect a tradition tinged with modernity. The indoor-outdoor design has been combined with a dynamic decor inspired by Marbella’s art, culture and nature.
Studio MHNA has designed the new Club Med Magna Marbella, bringing the soul of Andalusia and its cultural mix to every corner of the resort. Its eclectic, colorful style resonates with the history of this Spanish land of character. For this new collaboration with the Club Med group, the tandem of Marc Hertrich and Nicolas Adnet express the originality and boldness of their colorful style on a grand scale. The richness of shapes, motifs and artistic references give this village a powerful aesthetic.
Sustainability is part of the journey
A responsible renovation
A complete and total rehabilitation of the existing site was carried out, in which only the existing concrete structure was maintained and brought up to current seismic standards. High-performance thermal insulation systems and high-performance double-glazed windows have been installed, achieving very high levels of thermal insulation.
The footprint was reduced by demolishing part of the building, obtaining more free space on the plot.
The building is also equipped with flat solar thermal panels with a gross area of 652m2.
Preserving water resources
Water from the showers and sinks in the rooms is retreated and reused for toilets,
Rainwater from roofs is collected and stored to be reused for irrigation
Drip irrigation and sprinklers with automated management have been installed for 70% of the site.
A responsible renovation
A complete and total rehabilitation of the existing site was carried out, in which only the existing concrete structure was maintained and brought up to current seismic standards. High-performance thermal insulation systems and high-performance double-glazed windows have been installed, achieving very high levels of thermal insulation.
The footprint was reduced by demolishing part of the building, obtaining more free space on the plot.
The building is also equipped with flat solar thermal panels with a gross area of 652m2.
Preserving water resources
Water from the showers and sinks in the rooms is retreated and reused for toilets,
Rainwater from roofs is collected and stored to be reused for irrigation
Drip irrigation and sprinklers with automated management have been installed for 70% of the site.