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How our students rated their experience in Marbella
What our students said about Marbella
Marbella is not the best place to learn Spanish. Many foreigners live in Marbella, so you are often addressed in English in shops. Marbella has beautiful beaches, a nice old center and a lively entertainment center around the harbor.
Netherlands
Beautiful town, clean, but be careful, delicious food is everywhere, bakeries, ice cream and tapas bars everywhere.
Germany
Marbella has a very nice location and many restaurants and cafés, but has rather little to offer culturally.
Germany
Have been there several times and think the beach promenade is beautiful.
Austria
Wonderful city! Lots of activities to do and the people are super nice.
Netherlands
Very touristy and nightlife geared toward younger revellers.
Ireland
An exciting city. There is always something new to explore
Germany
I have known Marbella for many, many years
France
Most recent student reviews of language schools in Marbella
Very well organised with interesting events, good teaching, I was able to learn a lot. The location is also great, easy to reach and find by bus or on foot.
19 February 2024
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Student age: 25 years
I really enjoyed the atmosphere in the classroom. Great teachers & very enthusiastic.
20 November 2023
Course: Intensive 20 - 1 week
Student age: 61 years
The teachers are very competent and make the lessons very interesting.
25 September 2023
Course: Semi-Intensive Course - 1 week
Student age: 61 years
The location is great, right in the middle of Marbella's old town. Small groups.
Communication really needs to improve, as a new student I had to tell the other existing students that we only had 3 days of classes.
18 April 2023
Course: Intensive 20 - 1 week
Student age: 55 years
Great teachers and well-structured lessons. Individual attention is paid to each participant and their language level!
27 March 2023
Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
Student age: 60 years
I would like to give a particularly positive rating to the quality of the teachers!!!
12 December 2022
Course: Special 10 Course - 3 weeks
Student age: 50 years
The teachers are very nice. If you just want to learn Spanish without building social contacts or network, this is perfect.
Teachers were nice, unfortunately no one thinks about solutions even though you paid them a decent amount.
10 July 2022
Course: Intensive 20 - 3 weeks
Student age: 27 years
Good support from the 2 teachers I met, despite the differences in levels between students. A lot of skill and imagination on their part, creating a good atmosphere. Please pass on my thanks to them.
13 June 2022
Course: Intensive 10 - 2 weeks
Student age: 71 years
Good teachers and good intake so that you receive lessons at the right level.
13 December 2019
Course: Intensive 20 - 2 weeks
Student age: 55 years
I miss you so much.
Brilliant school facilities
30 August 2019
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Student age: 49 years
In October there were only a few students in the school and it was accordingly quiet. I liked that.
30 October 2018
Course: Super-Intensive Course - 1 week
Student age: 37 years
The teachers. I had four different teachers in 2 weeks and they were all excellent.
Class sizes were too big as we joined the second week in September. Not much chance to speak. As for value for money, it was almost the same price as if I had gone elsewhere for private lessons.
29 October 2018
Course: Intensive 20 - 2 weeks
Student age: 66 years
The best thing about the school was that you never felt uncomfortable or nervous in the classroom.
No, not really
17 August 2018
Course: Intensive 20 - 2 weeks
Student age: 17 years
Excellent teachers with excellent interpersonal relation skills.
27 July 2017
Course: Intensive 20 - 1 week
Student age: 54 years
Nice teachers. Adapted schedules. Few students per class
25 July 2016
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Student age: 60 years
Information about Marbella
Key Facts about Marbella
- Big Mac price (Spain average):
4.47 € (7% cheaper than in USA)
- Residential voltage: 230 V
- Frequency: 50 Hz
Weather in Marbella
Events in Marbella
03 May 2024Marbella celebrates the day of Juanar Cross on May 3rd with a climb to the mountain of Juanar, where the cross of the same name is found and is the highlighted symbol of the history of the city.
11 June 2024During the first and second week of June, Marbella celebrates San Bernabé Fair. It is celebrated in the morning in the streets of the city and at night at the Festival area. The most important day is June 11th where the Conquer of the Catholic Kings is celebrated with bullfights and music concerts.
23 June 2024The night of San Juan is a peculiar feast linked to the tradition of solstice. At midnight on the 23rd of June all the beaches of Andalusia light bonfires commonly called “juas”. The fire rite is usually accompanied by beach parties with music and food, commonly known as moragas. There is a huge fireworks display too. To attract good luck, people wet their feet in the sea at midnight and jump the bonfires three times.
16 July 2024The maritime parade of Virgen del Carmen is celebrated on July 16th and it is one of the most popular and important celebrations. Being the patron saint of sailors, maritime parades take place in most coastal areas. It consists of traversing the Virgin in a boat covered with flowers.
17 October 2024 - 23 October 2024During the second week of October, San Pedro Fair is celebrated. For a week coinciding with San Pedro de Alcántara’s Day, where you can enjoy its undoubtedly Andalusian taste feast.
What to do in Marbella
Arrival airports
Public transportation to city center:
Every 60 minutes, 45 minutes.
Main stops: Málaga Airport, Marbella
Taxi: 35 minutes drive to city center of Marbella
Public transportation to city center:
Every 240 minutes, 95 minutes.
Main stops: La Linea De La Concepcion, Cuatro Vientos - San Roque, Guadiaro, Sabinillas, Estepona, San Pedro de Alcantara, Marbella
Taxi: 65 minutes drive to city center of Marbella
Public transportation in Marbella
Q&A - Questions and answers about Marbella
- What is the best way to get from Málaga to Marbella without a car?“The best way to get to Marbella is by long-distance bus (journey time approximately 1 hour) from the central bus station in Málaga. The central bus station is located near the Maria Zambrano train station.”Martin Zakostelecky, LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 18, 2024Are flights included in the price?“No, you will have to book flights on your own.”Louise Granath, LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 21, 2023
FAQ about schools in Marbella
- Is there nearby parking for my rental car?“Yes, there is parking around the school, in any case, upon arrival, you can check if the school has any spots available.”Frederico Ramos, Enforex Spanish Department from Exforex - Sep 01, 2022I have no knowledge of the Spanish language. Do I still have to take a language test?“If you are an absolute beginner you do not have to fill out a level test. The level tests are there just to make sure you will be placed in the correct level group, if you already have some knowledge.”Robin Rebecca Pietersma, Dutch Consultant from LanguageCourse.net - Oct 04, 2021Didn't find what you are looking for?Interested in a specific type of course? See our reviews of Spanish courses & camps for teenager and children in Marbella or other 25 different Spanish course types in Marbella.Interested in language travel to other cities? Have a look at Spanish language schools in other cities in Spain such as Alcala de Henares, Alicante, Almeria, Almuñécar, Barbate (Cadiz) ..., Barcelona, Bilbao, Cadiz, Castelldefels, Conil de la Frontera, Denia, Dosrius (Barcelona), El Médano (Tenerife), El Puerto de Santa María, Elche, Gijón, Girona, Granada, Ibiza, Jaén, Jerez de la Frontera, Lanzarote, Las Palmas, Leon, Logroño, Madrid, Mahón (Menorca), Malaga, Murcia, Nerja, Palma de Mallorca, Pamplona, Platja d'Aro (Costa Brava), Prado del Rey, Puzol (Valencia), Salamanca, San Pedro de Alcántara, San Sebastian, Santander, Santiago de Compostela, Sevilla, Soria, Tarragona, Tenerife, Valencia, Vejer de la Frontera, Vigo, Zaragoza or see our list of all schools in Spain. You may also want to consult options outside Spain for learning Spanish.Show more