Puerto de Jose Banus, Malaga, Andalucia

Position - 36º 29' N 4º 57' W

Charts - British Admiralty 3578, 773 Spanish 454

Approach & Entrance - From afar look for the solitary peak of Pico de la Cocha, called Sierra de Marbella on admiralty charts. Closer and you will see some yellow tower blocks that are 2 miles to the west, then a white flagged pole terrace and the bullring to the east are conspicuous. Round the western end of the outer breakwater and enter the harbour on an easterly course. The control tower is on your left. Secure alongside and ask for a berth.

Marina - Contact - Tel 952 90 98 00 Fax 952 81 08 99 Email VHF Ch 9
General - The marina of the rich and famous and the prices reflect this. Whitewashed, Andalucian style building surround the marina, hosting boutiques, bars, restaurants and night clubs. There are several Yacht Charter and Yacht Brokerage operations within the marina complex.
Water & Electric - On the pontoons
Security - Open pontoons, but the complex has security patrols and automatic barriers restrict traffic to authorised vehicles only.
Wi-Fi Internet - No, but there is an internet cafe within the complex.

Facilities & Services - Showers, diesel, petrol, repairs - mechanical, electrical, GRP, electronic, welding, sailmakers, supermarket, 50 tonne travel lift, chandlers, laundry, launderette.

Eating Out - Wide choice of restaurants and bars situated throughout the complex.

Local Area - Marbella is 15 minutes away by car or bus. Good beach to the west of the marina which belongs to the hotel and allows berth holders access. This can be arranged at the control tower. Many golf courses in the area. Hire a car and drive up to the picturesque town of Ronda.