- Table of contents
- Elviria – Colourful Centre, Seafront Sophistication, and Family Living
- Location & Lifestyle: Where Marbella's Buzz Meets Coastal Peace
- Dining: From Chic Beach Clubs to Hidden Local Favourites
- Shopping: All Within Reach
- Healthcare: Quality Care Close By
- Education: An International Families Hub
- Sports & Outdoor Living: Beaches, Golf, and Nature Trails
- Family Life: Welcoming, Secure, and Social
- Why Serneholt Estate Clients Love Elviria
- Why We Love It
Elviria – Colourful Centre, Seafront Sophistication, and Family Living
Along Marbella’s east coast, Elviria is a vibrant but relaxed enclave of long sandy beaches, great amenities, and warm hospitality. It’s where Mediterranean living effortlessly fuses with contemporary convenience—be that holiday or permanent residence. Its combination of beach clubs, golf courses, and quiet residential streets provides something for everyone, ranging from sun-worshippers to young families and the retired.
Location & Lifestyle: Where Marbella’s Buzz Meets Coastal Peace
Just 35 minutes from Málaga Airport and 10 minutes from the town of Marbella, Elviria is extremely convenient. The development runs from beachfront into the hillsides, so residents have the choice of seaview or green peace. The lower zone has shops, restaurants, and cafes, while the higher reaches are peaceful villas surrounded by pine trees.
Tip local: Start your day with a walk along Elviria’s golden beach to Nikki Beach, and then follow with a casual coffee at Perla Blanca, watching the waves roll in before going into town for the day.
Dining: From Chic Beach Clubs to Hidden Local Favourites
Elviria is a foodie hotspot. Nikki Beach is renowned globally for its chic beach dining and champagne afternoons, but there are also some excellent laid-back gems. Beach House is a go-to for refined Mediterranean cuisine with live music, and Restaurante Elviria in the town center does classic Spanish with a warm local welcome.
Recommendation: For a sunset-to-be-remembered evening, book a sunset table at The Beach House—their seafood linguine with a chilled Albariño is the perfect pairing for ocean views.

Shopping: All Within Reach
Elviria shopping centre provides everything one needs—supermarkets, bakeries, banks, boutiques, and even a post office, hence making life easy to live. For additional choices in which to shop, La Cañada Shopping Centre is within a 15-minute radius and includes international brands, homeware, and gourmet food outlets.
Healthcare: Quality Care Close By
Private clinics, dental clinics, and pharmacies are widely distributed throughout Elviria, with multilingual professionals at their disposal to cater to its international population. The Hospital Costa del Sol is only 10 minutes away, ensuring highest-level care when necessary.
Education: An International Families Hub
Elviria boasts The English International College, one of Costa del Sol’s finest British curriculum schools. There are many nurseries and bilingual schools close at hand, making Elviria an ideal location for families relocating to Spain.
Sports & Outdoor Living: Beaches, Golf, and Nature Trails
Life in Elviria is always vibrant. The beach is ideal for swimming, paddleboarding, or sailing, and inland there is Santa María Golf Club, which has a finely landscaped course with breathtaking sea views. There are hiking trails that lead into the surrounding hills, and the climate lends itself to outdoor living as a year-round possibility.
Recommendation: Practice nine holes in the morning at Santa María Golf, and then enjoy a relaxed lunch in the sun at Nikki Beach.

Family Life: Welcoming, Secure, and Social
Elviria’s secure streets, friendly community, and abundance of amenities make it a top choice for families. Children can play on the beach, play local sport, and attend some of the area’s best schools, all within minutes of the door.
Why Serneholt Estate Clients Love Elviria
Our world brings people to Elviria due to its unmatched proportion—vibrant but relaxed, equipped but natural. By a beachfront apartment or a villa in the hills, the Elviria lifestyle is relaxed.
Why We Love It
We love Elviria because it has the best of Marbella’s eastern coast—golden beaches, welcoming locals, and all the amenities within close proximity. It’s a place where you can wake up facing the sea, have your lunch under the sun, and be golfing or sipping cocktails by the evening.Elviria – Colourful, Green, and Abundant with Life on Marbella’s East Side
Just 10 minutes from Marbella town, Elviria is arguably the most famous and desirable residential development on the Costa del Sol. World-renowned for its fusion of natural beauty, luxury lifestyle, and superior facilities, Elviria offers something for every taste—be you seeking a permanent home, a holiday residence, or a wise investment near the sea.
At Serneholt Estate, we’re pleased to offer an excellent selection of top-quality homes in Elviria, ranging from chic apartments to charming villas, all personally selected to help you make the most of Marbella’s east coast lifestyle.