For sale · Costa del Sol · Benalmádena
Available9-Bed Penthouse in Isla Marina II, Benalmádena
Residential complexIsla Marina IIGated community
€4,600,000
9 beds · 6 baths · 639 m² built
Ref HT5439760Updated daily · Last sync 27 October 2026
About this property
Overview
9-bedroom penthouse with private pool in Benalmádena, Costa del Sol. This 639sqm duplex occupies the top two floors of its building and was created by combining three separate apartments, each with independent title deeds that can be divided again if required. The private rooftop pool offers uninterrupted views across the marina below, whilst the sheer scale of the interior provides scope for a complete reconfiguration into a single residence with grand entertaining spaces or a multi-generational family layout.
The property contains nine bedrooms and six bathrooms distributed across both levels, with the upper floor dedicated primarily to sleeping quarters and the lower floor offering expansive living and dining areas. Floor-to-ceiling windows run along the southern facade, flooding the rooms with natural light throughout the day. The kitchen connects to a separate utility area, and each of the three original apartments retains its own entrance, allowing sections to function independently. One parking space is included in the sale, and residents have access to the communal pool within the complex.
Set within Isla Marina II, the penthouse sits directly above Puerto Marina, one of the Mediterranean's largest recreational harbours with over 1,000 berths. The marina promenade, lined with restaurants and boutiques, lies 200 metres from the building entrance. Benalmádena Pueblo, the original hilltop village, is a 6-minute drive inland, whilst Málaga Airport can be reached in 20 minutes via the A-7 coastal motorway. The complex shares its grounds with the marina's northern edge, where the moored yachts are visible from the upper-floor terraces.
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Features
What this home includes
- Alarm system
- Private pool
- Beach view
- Panoramic view
- Pool view
- Sea view
- Solarium
- Air conditioning
- Fireplace
- Fitted kitchen
- Fitted wardrobes
- Storage room
- Covered parking
- Garage
- Private parking
- Fibre internet
- Beachfront
- Beachside
- Close to marina
- Close to schools
- Close to the sea
- Close to town
- Frontline beach
- Near public transport
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Penthouse
- Subtype
- Penthouse duplex
- Bedrooms
- 9
- Bathrooms
- 6
- Built area
- 639 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Beachfront
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- South
- Complex
- Isla Marina II
- Area
- Benalmadena
- City
- Benalmádena
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Benalmadena, Benalmádena
Residential complexIsla Marina IIMap shows the Isla Marina II complex location. Exact unit address provided upon request. This property is in BenalmádenaCosta del Sol.
Playa Malapesquera
7 minwalk
Golf Benalmadena Pitch& Putt
11 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo de Fuengirola
24 mindrive
The British College
12 mindrive
Colegio de Educación Infantil y Primaria El Pinillo
5 mindrive
Carrefour Market
6 minwalk
Hospital
7 mindrive
Pharmacy
1 minwalk
Edificio Eurocentro
5 mindrive
Arroyo de la Miel-Benalmádena Costa
6 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
30 mindrive
Beachside, south of the coastal road (A-7), close to the Mediterranean.
9 questions answered
Buying this penthouse in Benalmadena
Can foreigners buy property in Benalmádena?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Benalmádena. You will need a Spanish NIE (foreigner tax number) before signing the title deed, plus a Spanish bank account for the transfer. The full purchase typically completes 6 to 10 weeks from signing the reservation contract.
What is an NIE and how do I get one?
The NIE (Número de Identificación de Extranjero) is your Spanish tax ID and is mandatory for buying property, opening a bank account or paying taxes. You can apply at a Spanish consulate in your home country or in person in Spain. Your lawyer can also obtain it on your behalf with a power of attorney, typically 2 to 4 weeks.
Do I need a Spanish lawyer?
Strongly recommended. An independent lawyer (abogado), separate from the agent and seller, verifies title, checks for debts and planning issues, drafts contracts and represents you at the notary. Typical fee is 1% of the purchase price plus VAT, with a minimum around €1,500.
How long does completion take?
From accepted offer to keys: 6 to 10 weeks for a resale, 30 to 45 days from reservation if no mortgage is needed. New-build off-plan completes when the development is delivered, often 18 to 36 months after reservation, with staged payments along the way.
What taxes will I pay buying a property in Benalmádena?
Resale property in Andalucía: ITP (transfer tax) at 7%. New-build: 10% IVA + 1.2% AJD (stamp duty). Plus notary, land registry and legal fees of roughly 1 to 2%. Budget 10 to 13% on top of the asking price for total acquisition costs.
What ongoing costs should I expect?
Annual IBI (council tax) is typically 0.4 to 1.1% of cadastral value. Community fees on apartments and gated villas range €100 to €600/month depending on amenities. Non-resident owners pay an annual income tax based on cadastral value, plus utilities and home insurance.
Are agent fees paid by the buyer or seller?
In Spain the seller pays the agent commission (typically 3 to 6% + VAT), already baked into the asking price. Buyers do not pay agent fees on resale or new-build.
Can non-residents get a Spanish mortgage?
Yes. Spanish banks lend to non-residents at typical LTVs of 60 to 70% of the lower of purchase price or valuation (vs 80% for residents). Rates are competitive with the rest of the eurozone. You will need 6 months of bank statements, tax returns and proof of income, pre-approval takes 2 to 4 weeks.
Should I get pre-approval before viewing?
Recommended for serious buyers. A mortgage in principle confirms your budget, signals credibility to sellers and shortens completion. We can introduce you to specialist non-resident mortgage brokers familiar with the local market.
