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Alicate Playa is a gated beachfront community in El Rosario, a coastal stretch of Marbella on the Costa del Sol. The complex offers apartments within a secure, well-maintained setting that places residents just steps from the sea.
1 property for sale in Alicate PlayaAvg €6,250/sqmUpdated daily · Last sync 16 Sept 2026
El Rosario sits east of central Marbella, known for its beaches, local schools, and convenient access to shops and amenities along the coastal road.
Most apartments feature private terraces, and many enjoy covered outdoor space with views over the communal gardens or pool. The complex includes a communal swimming pool, landscaped gardens, and underground parking, with many homes allocated private parking spaces and storage rooms. Lift access serves the buildings, and air conditioning with both heating and cooling is standard. The community maintains 24-hour security and reception, and residents have use of tennis and paddle tennis courts. WiFi is available across much of the development. The beachside location means the sea is always close, and many apartments look directly out to it.
Alicate Playa suits buyers seeking a secure, beachfront lifestyle without sacrificing convenience. Families benefit from nearby schools and the safe, enclosed environment. The facilities and setting appeal to those who divide their time between Marbella and other locations, as well as year-round residents who value proximity to both beach and everyday services. Golfers will find courses within easy reach, and the transport links make the rest of the coast accessible.
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Yes. Alicate Playa in Marbella is gated with controlled access, and the community keeps 24-hour security and reception. That means a single controlled entry point rather than open access, which is why the tennis and padel courts and gardens stay for residents alone.
The complex sits right on the beachfront at El Rosario, so the sea is on your doorstep. The nearest named beach, El Alicate, is 0.9 km away, about 6 minutes by car if you want a longer stretch of sand. Many apartments look directly out to the water.
A supermarket is 0.9 km away, about 4 minutes by car. For health care, the Urgencias at Hospital Costa del Sol is 1.1 km, roughly 6 minutes by car. English International College sits 2.0 km away, about 9 minutes by car, which helps families with school runs.
It works well for that. The gated access, 24-hour security and communal upkeep mean you can leave the apartment for long spells without worry. Underground parking with allocated spaces and storage rooms adds to that, and the shared pool and gardens are maintained on your behalf.
Central Marbella is 6.0 km away, about 14 minutes by car. Málaga Airport is 35 km, roughly 52 minutes by car, so it is a straightforward drive for visitors. The complex sits on the sea side of the A-7 coastal road, which keeps you close to the water rather than across the main road.
Greenlife Golf Marbella is 3.6 km away, about 10 minutes by car, so a round is within easy reach. Marina Marbella is 4.9 km, also about 10 minutes by car, for those who want boats and waterside restaurants along the Costa del Sol.
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