The Sky Marbella, La Alborada: new-build villas with sea views in Benahavís
Sixteen villas with 5 or 6 bedrooms, private pool and wellness basement, just south of El Madroñal. Completion planned for December 2027.
Last updated: 20 October 2026
About The Sky Marbella
With a villa, the asking price only tells half the story, and The Sky Marbella shows that well. The development has sixteen villas in La Alborada, a gated area just south of El Madroñal, at around 220 metres above sea level. Two villas are currently available: one with 5 bedrooms and 746 m² built, and one with 6 bedrooms and 1,129 m². The price difference is barely €400,000.
The design is calm and contemporary, with great attention to the transition between indoors and outdoors. The same large travertine-look porcelain tile runs seamlessly from the living room onto the terrace. Floor-to-ceiling sliding windows with a flush bottom track turn the terraces into an extension of the living space. Upstairs are the bedrooms with natural wood herringbone parquet and terraces with planters.
Every villa has its own garden, private pool, lift and parking. The basement houses a mosaic-finished hammam, alongside plant rooms with extra soundproofing. According to an agent selling the project, the basement can be fitted out further with a home cinema, wine cellar and spa, among other things. We go through the plans with you to see what is standard in the price and what is optional.
Amenities
- Private pool
- Private garden
- Hammam in the basement
- Lift in the villa
- Parking for two cars
- Storage room
- Gated community
- Smart lighting
- Sea views
The Sky Marbella in figures
The median price of €7,407 per m² is around 6% below the median for new builds in Benahavís and 32% above resale homes. But the average hides a big difference between the two available villas. The 5-bedroom villa costs €8,706 per m², the 6-bedroom one only €6,107 per m². For €400,000 more you get 383 m² of extra living space. With VAT, stamp duty, notary and lawyer, the €6,495,000 entry-level villa costs around €7,340,040, roughly 13% on top of the price. Also note the payment schedule: 35% on signing the private contract, 15% when the structure of your villa is complete and 50% at the deed signing, each plus VAT.
| Price | € 6.495.000 |
| VAT (IVA) 10% | € 649.500 |
| Stamp duty (AJD) 1.2% | € 77.940 |
| Notary and land registry (estimate) | € 39.000 |
| Lawyer 1% + VAT (estimate) | € 78.600 |
Around 13.0% on top of the price in total. All purchase costs explained.
| 5 bedrooms | from €6,495,000 |
| 6 bedrooms | from €6,895,000 |
Terrace, solarium and garden combined, as a percentage of the living area (median). That is more than 42% of new developments in Benahavís. Largest outdoor space: 248 m².
Planned completion December 2027. For half of the new developments in Benahavís, completion is within 4 months.
Calculated by Imagine Marbella on 20 October 2026 from the current listings of 12 new developments in Benahavís and the average asking price of resale homes according to Idealista (September 2026). Costs are an estimate; we will prepare an exact calculation for you.
Location
La Alborada lies in the hills of Benahavís, between the golf valley and the villa area of El Madroñal. It is a quiet, residential setting with mostly villas and little through traffic. A driving range with a golf academy is close by. For shops, restaurants and the beach, you drive down towards San Pedro or Puerto Banús. Living here is a conscious choice of privacy and views over bustle.
San Pedro town centre is around 9 minutes away. HC Marbella International Hospital and the driving range are both a 10-minute drive. Puerto Banús and the Playas del Duque beach are 12 minutes away. Marbella's old town is 19 minutes away, Benahavís village 15 minutes. Allow around 55 minutes to Málaga airport.
We will send you the exact location and the address of the sales office when you request Privé access or book a viewing.
Distances, measured by us
Measured from The Sky Marbella along real roads and footpaths, not as the crow flies.
| Destination | On foot | By car |
|---|---|---|
| Nearest beach (Playas del Duque) | 8.2 km, 12 min | |
| Golf course (Driving Range / German Golf Academy) | 4.3 km, 58 min | 4.4 km, 10 min |
| International school (Creators International School) | 9.1 km, 16 min | |
| Hospital (HC Marbella International Hospital) | 7.6 km, 10 min | |
| Puerto Banús | 9.1 km, 12 min | |
| Marbella old town | 18.1 km, 19 min | |
| San Pedro town centre | 5.7 km, 9 min | |
| Estepona town centre | 24.1 km, 23 min | |
| Benahavís village | 8.6 km, 15 min | |
| Málaga airport | 68.5 km, 55 min |
Calculated with OpenStreetMap routes without traffic, on 20 October 2026. Walking times over an hour are omitted.
Sun, light and views
Here the sun rises at 7:02 on 21 June and sets at 21:41, giving 14.7 hours of daylight. On 21 December you still have 9.7 hours, with the midday sun at 30° above the horizon. The Sky Marbella sits at around 220 metres above sea level.
According to the project data, all villas on offer have sea views. One agent describes views over the bay of Marbella; the exact orientation differs per plot and we check it on site.
Homes and finishes
The specification is extensive. The villas have a reinforced concrete structure, solid brick external walls with insulation, and thermally broken aluminium joinery with solar-control laminated double glazing. The front door is a natural oak pivot door, and the interior doors run from floor to ceiling. Lighting uses indirect LED with smart controls. The energy rating is B. We compare the specification with the plans of the chosen villa, check the bank guarantee on the stage payments and monitor construction through to completion.
Payment schedule
As with most new builds on the Costa del Sol, you pay in instalments: a reservation deposit, a portion on signing the purchase contract and during construction, and the balance at the deed signing. Every payment before completion must be covered by a bank guarantee. We will send you the exact payment schedule for The Sky Marbella through Privé.
Available homes in The Sky Marbella
A selection, as of 20 October 2026. More homes are available than shown below; request the full price list.
| Type | Beds | Baths | Living area | Terrace | Garden | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Villa | 5 | 5 | 746 m² | 208 m² | – | € 6.495.000 |
| Villa | 6 | 6 | 1,129 m² | 248 m² | – | € 6.895.000 |
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Our honest verdict on The Sky Marbella
Strengths
- Large 6-bedroom villa at €6,107 per m², low for a new build of this standard
- Detailed specification with clear materials and systems
- Quiet location above San Pedro, yet only 9 minutes from the centre
- Private pool, garden, lift and hammam in every villa
- Payment schedule with 50% only due at the deed signing
Points to consider
- 35% plus VAT already due on the private contract, early in the process
- Completion not until December 2027, around 14 months to wait
- Plots of around 720 m² are compact for villas of this size
- The name resembles other projects, and they are sometimes mixed up online
- Beach and Puerto Banús a 12-minute drive; everything by car
Who is The Sky Marbella right for?
The Sky Marbella suits buyers who want a new, spacious family villa with a refined finish and expansive views, a short drive from San Pedro and Puerto Banús. If you would rather have a large plot with plenty of garden, or a home that is ready now, you will find better options elsewhere in Benahavís. And if you prefer to pay most of the money only on completion, take a close look at the payment schedule.
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Why buy through Imagine Marbella?
With us you pay exactly the same price as buying direct from the developer. Our fee is paid by the seller, not by you. What you get on top is what makes the difference.
- Independent. We are not tied to any development. We compare the entire market and tell you honestly when a project is not right for you.
- Stronger at the negotiating table. Whenever there is room to negotiate, on price, payment schedule, finishes or a parking space, we know the market, the sales figures and the developers. We defend your interests; the seller defends theirs.
- Free extra services. We check licences, bank guarantees and specifications, provide legal support in your own language and plan viewings around your travel dates.
- Beyond the handover. We follow the construction, the handover and the after-sales with you, so you are never on your own.
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Frequently asked questions about The Sky Marbella
How many villas does The Sky Marbella have?
The development has sixteen villas in La Alborada. We currently have two available: one with 5 bedrooms at €6,495,000 and one with 6 bedrooms at €6,895,000.
How does payment work at The Sky Marbella?
You pay 35% plus VAT on signing the private contract, 15% when the structure of your villa is complete and the final 50% at the deed signing and completion. We check that the stage payments are covered by a bank guarantee.
Is The Sky Marbella in La Quinta?
Not exactly. Some sites place the project in La Quinta, but it is in La Alborada, just south of El Madroñal. La Quinta Golf is nearby, though.
Where do the wealthy live in Marbella?
Many of the most expensive villas on this coast are in the hills of Benahavís, with El Madroñal, La Zagaleta and the golf valley as well-known addresses. La Alborada is in the same area, with sea views.
Do I pay more if I buy The Sky Marbella through Imagine Marbella?
No. You pay the same price as buying directly from the seller. Through us you also get independent advice, legal guidance and aftercare.
What costs come on top of the price of a new-build home?
In Andalusia, a new build carries 10% VAT (IVA) and 1.2% stamp duty (AJD), plus notary, land registry and lawyer's fees. For the most affordable home in The Sky Marbella, that adds up to around 13.0%.
About the author
Geert Eeckeleers, Managing Director of Imagine Marbella. Since 2018 he has guided buyers on the Costa del Sol, in English, French, Dutch and Spanish.
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