Does Marriott charge a transfer fee when I resell my week at Playa Andaluza?

Marriott doesn't publish a standard transfer fee for this resort. A Marbella-based resale broker has charged buyers €390 per week as its own handling fee, but that's the broker's charge, not an official Marriott fee, so it's worth asking any broker or the resort directly what applies to your specific transfer.

What is the right of first refusal, and does it apply here?

According to a 2017 Marriott resort list, Playa Andaluza is one of the resorts where Marriott holds a right of first refusal on resales, with a 30-day window to exercise it. In practice, this means Marriott can choose to buy back the week itself before a private sale between owners is completed.

How long does a resale transfer usually take at this resort?

Based on broker experience with Marriott's European resorts, transfers typically take around 60 to 90 business days from agreement to completion, partly due to the right-of-first-refusal review period.

If I buy a resale week here, do I get Bonvoy points or Abound enrolment?

No. Resale weeks at Marriott's Playa Andaluza cannot be enrolled in Abound or converted into Marriott Bonvoy points. A resale buyer owns the week itself, to use or exchange, rather than a points-based membership.

Can I exchange my week through an exchange network?

Yes, weeks at this resort are affiliated with Interval International, so owners who want to exchange rather than stay at Playa Andaluza itself have that option through Interval.

Atalaya Isdabe, Costa del Sol, Spain

Marriott's Playa Andaluza

Marriott's Playa Andaluza sits on the Costa del Sol between Marbella and Estepona, a beachfront resort known for its sea-view suites, pools and spa. Whether you're an owner weighing up a resale or rental, or a buyer researching the area, here's what the facts actually say about the resort and about listing a week here.

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Selling or renting out a week at Marriott's Playa Andaluza: what owners need to know

Facts with sources, checked September 2026. Prices are asking prices published on BidMyTimeshare.com — not valuations.

Resale transfer at Marriott Vacation Club in Europe (Marbella, Playa Andaluza, Son Antem)

Transfer fee: Not published
Right of first refusal: Yes, 30 days (2017 resort list)
Resale restrictions: Resale weeks can't join Abound or convert to Bonvoy points
Typical transfer time: 60–90 business days (Marbella broker)

Marriott does not publish a transfer fee for its European resorts. A Marbella resale broker charges buyers €390 per week, which is the broker's own fee, not Marriott's.
Marbella Beach Resort, Playa Andaluza and Son Antem appear on a 2017 list of resorts where Marriott holds a 30-day right of first refusal; the broker puts transfers at 60–90 business days.

Sources: Fab Timeshare – Marriott's Marbella Beach Resort (undated) · Advantage Vacation – Marriott ROFR resort list (Jul 2017) — all brands compared

Interval International exchange membership: Interval International requires resale buyers to confirm that they are the owner of record before applying for membership. source

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The resort and its setting

Marriott's Playa Andaluza is an upscale beachfront resort in Atalaya Isdabe, on the Carretera de Cádiz between Marbella and Estepona. It has a Google rating of 4.7 out of 5 from over 1,800 reviews, and Marriott's own description highlights refined accommodation, some units with sea views, along with pools, a spa and on-site dining. It's part of Marriott Vacation Club, so owners buying or selling here are dealing with a recognised international brand rather than an independent operator.

The area and things to do

This stretch of the Costa del Sol, roughly between Marbella and Estepona, is built around the beach but offers plenty beyond it. Marbella's old town and marina are a short drive away, with their mix of tapas bars, boutiques and promenade walks. Estepona, often praised for its flower-filled old quarter and murals, lies in the other direction. Golfers are well served too — this part of Málaga province has one of the highest concentrations of golf courses in Europe, and several well-known clubs are within easy reach of the resort. Puerto Banús, with its marina and nightlife, is also a popular day-trip destination for anyone staying in the area.

Selling or renting a week here

If you own a week at Marriott's Playa Andaluza and want to sell or rent it out, BidMyTimeshare.com works as a direct owner-to-owner marketplace: you list your week, set your own asking price, and interested buyers or renters contact you through the platform. There's a one-time listing fee and 0% commission on the sale or rental itself — we don't take a cut of what you negotiate.

Before listing, it helps to understand how a resale here actually works. According to Marriott, the brand holds a right of first refusal on resales at this resort (documented on a 2017 resort list, with a 30-day window for Marriott to exercise it), so any private sale is subject to Marriott choosing not to step in first. Marriott doesn't publish a standard transfer or resale fee for its European resorts; a Marbella-based resale broker has quoted buyers €390 per week as its own handling fee, separate from anything Marriott itself charges. Transfers at this resort typically take around 60–90 business days to complete, based on broker experience with Marriott's European properties.

It's also worth knowing what a resale buyer does and doesn't get: resale weeks at this resort cannot be enrolled in Abound or converted into Marriott Bonvoy points, so anyone buying should expect ownership of the week itself, used in the normal way or exchanged, rather than points-based flexibility. On the exchange side, this resort's weeks are affiliated with Interval International, which is worth mentioning to prospective buyers who exchange regularly.

Practical notes

Sellers should check their current annual maintenance fee and confirm it with Marriott or the resort's owner services before listing, as this varies by unit and season and isn't something we can quote on your behalf. Buyers should ask the seller directly for the exact annual fee, the week number and season, and should factor in the 60–90 business day transfer window when planning a purchase. Given the right of first refusal, it's sensible for both parties to understand that Marriott may take up to 30 days to decide whether to exercise it before a private sale can be finalised.

Nearby Attractions

📍Marbella Old Town

📍Puerto Banús

📍Estepona Old Town

📍Costa del Sol golf courses (Marbella–Estepona corridor)

Travel Tips

The Costa del Sol enjoys mild winters and hot, dry summers, so late spring and early autumn are good shoulder-season windows for lighter crowds and gentler heat. Málaga Airport is the usual gateway for this stretch of coast, and car hire is recommended if you plan to explore Marbella, Estepona and the inland golf courses. Sun protection and a hat are worth packing for the beach, and comfortable shoes are a good idea on the cobbled lanes of the nearby old towns.