The Polynesian Pool: An Oasis at the Ocean’s Edge
Bathed in sunshine and surrounded by tropical charm, our exclusive Polynesian Pool offers a tranquil escape with breathtaking Mediterranean views. It is the heart of the El Oceano experience.
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Beachfront Pool - Awesome Afternoons by the Polynesian Pool.
Beachfront Pool – Spend an Awesome Afternoon by the Polynesian Pool. At the heart of the El Oceano Hotel experience lies one of the most distinctive features of the property — the Polynesian-style beachfront pool.
Situated just a few steps from the Mediterranean shoreline and framed by lush planting and shaded palms, this pool is more than a place to swim: it’s a sanctuary of relaxation, style, and effortless coastal luxury.
Designed with a unique aesthetic that sets it apart from ordinary hotel pools, El Oceano’s waterfront pool invites guests to pause, unwind, and enjoy the sunshine in an atmosphere that feels both intimate and resort-like.
While the Costa del Sol is famed for its beaches, this pool offers a private alternative where guests can escape the crowds and savour their time by the water in total comfort.
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Reserve your VIP Sunbed by the Beachfront Pool
Awesome afternoons by the Polynesin Pool! Experience the ultimate “Awesome Afternoon” at our exclusive beachfront pool. Between La Cala and Marbella, the Polynesian Pool at El Oceano offers a refined beach club atmosphere featuring our famous heated outdoor pool and swim-up bar.
Hotel
55 elegant rooms, suites & apartments
A stunning 'boutique' hotel, right on the beachfront on Spain's beautiful Mijas Costa.
Restaurant
A superb menu & live music almost every night
A award-winning restaurant, flagship A la Carte menu & live music almost every night.
Beachside Pool
Right next to the beach
Chill on a VIP Sunbed by the exclusive Polynesian Pool! Cocktails & champaign!
Live Music
A real party atmosphere almost every night
Top-class live dining entertainment by the best acts on the costa del Sol!
VIP Sunbeds
First Customers
'Awesome Afternoons'! Relax on a big, comfy VIP Sunbed by the Polynesian Pool.
The Experience
You'll feel special at El Oceano
Friendly and professional service, a perfect location, El Oceano is paradise!
Poolside Entertainment
Live poolside music & entertainment most Thusdays to Sundays!
Throughout the season, the pool area comes alive with poolside entertainment most Thursdays through to Sundays. Live performers and talented DJs create the perfect soundtrack to your afternoon — upbeat enough to add energy to the occasion, but never so loud as to intrude on the mood.
The Polynesian Pool at El Oceano — Where the Mediterranean Meets Pure Luxury
There are swimming pools, and then there is the Polynesian Pool at El Oceano. Perched right on the waterfront between Marbella and La Cala de Mijas on Spain's stunning Costa del Sol, this is a beachfront pool experience that goes well beyond anything you might reasonably expect from a hotel facility. It is, quite simply, one of the finest poolside destinations on the entire southern coast of Spain — and once you've spent an afternoon here, it's very difficult to imagine spending one anywhere else.
The setting alone is extraordinary. The Polynesian Pool sits at the edge of El Oceano's beachfront terrace, with the Mediterranean stretching out to the horizon just beyond. The sound of the sea is a constant, gentle presence; the quality of light on the water on a clear Costa del Sol afternoon is something that has to be seen to be believed. This is a pool that doesn't just offer you somewhere to swim — it places you right at the heart of one of the most beautiful coastal landscapes in Europe and invites you to enjoy it in complete comfort and style.
A Heated Pool with a Swim-Up Bar
The Polynesian Pool is heated, which means the water is welcoming and comfortable throughout the season — not the kind of bracing shock that greets you at many outdoor pools, but a genuinely pleasurable temperature that encourages you to linger. Whether you prefer to swim lengths, float gently in the sun, or simply cool off between sessions on your sunbed, the pool itself delivers exactly what you need.
And then there is the swim-up bar. Few things in life are more conducive to a perfect afternoon than being able to swim to the edge of a pool and have a perfectly made cocktail placed in your hands without ever having to leave the water. The El Oceano pool bar delivers precisely that experience — a rotating selection of expertly mixed cocktails, ice-cold champagne, refreshing long drinks, and soft beverages, all served with the attentive, unhurried professionalism that defines service at El Oceano. Whether your preference runs to a classic Aperol Spritz, a freshly muddled mojito, or something from the champagne list, the team behind the bar will take care of you impeccably.
VIP Sunbeds — The Ultimate in Poolside Comfort
The VIP sunbed experience at El Oceano has developed a well-deserved reputation as one of the most sought-after afternoon bookings on the Costa del Sol. These are not standard sun loungers — they are spacious, beautifully appointed retreats designed for two guests, complete with plush towels and the kind of attentive personal waiter service that means you never have to leave your spot for anything.
Four distinct terrace areas surround the Polynesian Pool, each with its own character and outlook. The Sun Deck offers open, direct exposure to the Andalusian sun; the Polynesian Deck places you closest to the pool itself, perfect for those who want to move between sunbed and water with ease; the Pergola provides a more shaded, intimate setting for those who prefer a little respite from the midday heat; and the Sky Deck offers elevated views across the pool and out to the sea beyond — arguably the most spectacular vantage point of all. Each area is exceptional, and choosing between them is a genuinely pleasant problem to have.
VIP sunbed reservations run from midday through to 7pm, giving you a long, luxurious afternoon in which time is yours to spend entirely as you please. Your personal waiter will keep a watchful eye throughout, ensuring that your glass remains replenished, your requests are attended to promptly, and nothing is allowed to interrupt the easy rhythm of a perfect Costa del Sol afternoon.
The Polynesian Pool and VIP sunbed experience is open to hotel guests and non-residents alike, making it accessible to anyone visiting the Costa del Sol who wants to treat themselves to something truly special. Hotel guests receive priority, and reservations are strongly recommended — these afternoons are enormously popular throughout the season, and availability can fill quickly, particularly at weekends and during the summer months.
Live Music & Poolside Entertainment
What elevates the Polynesian Pool experience beyond even the finest poolside settings elsewhere is the entertainment programme that runs throughout the season. El Oceano has long understood that the right music, delivered in the right way, is as important to a perfect afternoon as the sun, the pool, and the drinks. The result is a carefully curated programme of live performers and talented DJs who provide the soundtrack to your afternoon with skill and sensitivity.
The music at El Oceano's Polynesian Pool strikes a balance that is harder to achieve than it sounds — lively enough to create genuine atmosphere and energy, refined enough to allow conversation to flow freely and never intrude on the sense of relaxed sophistication that defines the place. Whether it's a soulful vocalist performing against the backdrop of the Mediterranean or a DJ whose selection moves seamlessly from laid-back afternoon grooves into something a little more animated as the afternoon matures, the entertainment here is always a highlight rather than an afterthought.
Check the El Oceano entertainment calendar for specific performance dates and artist listings throughout the season — some afternoons are particularly special occasions, and booking your VIP sunbed to coincide with a favourite performer or themed event is very much recommended.
An Adults' Atmosphere
The Polynesian Pool is recommended for guests aged 14 and above, a policy that reflects El Oceano's commitment to maintaining the sophisticated, relaxed atmosphere that its guests have come to expect and appreciate. This is a place designed for adults who want to unwind properly — to switch off, to savour good things slowly, and to enjoy the company of whoever they've chosen to spend their afternoon with, free from the distractions that a more family-focused pool environment inevitably brings. It is, in the best possible sense, a grown-up space.
Finding El Oceano
El Oceano sits right on the waterfront at Km 1026, Calle Cádiz de Torrenueva 31, Mijas Costa — an easy drive from virtually anywhere on the Costa del Sol. Málaga Airport is approximately 30 minutes away, making El Oceano a natural first or last stop for visitors flying in and out of the region. Marbella is a short drive to the west; Fuengirola and the wider Mijas Costa area lie to the east.
Whether you are a hotel guest making full use of the facilities throughout your stay, or a visitor to the Costa del Sol looking for the most memorable afternoon the region has to offer, the Polynesian Pool at El Oceano is the answer. Reserve your VIP sunbed, arrive at midday, and let the afternoon take care of itself. The cocktails will be cold, the music will be perfect, the Mediterranean will be right there in front of you, and the only difficulty will be deciding when to leave.
Book your VIP sunbed at El Oceano's Polynesian Pool today — and prepare yourself for an awesome afternoon.
El Oceano Restaurant, Mijas Costa, spain
Find El Oceano right on the water-front between Marbella and La Cala de Mijas, on Spain's beautiful Costa del Sol. Getting here is easy, we are just a 30 minutes drive from Málaga Airport.
El Oceano Beach Hotel
Km 1026, Calle Cádiz de Torrenueva 31
Mijas Costa, Málaga, Spain.
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