Hourly housekeeper in Marbella
Cleaning, ironing and tidying by the hour for Puerto Banús apartments and Golden Mile villas: Social Security registration from the very first hour and first profiles within 48 hours.
Marbella is really two markets in one: the international family spending the season in a Sierra Blanca or La Zagaleta villa, and the owner who uses a Puerto Banús apartment only a few weeks a year. For both, an hourly housekeeper covers exactly what a full-time post doesn't need to — cleaning, ironing and tidying on the specific days the home is lived in, without the cost of a full-time contract.
It's the most popular option for second homes and seasonal flats: opening the house before you arrive, a deep clean after hosting guests, or light upkeep between stays. Families who already have permanent staff also choose it for extra support during the high season.
At Maids & Co we select hourly housekeepers with genuine experience in high-end Costa del Sol homes: verified references, absolute discretion and, where needed, English or other languages to deal with overseas owners. You receive the first profiles matched to your schedule within 48 hours, and you only pay once you hire.
What it costs
The cost of an hourly housekeeper in Marbella depends on experience, languages and duties; in premium areas the market sits above the national average.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Market rate in Marbella | €14 – 18/h |
| Bilingual / high-end villa profile | up to €20/h |
| Legal minimum (2026 SMI) | €9.55/h |
| Social Security registration (TGSS) | mandatory from the 1st hour |
| Maids & Co fee | 1 month's salary + VAT, only if you hire |
Areas we cover
Demand for hourly housekeepers is concentrated in the second-home and seasonal areas: the apartments of Puerto Banús and Nueva Andalucía, the villas of Sierra Blanca, Nagüeles and the Golden Mile, and the gated estates of La Zagaleta, Guadalmina and Los Monteros. These are homes that aren't always lived in year-round, but when they are, they demand an impeccable standard.
We also cover Benahavís and Sotogrande, where many families alternate stays and prefer flexible support by the hour to a full-time contract. We know the rhythm of each area and the Costa del Sol season, and we tailor the search to the actual days and hours you need the home looked after.
We cover Marbella and the whole Costa del Sol, including Puerto Banús, Nueva Andalucía, Sierra Blanca, the Golden Mile, La Zagaleta, Guadalmina, Los Monteros, Benahavís and Sotogrande.
Frequently asked questions
- How much does an hourly housekeeper cost in Marbella?
- In Marbella the market usually sits between €14 and €18/h, rising to up to €20/h for bilingual profiles or those experienced in high-end villas. The 2026 SMI legal minimum is €9.55/h, on top of which Social Security contributions apply. Figures are approximate.
- Do you have to register an hourly housekeeper for a second home?
- Yes. Even if she only comes for a few hours a week to your Marbella villa or apartment, Social Security registration is mandatory from the first hour; since the 2012 reform, reinforced in 2023, there is no minimum-hours exemption. Contributions are prorated by the hours worked, but registration is always the employer's responsibility, and we help you set it up.
- Can you have the service ready for the summer season in Marbella?
- Yes. We work with many families who spend seasons on the Costa del Sol and have the selection ready in advance, so your hourly housekeeper has the home spotless the day you arrive and handles the opening, the deep clean and the upkeep between stays.
- Which areas of Marbella do you cover for the hourly service?
- We cover all of Marbella and the Costa del Sol: Puerto Banús, Nueva Andalucía, Sierra Blanca, Nagüeles, the Golden Mile, La Zagaleta, Guadalmina, Los Monteros, Benahavís and Sotogrande. We adapt the days and hours to the area and to how your home is actually used.
Ready to start?
We send verified profiles in under 48 h. You only pay when you hire.