Puerto Jose Banús is a large marina with more than 900 berths for yachts up to 50 metres and is reputedly the centre of tourist interest on the Costa del Sol. Acknowledging this fact, the marina has been awarded the international Gold Mercury for its work in developing economic, cultural and social interests. Marbella, one of the more appealing towns of the Costa del Sol, is just four kilometres to the east, allowing cultural events, exhibitions and international fishing and sailing regattas all year round to continue in Puerto Jose Banús.