If you’re considering moving to sunny Spain, you’ll be following in the footsteps of celebrities who have fallen in love with this gorgeous country. The idea of living in Spain has attracted thousands of stars from all over the world who have bought vacation homes here.
Some celebrities, like Brad Pitt, Eva Longoria and David Guetta prefer Spain’s most popular tourist destinations such as Ibiza, Mallorca, and Marbella to relax and enjoy the Mediterranean sun, while others, like Gwyneth Paltrow and Mel Gibson, prefer the charm of traditional Spanish villages. Let’s take a look at the places that some of the most well-known American and world celebs call home in Spain.
Famous Americans who own property in Spain
Brad Pitt
If you’re thinking about moving to Spain’s beautiful islands, you have a good chance of bumping into one of Hollywood’s most famous actors. Brad Pitt can occasionally be spotted around his mansion in Puerto Andratx, Mallorca. This area is often described as the most beautiful harbor in the Mediterranean. It’s thought that Pitt fell in love with the Balearic Islands while busy shooting his film, Allied, in 2016. He then purchased a breathtaking villa near Puerto Andratx.
Michael Douglas
Michael Douglas is believed to have bought his vast S’Estaca property in Spain back in the 1990s with his then-wife, Diandra Luker. Following their divorce, the couple initially put their million-euro property on the market. A few years ago, Douglas showcased the estate in a promotional video that he narrates himself. However, Douglas couldn’t face leaving Mallorca behind. So, he bought his ex-wife’s share and now owns the property with his wife, Catherine Zeta-Jones. This power couple has also bought a beautiful property in Javea in Alicante on the stunning Mediterranean coast.
Eva Longoria
When Eva Longoria isn’t working on a new project in Hollywood, she can be found at her home on the Costa del Sol. Longoria owns a foundation that helps Latinas through programs that educate them about entrepreneurship. Every year, she represents the Global Gift Gala foundation in Marbella. During this time, hundreds of other celebs come to the city to support Longoria’s non-profit work.
Stars who frequently travel to Spain
They may not be living in Spain, but these world-famous celebrities adore the country and frequently travel to their favorite towns and cities around Spain:
Mel Gibson
One of the best-paid actors of the 1990s Mel Gibson is a big fan of Spain’s northern towns. He has been seen around Santo Domingo de la Calzada and Oviedo in Asturias.
Chris Hemsworth
Blockbuster Hollywood star Chris Hemsworth has a very close relationship with Spain. He is married to Spanish actress Elsa Pataky, and while the couple now lives in Australia with their kids, they regularly visit the country.
Gwyneth Paltrow
The Shakespeare in Love star once stayed in Talavera de la Reina as a teenager and exchange student. She has since kept close contact with the exchange family and often revisits the town. In 2003, the star, who speaks fluent Spanish, was given the keys to the house for more frequent visits.
Other world celebrities who own property in Spain
David Guetta
The world-famous DJ owns a luxurious villa on the island of Ibiza. It is named after one of Guetta’s songs, Villa Titanium. His stunning property has 12 bedrooms and 12 bathrooms, as well as a spa, cinema, gym and disco.
Rod Stewart
Did you know that when he was just at the start of his career and struggling to make money, Rod Stewart was deported from Spain for being a vagrant? Today, however, things are very different and the popular British singer owns a beautiful property on Costa del Sol.
Annie Lennox
Scottish singer Annie Lennox owns a house in one of the most beautiful small towns in Mallorca called Soller. This town’s stone buildings line charming narrow streets that weave in and out of lush squares. Lennox is a frequent visitor to Mallorca and other regions of Spain.
Simon Cowell
English entrepreneur and recording executive Simon Cowell certainly knows how to spend his money. This TV judge owns a large home in Sierra Blanca, just a short 10-minute drive from Marbella. It is known that he has also previously brought some contestants from the X-Factor to his home in Spain, including One Direction.
Nigella Lawson
Famous for her cooking shows and daughter of the former Chancellor of the Exchequer, Lawson has a charming home in Javea, a small, historic town in the province of Alicante, Valencia.
The most popular areas for celebrities to buy or rent in Spain
If you’re considering moving to Spain from the US and are fascinated with celebrities, these are the most popular areas where they spend their time in Spain:
Ibiza
Actors, millionaires, and footballers have all chosen Ibiza as the perfect place to settle. Many of them come to visit Ibiza for a holiday or spend a season here to work or relax with families.
Marbella
Often called the “playground” for celebrities around the world, Marbella is a city and resort area located in southern Spain’s Costa del Sol. It features famous Michelin-star restaurants, beautiful beaches, and great shopping centers.
Mallorca
From magical waters in sun-soaked coves to exquisite mountain greenery, it’s easy to see why many celebrities choose Mallorca to buy or rent a property. Mallorca is the largest island in the Balearic Islands and renowned for its beauty.
Bump shoulders with American celebrities in Spain
If you’re moving to Spain, you can be sure that you’ll be in great company with fellow celebrities. If you’re keen to buy in areas that these celebrities call home, then it’s worth checking out Marbella, Ibiza, Costa del Sol, Alicante and Mallorca.
