A little too far out of town for large groups, this hotel is well suited to couples and smaller groups looking for something peaceful and relaxing on their golf holiday.
AT A GLANCE
Golf courses
Within a 5-minute drive, you will find Flamingos Golf, which has two championship 18-hole golf courses. Drive 10 minutes and play the eccentric Monte Mayor track.
Where you can play
El Paraiso Golf Club from £199pp
This 18-hole par 71 Parkland course was designed by South African legend Gary Player. It features lush fairways flanked by palm trees and meandering streams to create an exciting challenge for all levels of golfers.
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Flamingos Golf Resort from £305pp
The Flamingos Golf Resort is host to two of the finest golf courses on the Costa del Sol. Within the complex are the Flamingos Golf Club and the Alferini (previously called Gran Flamingo). Both are Antonio Garcia Garrido masterpieces that will leave you stunned.
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Los Naranjos from £289pp
Los Naranjos is an 18-hole par 72 Parkland golf course designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr. This course poses a mixed challenge with the front nine being fairly open and the back nine being quite tight amongst orange groves.
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La Quinta Golf and Country Club from £275pp
La Quinta has three 9 hole golf courses that allow you to play different variations of 18 holes. The golf course was designed by Antonio Garcia Garrido and Manuel Pinero (former Ryder Cup winner and three-times World Champion) and has stunning panoramic views of Marbella’s golf valley which you can enjoy throughout your round.
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Los Arqueros Golf & Country Club from £275pp
This is a fantastic 18 hole, par 72 Parkland golf course designed by Seve Ballesteros and is set in the marvellous surrounding of the Rhonda Hills. There are great views over the Mediterranean coastline for you to admire whilst making your way round this beautiful golf course.
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Doña Julia Golf Club from £279pp
18-hole par 71 Parkland course designed by Antonio Garcia Garrido. The course is built under USGA specifications which makes it a fair test of golf. The course also has views over the Mediterranean sea.
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Finca Cortesin Golf Club from £395pp
This 18-hole par 72 Parkland golf course designed by Cabell Robinson is the longest course on the coast if played from the back tees. This immaculately manicured golf course is already considered one of the best around.
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Monte Mayor Golf from £305pp
This 18-hole par 71 Mountain golf course was designed by Pepe Mancedo. It is very unique as it is set on the side of a mountain, with fantastic drops and breathtaking views on every hole.
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Estepona Golf from £265pp
This 18-hole par 72 Parkland course is a good matchplay course, with a lot of risk and reward holes, where decisions have to be taken. Its undulating layout with lakes and bunkers make it a good test of golf.
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4* Aparthotel comprised of 301 apartments (mostly 1-bedroom). The hotel has 3 restaurants and 3 bars, along with a very relaxing Spa.
This exclusive 4* aparthotel was opened in late 2004 and is situated within easy reach of the Golden Mile stretch of beach and Flamingos Golf Club. There are 301 apartments, the majority with one bedroom, each of which have a living room with a sofa bed, kitchen, either one or two bathrooms and a terrace to provide the perfect relaxing setting. You also have the added luxury of satellite TV and internet access. The hotel also provides complimentary use of WIFI, offer a golf desk and have storage for golf bags. There are three restaurants onsite; the Caledonia that has theme nights and a buffet service; the Mediterraneo serves international cuisine and an à la carte menu; and the final eatery is the Pool Restaurant, which acts as a snack bar. There are plenty of liquid refreshment options as well with three bars onsite to quench your thirst (please note that the pool bar is only open during the summer season). If you fancy a workout, the hotel's gym and spa will cater to your every need, whether it be a session of aerobics or a dip in a Turkish bath, you'll find it here. There is an outdoor and an indoor heated swimming pool depending on your preference and the Bel Air Tennis Club is only five minutes' walk away.
Did you know?
This hotel also provides Satellite TV and internet access.
Location
10kms from Marbella, Costa del Sol.
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