Thea's guidebook
Sightseeing
Tarifa
Located at the southern tip of the Iberian peninsula, and just 1 hour 15 mins from the villa, a trip to Tarifa never fails to impress. Tarifa has something for EVERYONE.
Playa de Los Lances or Valdevaqueros are wide, soft sandy beaches, perfect for relaxing. There is also the chance to try kite surfing in the kite surfing mecca or simply the opportunity to explore the historic old town and Guzman castle.
Don't forget the whale and dolphin watching, detailed further along in guidebook (under heading Firmm).
One highly recommended restaurant within the old town is La Favela. +34 686 41 27 85
https://www.lafavelatarifa.com/
https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Restaurant_Review-g315918-d12574483-Reviews-La_Favela_Food_Drink-Tarifa_Costa_de_la_Luz_Andalucia.html
Amongst the numerous beach restaurants, Chiringuito Cabones 13 is well-located for Playa de Los Lances (a little out of the town centre) and consistent. +34 956 79 99 39 https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Restaurant_Review-g315918-d10700993-Reviews-Chiringuito_Carbones_13-Tarifa_Costa_de_la_Luz_Andalucia.html
Hotel Arte Vida on Valdevaqueros beach is the perfect location for “sundowners" or dinner after a day in Tarifa or Bolonia. Relaxed atmosphere and good food (tuna is fresh and "brochette" - meat on a skewer - is popular).
https://hotelartevidatarifa.com/
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Tarifa
Tarifa
Located at the southern tip of the Iberian peninsula, and just 1 hour 15 mins from the villa, a trip to Tarifa never fails to impress. Tarifa has something for EVERYONE.
Playa de Los Lances or Valdevaqueros are wide, soft sandy beaches, perfect for relaxing. There is also the chance to try kite surfing in the kite surfing mecca or simply the opportunity to explore the historic old town and Guzman castle.
Don't forget the whale and dolphin watching, detailed further along in guidebook (under heading Firmm).
One highly recommended restaurant within the old town is La Favela. +34 686 41 27 85
https://www.lafavelatarifa.com/
https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Restaurant_Review-g315918-d12574483-Reviews-La_Favela_Food_Drink-Tarifa_Costa_de_la_Luz_Andalucia.html
Amongst the numerous beach restaurants, Chiringuito Cabones 13 is well-located for Playa de Los Lances (a little out of the town centre) and consistent. +34 956 79 99 39 https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Restaurant_Review-g315918-d10700993-Reviews-Chiringuito_Carbones_13-Tarifa_Costa_de_la_Luz_Andalucia.html
Hotel Arte Vida on Valdevaqueros beach is the perfect location for “sundowners" or dinner after a day in Tarifa or Bolonia. Relaxed atmosphere and good food (tuna is fresh and "brochette" - meat on a skewer - is popular).
https://hotelartevidatarifa.com/
Ronda
Mountaintop town in Malaga province that’s set above a deep gorge. The gorge (El Tajo) separates the city’s circa-15th-century new town from its old town, which dates to Moorish rule. A stone bridge called Puente Nuevo, spans the gorge, and there are stunning views from different view points. Churches, museum, bull ring, baths, and restaurants overlooking the stunning gorge. A 1 hour 10 mins hour drive from the villa, given winding roads, but really worthwhile.
Alternatively, take train from Algeciras La Linea to Ronda - saves on winding roads but takes longer (ar you need to drive to La Linea to catch the train) . The route up to Ronda is very picturesque, as the track on which the train runs was originally constructed in Victorian times and traverses picturesque rocky mountains en route to Ronda.
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Ronda
Ronda
Mountaintop town in Malaga province that’s set above a deep gorge. The gorge (El Tajo) separates the city’s circa-15th-century new town from its old town, which dates to Moorish rule. A stone bridge called Puente Nuevo, spans the gorge, and there are stunning views from different view points. Churches, museum, bull ring, baths, and restaurants overlooking the stunning gorge. A 1 hour 10 mins hour drive from the villa, given winding roads, but really worthwhile.
Alternatively, take train from Algeciras La Linea to Ronda - saves on winding roads but takes longer (ar you need to drive to La Linea to catch the train) . The route up to Ronda is very picturesque, as the track on which the train runs was originally constructed in Victorian times and traverses picturesque rocky mountains en route to Ronda.
Monda
At just over 30 minutes drive from the house, the castle (and now hotel) of Monda is a gorgeous lunch (or sunset destination) for those wishing for an easy visit.
https://castillodemonda.com/about-castillo-de-monda/
Monda
Monda
At just over 30 minutes drive from the house, the castle (and now hotel) of Monda is a gorgeous lunch (or sunset destination) for those wishing for an easy visit.
https://castillodemonda.com/about-castillo-de-monda/
White Towns - The White Towns of Andalusia are a series of towns and large villages in the north of the provinces of Cádiz and Málaga in southern Spain. The villages are characterised by whitewashed walls and brown tiled roofs. These towns are an easy day-trip type of visit, generally offering in some cases hiking, rock-climbing, cycling and in some cases (Casares) a castle or museum to visit, not to mention the stunning vistas, and local cuisines. Amongst my favourites, Casares (Castle, museum and nature walk with guaranteed spotting of vultures), Grazalema, Zahara de la Sierra and Vejer de la Frontera, which really comes alive in the early evening!
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Casares, Málaga
White Towns - The White Towns of Andalusia are a series of towns and large villages in the north of the provinces of Cádiz and Málaga in southern Spain. The villages are characterised by whitewashed walls and brown tiled roofs. These towns are an easy day-trip type of visit, generally offering in some cases hiking, rock-climbing, cycling and in some cases (Casares) a castle or museum to visit, not to mention the stunning vistas, and local cuisines. Amongst my favourites, Casares (Castle, museum and nature walk with guaranteed spotting of vultures), Grazalema, Zahara de la Sierra and Vejer de la Frontera, which really comes alive in the early evening!
Whale watching is possible in the Straits of Gibraltar, particularly during the months of June through August and sometimes into early September. Dolphins, and at some points, orcas, can also be seen. The foundation FIRMM is committed to the protection of marine mammals and their fragile habitat. Book ahead of time. This is an absolutely incredible trip. Tip: take the earliest boat, as parking in Tarifa is tricky later in the day. FIRMM +34 956 627 008 https://www.firmm.org/en/foundation
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Firmm Tarifa
10 Calle Pedro CortésWhale watching is possible in the Straits of Gibraltar, particularly during the months of June through August and sometimes into early September. Dolphins, and at some points, orcas, can also be seen. The foundation FIRMM is committed to the protection of marine mammals and their fragile habitat. Book ahead of time. This is an absolutely incredible trip. Tip: take the earliest boat, as parking in Tarifa is tricky later in the day. FIRMM +34 956 627 008 https://www.firmm.org/en/foundation
Bolonia is a coastal village just 22.9 km west of Tarifa. The ruins of the Roman town of Baelo Claudia are located near the beach, considered to be the most complete Roman town ruins yet uncovered in Spain. Accompanying these incredible ruins, there is a free museum, which sheds light on the rich history of this area.
Easiest chiringuitos to eat at, are a short distance from the ruins: http://restauranteoterobolonia.com/ or Bahia de Bolonia https://www.facebook.com/bahiade.bolonia/ +34 956 68 85 34 - There isn’t much difference in the quality of menu, and both are busy during summer months, so book ahead.
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Bar Nuevo Bolonia
Bolonia is a coastal village just 22.9 km west of Tarifa. The ruins of the Roman town of Baelo Claudia are located near the beach, considered to be the most complete Roman town ruins yet uncovered in Spain. Accompanying these incredible ruins, there is a free museum, which sheds light on the rich history of this area.
Easiest chiringuitos to eat at, are a short distance from the ruins: http://restauranteoterobolonia.com/ or Bahia de Bolonia https://www.facebook.com/bahiade.bolonia/ +34 956 68 85 34 - There isn’t much difference in the quality of menu, and both are busy during summer months, so book ahead.
El chorro
A nearly 2 hour drive from the villa, El Chorro is a small town near the town of Álora, located near the spectacular suspended walkway, El Caminito Del Rey, which has been recently renovated and not recommended for children.
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El Chorro
El chorro
A nearly 2 hour drive from the villa, El Chorro is a small town near the town of Álora, located near the spectacular suspended walkway, El Caminito Del Rey, which has been recently renovated and not recommended for children.
Estepona
A 15 minute drive to the west from the villa brings you to the lovely coastal town of Estepona. While parts of the sea front are more modern, the old town is extremely cute and houses some wonderful little tapas bars. The port area, at the far end, culminates in a child-friendly beach, Playa del Cristo, which boasts a shallow, sandy beach in a protected (by old harbour wall) cove, with limited impact from tide, and two pleasant chiringuitos.
La Bulla Gastrobar - labullagastrobar - the best and most innovative presentation of fresh tuna, located on the seafront in Estepona.
Otherwise, tapas at La Casa Del Rey - lacasadelreyestepona - is also delicious.
No trip to Estepona is complete without a walk around Plaza de las Flores and the restaurants in and around the square.
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Estepona
Estepona
A 15 minute drive to the west from the villa brings you to the lovely coastal town of Estepona. While parts of the sea front are more modern, the old town is extremely cute and houses some wonderful little tapas bars. The port area, at the far end, culminates in a child-friendly beach, Playa del Cristo, which boasts a shallow, sandy beach in a protected (by old harbour wall) cove, with limited impact from tide, and two pleasant chiringuitos.
La Bulla Gastrobar - labullagastrobar - the best and most innovative presentation of fresh tuna, located on the seafront in Estepona.
Otherwise, tapas at La Casa Del Rey - lacasadelreyestepona - is also delicious.
No trip to Estepona is complete without a walk around Plaza de las Flores and the restaurants in and around the square.
Granada - in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountains, Granada is well known for grand examples of medieval architecture dating to the Moorish occupation, especially the Alhambra. The majestic fortress and it's stunning gardens stand proud above the city, a testament to the rich history of the area. But, there is just so much more to do in Granada, and it's all best done out of the heat of summer sun. Book ahead for access to the Alhambra, due to popularity; walking tours around the neighbourhoods of Sacromonte and Albaycin by day or by night; the Basilico De San Juan De Dios; Arabian Baths experience at the Hammam al Andalus; Flamenco night, nestled in the old town, up the winding, flower-lined stairways.
Granada is somewhere to stay for a night. Cars are tricky so find a hotel with a car park.
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Granada
Granada - in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountains, Granada is well known for grand examples of medieval architecture dating to the Moorish occupation, especially the Alhambra. The majestic fortress and it's stunning gardens stand proud above the city, a testament to the rich history of the area. But, there is just so much more to do in Granada, and it's all best done out of the heat of summer sun. Book ahead for access to the Alhambra, due to popularity; walking tours around the neighbourhoods of Sacromonte and Albaycin by day or by night; the Basilico De San Juan De Dios; Arabian Baths experience at the Hammam al Andalus; Flamenco night, nestled in the old town, up the winding, flower-lined stairways.
Granada is somewhere to stay for a night. Cars are tricky so find a hotel with a car park.
Malaga - 50 minutes east of the villa, Malaga boasts a wonderful old town and restaurant-packed harbour - 2 castles, amphitheatre, lots of nice restaurants around port.
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Málaga
Malaga - 50 minutes east of the villa, Malaga boasts a wonderful old town and restaurant-packed harbour - 2 castles, amphitheatre, lots of nice restaurants around port.
Unforgettable gorge-side walk. Views are spectacular. Guided or unguided (at your own pace). Can be done with children age 8 and up -- passport details are needed to prove age! About and hour and 15 mins drive from the house.
Book the car park and bus transfers ahead of time.
Eat at El Mirador afterwards -- brilliant value and a wonderful view over the lake.
Visit the lake (near restaurant El Kodiak) after the walk.
Caminito del Rey - South Exit
Unforgettable gorge-side walk. Views are spectacular. Guided or unguided (at your own pace). Can be done with children age 8 and up -- passport details are needed to prove age! About and hour and 15 mins drive from the house.
Book the car park and bus transfers ahead of time.
Eat at El Mirador afterwards -- brilliant value and a wonderful view over the lake.
Visit the lake (near restaurant El Kodiak) after the walk.
Food scene
Puerto Banus
15 mins drive east of the villa, Puerto Banus is a lively coastal town with a BIG nightlife. Amongst the highlights of any visit is a quick walk through the port area, with it’s gargantuan boats and high end bespoke sports cars. The restaurants and bars along the port front (primera linea) are mixed in terms of quality and price. The cheapest, and one of the most popular is Picasso Pizza, for which queues often stretch several hundred metres. Details of preferred restaurants follows later.
The street behind primera linea is lined with bars and is generally the focal point of stag and hen parties.
The impressively large department store, El Corte Ingles, is another highlight of a trip into Puerto Banus. With two generous floors of fashion for both ladies and men, and a sports department to be envied, the summer sale is a great time to visit. Opposite El Corte Ingles, a more manageable-sized shopping centre is home to Zara, H&M, Massimo Dutti and many others.
In & around Puerto Banus
Noto - Italian with a twist. Simple restaurant with takeaway service. notorestaurant
Vovem - grill - Avenida duque de ahumada 9 - Best steak we have had in Marbella. Not a huge restaurant but lovely. vovemasador
La Sala - A long-standing live music, dinner and dance place, this restaurant has a reliable menu, and live music every night of the year - it seems - and is NEVER empty. Good for late night drinks also, and people watching. lasalabanus
Breathe - Gastrobar and restaurant - a recent new addition has really taken the green and leafy oasis to the next level. The bar up top is a must before a meal for the views.
At the port
Our favourite Italian - Carpaccio - primero linea of harbour at Puerto Banus. carpacciobanus
Los Banditos - Primo Linia Puerto Banus. Very nice, very popular restaurant.
Picasso Pizza - often has a 50 m queue, mainly due to lower prices, big pizzas and friendly staff.
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Puerto Banus
Puerto Banus
15 mins drive east of the villa, Puerto Banus is a lively coastal town with a BIG nightlife. Amongst the highlights of any visit is a quick walk through the port area, with it’s gargantuan boats and high end bespoke sports cars. The restaurants and bars along the port front (primera linea) are mixed in terms of quality and price. The cheapest, and one of the most popular is Picasso Pizza, for which queues often stretch several hundred metres. Details of preferred restaurants follows later.
The street behind primera linea is lined with bars and is generally the focal point of stag and hen parties.
The impressively large department store, El Corte Ingles, is another highlight of a trip into Puerto Banus. With two generous floors of fashion for both ladies and men, and a sports department to be envied, the summer sale is a great time to visit. Opposite El Corte Ingles, a more manageable-sized shopping centre is home to Zara, H&M, Massimo Dutti and many others.
In & around Puerto Banus
Noto - Italian with a twist. Simple restaurant with takeaway service. notorestaurant
Vovem - grill - Avenida duque de ahumada 9 - Best steak we have had in Marbella. Not a huge restaurant but lovely. vovemasador
La Sala - A long-standing live music, dinner and dance place, this restaurant has a reliable menu, and live music every night of the year - it seems - and is NEVER empty. Good for late night drinks also, and people watching. lasalabanus
Breathe - Gastrobar and restaurant - a recent new addition has really taken the green and leafy oasis to the next level. The bar up top is a must before a meal for the views.
At the port
Our favourite Italian - Carpaccio - primero linea of harbour at Puerto Banus. carpacciobanus
Los Banditos - Primo Linia Puerto Banus. Very nice, very popular restaurant.
Picasso Pizza - often has a 50 m queue, mainly due to lower prices, big pizzas and friendly staff.
San Pedro de Alcántara
Situated just 10 minutes drive east of the house, San Pedro is a local gem for several reasons, not least its burgeoning selection of restaurants, long stretch of beach, complete with promenade that runs as far as Marbella, but also for the BEST ice cream ever. San Pedro has a local market in the upper part of the town, on Thursday mornings, which can be fun to visit. There is a bike hire shop (Base bikes), and a lovely, recently renovated pedestrian shopping area, spotted with trendy cafes. Finally, for the youngest guests, there is an extensive play park built on the San Pedro Boulevard - the beautifully landscaped strip of land above the San Pedro tune (A-7).
Benisty - recent find. Avenida de la mediteraneo - really good steak (with Gorgonzola is great!) and fish. Good food and not too pricey. https://www.sanpedromarbella.eu/benisty
Da Bruno San Pedro - with playground opposite. Avenida de la mediteraneo. Solid and reliable Italian food. Family friendly. https://www.dabruno.com/en-san-pedro
Tanino - near Da Bruno, interesting menu and decor. https://tanino.es/en/san-pedro/
Casa Fernando restaurant - fish restaurant in lovely garden setting. Further down Avenida de la Mediterraneo, towards the sea., on right hand side. https://www.casafernandos.com/
Albert & Simon - good French restaurant on road parallel to Avenida de la Mediteraneo http://albertysimon.com/en/
Organic food place - called Origin - Main Street. Seems nice.
Hustle and Flow - great breakfast place just off the boulevard in SP. Pancakes etc. Done up nicely. https://hustlenflow.com/
But don’t forget the ICE CREAM!!
Heladeria Giolatto - Totally amazing ice cream!! where Avenida de la Constitución Meets Doctor Eusebio Ramirez (street). Ice cream in a wide range of flavours (all very palatable) is made daily on site. It is also open late in to the evening, so a post dinner stroll the to ice cream shop is a must. https://giolatto.com/sabores-de-helados
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San Pedro de Alcántara
San Pedro de Alcántara
Situated just 10 minutes drive east of the house, San Pedro is a local gem for several reasons, not least its burgeoning selection of restaurants, long stretch of beach, complete with promenade that runs as far as Marbella, but also for the BEST ice cream ever. San Pedro has a local market in the upper part of the town, on Thursday mornings, which can be fun to visit. There is a bike hire shop (Base bikes), and a lovely, recently renovated pedestrian shopping area, spotted with trendy cafes. Finally, for the youngest guests, there is an extensive play park built on the San Pedro Boulevard - the beautifully landscaped strip of land above the San Pedro tune (A-7).
Benisty - recent find. Avenida de la mediteraneo - really good steak (with Gorgonzola is great!) and fish. Good food and not too pricey. https://www.sanpedromarbella.eu/benisty
Da Bruno San Pedro - with playground opposite. Avenida de la mediteraneo. Solid and reliable Italian food. Family friendly. https://www.dabruno.com/en-san-pedro
Tanino - near Da Bruno, interesting menu and decor. https://tanino.es/en/san-pedro/
Casa Fernando restaurant - fish restaurant in lovely garden setting. Further down Avenida de la Mediterraneo, towards the sea., on right hand side. https://www.casafernandos.com/
Albert & Simon - good French restaurant on road parallel to Avenida de la Mediteraneo http://albertysimon.com/en/
Organic food place - called Origin - Main Street. Seems nice.
Hustle and Flow - great breakfast place just off the boulevard in SP. Pancakes etc. Done up nicely. https://hustlenflow.com/
But don’t forget the ICE CREAM!!
Heladeria Giolatto - Totally amazing ice cream!! where Avenida de la Constitución Meets Doctor Eusebio Ramirez (street). Ice cream in a wide range of flavours (all very palatable) is made daily on site. It is also open late in to the evening, so a post dinner stroll the to ice cream shop is a must. https://giolatto.com/sabores-de-helados
BenahavisLocated around 15 minutes drive from the house, this picturesque hill town is most commonly known to have the most restaurants per square metre and was nicknamed the “dining room of the Costa Del Sol”. The nearby area, with it’s river and ravines is also a great place to have a walk.
In the square, try http://latabernafantastica.es/ for dinner.
Los Abanicos - Generous portions in a welcoming and very popular restaurant. Tel. +34 952 85 50 22.
Amanhavis - Part of the Amanhavis hotel, situated at the far end of the town, the dining space is located within the private courtyard of the hotel, alongside it’s very small pool. The food was delicious, though the menu not extensive. +34 952 85 60 26; www.Amanhavis.com
The Hills Cafe - within the Benahavis Country club, this restaurant boasts stunning sea views and an extremely accomplished chef. Tel. +34 952 856 171; www.Benahavishills.com
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Benahavís
BenahavisLocated around 15 minutes drive from the house, this picturesque hill town is most commonly known to have the most restaurants per square metre and was nicknamed the “dining room of the Costa Del Sol”. The nearby area, with it’s river and ravines is also a great place to have a walk.
In the square, try http://latabernafantastica.es/ for dinner.
Los Abanicos - Generous portions in a welcoming and very popular restaurant. Tel. +34 952 85 50 22.
Amanhavis - Part of the Amanhavis hotel, situated at the far end of the town, the dining space is located within the private courtyard of the hotel, alongside it’s very small pool. The food was delicious, though the menu not extensive. +34 952 85 60 26; www.Amanhavis.com
The Hills Cafe - within the Benahavis Country club, this restaurant boasts stunning sea views and an extremely accomplished chef. Tel. +34 952 856 171; www.Benahavishills.com
A great place to visit about 30 mins drive to the west of the house, around 20 mins closer than Gibraltar.
Some great beaches to visit, but also a wonderful, colourful, restaurant-bedecked port! Far less touristy than Puerto Banus.
The Polo -- No trip to Soto is complete without spending the afternoon at the green oasis that is the Santa Maria Polo - book in advance (not expensive). There are matches regularly, live music, food stalls and generally a great event to visit.
La Reserva - Amazing beach resort with great, though pricey restaurants. Pay a daily rate to enter La Reserva lareservaclubsotogrande
This resort boasts a beautifully manicured "beach", tennis and padel courts, water sports, golf and a variety of restaurants. Bookable in advance, but absolutely worth spending a day at.
Chambao churringuito - Playa Torreguadiaro. Balinese tables are great for groups of 6 or 8 to eat, while “hamacas” are available for relaxing on the beach. Price unclear.
chambaosotogrande - Book ahead as popular.
Soto has a vast array of different restaurants, from the utterly gorgeous Cancha Dos (asadorcancha2)- nestled like an undiscovered diamond amongst two polo pitches to the Andrew Martinesque cool of Trocadero (grupotrocadero) where the Salted Seabass is not to be missed. On a clear day, the view of Gibraltar is phenomenal.
Not to forget the stretch of gastronomy that is the Sotogrande port. Hit up Don Diago or Foodisiac, or Hairy Lemon for a bite and follow-up with a meander round the night market.
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Sotogrande
A great place to visit about 30 mins drive to the west of the house, around 20 mins closer than Gibraltar.
Some great beaches to visit, but also a wonderful, colourful, restaurant-bedecked port! Far less touristy than Puerto Banus.
The Polo -- No trip to Soto is complete without spending the afternoon at the green oasis that is the Santa Maria Polo - book in advance (not expensive). There are matches regularly, live music, food stalls and generally a great event to visit.
La Reserva - Amazing beach resort with great, though pricey restaurants. Pay a daily rate to enter La Reserva lareservaclubsotogrande
This resort boasts a beautifully manicured "beach", tennis and padel courts, water sports, golf and a variety of restaurants. Bookable in advance, but absolutely worth spending a day at.
Chambao churringuito - Playa Torreguadiaro. Balinese tables are great for groups of 6 or 8 to eat, while “hamacas” are available for relaxing on the beach. Price unclear.
chambaosotogrande - Book ahead as popular.
Soto has a vast array of different restaurants, from the utterly gorgeous Cancha Dos (asadorcancha2)- nestled like an undiscovered diamond amongst two polo pitches to the Andrew Martinesque cool of Trocadero (grupotrocadero) where the Salted Seabass is not to be missed. On a clear day, the view of Gibraltar is phenomenal.
Not to forget the stretch of gastronomy that is the Sotogrande port. Hit up Don Diago or Foodisiac, or Hairy Lemon for a bite and follow-up with a meander round the night market.
Marbella is a short drive east of the villa, and boasts a number of wonderful restaurants, a historic old town, a long stretch of coast (Paseo Maritimo) and remnants of a ninth century Arab fortress. The old square (Plaza de Los Naranjos) is well worth a visit, but bear in mind how busy summer months can be, particularly from the point of view of parking.
Beach & Pool restaurants in & around Marbella.
NAO - Beach club associated with Olivia valere - young beach club, really beautiful. https://naopoolclub.com/
Trocadero beach club - petit playa - looks awesome!! https://grupotrocadero.com/en/restaurantes/trocadero-playa/
La Plage Casanis - https://laplagecasanis.com/
PUENTE ROMANO - hotel with tons of restaurants. ALL good.
El churringuito - part of puente Romano - https://www.puenteromano.com/dining-and-drinks/el-chiringuito/
La Milla Beach Club - next to El Chiringuito
Victor's Beach - relaxed chiringuito on nice, though small stretch of beach. Take a right off the road into Marbella, maybe 500m after you join the rd to Marbella having passed Puerto banus. Sign posted by 2 large blue flower pots. https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Restaurant_Review-g187439-d1447526-Reviews-Victor_s_Beach_Bar-Marbella_Costa_del_Sol_Province_of_Malaga_Andalucia.html
Besaya Beach - turn right before victor's beach. It's smarter and well decorated but more expensive , but nice. https://www.besayabeach.com/
Restaurants elsewhere in Marbella.
Casanis in old town = https://casanisbistrot.com/
Puente Romano Hotel - lovely hotel half way into Marbella. Gorgeous courtyard for a drink by the roman bridge. Restaurants within - book ahead esp in summer.
Serafina - Italian. Delicious and not unreasonable. In the Puente Romano Courtyard. Run by two English/italian brothers. Good way of having dinner without breaking the bank, but getting the atmosphere of Puente Romano.https://www.puenteromano.com/dining-and-drinks/serafina/
Suites - club in the hotel.
Sea grill - puente Romano - Best seafood, lovely decor. Beautiful sea view. https://www.puenteromano.com/dining-and-drinks/sea-grill/
Nobu - puente Romano - it's Nobu.
El Chiringuito Puente Romano - as the one in Ibiza - https://www.puenteromano.com/dining-and-drinks/el-chiringuito/
Pan y Mermalade - as above - good burger or steak sandwich. https://www.panymermelada.com/
Da Bruno Marbella - on the road into Marbella old town, the Da Bruno family chain is a reliable, friendly Italian.
Mamzel at Finca Besaya - dinner show and party place. Valet car. etc.https://mamzelmarbella.com/menus/
Olivia Valere - terrace or babilonia. Big restaurant and club, opens late and stats open til early. http://www.oliviavalere.com/
In the Marbella Club - MC breakfast. and MC Grill good restaurant for dinner - Great steak and really Nice setting, surrounded by old trees. https://www.marbellaclub.com/en/restaurants/the-grill.html
Villa Tiberio - Italian down rd from puente, absolutely beautiful garden. Very smart. - Owned by the father of the brothers that own Serafina. It's a bit old school. http://www.villatiberio.com/
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Marbella
Marbella is a short drive east of the villa, and boasts a number of wonderful restaurants, a historic old town, a long stretch of coast (Paseo Maritimo) and remnants of a ninth century Arab fortress. The old square (Plaza de Los Naranjos) is well worth a visit, but bear in mind how busy summer months can be, particularly from the point of view of parking.
Beach & Pool restaurants in & around Marbella.
NAO - Beach club associated with Olivia valere - young beach club, really beautiful. https://naopoolclub.com/
Trocadero beach club - petit playa - looks awesome!! https://grupotrocadero.com/en/restaurantes/trocadero-playa/
La Plage Casanis - https://laplagecasanis.com/
PUENTE ROMANO - hotel with tons of restaurants. ALL good.
El churringuito - part of puente Romano - https://www.puenteromano.com/dining-and-drinks/el-chiringuito/
La Milla Beach Club - next to El Chiringuito
Victor's Beach - relaxed chiringuito on nice, though small stretch of beach. Take a right off the road into Marbella, maybe 500m after you join the rd to Marbella having passed Puerto banus. Sign posted by 2 large blue flower pots. https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Restaurant_Review-g187439-d1447526-Reviews-Victor_s_Beach_Bar-Marbella_Costa_del_Sol_Province_of_Malaga_Andalucia.html
Besaya Beach - turn right before victor's beach. It's smarter and well decorated but more expensive , but nice. https://www.besayabeach.com/
Restaurants elsewhere in Marbella.
Casanis in old town = https://casanisbistrot.com/
Puente Romano Hotel - lovely hotel half way into Marbella. Gorgeous courtyard for a drink by the roman bridge. Restaurants within - book ahead esp in summer.
Serafina - Italian. Delicious and not unreasonable. In the Puente Romano Courtyard. Run by two English/italian brothers. Good way of having dinner without breaking the bank, but getting the atmosphere of Puente Romano.https://www.puenteromano.com/dining-and-drinks/serafina/
Suites - club in the hotel.
Sea grill - puente Romano - Best seafood, lovely decor. Beautiful sea view. https://www.puenteromano.com/dining-and-drinks/sea-grill/
Nobu - puente Romano - it's Nobu.
El Chiringuito Puente Romano - as the one in Ibiza - https://www.puenteromano.com/dining-and-drinks/el-chiringuito/
Pan y Mermalade - as above - good burger or steak sandwich. https://www.panymermelada.com/
Da Bruno Marbella - on the road into Marbella old town, the Da Bruno family chain is a reliable, friendly Italian.
Mamzel at Finca Besaya - dinner show and party place. Valet car. etc.https://mamzelmarbella.com/menus/
Olivia Valere - terrace or babilonia. Big restaurant and club, opens late and stats open til early. http://www.oliviavalere.com/
In the Marbella Club - MC breakfast. and MC Grill good restaurant for dinner - Great steak and really Nice setting, surrounded by old trees. https://www.marbellaclub.com/en/restaurants/the-grill.html
Villa Tiberio - Italian down rd from puente, absolutely beautiful garden. Very smart. - Owned by the father of the brothers that own Serafina. It's a bit old school. http://www.villatiberio.com/
Neighbourhoods
Little urbanisation with supermarket and restaurants.
Pan y ciocolat - nice organic salads, juices, wraps and organic food. Nice outdoor space.http://www.panecioccolato.com/
La Rosa - Argentinian steak restaurant by sand guy that owns 1870. https://www.restaurantelarosa.com/en/
Beach-side Guadalmina has a phenomenal beach club and restaurant, El Ancla - serious fish menu by sea and seawater pool with hamacas. Super smart. Book ahead.
https://www.elanclarestaurante.com/en/
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Guadalmina
Little urbanisation with supermarket and restaurants.
Pan y ciocolat - nice organic salads, juices, wraps and organic food. Nice outdoor space.http://www.panecioccolato.com/
La Rosa - Argentinian steak restaurant by sand guy that owns 1870. https://www.restaurantelarosa.com/en/
Beach-side Guadalmina has a phenomenal beach club and restaurant, El Ancla - serious fish menu by sea and seawater pool with hamacas. Super smart. Book ahead.
https://www.elanclarestaurante.com/en/
Consigli per viaggiatori
Da non perdere
Restaurants around the villa - miscellaneous
Villa Padierna - hotel with various restaurants. 5 star. Great for a drink overlooking gardens and pools. Also boasts a sushi restaurant and various other eateries
El Paraiso Golf Club - decent food. Nice clubhouse, and open to public. Generous portions and welcoming environment.
El Paraiso Country Club.... Not actually a country club, but has a pool and tables in a garden around the pool. Cheap n cheerful. Good with kids, wouldn't go without kids.
Bel Air Tennis club - good for quick brunch, very good value. Fresh juices, eggs, small tapas style dishes. Web. Belairtenis