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ANDALUCIA

FINCA CORTESIN HOTEL GOLF & SPA
Casares , near Marbella
Finca Cortesin , gardens and view
Casares - 7 Miles , Estepona - 7 Miles , Gibraltar - 25 Miles , Marbella - 26 Miles , Malaga - 62 Miles
Not far from the romantic white-washed village of Casares , the five-star Finca Cortesin Hotel is an exclusive resort amid 215 hectares of manicured grounds on the Costa del Sol . With white-washed walls , terracotta tiles and shaded arcades , the style is of an oversized Andalucian villa within exotic gardens . The hotel ’ s overwhelming impression of space is paired with an ambience of refined luxury , built around two flower-filled courtyards which maximise sunlight and tranquillity . Beyond , views of the hotel ’ s manicured golf course boast a mountainous backdrop , while the Mediterranean Sea glistens in the other direction . The grounds feature four swimming pools include an infinity pool at the Beach Club - served by a complimentary shuttle bus - while the indoor salt-water pool at the conservatory-like spa . Other facilities include Japanese thermal baths and a unique snow cave . Interiors subtly blend authentic Spanish design with Moorish influences with dark wood , vibrant fabrics and rich carpets as well as lofty ceilings and arches . Finca Cortesin Hotel is a suite-only property and each of the 67 rooms offers added value additions such as welcome drinks and tapas , fruit and hand-cut flowers . This attention to detail continues in the dining venues : El Jardín de Lutz , Kabuki Raw and Don Giovanni . Serving Spanish , Japanese and Italian menus respectively , there is ample choice for the flavour of the evening , while The Blue Bar and Beach Club offer lighter bites and cocktail refreshments .
Golf Course at Finca Cortesin
FINCA CORTESIN HOTEL EXH1516 Best for : Long stays Official category : Five star Open : 16 February to 7 January Location : Casares Village , halfway between Marbella and Gibraltar on the Costa del Sol . Airports : Malaga Airport 55 miles Train stations : Almoraima station 20 miles Own transport needed : No Multi-centre suggestions : Seville , Cordoba or Granada to combine culture and relaxation .
THE HOTEL Accommodation : 67 suites with LCD TV , safe , ipod docking station , DVD player and complimentary Wi-Fi . Facilities : Three restaurants , Bar , Four swimming pools , Spa , Sauna , Hammam , Fitness , Thermal baths , Two tennis courts , Two paddle courts , Yoga , Pilates , Beach club ( open May to September ), Complimentary shuttle service to beach club , Golf course ( between 9-13 July and 3-5 September , 18 holes will be closed for maintenance ), Valet parking .
THE LOCAL AREA Local interest : Under 35 minutes ’
Poolside at Finca Cortesin
drive from Marbella and about 50 minutes ’ drive to Gibraltar . Activities nearby : Golf , Water sports
PRICES Expressions Holidays includes scheduled flights with British Airways London to Malaga , transfers and bed and breakfast . We can offer almost all other airlines that operate flights from any airport in the UK . Prices for 7 nights based on two people sharing a Junior Suite . Low season from £ 3040 per person High season from £ 3440 per person
OFFERS All current special offers are displayed on our website as the offers change throughout the year . All applicable offers will be applied to your booking at the time the price is confirmed to you .
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