Junior Suite
Junior Suite Deluxe Terrace
Garden Suite
Suite Deluxe Garden View
Grand Junior Suite
Junior Suite Deluxe Sea View
Villa Armonia
Villa La Pereza
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Ikos Andalusia brings a new level of all inclusive to Spain’s sun-drenched Costa del Sol. The resort sits in 21 acres of gardens between the mountains and the Mediterranean Sea and is just 20 minutes from glamorous Marbella and historic Estepona, so it’s great if you want to get out and explore your surroundings. This is the Ikos brand’s first hotel outside of Greece. Ikos is known for its incredible inclusions and there’s no exception at its latest resort; if you think you know all inclusive, think again. The Infinite Lifestyle all-inclusive package features Michelin-star menus, over 300 premium wines, local dining experiences and a MINI driving adventure. Deluxe Collection guests get even more benefits, such as an unpacking service and exclusive beach area. Top resort facilities include a whopping eight pools and a restaurant for each night of the week. We love the authentic Italian flavours at Fresco and the relaxed vibe at the Beach Club. If that’s not enough, you also have the choice of three local restaurants thanks to the included Dine-Out Service. Rooms are elegant and modern with panoramic windows. There’s a huge range of different room types, with fantastic options if you’re looking for a family holiday or extra space and a private pool.
Kempinski Hotel Bahía Estepona has a real sense of space. Its modern Moorish buildings sit in sprawling subtropical gardens that lead down to the sandy beachfront, and outdoor features include three large pool areas. Children will settle in quickly here, thanks to the fun kids’ club and little touches like a kids’ corner with mini tables at breakfast, but there are adults-only areas too. The hotel’s restaurants focus on delicious Spanish food with a modern presentation: Baltazar Bar & Grill has an open kitchen so you can watch the chefs sizzling up Spanish classics and mouth-watering steaks. Spiler Beach Club, which is seasonal, is a great spot to while away an afternoon – couples and friends can book a Balinese bed in the adults-only zone and tuck into fresh fish platters washed down with ice-cold white wine. For special occasion dining, settings don’t come much more special than the enchanting 16th-Century watchtower for a private dining experience. All of the guest rooms are light and airy, with views of the gardens, pool or Mediterranean Sea. The Kempinski’s location makes it easy to explore Marbella, Puerto Banus and Malaga, as well as unique attractions like the small city of Ronda, which is stretched over a deep canyon and connected by the El Tajo Bridge. The region is also packed with more than 20 top golf courses and the hotel has a dedicated golf concierge to help you plan your games.
This dusky-pink palatial hotel makes a grand first impression, backed by dramatic mountains and fronted by manicured lawns and a picturesque lake, with classical statues and cypress trees dotted around the gardens. There’s even a Roman-style amphitheatre. Inside, the delights keep on coming: Anantara Villa Padierna Palace is adorned with more than 1200 pieces of art from the owners’ personal collection. The art-loving Arranz-Villapadierna family built the hotel in 2003 and the atmosphere is like staying at an exclusive family home. The easy elegance continues at the restaurants. The food is outstanding and the attentive service is warm and unstuffy. Choose a table on the terrace at La Loggia and tuck into a tasting menu while looking out over the lake, or head to 99 Sushi Bar & Restaurant for fresh sashimi. Plush guest rooms take influence from local regions, with local antiques and works of art. Choose a room with a lake view for total tranquillity, or if you want to go all out, bag yourself the three-storey Obama Villa – named after previous guest Michelle Obama, who stayed here with her daughter. For complete zen, take yourself off to the huge spa, which has scented steamrooms, saunas and an indoor pool. The outdoor pool area is also a highlight – it’s beautifully framed with palms and fountains and is incredibly peaceful. As part of the hotel’s personal approach, bespoke experiences such as olive oil tastings, art tours and flamenco lessons are led by local gurus. And if you’re missing the beach, simply hop on the hotel shuttle, which will whisk you to the beach club in just 10 minutes.
A stay at Iberostar Selection Marbella Coral Beach is all about relaxing by the sea. There’s plenty of space to chill around the two outdoor pools, rooms have a soothing décor and you can opt to go all inclusive if you don’t want to worry about counting the cost of cocktails. The hotel has two restaurants and two bars. Sea Soul Restaurant & Beach Club is the place to tuck into the flavours of the Costa del Sol and, for total relaxation, you can also pay a little extra to laze in a hammock. There’s a tranquil spa with a whirlpool bath, sauna and Turkish bath, and if you like to work out on holiday then you can join a group Pilates class and make the most of the 24-hour fitness centre. Rooms are cool and calming. Upgrade to a room with a sea view so you can make the most of the setting. The most relaxing rooms are the Do Nothing Double Rooms, which come with their own chill-out zone and access to the spa’s hydrotherapy area, while the Side Sea View Penthouse has a whirlpool bath on the rooftop. It’s also good to know that the hotel is a pioneer in responsible tourism, so a lot of thought has been given to the local environment. You won’t find any single-use plastics and all seafood is responsibly sourced.