“A stunning 5* resort. Offers a relaxing retreat overlooking the mountainous surroundings. Beautiful, modern rooms feature a chic and elegant decor, many with private patios. Luxurious pools and gardens. A variety of activities including tennis, hiking, art classes and cocktail making. ”

Hotel review

This beautiful resort, spanning 200 acres is perfect for your holiday retreat. It provides the ultimate relaxation with its award winning spa and lavish, chic pools. The contemporary, stylish property nestles in a secluded lush landscape of rugged mountains. It has expansive grounds of beautiful gardens and golf courses. The rooms are smart and modern, blending luxury and familiarity in a contemporary Spanish style. Every room has either a patio, garden or stunning views. The activities on offer are endless with beginner classes in fitness, art, tennis and so on. There is a superb kids programme, including Camp Oak, s'mores roasting, and scavenger hunts. A resort excellent for both a relaxing retreat or an active family holiday.

Recommended for

  • Families

    • Excellent kids programme includes a kids club, s'mores table top roasting, and treasure hunts
  • Pet friendly

    • Only dogs allowed. $150 for the first dog, $50 for the second. Maximum two dogs per room
  • Historic

    • The property has been consistently attracting guests since its opening in 1923
  • Active Holiday

    • Biking, hiking, golf, swimming, tennnis, basketball...
  • Art Classes

    • Includes orizomegami, basic drawing, glass painting
  • Spa breaks

    • Mind & body classes, massages, facials available
  • Other Activities

    • Cocktail mixology classes
  • Family Suites

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Roof terrace

  • Secluded setting

  • Yoga

  • Trekking

  • Total relaxation

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Private Hot Tub

  • Tennis

  • Hills & mountains

  • Spa

  • Restaurant

  • Great walks

  • Golf

  • In/by a Nature Reserve

  • Gym

  • Inn

  • Child friendly

  • 5* Luxury

  • Disabled access

  • Tennis coaching

  • Luxury

  • Mountain biking

  • Free wifi

  • Views

Facilities

  • Rooms

    238 rooms in this hotel
  • Private villas

    Casa Elar estate provides the comfort of a stately home, fully serviced and staffed. Includes private pool
  • Pet friendly

    Only dogs allowed. $150 for the first dog, $50 for the second. Maximum two dogs per room
  • Cots available

    Complimentary cots, rollaway beds also available for $20 a stay
  • Swimming Pool

    Three enormous outdoor swimming pools
  • Business Centre

    Includes Mac and PC equipment
  • Family Suites

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Fireplace

  • Communal Dining

  • Roof terrace

  • Bar

  • Parking

  • Bath robes

  • Wifi

  • Outdoor dining

  • Internet

  • Massage

  • Private dining room

  • Billiard/pool table

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Private Hot Tub

  • Room service

  • Spa

  • Restaurant

  • Garden

  • Gym

  • Child friendly

  • Sitting Room

  • Games room

  • 24 Hour room service

  • Disabled access

  • Suites

  • Hot Tub

  • Satellite / Cable TV

  • Air conditioning

  • Free wifi

  • Views

Activities

  • Art Classes

    • Includes orizomegami, basic drawing, glass painting
  • Other Activities

    • Cocktail mixology classes
  • Yoga

  • Trekking

  • Tennis

  • Great walks

  • Golf

  • Tennis coaching

  • Mountain biking

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