Finca Cortesin

Finca Cortesín is a five-star hotel and golf resort on the Mediterranean coast of Andalucía, between Gibraltar and Malaga.

The hotel, built in traditional Andalusian style with whitewashed walls and tiled roofs, has 67 elegantly decorated suites. Each comes with one or two bedrooms, a living room, a kitchen and a terrace with sea views. Some suites also feature their own private swimming pools, and all are equipped with the latest technology, including a sound system, plasma TV, DVD player and wireless internet access.

Surrounding the hotel is the magnificent Finca Cortesín 18-hole championship golf course – one of the finest, and longest, courses in Spain. Beautifully landscaped with white-sand bunkers and many varieties of tree, the course enjoys dramatic views of the mountains and the sea. There is also a Jack Nicklaus golf academy, and several other top courses in the region, including the famous Valderrama.

Other facilities at Finca Cortesín include two tennis courts, two Olympic size outdoor pools and a spa with Turkish bath, sauna, indoor pool, gym and a full range of massages and treatments on offer. In addition, the sandy beaches of the coast are just minutes away and watersports can be arranged through the concierge.

Dining options at Finca Cortesín include a gourmet Asian restaurant, a classic Mediterranean restaurant and al fresco poolside dining.

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