Finca Cortesin
Casares, Spain
Finca Cortesin sits in the hills near Casares, a short distance inland from the Mediterranean coast. Whitewashed buildings, generous courtyards and carefully planted gardens give the hotel an Andalusian character, while its spacious suites introduce a quieter, residential scale. Views vary between gardens, pools and the wider coastal landscape, with private outdoor space forming an important part of the accommodation. The estate's eighteen-hole course was designed by Cabell B. Robinson. It moves across rolling ground, using wide fairways, strategic bunkers and coastal views to create a varied round. The academy and clubhouse support golfers who want to practise as well as play, and the relationship between the course and hotel makes it practical to return to the suite between activities. A substantial spa, swimming pools and fitness facilities give non-golfing hours equal attention. Restaurants explore Mediterranean, Italian and Japanese influences, while the separate beach club adds a seaside setting a short drive away. The hotel suits travellers looking to combine several rounds with the slower pleasures of southern Spain, from time in the gardens to meals that extend into the evening.