The location of Sotogrande offers something unique and very special – somewhere you can enjoy a morning playing at some of the finest golf clubs in Europe then spend your afternoon skiing in the beautiful mountains. Within a 2.5-hour drive from the resort, you can literally enjoy the best of both worlds, taking in the snow, incredible views and activities on offer in the Sierra Nevada.
Indeed, only a short car journey from Sotogrande, just outside the lively city of Granada, lays the sunniest ski resort in Europe. Recently transformed and made more family friendly thanks to significant investment, the Sierra Nevada ski resort offers something to suit all tastes, and slopes for all abilities. Bask in the gorgeous snowy-mountain views under an Andalusian sun for a ski experience like no other.
Perfect for a weekend away, the pistes of the Sierra Nevada offer great hotels and spas. Located at the heart of the slopes and only 100 metres from the main ski lifts is the Meliá Sierra Nevada Hotel, featuring a free Yhi Wellness Spa to relax at after a day of fun on the slopes. Even more luxurious is the 5 star Vincci Selección Rumaykiyya Hotel, which ranks as one of the highest hotels in Europe. This luxury alpine lodge is a favourite with the King of Spain and offers ski-to-door access to the slopes, whilst also including a treatment centre to relax and recharge after your snow filled day.
Of course there are lots of other hotels suitable for a range of budgets, as well as ski chalets and apartments for rent; and with the city of Granada just a short journey away, famous sites such as the Alhambra Palace as well as an array of tapas bars, restaurants and cafés are within easy reach.
So the sailing, golf and polo of Sotogrande are just a short distance removed from the snowy slopes of the Sierra Nevada, producing a lifestyle quite unlike any other in Europe.
By Jackie Cruz - Manifesto ·