Luxury bespoke holidays and tours to Hotel Cortijo de Marques, near Granada in Andalusia
Facts in brief
Official star rating 3
Location Albolote, near Granada
Annual opening 15 March to 4 November
Closest airport Granada
Distance from airport The hotel is about 30-minutes' drive from Granada airport
Hotel facilities and services
Restaurant, swimming pool, and lounge.
Land sports
Horseriding, Mountain Biking and Hiking all available near by.
Out and about nearby
The Alhambra Palace is a must-see attraction, as is the AlbayzIn Quarter of Granada, the Caves of Guadix, the cathedral of COrdoba, and the Pueblos Blancos of Andalucia.
We particularly loved the Hotel del Sogno on Lake Garda for its character, beauty and amazing views. Great service too from the reception staff. Also they gave us great recommendations for restaurants.Mr and Mrs S, June 2023
Holiday price guide Sample prices are per person based on two people sharing a Double room for 5nights
From about
£1,260
Holiday Code EXH46045
The prices displayed here are a guide only. Each holiday price will be tailor-made at the time of booking to reflect all actual costs including up-to-date special offers.
Call us on 01392 441245
Luxury bespoke holidays and tours to Hotel Cortijo de Marques, near Granada in Andalusia
The three-star boutique Hotel Cortijo del Marqués in Andalusia, situated just outside the city of Granada, is blessed with views of orchards, olive groves, and mountains. The exterior and interior style captures the best of rural Andalusia, but with all the culture and history of Granada just a few miles away. The seclusion of the location makes this an idyllic retreat for stays of a few nights while you explore the wonders of one of Spain's most well-loved holiday regions. The white-washed walls, tiled roofs, cobbled courtyard, and attached chapel give the hotel an authentic feel, while also establishing a welcoming, homely atmosphere. Inside this irregular building, with its tower and archways, guests will find traditional living spaces, with vast brick and stone fireplaces, maroon leather sofas, and dark terracotta floor tiles. Exposed wooden beams are visible in the vaulted ceilings, and arched windows look out onto the landscape beyond. In the guestrooms, this style continues, becoming more traditional with the higher category room types. Terrace rooms are kept sleek and contemporary, with the addition of some rustic furnishings and standalone bathtubs in the en-suites, while the Tower rooms, Carpentry rooms, and Stable rooms incorporate some unusual, but charming, original features. The restaurant at the Hotel Cortijo del Marqués, housed in a long, cool room with stone walls and panoramic French doors that open onto a large terrace, serves food inspired by local flavours and ingredients. A unique three-course menu is prepared each day. At breakfast, guests are asked for their dinner choices, so that, during the day, the chef can source the required ingredients from local farms, markets, and suppliers. This ensures that every dish is as fresh and delicious as possible. During the day, guests can relax on the generously-sized pool terrace, or venture out into nearby Granada, perhaps visiting the iconic Alhambra Palace.
Room descriptions
Hotel Cortijo de Marqués has 15 rooms with air-conditioning, telephone, and other modern amenities. A safe is available at the hotel.
We particularly loved the Hotel del Sogno on Lake Garda for its character, beauty and amazing views. Great service too from the reception staff. Also they gave us great recommendations for restaurants.Mr and Mrs S, June 2023
Holiday price guide Sample prices are per person based on two people sharing a Double room for 5nights
From about
£1,260
Holiday Code EXH46045
The prices displayed here are a guide only. Each holiday price will be tailor-made at the time of booking to reflect all actual costs including up-to-date special offers.
Call us on 01392 441245
Luxury bespoke holidays and tours to Hotel Cortijo de Marques, near Granada in Andalusia
The journey and how you get there
For a holiday to the Hotel Cortijo de Marques, Albolote, Expressions Holidays includes scheduled flights with British Airways from London to Malaga, Seville or Granada. Flights may be available from other UK airports with Easyjet, Jet2 and TUI for example. If you are combining this hotel with stays elsewhere, you may want to consider flying into one airport and out of another. We can arrange this for you. The hotel is about 30 minutes’ drive from Granada airport and we recommend that we book for you either a private car transfer or a hire-car, depending on the itinerary.
Additional information
Minimum stays: A 3 night minimum stay applies during the Easter Holidays.
Children: Children are welcome at the hotel. Family Suites are available. Children under the age of 2 can stay free in a cot in their parents room.
Special offers
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We particularly loved the Hotel del Sogno on Lake Garda for its character, beauty and amazing views. Great service too from the reception staff. Also they gave us great recommendations for restaurants.Mr and Mrs S, June 2023
Holiday price guide Sample prices are per person based on two people sharing a Double room for 5nights
From about
£1,260
Holiday Code EXH46045
The prices displayed here are a guide only. Each holiday price will be tailor-made at the time of booking to reflect all actual costs including up-to-date special offers.
Call us on 01392 441245
Luxury bespoke holidays and tours to Hotel Cortijo de Marques, near Granada in Andalusia
About Andalusia
An Expressions tailor-made holiday to Andalusia offers the chance to explore a holiday destination famed for its indulgent climate and coastal appeal. The region cannot deny its fair share of sun, sea and sand, but what is often neglected to mention is the region's immense variety. Comprising of eight unique provinces, Andalusia spans west to east from the wetlands and the Atlantic Ocean to the deserts and the popular Costa del Sol on the Mediterranean Sea. Poised at the southern-most tip of the Iberian Peninsula, Andalusia acts as a gateway between the European and African continents, harbouring a myriad of influences that speak of the layers of civilisation that have roamed and inhabited the land. From the vibrant cities to the tiny white-washed villages, from vast sierras to the extensive coastline, Andalusia is a region of contrasts which promises an authentic luxury holiday.
Highlights of Andalusia
With 800km of coastline, there are plenty of beaches to choose from - facing the Atlantic are the long, sandy beaches of the Costa de la Luz, extending south from the Portuguese border to Tarifa; covering the area between Malaga and Gibraltar is the famous Costa del Sol, known for its numerous beach resorts which range from the cheap and cheerful to exclusive luxury; to the south of Granada is the Costa Tropical, a stretch of coast with sandy coves and a pleasant microclimate; and to the east is the more rugged Costa de Almeria. A number of luxury resorts and hotels are located along each of these coastlines. Surrounding Granada is the Sierra Nevada, a mountain range where the Spanish mainland's highest peak can be found and home to white-washed mountain villages. In the far east of Andalusia is the Sierras de Cazorla, Segura y Las Villas Natural Park, the largest protected area in Spain where you can find hiking trails, mountain villages and many wild animals. Further south is The Cabo de Gata Natural Park, a land and sea reserve near Almeria which is home to unspoilt scenery and an abundance of wildlife. In the west of the region is the Doñana National Park, an extensive area in the delta of the Guadalquivir River which includes marshland and sand dunes and is a breeding ground of the endangered Iberian Lynx. Thanks to the region's great variety in landscapes, culture and cuisine, a luxury holiday to Andalusia is sure to be a delightful experience.
Cultural highlights of Andalusia
Many of the Andalusia's cultural highlights can be found in the three Moorish cities of Cordoba, Granada and Seville, all of which are home to a number of excellent luxury hotels. Cordoba, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and former centre of Muslim control during Andalusia's colonisation by the Islamic Empire. At the city's heart is the astounding Mezquita de Cordoba, a mediaeval mosque turned Catholic cathedral with endless Moorish arches, columns and glinting tiles of vibrant hues. Other highlights include the fascinating Jewish quarter and Roman ruins galore. Nearer the coast is Granada, where Islamic rule endured the longest and the magical Alhambra remains as a monument to this legacy. A 9th century palace fortress, it guards over the city from an elevated crag amongst vast, aromatic gardens. To the west, on the peaceful plains of River Guadalquivir, Seville quietly awaits discovery along with its three World Heritage Sites: the Alcazar palace, the gothic Cathedral and the General Archive of the Indies. Other towns and cities of interest in Andalusia include Jerez de la Frontera, where you can visit the sherry bodegas which make the city famous and watch the dressage displays which are held at The Royal Andalusian School of Equestrian Art; Cadiz, the oldest city in Europe which is surrounded almost entirely by water; Ronda, a spectacular city which is split in half by a narrow gorge; Malaga, birthplace of Picasso and home to a Museum which displays a collection of his work; the small town of Baeza, where you can find stunning examples of Renaissance architecture; and Almeria, a coastal city which is dominated by the Alcazaba, the largest Moorish fortress in Spain. During your stay in Andalusia make sure to witness the seductive art of flamenco. Alluring, passionate and cathartic, it's easy to understand how this gypsy tradition has become one of the most familiar emblems of Spanish culture.
Festivals in Andalusia
There are a huge number of local festivals held in villages, towns and cities throughout Andalusia, many of which have a religious significance. 5 January: Three Kings parades, February: Shrove Tuesday Carnivals, February: Seville Tapas Fair, February to March: Jerez Flamenco Festival, March/April: Holy week celebrations, April to October: Seville Bullfighting season, April/May: Seville Spring Fair, April/May: Úbeda Classical Music Festival, Mid May: Jerez Horse Fair, June to July: Granada Music & Dance Festival, June - July: Cordoba Guitar Festival, August: Malaga Summer Fair, September: Ronda bullfighting festival, November: Granada Jazz Festival.
Gastronomy in Andalusia
Cuisine in Andalusia is diverse, varying throughout the region and combining Arabic flavours with more common Mediterranean ingredients such as seafood, olive oil and an abundance of fresh fruit and vegetables. As the birthplace of tapas, Andalusia is an excellent place to try the snacks which are often served free with drinks in Granada. Other Andalusian specialities include Serrano ham from the Sierra Nevada and sherry from Jerez de la Frontera, as well as dishes such as ‘Ajo blanco’ (a white gazpacho), ‘Espetos de sardina’ (roasted sardines), ‘Huevos a la flamenca’ (baked eggs with vegetables) and ‘Fritura de pescado’ (mixed fried fish).
