Luxury bespoke hotel holidays to La Manga, Spain
Facts in brief
Official star rating 4 deluxe
Location Los Belones, Murcia
Annual opening All year
Closest airport Murcia
Distance from airport About 20 minutes by car
Hotel facilities and services
22 restaurants and bars in La Manga Club Resort, 28 court multi-surface tennis centre and academy, Centre for professional football with 8 pitches, Scuba diving school, Children’s play area, Children’s activity club, Three 18-hole championship golf courses at La Manga Club Golf Training Centre by Thomas Johansson, Information centre, Hairdressing salon, Boutiques, Spa. There is a heated outdoor pool with a separate babies’ pool, and a 25-metre indoor lap pool with a separate children’s pool. The pools are supervised by a lifeguard from 9.30am to 7.30pm (5.30pm in winter).La Cala is the resort’s secluded cove. The sea is safe for supervised children’s swimming. Half board can be pre-booked.
Complimentary
Wi-Fi, Children under the age of 5 eat free from the children's menu at selected La Manga Club restaurants when dining with at least one parent, Parking
Chargeable watersports
Snorkelling, sailing, windsurfing, dinghy rental.
Land sports
Golf, Tennis, Bike hire.
Out and about nearby
25 kilometres away from the resort is the ancient port of Cartagena. The region’s capital, Murcia, is 70 kilometres away. The numerous beaches of the region are excellent and ideal for water sports. Highlights for families Roman and Byzantine ruins in Cartagena, Museums in Murcia, Picturesque towns of Lorca and Alhama. Excursions Tours of the region.
Excellent. I phoned shortly after 9am and by 5pm had a full written quotation with all the hotels we wanted. I was over the moon with your service.Ms G, October 2022
Holiday price guide Sample prices are for two adults sharing a double room in the hotel for 7 nights
From about
£1,520
Holiday Code SP16
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 hotel holidays to La Manga, Spain
The Grand Hyatt La Manga Club & Resort is situated in about 1400 acres amongst the gentle hills of the Murcian Mountains, in an enviable position that commands beautiful views over the countryside. The resort has an immense range of sports and recreation facilities for families. One of the main attractions for guests is the wealth of sporting activities that are available at the resort, including the three 18-hole golf courses that are amongst the best in Europe. Special golf packages are available with discounted green fees at the recently rebranded La Manga Club Golf Training Centre by Thomas Johansson and Junior Golf Academy. Another highly prized feature here is the Tennis Academy, again with lessons for both adults and children. Other sports academies are for football, rugby and dance for children during the summer period. Further facilities include an outdoor swimming pool and babies’ pool, an indoor lap pool and children’s pool. Families can also enjoy mountain biking, excursions and go-karting. There is a small beach in a cove but there are lots of other beaches within easy driving distance. This is a perfect destination for a longer holiday at any time of year, combining a wealth of facilities with high standards of service. The range of restaurants includes Amapola offering Mediterranean flavours for dinner, the Grand Hyatt Buffet, Asia with southeast Asian cuisine, Hatsune Japanese specialities, Don Luigi Trattoria, La Cascada which is an adults only poolside restaurant, la Cala in a spectacular setting overlooking the sea and serving fish and seafood. There are several bars and all day snack venues. The hotel now has a Club Lounge with exclusive benefits if you book one of the Club rooms or suites: welcome amenity, a la carte pillow menu, early check-in and late check-out subject to availability, ironing and shoe cleaning service, daily bottle of water, daily token for the driving range, access to the club lounge. Club rooms also have a discount on the sunbeds and umbrella at la Cala Beach Club (complimentary for Club suites).
Room descriptions
Grand Hyatt la Manga Club & Resort has a choice of 192 rooms and suites. Wi-Fi is included.
Excellent. I phoned shortly after 9am and by 5pm had a full written quotation with all the hotels we wanted. I was over the moon with your service.Ms G, October 2022
Holiday price guide Sample prices are for two adults sharing a double room in the hotel for 7 nights
From about
£1,520
Holiday Code SP16
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 hotel holidays to La Manga, Spain
The journey and how you get there
For a holiday to La Manga Club Resort, Los Belones, Expressions Holidays includes scheduled flights with British Airways from London to Alicante. 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 1 hour 15 minutes’ drive from the airport and we recommend that we book for you either a private car transfer or a hire-car, depending on the itinerary.
Additional information
Children: The Las Lomas Village apartments were designed for families seeking independence. A Junior Club offering a range of activities is available for children up to 12 years of age. Children under the age of 18 are not allowed in the Piano Bar or Mulligan's Irish Pub after midnight. Children must be aged 16 or over to use the gym or jacuzzi in the spa area.
Special offers
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Excellent. I phoned shortly after 9am and by 5pm had a full written quotation with all the hotels we wanted. I was over the moon with your service.Ms G, October 2022
Holiday price guide Sample prices are for two adults sharing a double room in the hotel for 7 nights
From about
£1,520
Holiday Code SP16
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 hotel holidays to La Manga, Spain
About Valencia and Murcia
The regions of Valencia and Murcia offer the chance to explore the long stretch of Spain’s eastern coast and the contrasting landscapes found inland. Picturesque villages lie scattered along the shore between larger towns, many of which have been overlooked by mass market tourism and are still beautifully authentic. The inland reaches of these regions vary drastically from fertile groves of oranges, dates and even rice to arid deserts spotted with isolated white buildings and hilltop towns. Valencia is another semi-independent region with its own language, valenciano. The language is derived from Catalan and has many similarities but it’s unwise to comment on this to a local as they are fiercely proud of their unique identity. Alongside valenciano and Castilian Spanish there is also the legacy of the long Arab occupation. On a stunning beach of golden sand is the regional capital of Valencia, Spain’s third-largest city. Visitors to this region must be sure to try a real paella as the famous dish originated here. There are countless combinations of flavours and ingredients to be tried in the restaurants, but the most traditional option is rabbit and chicken in a vibrant saffron rice. Valencia has reinvented itself in recent years with futuristic architecture and a sophisticated port area which contrast with the historic buildings of the atmospheric old town. On the other hand, Murcia is a historic city which is particularly noted for its Baroque cathedral and tapas scene. Between these two locations you will find the bustling town of Denia, launching point for ferries to the Balearic Islands. A historic port founded by the Romans, Denia has a hilltop castle, ancient fishing neighbourhood and beautiful beaches. The regions of Valencia and Murcia are particularly known for their festivals and two of Spain’s most iconic fiestas are held here. The crazy tomato fight of La Tomatina is Bunol is probably not to everyone’s taste, however the spring celebration of Las Fallas is highly recommended – a month filled with fireworks, huge bonfires and giant puppets that are set on fire at the end of the festivities. Booking in advance for this unique festival is essential.
Highlights of Valencia and Murcia
The City of Arts and Sciences and the Fine Arts Museum in Valencia. Historic monuments within Valencia including a 15th century silk exchange and a Cathedral, home to a Holy Chalice which is said to be the Holy Grail. Wildlife in the wetlands of the Albufera Natural Park. The lively university city of Murcia with Moorish fortified walls, Baroque cathedral and wealth of tapas bars. The Castell de la Santa Bárbara and Museo Arqueológico Pronvicial, giving the best views over the city of Alicante. The historic port town of Denia with its beautiful beaches, hilltop castle, former fishing neighbourhood or Baix la mar and Moorish influenced distrcit of Les Roques. Walking in Montgó Natural Park. Swimming at the secluded Les Rotes beach and nearby Cova Tallada (reached by boat or on foot). The town of Morella is the northern reaches of Valencia with its medieval fortified town and 13th century aqueduct. The iconic Penon de Ifach rock in the heart of Calpe. The colourful port city of Cartagena with its Roman Theatre, Castillo de la Concepcion and beautiful seafront promenade.
Festivals in Valencia and Murcia
March: Las Fallas festival of fire (Valencia), La Magdalena festivities in Castellon de la Plana. April: Easter celebrations and religious processions, Night of the Drums (Mula), Moor and Christians re-enactment fiesta in Banyeres de Mariola, Spring celebrations in Murcia including the “Burial of the Sardine”. June: Bonfires of San Juan Midsummer’s Eve Festival (Alicante). July: Valencia July Fair. August: La Tomatina tomato throwing festival (Bunol), August Fair in Xativa, the Corda fire festival in Paterna, Sexenni festival in Morella (every 6 years). September: Bull and horse droving in Segorbe, Murcia Fair, Romans and Carthaginians re-enactment in Cartagena.
Gastronomy in Valencia and Murcia
Cuisine in eastern Spain takes inspiration from both central Spain and the Arab influences of its past whilst making use of local ingredients available including seafood, fresh vegetables and game. Valencia and Murcia host many restaurants specialising in shellfish and fish, with fish often cooked in a salt crust or ‘a la espalda’ (lightly fried and baked). Paella, the vibrant rice dish which is known the world over originated in Valencia. Typical dishes include unusual ‘sea and mountain' combinations which use both meat and seafood, ‘Pa amb tomàquet' (bread with tomato, oil and garlic), ‘Fideuá' (a variant of Paella with pasta), ‘Zarzuela' (a seafood stew), ‘Escudella’ (a stew containing vegetables, meat, rice and pasta) and ‘Crema Catalana' (a Catalan version of a Crème Brûlée).
Climate in Valencia and Murcia
Valencia and Murcia enjoy a typical Mediterranean climate, although higher areas are somewhat cooler. Late spring and early autumn are great times to visit coastal areas as the weather is warm with temperatures of around 20 degrees centigrade, although some rainfall can be expected. Mid-summer in the cities can be unbearably hot, but the coastline is cooled by sea breezes. Winter is generally mild with occasional rain and average temperatures of 10-15 degrees, making this a favoured destination for cultural exploration year-round.
