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Travel Note
Travel
The Cortijo is located 25 minutes from Malaga Airport with the nearest towns being the traditional Spanish town of Alhaurin El Grande (10 mins), the pretty white village of Monda (10 mins) and the popular village of Mijas (15 mins). The nearest beaches are in La Cala which is 20 mins away. The cosmopolitan beach clubs of Marbella and Puerto Banus can be reached in under 25 minutes. The nearest good restaurant is 5 minutes away from the Cortijo and in less than 10 minutes you have a choice of restaurants and tapas bars in Alhaurin el Grande. Lidl, Aldi and Mercadona supermarkets are 7 minutes drive and there is a very good minimarket at the local petrol station selling all your essentials, fresh breads and pastries as well as a good wine and alcohol selection. It's less than 5 minutes away and open until midnight. Please see below for information on hotels, restaurants and transport.
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Directions
We were able to find the Cortijo easily using Google Maps, although the venue have provided us this information just in case! From Marbella – on the AP-7 dual carriage way take the A-355 exit towards Ojen, follow this road for approx. 20km until you reach the MA-3303 exit, take this exit heading towards Fuengirola. Follow the MA-3303 for 4km (you will see a 4km marking on the righthand side of the road and the turning to the Cortijo is the next turning on the right. ONLY TURN OFF THE MA-3303 WHERE YOU SEE A SIGN TO ROSA BLANCA – NO OTHER ROAD IS DRIVEABLE EVEN IF GOOGLE MAPS/SAT NAV SAYS IT IS. Follow the road down into the valley and at the bottom of the hill bear left, follow the road for another 1km where you will reach Cortijo Rosa Blanca on the left. From the airport – Take the MA-20 towards Malaga, continue on MA-20 for 3km and then take the A-357 towards Cartama, continue on the A-357 for approx. 15 minutes and take exit 48 onto the A-355 towards Coin, continue on this road for 10 minutes and take exit the exit for the MA-3303 towards Fuengirola. Follow the MA-3303 for 4km (you will see a 4km marking on the righthand side of the road and the turning to Cortijo Rosa Blanca. You can also reach the Cortijo from La Cala on the Ctra. De Marbella road, Fuengirola on the A-7053 and Mijas on the A-387. All of the routes will bring you out at the Alhaurin Golf Hotel roundabout, from there you must take the exit towards Coin, follow the road for 2.5km and the turning to Cortijo Rosa Blanca is on the left. Google maps link is attached.
Hotel
Hotel Alhaurín Golf Resort
Closest large hotel with 38 rooms. Please book this as early as possible as it books up very quickly! Only book this hotel through the oficial website.
Hotel
Casa Baliza
A beautiful B&B located close to Alhaurin el Grande old town. It has five pretty casitas situated within the gardens of the property. Adult only location.
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B&B Casa Luz del Sur
Beautiful B&B with 5 guest bedrooms. Located on the edge of Alhaurin del Grande and just a 10 minute walk into the town. Around 12 minute car journey from the Cortijo.
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Hearts and Home
Luxury B&B in the pretty Mijas Pueblo with stunning sea views.
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Mijas Residence
Stilish Villa apartments with a B&B service in the village of Mijas. Around 20 minutes from the Cortijo but the owners can provide a transport service for guests to and from.
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Shanti-Som Wellbeing Retreat
Luxury boutique hotel and spa, just under 20 minutes from the Cortijo.
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Casa 44
Newly opened stylish boutique in Alhaurin Old Town. 10 minutes from the Cortijo.
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El Oceano Beach Hotel & Restaurant
The closest beach hotel. Around 25 minutes from the Cortijo.
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La Cala Resort and Spa
Large 4 star hotel around 20 minutes from the Cortijo.
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Monda Castle
Recently reopened after extensive refurbishment. Around 15 minutes from the Cortijo in the pretty white village of Monda.
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Dining in Alhaurin el Grande
Mucho Mas – a new addition to Alhaurin located in a lively street in the newer part of town where you can also find a couple of bars for pre or post dinner drinks.. Delicious modern mediterranean/international menu with great cocktails. 15 minutes from the Cortijo. www.facebook.com/muchomasrestaurante Santiago’s Kitchen – Dining in a pretty courtyard under fairylit trees with a delicious modern Mediterranean/International menu that will not disappoint. Santiago’s is located in Alhaurin El Grande old town, 12 minutes away. BOOK EARLY! www.santiagoskitchen.com La Ventilla – our most local restaurant offering a traditional Spanish menu. Very pretty restaurant and at 5 minutes from the Cortijo. It is located next to the Alhaurin Golf Hotel and has a large terrace overlooking the pool. https://alhauringolfhotel.com/restaurant-la-ventilla/ Sam Sam Bistro – Modern style tapas and small plates bistro located in a lovely setting in a traditional church square in Alhaurin El Grande Old Town – sometimes has live music in the evening and is a very good location. www.samsambistro.es La Sardina – traditional tapas restaurant in Alhaurin Old Town. No need to book, serves food from 8pm Taperia La Casa de Abuela – modern Spanish tapas restaurant with great bodega located in the old town of Alhaurin El Grande. www.ladespensadeabuela.com FED – modern Asian/American/Spanish fusion restaurant with good views and cocktails - located on the outskirts of Coin town. www.fedterraza.com El Rincon – mediterranean fusion restaurant located in Alhaurin El Grande new town. www.restaurantelrincon.com
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Transport
Airport Transfers – www.unibusandalcuia.com www.minicabtransfermalaga.co.uk Local Taxis – 0034 684347480 0034 952491010 0034 619087544 0034 952453587