ALMERIMAR HOTEL & GOLF CLUB

The layout was conceived by the legendary South African, Gary Player, in conjunction with Ron Kirby, and is an outstanding resort course. The wide fairways are bordered by amazing palm trees, and the layout is punctuated by a number of dangerous but beautiful water hazards. As is the case with every good modern resort course, Almerimar has a good variety of tees, to ensure that there is a suitable challenge for every visitor.

Make sure to be ready from the outset, as the opening hole is a stunning short hole, which demands a carry of some 100 metres over water. The natural beauty that surrounds the course makes it really special, while the golf course is sure to leave a lasting impression on every visitor during their golfing holiday.

Easily accessed from Almeria's international airport, the Hotel Almerimar is a fantastic destination for leisure and golf travellers, be it groups, families or couples.

The hotel has a total of 287 guest rooms, comprised of a pleasant mix of standard and executive bedrooms, in addition to the opulent and spacious suites. Every guest room has a private terrace, from which you can enjoy the unrivalled views over the Mediterranean Sea or the neighbouring golf course, while inside you will find rooms that have been decorated tastefully to an extremely high standard. All are air-conditioned throughout, and are equipped with digital satellite television, direct dial telephone, mini-bar, hair dryer and a safe deposit box.

The Hotel Almerimar is also ideally set up to welcome corporate and business travellers, with the capability to host up to 800 delegates in top class facilities. The hotel is situated on the coastline, in one of Europe's sunniest climates, where every single guest should be able to soak up some sun and enjoy a thoroughly memorable golfing holiday.

If the sand and surf of the Mediterranean are not enough, the hotel has outdoor swimming pools and sun terraces which are the perfect place for the kids to play, or just for soaking up the sun. For those feeling more active, the resort also has a well-equipped gym, a petanque court and tennis and squash facilities. There are also two jacuzzis, a sauna, Turkish bath, and a massage parlour to take away all the aches and pains.

The Almerimar Reosrt will add a brand new 5* hotel, directly next to the golf course, due for completion before the end of 2008.

El Velero is a cosy and intimate dining room, where a variety of local and international dishes are on offer. In the informal Gaviotas you can enjoy a light meal and a drink, either inside or outside on the sun terrace.

La Estancia is Almeria's most famous steak restaurant, where the finest Argentinian beef fills the menu. For some late night action, head for Café del Arte, where local DJs play funk and electronic sessions on scheduled nights.