VILLAITANA WELLNESS GOLF & SUN RESORT 5*
Real de Faula Golf Club is located on the fringes of the resort, and boasts two 18-hole courses, designed by golf's greatest name, Jack Nicklaus.
Levante Course
The Levante is the championship layout at Real de Faula, and is widely regarded as one of the Costa Blanca's most challenging and enjoyable tests. In true Golden Bear style, there is much in the way of ‘risk/reward', where the brave may be richly rewarded for an aggressive strategy, however the penalties are sure to be severe if you stray too far off line.
Very much in the mould of an American resort track, the Levante has pretty generous fairways and gentle undulations throughout, while the large greens are receptive, and maintained to a superb standard. At 7,297 yards, it favours the long hitters out there, but there is something to entertain everyone, not least the spectacular surroundings.
Poniente Course
The Poniente is Real de Faula's second course, and is the perfect antidote to the lengthy Levante. Although the little par-62 layout only measures 4,017 yards, it is still enjoyable even for the highly skilled players, whose short game should benefit from the tricky short holes. Having a second course makes the resort incredibly appealing, as it is perfect for children, beginners, and those who are just looking for a leisurely round in the sunshine.
The terrific golfing landscape also benefits from being detached from the resort's property development, ensuring a truly idyllic setting.
| Offer Description | Special Offer | Valid | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Nights, Bed and Breakfast and 3 Rounds of Golf
(2 x Championship Course, 1 x Executive Course) |  | 01 Nov 08 - 23 Dec 08 | £271 |   |
The magnificent 5* accommodation at the Villaitana Wellness Golf & Sun Resort is housed within traditional Mediterranean style buildings, complete with minarets and domed roofs.
Overlooking the two tremendous golf courses, the hotel has a total of 238 guest bedrooms, including spacious and luxurious suites, with rooms including features such as high-speed internet access, satellite television, top quality bedding and linen, and a balcony or terrace providing splendid views of the mountains.
The outstanding facilities are beautifully off-set by the relaxed ambience throughout the hotel, allowing visitors to relax to the full and enjoy the golf and leisure to the full as part of a holiday on the Alicante coast.
Due to open in early 2008, the spa at Villaitana will be an exclusive complex, offering a heated pool with hydrotherapy, state-of-the-art treatment rooms, outdoor pool, lifestyle showers, Turkish bath, sauna and a fitness suite. The resort currently has an outdoor swimming pool, spa facilities, games room, children's splash pool and tennis courts.
There are a number of local villages along the coast that are well worth a visit, but a trip to Alicante gives you more options; Calle la Virgen is the place for a souvenir, while the Peňon de Ilfach, Calpe, is the headland that gave the town its name, where you can find a museum and a nature park. Alternatively, head North to Valencia, where the best shopping is found around the Calle Colón and the market. The focal point of the city is the Ciutat Vella, where the dry river bed has been transformed into a unique network of parks and leisure areas.
Real de Faula has a first class practice range, which is over 300 metres in length.
The Andra-Mari is among Alicante's best restaurants, specialising in authentic Basque classics, which also has a renowned wine cellar.
Hotel guests are spoiled for choice; you can dine in La Casa Verde, La Barraca, La Alquitara or Le Colonial, which between them serve a vast variety of local and international cuisine.
ALTERNATIVE GOLF VENUES
| Venue Name | Star Rating | Lowest Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| HYATT LA MANGA LAS LOMAS VILLAGE | £229 |  | |
| LA ENVIA GOLF & SPA RESORT 5* | 5* | £165 | |
