Castaways Brochure 2011 by Alain Charles Publishing

An eclectic choice of over 300 hotels in the best locations in nine diversified destinations

Mallorca

40 Spain 68 Portugal 84 Madeira 93 Italy, Capri, Switzerland & Germany 98 France

Award-winning holidays created expressly for you Our â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;unpackagedâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; holidays enable you to travel and stay exactly as you would like. We take pride in our in-depth knowledge of the featured destinations. Our reservations consultants can advise on the suitability of hotels or make suggestions. With a choice of 320 places to stay in nine diversified countries, a little help can go a long way in ensuring your holiday is as perfect as you would wish.

About us We are a family owned independent business established in 1970 and take considerable pride in our continued independence. We are recognised as the leading specialist tour operator to Mallorca & Spain featuring nearly 200 hotels including all the Paradors. Our holidays to our seven other destinations are based on resorts and hotels chosen for their ambience and character. Holiday with us in 2011 and experience the difference.

Travelling by air, rail or car Whatever your method of travel, the Castaways service makes it simple and trouble free. Air: Fly from your local airport on the day of your choice at a time to suit you. We can make flight reservations on any airline - scheduled, no-frills or charter and we book your seats wherever possible. Business and Club class travel is available on most routes - simply call us for flight times, airline choices and any other information. Fly-Drive: We can arrange car hire at any destination airport. Enjoy the freedom of a self-drive car to explore places of interest near your hotel. Alternatively, our touring and multi-centre arrangements will bring a new dimension to any holiday. Car: Take your own car by Eurotunnel, cross-channel ferry or on a mini-cruise to Northern Spain. What better way to see the country than in your own car and at your own pace. We devise the perfect itinerary making as many or few hotel reservations as you wish. Rail: Eurostar provides excellent connections at Lille or Paris for onward travel to many of our destinations. It may take a little longer but you avoid airport queues and baggage restrictions - watch the passing countryside by day or book a sleeping berth at night. We can also make internal rail travel reservations - ideal if you plan a two or multi-centre stay but prefer to avoid driving or flying between resorts.

Making your own travel arrangements If you prefer to make an accommodation only booking, you will still enjoy the same high level of service from our reservations team who will be happy to help you make the best hotel choice. Also, to smooth the way to your destination, we include a private transfer from the airport to the hotel and back again at the end of the holiday.

Our pricing policy To ensure you pay the lowest possible price, our guide prices exclude flights. With air fares constantly changing according to demand, we research the lowest possible air-seat price at the time of receiving your enquiry ensuring you benefit fully from our comprehensive fare scanning system. More importantly, our on the day pricing ensures you have the full benefit of special offers and incentives we negotiate with our hotels and suppliers throughout the year. The holiday price will reflect your exact requirements and contain every possible saving. If, despite this, you find the identical holiday at a lesser figure through another company, call us so we can compare and compete.

100% Financial security When you book a Castaways holiday, it is guaranteed to be financially secure. Our air travel holidays are ATOL Protected by the Civil Aviation Authority under our Air Travel Organiser's Licence number 1140. We are bonded members of ABTA - membership V6913 which gives you the same full financial protection for holiday arrangements where we do not arrange air travel such as accommodation only and travel by rail, ferry or car.

Little extras to ease your journey -

Avoid stressful situations by asking us to book any of the following: Meet and Greet Parking: Drive direct to the airport departure terminal. A uniformed driver will meet you, take your car to a secure car park and bring it back after your flight has landed. Prices depend on the airport and duration. Airport Lounge: Available at most UK and EU airports Prices start at £15 per person for a peaceful environment, comfortable seating, newspapers, magazines and complimentary beverages. Airport Parking & Hotel: Save money by pre-booking parking. Staying at an airport hotel the previous night makes a more relaxed start and rates often include free parking.

Arrive in Style Except where we include an airport self-drive car, all our holidays include individual transfers in a high quality vehicle or private taxi from the airport to the hotel and back again at the end of the holiday. The transfer is exclusively yours and is not shared with other clients on the same flight. You can relax in comfort and enjoy the scenery.

Touring Holidays We are the experts in creating individual itineraries to meet your every wish. Whether it is fly-drive or taking your own car, our easy driving tours will take you to the most interesting regions of France, Spain, Mallorca, Portugal and Madeira. Any duration is possible from a few days to several weeks.

Twin & Multi-Centre Holidays See more of the destination country on a two or multicentre holiday. Combine the coast with countryside or simplicity with luxury. Drive yourself or use our private transfer service. The majority of our nine destinations can be combined with each other - a short flight opens up new vistas and cultural diversities. Imagine holidaying in Barcelona & Palma, Lake Geneva & Lake Como, Côte d’Azur & Amalfi Coast or Estoril & Funchal. We make it possible wherever you want to go.

Carefree Car Hire Our Mallorca airport car hire is slick and easy. We meet and walk you to your car which is parked at the terminal. When you return, simply leave the car in the multi-storey car park and stroll into the terminal. Alternatively, we can have the car delivered to your hotel and collected at the end of the holiday. In Madeira, to avoid you being lost in Funchal, we prefer to transfer you from the airport and deliver the car to your hotel on the day of your choosing. Our supplier in Continental Europe is who have always provided a first class service for our clients. In all destinations, we transmit your licence and personal data when the reservation is made to simplify and fast-track formalities when you arrive.

Destination Maps We include a free road map with car hire and touring holiday bookings.

Greeting & Visiting

Weddings, Honeymoons & Vow Renewals

Clients travelling to Mallorca & Madeira have the benefit of a full Concierge Service. Our local staff and agents are available by telephone at all times to give assistance. They can answer questions, suggest local places of interest, supply details of local transport and make restaurant recommendations. They can also visit you at your hotel by prior arrangement. Our holidays to all other destinations are created for the more independent traveller. The driver of the transfer car will be at the airport to meet you or, if you have booked car hire, the Europcar desk will be holding a confirmed reservation including your flight details.

These days, choosing a hotel often depends on its spa facilities. Whether it is a simple massage, hydrotherapy, anti-stress treatments, toning, facials and other beauty treatments or Thalassotherapy and wellbeing programmes, we can guide you to suitable hotels, give details of tariffs and make those important advance reservations.

Marry in Italy, undoubtedly one of the most romantic countries in Europe. Tie the knot in a lovely setting either at your hotel or a famous villa. We make all the arrangements and our local co-ordinator adds the finishing touches - bouquet, flowers, reception, cake and photography. Your family and friends can be with you for as little or as long as you choose. Enjoy your honeymoon at the hotel or jet off to another of our destinations. Our Honeymoon Gifting Scheme avoids any need for a wedding gift list. Invite your friends and relatives to make contributions to the honeymoon cost - we do not disclose the individual amounts gifted. You will have a dedicated account and receive regular updates on the fund total. The years pass by too quickly for all of us and memories often fade, as do photographs of the day you wed. You could recapture those magic moments by renewing your vows while on holiday in many of our destinations. We have several hotels with a private Chapel and many more with a special location for ceremonies where a local priest would officiate.

Making Things Easy

Gift Vouchers

Whether it is spa treatments, golf tee times, dinner reservations, restaurant suggestions or places of interest to visit, our UK reservations department or overseas staff will happily help make the arrangements - it is all part of the Castaways service.

Our colourful gift vouchers are the perfect present for all occasions. Give them to your family and friends or as rewards for your employees - a presentation wallet is included. You could even start collecting them for that extra special holiday. In £10, £25, £50 and £100 denominations, they never expire or reduce in value.

Spa, Health & Beauty Treatments

Mallorca

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Resort ALARÓ ARTÀ (near) BANYALBUFAR BENDINAT BINIBONA CAS CATALÀ CA’S CONCOS CALA BLAVA

CALA SANT VICENÇ CAMPANET CAMP DE MAR CANYAMEL CIUTAT JARDI COSTA D’EN BLANES DEIÀ

ESPORLES ESTELLENCS FORMENTOR FORNALUTX ILLETES LLUC ALCARI LLUCMAJOR MANACOR (near)

Hotel S’Olivaret Finca Son Gener Mar i Vent Sa Coma Bendinat Es Castell Hospes Maricel Sa Galera Cap Rocat Cala Sant Vicenç Niu Monnaber Nou Dorint Royal Golf Can Simoneta Ciutat Jardi Mardavall Hotel & Spa H10 Punta Negra Resort D’Es Puig Es Moli La Residencia Sa Pedrissa La Posada del Marques Maristel Barceló Formentor Ca’n Verdera BonSol Costa d’Or Gran Son Julia Hilton Sa Torre La Reserva Rotana

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POLLENÇA PORRERES PORT D’ANDRATX PORT DE POLLENÇA

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Hotel L’Hermitage Finca Son Palou Arabella Sheraton Golf Castillo Son Vida Convent de la Missió Jaime III Palacio Ca Sa Galesa Tres Son Brull Sa Bassa Rotja Mon Port Illa d’Or Illa d’Or Club Apartments Finca Llenaire Sis Pins Aimia Jumeirah Son Mas Blau Porto Petro Gran Son Net Pula Suites Casal Santa Eulàlia Read’s Torrent Fals Ca’l Bisbe Gran Sóller L’Avenida Eurotel Golf Punta Rotja Valldemossa

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Mallorca Our long association with the island - we have operated holidays here since 1979 - backed by an in-depth knowledge of hotels and their locations ensures you will be booking with the No.1 specialist operator to this destination. Whether you plan a short break or a more leisurely holiday, the diversity of the island scenery will enhance your stay. Our unrivalled selection of hotels, with full around the island coverage, means we have something for everyone but do let us help you make a choice: The North-west mountain villages - A spectacular 60-mile coastline dominated by the Tramuntana Mountains cascading down to rocky coves lapped by crystalline waters. Enchanting villages like Deià, Valldemossa, Banyalbufar and Estellencs cling to the hillsides and have always been a mecca for artists. The island interior - Almost untouched by time where agriculture is more important than tourism. Old values still prevail and the weekly markets are a customary meeting place. You can experience life at a slower pace in Santa Maria del Camì, Binibona and Santa Margalida. The best beaches - If you like sand between your toes, stay at our hotels in Port de Pollença, Formentor, Cala Sant Vicenç, Porto Petro and Son Servera but, with no fewer than 75 beaches around the island, you will be spoilt for choice anyway. The South & West coastlines - A haven for sailors with numerous marinas full of yachts. You can see some of the best in Port d’Andratx, Adriano and Portals; these also have trendy boutiques and restaurants. But there are sandy beaches as well, all along the coast, often with water sports. The ‘must be visited’ Palma - Do spend a day in the island capital where modern boulevards and international designer stores contrast with multitudes of shopping lanes in the old quarter. Visit the famous Cathedral, art galleries and museums. A stroll along the main promenade past hundreds of sleek yachts could well heighten your wish for a lottery win. Castaways and Mallorca - a well tested combination for the perfect holiday.

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Hotel Ciutat Jardi Ciutat Jardi

Cas Català

C/Jardi

This delightful hotel dates back to 1921. It was one of the first on the island and attracted a diversity of guests ranging from seafarers and artists to intellectuals who would gather socially and talk often until daybreak. Painstaking renovations in recent years have restored the former splendour of the hotel. The exotic Oriental façade has been designated a National Monument. There is a distinctly Colonial feel to the interior with its stately white columns and potted palms. Air-conditioned throughout. Comfortable lounges with bar service. Complimentary WiFi internet access from main hall. The hotel only serves breakfast as there are many places to eat within a few minutes walk including three famous fish restaurants. The well-appointed bedrooms have satellite television, minibar, laptop connections, two direct telephone lines and a modern styled bathroom with hydro-massage bath.

This famous hotel is an oasis of calm alongside the sea where a blend of luxury and serenity await the discerning guest. The recently reformed interior is an icon to minimalism with contemporary furnishings and décor accentuating carefully preserved classical features of the palace. A striking modern lounge leads to an attractive covered terrace overlooking the sea. Elegant dining room with optional outdoor service in summertime. The 7course waiter served breakfast has been acclaimed ‘Best in the World’ and is taken in the dining room or on an outside terrace. Cocktail bar. The well appointed air-conditioned bedrooms have a queen size bed, flat screen television with DVD and minibar. There are deluxe rooms in a new extension each with a private plunge pool. Sea edge infinity swimming pool, sun terraces and pool bar. Sea swimming access and boat dock. The Bodyna Spa & Revitalization Zone offers a wide range of health and beauty treatments.

Low season:

3 nights from £339 7 nights from £659

20 rooms and suites

High season:

3 nights from £399 7 nights from £719

Lift

Open 11 Jan-7 Dec

Open 1 Feb onwards

Transfer time 15 mins

Transfer time 20 mins

Guide price per person sharing standard room/balcony with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

Hospes Maricel

C/Català

51 rooms and suites

Low season:

3 nights from £395 7 nights from £639

High season:

3 nights from £659 7 nights from £1299

Guide price per person sharing eco-dreamer’s room/plunge pool with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

Daily departures from any airport on any airline or just hotel accommodation if you prefer. We have exclusive booking incentives at most hotels – visit castaways.co.uk for latest special offers. Holidays are created to your exact requirements – call 01737 812255 or contact your travel agent

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Castillo Hotel Son Vida

Sheraton Mallorca Arabella Golf Hotel

Son Vida Palma

Son Vida Palma A superb luxury hotel in the style of a Spanish country mansion. Peacefully positioned adjacent to the golf course in the heart of Son Vida. The elegant, air-conditioned interior is beautifully furnished and offers the maximum degree of comfort. The spacious bedrooms are exceptionally well appointed and have satellite television, minibar and personal safe. Excellent cuisine in the gourmet Michelin star Restaurant Plat d’Or and informal all day Restaurant Flame serving light Mediterranean specialities. Lounge and bar, weekly cocktail reception. Two outdoor swimming pools, one saltwater. Sun terraces, poolside bar and restaurant. Heated indoor pool, solarium, jacuzzi, sauna and steam bath. Free club for children Mon-Fri 10.00-17.00 with small pool and playground. Baby sitting or nannies available 15€/hour. ArabellaSpa offers a full range of treatments with pre-bookable packages available. Hairdresser. Three floodlit tennis courts. Fitness room. The Son Vida, Son Quint and Son Muntaner golf courses are minutes away.

Following an exacting renovation, this historic hotel is as beautiful as ever and now made even more luxurious by the merging of its romantic 13th century origins with 21st century elegance and the best of contemporary design. An impressive entrance foyer leads to sumptuously furnished lounges and the famous cocktail bar. Two restaurants: Es Vi, a gourmet restaurant with outdoor terrace and the fashionable Es Castell serving international cuisine complemented by spectacular views over the Bay of Palma. The air-conditioned guest rooms have satellite television, DVD player, Wifi highspeed Internet connection, trouser press and a top class bathroom. Two swimming pools, one heated, sun terrace, snack bar. Elegant drinks terrace with stupendous views. Children’s pool and playground, mini-club and child minder service. Heated indoor pool. Extensive Wellness Centre, four tennis courts. Golf Son Vida adjoins and Golf Son Muntaner & Golf Son Quint are nearby.

Low season:

3 nights from £529 7 nights from £949

93 rooms and junior suites

High season:

3 nights from £669 7 nights from £1175

Lifts

Open all year

Transfer time 20 mins

Guide price per person sharing superior garden room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

164 rooms and suites

Low season:

3 nights from £535 7 nights from £969

High season:

3 nights from £699 7 nights from £1255

Guide price per person sharing classic room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

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Hotel Tres

Hotel Convent de la Missió

Palma

Palma This former 17th century convent has been transformed into a stylish and most sophisticated hotel. It is secreted away just moments from the main shopping thoroughfares and art galleries.

In the heart of Palma’s old town, this former 16th century palace has been totally refurbished in recent years. Now rustic Mallorcan charm and contemporary design blend seamlessly to form a comfortable city-centre hotel.

Decidedly ethereal, the air-conditioned minimalist interior is a fusion of the past with the present. All the period features have been retained and the starkly white limestone walls are accentuated by designer lighting. The vast art gallery is an important feature of the hotel with an ever changing display of modernist art and sculptures.

It overlooks the Cathedral and is within an easy walk the best shops, restaurants, museums and the sea front. In all, a perfect base to explore this fascinating city.

The glamourous bedrooms are superbly appointed with king size or four-poster beds, a discreetly hidden satellite television, minibar, Internet connection and a contemporary chrome and glass bathroom replete with luxury toiletries. There is an ultra modern lounge, cocktail bar. The prestigious and award-winning Refectori restaurant is one of the best on the island and reservations are essential. Whirlpool and sauna deep down in the old crypt and an oriental style roof terrace.

A buffet breakfast is served in the Tres Bistro Bar which is also open for light meals both at lunchtime and in the evening. The roof terrace with its wonderful views has a sundeck, plash pool and sauna.

Low season:

3 nights from £389 7 nights from £775

14 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £449 7 nights from £835

Lift

Open all year

Transfer time 20 mins

Guide price per person sharing superior room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

The spacious air-conditioned bedrooms, some with terrace, are set in two buildings either side of a central courtyard. All have Internet connection, minibar, safe, satellite television, DVD and CD player. The spacious Grand Suite offers a private roof terrace and views of the Cathedral.

41 rooms and suites

Low season:

3 nights from £445 7 nights from £895

High season:

3 nights from £499 7 nights from £849

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

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Palacio Ca Sa Galesa

Hotel HM Jaime III

Palma

Palma An ultra-modern boutique style hotel, superbly situated just seconds away from the most fashionable shopping street in the city. Ideally placed for sightseeing, the hotel is within easy walking distance of the famous Cathedral and the old quarter as are the sea-front Parc de Mar, Es Baluard Museum of Modern Art, Almudaina Palace, the palm tree lined promenade by the port and marina and La Lonja restaurant quarter. The all-glass entrance foyer leads to the Cafeteria Constanza serving contemporary à la carte dishes and providing a good buffet breakfast with coffee freshly prepared for each person. Lounge with bar. Internet corner and high speed WiFi connection from anywhere in the hotel. The air-conditioned bedrooms have modern furniture, cable and satellite television, Sony music centre, minibar and safe. Spa with Jacuzzi, sauna, Turkish bath, massage, fitness equipment and leisure area.

An outstanding 16th century Palacio located in the shadow of the magnificent Cathedral in the heart of the medieval quarter. Ideally located for the exploration of a city famous for its wealth of cultural and architectural delights, art galleries, fine shops and restaurants. Approached through a traditional courtyard, the elegant interior is filled with antiques, paintings and fresh flowers. Polished wood floors and jewel colour stained glass windows add to the visual pleasures which abound in this gracious property. The air-conditioned guest rooms have jacuzzi bath, satellite television with Internet access, minibar, complimentary tea and coffee making facilities. Heated indoor pool, fitness jet shower, vapour bath, solarium and exercise equipment are all contained in an arched basement believed to have Roman origins. Massage, treatments, yoga. Attractive roof terrace overlooking the Cathedral and Bay of Palma.

Low season:

3 nights from £349 7 nights from £689

88 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £399 7 nights from £749

Lift

Open all year

Transfer time 20 mins

Transfer time 25 mins

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

12 rooms and suites

Low season:

3 nights from £449 7 nights from £799

High season:

3 nights from £535 7 nights from £925

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

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Hotel BonSol

Hotel Bendinat

Illetes & Bendinat

Bendinat

Illetes An extremely popular family owned hotel nestled in a hillside overlooking the sea. Air-conditioned bedrooms with satellite television, minibar, tea and coffee making facility; the superior rooms have a sitting area and seaview and there are suites and apartments but these do not have a seaview. Several lounges and a large bar with music and dancing some evenings. Wintergarden room for breakfast and lunch, dinner is served in the main restaurant with alternative dining at the beach restaurant during summer months. Main swimming pool, heated in winter. Fitness and leisure centre with sauna, massage, gym, jacuzzi and solarium. Mini-golf. Lift to sea level garden with second swimming pool, bar and snack service, heated jacuzzi and small sandy beach. Playground and separate pool for children. Tennis and squash courts. The hotel can facilitate water sports such as sailing, diving, windsurfing, water-skiing and fishing.

The bedrooms, some traditional, some modern, are located in the main hotel, a fine newer wing and in several attractive buildings around the gardens. All rooms have sea and garden views and have satellite television and mini-bar. Intimate lounge, bar. Wireless internet connection throughout and free internet corner. Dining room with attractive arched openings to the gardens and sea. Excellent Mediterranean style cuisine with a good à la carte menu (half board is à la carte). In summer, dine by the sea at Las Terrazas de Bendinat. Gardens ablaze with flowers. Swimming pool with snack service and bar. Several sun terraces including one at sea-level with access to an adjacent rocky walkway for sea swimming.

Low season:

3 nights from £339 7 nights from £625

92 rooms and suites

High season:

3 nights from £479 7 nights from £889

Lift

Open 1 Feb - 5 Nov

Open 25 Feb - 29 Oct

Transfer time 30 mins

Transfer time 25 mins

Guide price per person sharing standard room/balcony with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

A captivating small hotel of character, peacefully located in a residential enclave at the edge of the sea.

52 rooms and suites

Low season:

3 nights from £285 7 nights from £495

High season:

3 nights from £475 7 nights from £879

Guide price per person sharing standard room/balcony/seaview with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

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The St Regis Mardavall Mallorca Resort

H10 Punta Negra Resort

Costa d’en Blanes

Costa d’en Blanes This well appointed hotel is formed by two adjacent buildings located on a tiny headland flanked by two little coves with direct access to the sea. The restful atmosphere, which prevails throughout the hotel and its pretty gardens, is complemented by the furnishings. The guest rooms, suites and private villas are air-conditioned and have a flat screen satellite television and minibar. There are comfortable lounges and a cocktail bar. The Restaurant Mediterráneo is open from 12.30 until 22.00 with set and à la carte menus. Additional à la carte restaurant La Pineda open for dinner mid June-mid September. Lunch and snack menu at the poolside restaurant. Pool bar with waiter service. Complimentary WiFi internet access throughout the hotel. Two swimming pools and an indoor pool. Pool for children. Steps lead down to the coves. Sauna, jacuzzi, gym, Beauty Centre. Live entertainment three times a week. Local Tennis Club five minutes walk away.

This impressive and luxurious hotel is located by the sea within an easy walk of the trendy Port de Portals Marina restaurants and shops. The state of the art air-conditioned bedrooms are exceptionally spacious and equipped with Bang & Olufsen wide screen television, DVD player, minibar, fax and Internet access. Marble bathrooms also with television and underfloor heating. Impressive lobby lounge, cocktail bar with evening pianist. Extensive outside drinks terrace. Casual all-day Restaurant Aqua with in or out dining. Separate à la carte Restaurant Es Fum with classic European cuisine. Reclusive cigar lounge. Superb three-level swimming pool, sun terraces, pool bar and restaurant. Gardens. Separate play area and paddle pool for children with supervised play and care facility. The magnificent Arabella Spa and Health Centre is located in the grounds. It offers a comprehensive range of health, beauty and body treatments, heated saltwater pool, sauna, gym, Thalassotherapy, temple of steam, ice grotto, outdoor water beds and private cabins; in fact, everything to ensure total wellbeing.

Low season:

3 nights from £259 7 nights from £449

137 rooms, suites and villas

High season:

3 nights from £469 7 nights from £859

Lifts

Open 1 Feb onwards

Open 15 Jan onwards

Transfer time 25 mins

Guide price per person sharing standard room/balcony/seaview with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

133 rooms and suites

Low season:

3 nights from £659 7 nights from £1199

High season:

3 nights from £1149 7 nights from £2139

Guide price per person sharing grand deluxe garden room/balcony/with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

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Dorint Royal Golf Resort & Spa

Mon Port Hotel

Camp de Mar & P/Andratx

Port d’Andratx

Camp de Mar A superbly appointed luxury hotel adjacent to Golf de Andratx and a mere 300 metres from the beach. With direct access to the golf course and the Royal Spa extending to 1,400 square metres, here you will find everything you need for a truly relaxing break by the sea. The exceptionally spacious bedrooms have a large balcony or terrace, satellite television, telephone, Internet, safe, minibar and bathroom with underfloor heating, full bath and separate shower. Library, bar, alternative dining at à la carte restaurant El Mallorquin, less formal restaurant Mediterranean and a pool restaurant in summer. Large outdoor swimming pool. Indoor pool in spa complex. Gym, hairdresser, boutique. Tennis courts nearby. Free childcare is available Tuesday to Saturday, 10 am to 6 pm for 3 years upwards. Babysitting can be arranged locally (charge payable).Superb Spa with all treatments.

All bedrooms and suites have a terrace or balcony and are equipped with airconditioning, satellite television and minibar. Extensive lounges including covered outside terrace, lobby bar with piano. Dining room serving à la carte meals. Vintage Club chill-out bar, all-day snack restaurant. Superb and extensive 500m2 swimming pool complex with three tier pool, waterfalls and connecting bridge. Separate pool for children. Indoor swimming pool. Health Centre and Spa with fitness equipment, sauna, jacuzzi, Turkish bath, pressure showers, aromatherapy, massage, hairdresser and beauty treatments. The challenging Andratx golf course is a mere ten minutes drive away.

Low season:

3 nights from £485 7 nights from £839

164 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £585 7 nights from £1095

Lifts

Open all year

Open 11 Feb - 31 Oct

Transfer time 40 mins

Transfer time 30 mins

Guide price per person sharing greenside room/terrace with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

This delightful hotel is located in one of the most popular resorts on the island. Situated on the hill just above the marina, it is within easy walking distance of the resort centre.

139 rooms and junior suites

Low season:

3 nights from £329 7 nights from £485

High season:

3 nights from £399 7 nights from £659

Guide price per person sharing standard room/balcony with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

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Esporles

Hotel Maristel

La Posada del Marques

Estellencs

Esporles

Estellencs A long established hotel in a pretty little village and ideally positioned for exploration of the north-west coast, which has some of the finest scenery on the island. The hotel comprises two buildings with bedrooms and lounges in both. All bedrooms have a sea or mountain view and are equipped with air-conditioning, satellite television and minibar. Two lounges. The large bar is often the focal point of the village which brings greater interest to the holiday. The sea-facing restaurant specialises in local dishes. Swimming pool. Heated indoor pool in the Spa area which also has a jacuzzi and Turkish bath. There are opportunities for sea swimming at Cala Estellencs, a rocky cove about one kilometre away.

An historic property in surroundings of unbelievable tranquillity. Formerly the home of a 16th century nobleman and built on a hillside at Es Verger, over 1600 feet above sea level, within a short drive of Esporles. The hotel enjoys outstanding southerly views. The air-conditioned bedrooms, many with period features, are individually furnished and have a flat screen satellite television with DVD, radio-CD player and minibar. Two spacious lounges and a bar. Restaurant Sa Tafona is part of the old olive press room and its formidable machinery and stone clad walls add another dimension to the enjoyment of fine European cuisine. In summer, meals are served on a panoramic terrace with fabulous distant views to the Bay of Palma. There is a good size swimming pool, sun terraces and a sauna. The original private chapel has also been preserved and is sometimes used for a local wedding.

Low season:

3 nights from £299 7 nights from £489

53 rooms and junior suites

High season:

3 nights from £359 7 nights from £549

Lifts

No lift

Open 10 Feb - 30 Oct

Open all year

Transfer time 60 mins

Transfer time 40 mins

Guide price per person sharing standard room/balcony with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

17 rooms and suites

Low season:

3 nights from £335 7 nights from £625

High season:

3 nights from £459 7 nights from £835

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

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Hotel Sa Coma

Hotel Mar i Vent

Banyalbufar

Banyalbufar A charming small hotel situated on the edge of this delightful village. Here, three generations of the owning family have been welcoming guests for more than eighty years. They take considerable pride in ensuring you have an enjoyable stay. All the air-conditioned bedrooms, whether in the hotel or the adjacent newer wing, are individually furnished and have a balcony overlooking the sea. Breakfast is usually served on a spacious terrace enjoying panoramic views. Two lounges, small bar. There is a pretty dining room where the accent is on local cuisine. A traditional Mallorquin lunch is served on Sunday instead of dinner. The swimming pool is at a lower level and set in a large terrace enjoying superb vistas. Small play pool for children. Tennis court.

The air-conditioned bedrooms, some with seaview, are furnished in traditional style and all have a balcony. Lounges and bar. Spacious dining room serving local cuisine. Extensive buffet breakfast with waiter service at dinner. Secluded swimming pool, divided to provide smaller pool for children is situated in well established Mediterranean terraced gardens. Sea swimming is possible from the nearby rocky foreshore. The village centre with several restaurants and a collection of small shops is a five minute uphill stroll away.

Low season:

3 nights from £299 7 nights from £515

29 rooms and junior suites

High season:

3 nights from £379 7 nights from £599

Lift

Open all year

Open 1 Mar-31 Oct

Transfer time 40 mins

Guide price per person sharing standard room/balcony/seaview with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

An attractive hotel located in tranquil surroundings midway between the village and the sea. You can be assured of a friendly welcome at this family run establishment with many guests returning year after year.

32 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £299 7 nights from £515

High season:

3 nights from £379 7 nights from £599

Guide price per person sharing standard room/balcony with half board & private transfers - flights excluded.

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Gran Hotel Son Net

Valldemossa Hotel

Puigpunyent

Valldemossa

Puigpunyent At the top of a hillside sheltered by the Tramuntana mountains, this stately property originated in 1672. The dramatically impressive interior is now home to one of the most exclusive hotels on the island. Vaulted ceilings and stone floors complement wall mounted modern art as diversified as Chagall and Warhol. There are beautifully appointed classic rooms, superior doubles, deluxe rooms and very exclusive suites. Every room has a spacious bathroom with a full bath and some have a separate shower cubicle. All have air-conditioning, wide-screen satellite television and minibar. Comfortable lounges, cocktail bar, outside terraces. The Restaurant Oleum offers gourmet Mediterranean cuisine and, in summer months, lunch is available in The Gazebo outside restaurant. Classical inner courtyard with original well. Large swimming pool. Sun terraces with bar service. Beauty and Health Centre. Plunge pool and gym. Guided walks and excursions can be arranged. Just a few minutes walk from Puigpunyent village. Five golf courses within 25 minutes drive.

This delightful boutique hotel is the epitome of luxury and good taste. It is situated on the side of a valley overlooking the famous Monastery and the village. The hotel is spread over several levels with many steps and may be unsuitable for the less mobile. Air-conditioned throughout, every room is a visual delight filled with the finest antique and Mallorcan period style furniture. There is a fine lounge and bar, an attractive restaurant offering gourmet menus with dining outside on a candlelit terrace in warmer months. The exceptionally spacious and individually furnished bedrooms have satellite television, minibar, Internet connection. The junior suites benefit from a spacious sitting area and a large terrace. Secluded and very beautiful swimming pool. Attractive sun terraces with drinks service. Additional terraces and quiet places around the courtyard style gardens with lovely views. Heated indoor pool complex with sauna and jacuzzi. Wellness, massage.

Low season:

3 nights from £379 7 nights from £699

31 rooms and suites

High season:

3 nights from £545 7 nights from £1039

Lift

No lift

Open 2 Feb onwards

Open all year

Transfer time 25 mins

Transfer time 30 mins

Guide price per person sharing classic room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

12 rooms and junior suites

Low season:

3 nights from £529 7 nights from £1075

High season:

3 nights from £669 7 nights from £1315

Guide price per person sharing superior room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

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Hotel D’Es Puig

Hotel La Residencia

Deià

In the heart of the village, this little house has been welcoming guests since the turn of the last century. It quickly became lodgings for artists and writers such as Manuel de Falla and D.H. Lawrence. The house is also mentioned in a Robert Graves short story. Located in a narrow cobbled street leading up to the famous Church, guests quickly capture the essence of Deià. The interior is both tranquil and cosy and furnished in typical Mallorcan style but modern amenities have been carefully incorporated. The bedrooms are air-conditioned and have satellite television. There is also a spacious suite with bedroom, salon, kitchen and a large terrace with lovely views. Small lounge with bar. There are many restaurants in the village, so the hotel only provides breakfast which is served in a small dining room or outside on the terrace. Small swimming pool and sun terraces. A charming little place to stay.

This internationally renowned hotel draws guests from all over the world. Located at the edge of the village and lovingly created from two adjacent manorial houses with later additions in similar style. Elegantly furnished with antiques enhanced by a splendid display of contemporary art. Air-conditioned bedrooms and suites furnished in period style, some rooms with four-poster beds. Several lounges. Outside breakfast and drinks terraces. The celebrated Restaurant El Olivo is a romantic setting for haute-cuisine dining. Meals also available at the pool grill and the Son Monagues Terrace restaurant. Lift from main building to swimming pool level. Two heated swimming pools with terraces, outdoor jacuzzi. Spa, voted one of the four best in Europe, with indoor pool, steam room, sauna, beauty salon with full range of treatments, indoor and outdoor massage areas. Hairdresser, gym, two floodlit tennis courts with professional coach and pro-shop. Board games, art gallery, boutique. Courtesy bus in summer months to rocky sea bathing cove at nearby Lluc-Alcari. 67 rooms and suites

Low season:

3 nights from £355 7 nights from £629

8 rooms

Lift

High season:

3 nights from £435 7 nights from £749

No lift

Open all year

Open 1 Feb - 30 Nov

Transfer time 40 mins

Children under 10 years only accepted 11-28 Apr, 1 Jul-21 Aug & 15 Oct-1 Nov

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

Children under 14 not accepted

Low season:

3 nights from £389 7 nights from £765

High season:

3 nights from £835 7 nights from £1599

Guide price per person sharing classic room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

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Sa Pedrissa

Hotel Es Moli

Deià

Deià This renowned hotel is superbly located between the mountains and the sea. A half-mile stroll from the village, it is an oasis of calm much treasured by numerous guests who return again and again to enjoy the peace, seclusion and memorable views.

This historic property, once owned by Archduke Luis Salvador, is located between the villages of Valldemossa and Deià. Dating back to the 16th century, it has been sympathetically restored and reformed into an exclusive small hotel. There are sensational views towards the mountains and sea.

All bedrooms are air-conditioned and have satellite television, DVD player, minibar and safe. Spacious lounges, cocktail bar lounge. Restaurant Buganvilia, with outdoor terrace in summertime, serves a 3-course dinner with many choices on a daily changing menu.

The air-conditioned bedrooms have multi-channel satellite television and hi-fi stereo. Lounge, bar. Dining room with the original olive press (closed Sunday). In warmer months, take a leisurely breakfast, lunch or dinner on the pretty outside terrace.

Large heated swimming pool fed by a mountain spring. Poolside bar serving light lunches and snacks. Sun terraces and pretty gardens. Tennis court. Hotel bus (several times a day) to a private rocky cove a few miles away with terraces cascading down to the sea where guests can swim and snorkel. On-site drinks, snack service and changing rooms.

At night, the twinkling lights of Deià perform an endless dance broken only by the murmur of sheep bells and distant waves. The delightful swimming pool and sun terraces have panoramic coastal views. Colourful gardens with ancient cypress and olive trees. Car hire is recommended, so we have included one in the holiday price.

Twice weekly classical music during dinner, weekly Flamenco or local dance display. Fitness room, massage, hairdresser, boutique. Low season: High season:

3 nights from £425 7 nights from £739

87 rooms and junior suites

3 nights from £459 7 nights from £799

Open 20 Apr - 27 Oct

Guide price per person sharing annexe room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

Lift (except annexe) Transfer time 35 mins Annexe rooms are reached by a substantial number of steps

9 rooms and suites No lift Open all year Transfer time 35 mins

Low season:

3 nights from £329 7 nights from £659

High season:

3 nights from £689 7 nights from £1399

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

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Turismo d’Interior

Sóller &

Lluc-Alcari

Hotel Costa d’Or

Fornalutx

L’Avenida Hotel Sóller

Lluc Alcari Idyllically located on the edge of the cliffs with superb views along the fabulous North coast. This old-established small hotel has been transformed into an ultra-modern retreat. It is approached by a private drive alongside the ancient village houses and a tiny Church.

Just five minutes walk from the main square, a cool and chic boutique hotel is concealed within this 100-year old mansion. Luxurious appointed and elegantly furnished, it is certainly the epitome of good taste.

The air-conditioned interior is highlighted by pastel colours and contemporary furniture. Attractive bedrooms with satellite television, minibar and luxury marble bathrooms, most with walk-in shower and full bath.

Air-conditioned bedrooms with flat screen television and DVD (film library at Reception) and Internet access. Bathroom products hand blended by the owner using local organic products. Bodega and lounge bar. Bistro (closed Sunday) serving poolside lunches.

Dining room overlooking the sea. Large bar lounge. Drinks and dining terrace. Attractive swimming pool with extensive sun terraces. Tennis court, gym.

The pretty courtyard garden has a swimming pool and decked sun terraces. Inroom aromatherapy and relaxation treatments can be arranged.

The rocky foreshore below and a pebble beach is accessible by a footpath - not recommended for children or the less energetic. Low season: High season:

9 rooms and suites

3 nights from £345 7 nights from £589

41 bedrooms and junior suites

3 nights from £445 7 nights from £769

Lift

Open 1 Mar - 31 Oct

Open 25 Mar - 31 Oct

Transfer time 45 mins

Children under 14 not accepted

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

Low season:

3 nights from £449 7 nights from £829

High season:

3 nights from £545 7 nights from £995

No lift

Note: Parking can be difficult

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

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C’an Verdera Fornalutx The delightful little hotel is located in one of the prettiest villages on the island. Sublimely furnished and decorated, the interior is enhanced by a display of contemporary art. All the individually furnished bedrooms have satellite television, telephone, ISDN, safe, stereo and air-conditioning. Most have full bath and separate shower. Lounge, bar. Each bedroom has individual access into the pretty gardens and beyond to a swimming pool with wonderful views over the Sóller valley. The hotel can arrange tennis, horse riding and cycling nearby, as well as watersports in Port de Sóller. Low season:

3 nights from £369 7 nights from £639

High season:

3 nights from £439 7 nights from £745

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

11 rooms and suites No lift Open 15 Mar - 9 Nov Transfer time 50 mins Note: Parking can be difficult

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Gran Hotel Sóller

Hotel Ca’l Bisbe

Sóller

Sóller A restored 19th century Bishop’s House situated in the heart of Sóller just a few hundred metres from the famous Plaza d’Espanya and the within easy reach of Port de Sóller tram terminus. The interior of this period property has been almost totally rebuilt in order to create a delightful modern town-house style hotel. Air-conditioned bedrooms with satellite television, Internet connection, telephone and minibar. Many rooms have attractive views. Spacious lounge bar overlooking the garden. The former olive press room with its high vaulted ceiling, has been made into a pleasant dining room. Outside drinks and dining terrace. There are numerous restaurants within a few minutes walk. Secluded garden with good size swimming pool. Sauna, jacuzzi and gym equipment. The hotel can provide guests with local walking and trekking information.

Living up to its name, this impressive and luxurious hotel is in the centre of town. The beautiful exterior façade is complemented by a sumptuous, fully renovated and restored air-conditioned interior where no expense has been spared in creating a lavish environment for guests. Stylish and spacious bedrooms with satellite television, minibar, Internet connection and luxury bathroom. The attractive Restaurant Can Blau serves haute cuisine meals prepared by a Master Chef supported by an extensive wine cellar. Separate breakfast room with optional outside service in summer. Modern cocktail bar and terrace. Lounge and card room. The roof top infinity edge swimming pool and sun deck provides magnificent views over the surrounding countryside and the nearby mountains. There is pool bar and light meals are also available. Excellent Spa with heated indoor pool, sauna, jacuzzi, Turkish bath and fully equipped gym centre. Hairdresser and beauty salon. Valet car parking.

Low season:

3 nights from £369 7 nights from £639

25 rooms and suites

High season:

3 nights from £425 7 nights from £699

Lift

Open 25 Feb - 30 Oct

Open 4 Feb onwards

Transfer time 45 mins

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

Note: Parking can be difficult

38 rooms and suites

Low season:

3 nights from £445 7 nights from £825

High season:

3 nights from £549 7 nights from £995

Guide price per person sharing executive room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

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Hotel Aimia

Jumeirah Mallorca Resort Hotel

Port de Sóller

This truly ultra-modern hotel was formerly the traditional Eden Park Hotel. After total reconstruction, it has emerged as a most attractive designer hotel with fashionable minimalist styling. Located just behind the sea front first line, it is a mere one-minute walk from the main promenade. The well-appointed and extremely comfortable air-conditioned bedrooms have a satellite television and minibar. Impressive entrance lobby with lounge area, cocktail bar and outside drinks terrace. Contemporary style restaurant with good menu choice. Coffee shop. Large infinity edge swimming pool. There are fine views of the mountains from the deck style sun terrace which has comfortable sun beds. Heated indoor pool, sauna, jacuzzi, massage cabins and showers. First rate gym and fitness equipment.

Low season:

3 nights from £399 7 nights from £725

45 rooms and junior suites

High season:

3 nights from £479 7 nights from £839

Lift

Lifts

Open 1 Mar - 31 Oct

Opening during 2011

Transfer time 50 mins

Transfer time 65 mins

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

In a spectacular location on the cliffs overlooking the small port and the sea, this luxurious new hotel is sure to excite and delight a most fastidious clientele. The property will be controlled by the prestigious Jumeirah Hotel Group which manages the iconic and famous Burj-al-Arab seven-star hotel in Dubai and a growing portfolio of luxury properties around the world. Port de Sóller has been chosen for the company’s debut in Spain and is a clear endorsement of the magnificent setting and the desirability of the island of Mallorca as a luxury holiday destination. The hotel, destined to be one of the most luxurious in Spain, will have 120 spacious sea or port-facing guest rooms and suites with interiors of olive wood and leather, a terrace or balcony with superb views. There will be several restaurants and dining terraces, cocktail and other bars. two swimming pools as well as an impressive 2000m2 state of the art spa and wellness centre. The garden is expected to feature rare Mediterranean flora and the whole complex will embrace the latest environmentally friendly technology. Be among the first to stay at this superb property by registering your interest with our reservations department. We shall contact you immediately we have an opening date and holiday prices.

120 rooms and suites

Low season:

3 nights from £call 7 nights from £call

High season:

3 nights from £call 7 nights from £call

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

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Hotel Llenaire

Hotel Sis Pins

Port de Pollença

A small and very luxurious hotel standing on a verdant plateau with fabulous far reaching views over the Bay of Pollença. Located in the midst of tranquil fields and open countryside, the historic Llenaire estate is just a few minutes drive or twenty minutes walk from the attractive resort of Port de Pollença. This splendid property certainly offers the best of both worlds.

This charming and ever-popular hotel is situated at the quieter end of the pedestrianised tree lined promenade directly facing the sea, perfectly located for enjoying the shops and restaurants of the resort. Since it first opened in 1952, it has maintained its character and you can be assured of a warm welcome.

Built around an arcaded central patio, which contains the original tiny chapel, the interior of the property is beautifully furnished. There is an attractive dining room serving hotel guests only with daily menu and à la carte specialities. Separate breakfast room. Lounge with bar, library. A second lounge on the first floor is a haven of comfort.

Decorated and furnished in traditional Mallorcan style, the peaceful interior is much treasured by regular guests. The air-conditioned bedrooms have satellite television, minibar and tea and coffee making facilities. Most rooms have a balcony.

The bedrooms are exceptionally spacious and individually furnished replete with satellite television, stereo hi-fi, minibar, telephone and Internet connection. Drinks and dining terrace with fine coastal views and complemented by pretty gardens on two sides. Good size infinity edge swimming pool with sun terraces and pool bar. A truly restful place to stay.

Two spacious lounges with WiFi facility, bar room and an arcaded patio. Seaview restaurant, serving local specialities, with an outside dining terrace for summer months. Drinks are served on a much coveted private sun bathing terrace by the sea. There is a regular programme of evening entertainment. The hotel can arrange babysitting on request. There is no swimming pool but the sea and the beach are just yards away.

Low season:

3 nights from £485 7 nights from £995

11 rooms and junior suites

High season:

3 nights from £549 7 nights from £1085

No lift

Lift

Open 15 Mar - 1 Nov

Open 4 Feb onwards

Transfer time 50 mins

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

50 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £289 7 nights from £395

High season:

3 nights from £409 7 nights from £625

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

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Hotel Illa d’Or Port de Pollença This immensely popular hotel stands at the edge of the sea amid tamarind and pine trees, half a mile from the resort centre with sandy beaches close by. It is a peaceful haven much loved by the numerous regular guests. The hotel has been awarded quality seal by Calidad Turistica. Air-conditioned bedrooms with satellite television and minibar. The traditional dining room is non-smoking. Outdoor à la carte restaurant La Terassa serving lunch and dinner in peak summer months. Two lounges, one with bar and television. Occasional evening entertainment such as dancing to live music, Flamenco or Mallorcan folklore dancers. Pleasant outdoor swimming pool. Sun terraces by the sea with drinks service. Heated indoor swimming pool. Gym, sauna and jacuzzi. Tennis court. Bicycles can be rented. The Vital Illa d’Or Health & Beauty Centre offers a full range of well-being treatments including reflexology, vinotherapy and volcanic stone massage, facials and a hairdressing salon. 119 rooms Lift Open 25 Feb onwards Transfer time 50 mins Low season:

3 nights from £365 7 nights from £589

High season:

3 nights from £559 7 nights from £985

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

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Illa d’Or Club Apartments Port de Pollença Featured by us for the first time, these attractively presented apartments are adjacent to the hotel and are able to use its many facilities. An extensive refurbishment in 2009 has created up to the minute accommodation decorated in pastel colours with sleek furnishings and equipment. There are studios and the larger apartments have a bedroom and separate sitting room. Every unit has a small kitchenette area with a microwave and mini-fridge, bathroom and a spacious balcony style terrace. Features include air-conditioning, satellite television, telephone and WiFi access. Enclosed garden with a good size swimming pool and sun terraces. The apartments are selfcatering although the hotel buffet breakfast or half board is available at an optional supplement. 24 studios and apartments Lift Open 25 Feb onwards Transfer time 50 mins Low season:

3 nights from £299 7 nights from £445

High season:

3 nights from £429 7 nights from £677

Guide price per person sharing studio - no meals & private transfers - flights excluded.

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Pollença

Barceló Formentor

Son Brull Hotel & Spa

Formentor

Pollença The spectacular building of Son Brull stands at the foot of the Puig de Maria mountain overlooking a valley of almond and olive trees. This former 18th century monastery is now a designer hotel where art de vivre is the keynote.

This world famous hotel occupies a privileged position in truly idyllic surroundings. Standing alone on a pine clad headland with the famous tranquil and colourful gardens cascading down to a beautiful sandy bay.

Inside, concealed behind the massive outer stone walls, is a mix of softly lit contemporary art and blond wood furniture combined to form a temple of minimalism. The air-conditioned, state of the art bedrooms have a wide screen satellite television, DVD/CD player, Internet connection, hydro-massage bath and separate full shower (one room excepted).

The air-conditioned bedrooms have satellite television and a minibar. Lounges, cocktail bar, terrace bar with evening pianist. Restaurant El Colomer, separate à la carte restaurant El Pi is open for alfresco dining in summer. The beach restaurant Platja Mar serves a buffet lunch in summer.

Innovational cuisine is the highlight of the 365 Restaurant (reservations necessary). Light meals and snacks available in the daytime at the poolside. The restored olive press room has become the hotel bar.

Two large swimming pools – one heated (when outside temperature is under 20°C), sun terraces. Minigolf, putting green, five tennis courts – two floodlit. Play area for small children. Cinema. Gift shop. Health and beauty centre with treatments and massage, fitness equipment, sauna, steam bath. Table tennis.

Large outdoor and indoor heated swimming pool. Health Spa with treatment rooms, sauna, steam bath and jacuzzi. Yoga classes can be arranged. Tennis court. Pollença and Alcanada golf courses are within easy reach.

The extensive gardens are a feature of this hotel. A riot of blooms and perfumed plants, paved pathways, quiet places to sit and reflect, it would be hard to find a more beautiful coastal setting.

Low season:

3 nights from £519 7 nights from £919

23 rooms and junior suites

High season:

3 nights from £749 7 nights from £1435

Lift

Open 1 Apr - 30 Nov

Open 21 Apr - 14 Oct

Transfer time 50 mins

Transfer time 70 mins

Guide price per person sharing superior room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

Children under 12 by request only

127 rooms and suites

Low season:

3 nights from £469 7 nights from £769

High season:

3 nights from £689 7 nights from £1259

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

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Hotel Cala Sant Vicenç

Hotel Niu

Cala Sant Vicenç

Cala Sant Vicenç A pretty little hotel situated almost on the beach, popular because of its informality, simplicity and location. It is a small complex which includes some former fishermen’s cottages. This resort has always been a favourite spot for artists and many postimpressionists have captured the translucence of the sea and the ever changing colour of the mountains on canvas. There are often informal art exhibitions in the hotel. The air-conditioned bedrooms are light and airy and are equipped with satellite television and minibar. There is a small lounge with bar, dining room, an outdoor restaurant and a snack bar terrace overlooking the sea. No swimming pool because just a handful of steps lead to the sandy beach and the crystalline waters for which this resort is so well known.

This well known hotel is located in the centre of the resort and just a few minutes downhill walk to the main beach. The interior is well appointed with pleasing modern furniture and pastel colour schemes. Every guest room has a balcony and the superior rooms and junior suites benefit from a sitting area. All rooms are air-conditioned and equipped with satellite television and a minibar. The hotel restaurant Cavall Bernat is widely acclaimed for its Mediterranean cuisine and has the added benefit of outdoor dining in summer months. Comfortable lounge and bar. Attractive swimming pool with sun terraces. Fitness room with gym equipment and relaxation area, sauna, massage and beauty treatments.

Low season:

3 nights from £349 7 nights from £525

24 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £439 7 nights from £695

No lift

Lift

Open 1 May - 31 Oct

Open 6 May - 30 Oct

Transfer time 60 mins

Guide price per person sharing standard room/seaview with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

38 rooms and junior suites

Low season:

3 nights from £459 7 nights from £715

High season:

3 nights from £599 7 nights from £979

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

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Casal Santa Eulàlia

Santa Margalida Manacor

La Reserva Rotana Private Golf & Wine Resort Manacor

Santa Margalida Dating back to 1242, this typically Mallorcan country house with Moorish architecture has been converted into a very singular hotel. It stands alone overlooking cultivated fields and distant pine forests yet the beaches are just two kilometres away. The bedrooms and junior suites are all individually furnished, air-conditioned and have satellite television and minibar. Every room has a balcony on terrace and most have a hydro-massage bath. Attractive cellar-style dining room, specialising in local cuisine. Lounges and bar with WiFi internet connection. Three swimming pools including a large pool with natural rock formations. Poolside barbecue and snack service. Jacuzzi, sauna and fitness equipment. Tennis courts. Mountain bike hire and horse riding can be arranged.

This stately 17th century Manor house has been transformed into a delightful rural hotel set in a 500 acre agricultural estate. The beautifully preserved interior is filled with hand picked furniture, antiques and works of art. The five different grades of guest rooms and suites are all individually furnished with de-luxe rooms decorated by the Rotana owner, Princess Sayn-WittgensteinHohenstein. Every room has air-conditioning, underfloor heating, satellite television and a minibar. Elegant lounge, spacious bar room. Gourmet restaurant focusing on stylish Mediterranean cuisine, using only fresh produce and the opportunity to sample the estate wine. Outside dining in summer. Good size swimming pool set in the gardens. Tennis court, fitness room and sauna. Private 9-hole golf course exclusively for hotel guests - no green fees, no tee times! Driving range, putting green, practice green plus a resident PGA-Pro (tuition available at all levels). Five major 18-hole courses are also easily reached in approximately 20 minutes by car.

Low season:

3 nights from £385 7 nights from £759

25 rooms and junior suites

High season:

3 nights from £469 7 nights from £849

No lift

Lift to 1st floor only

Open 20 Mar - 30 Oct

Open 26 Feb - 15 Nov

Transfer time 60 mins

Transfer time 40 mins

Guide price per person sharing superior room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

22 rooms and suites

Low season:

3 nights from £459 7 nights from £915

High season:

3 nights from £559 7 nights from £1095

Guide price per person sharing classic room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

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Pula Suites Golf & Spa Hotel

Finca Son Gener

Artà-Son Servera

Pula

Artà-Son Servera

Pula A superb Mediterranean style hotel located with views directly over an 18-hole golf course and out towards the countryside and sea. It presents a wonderful opportunity to combine on-site golf with a relaxing holiday in lovely surroundings. Just a few minutes drive to local beaches. The well appointed, air-conditioned suites have a spacious living area with satellite television and minibar, a double bedroom and full bathroom with separate shower cubicle and an outside terrace. The restaurant S’Oronella serves Mediterranean cuisine and the Bistro Es Ropit provides informal dining by the pool. Bar and lounge. Large swimming pool with separated section for children. Two tennis courts. Spa and fitness centre with sauna, Turkish bath, jacuzzi, indoor pool with jets and rain massage. Hair and beauty salon. Championship golf course - considered one of the best on the island, driving range, two putting greens, pro-shop.

An elegant rural retreat skillfully created from a row of 18th century grain houses and situated midway between Son Servera and Artà. Located on a peaceful ridge overlooking mountains, sea and rolling countryside. There are lovely gardens and quiet corners where one can relax. The interior is an oasis of calm accentuated by pastel colour schemes and subtle lighting. Fine old paintings and simple antiques contrast with modern minimalist furniture in the many lounges. Local cuisine using home grown produce. Just ten delightful junior suites, each one air-conditioned and carefully furnished in country style and with satellite television, radio and minibar. Large swimming pool, sun terraces and changing rooms. Patios and covered porches for those who prefer the shade. Bicycles available. Just a short drive to several golf courses and the beach.

Low season:

3 nights from £389 7 nights from £755

68 rooms and suites

High season:

3 nights from £465 7 nights from £879

No lift

Open 15 Ap - 31 Oct

Open 15 Feb - 15 Nov

Transfer time 60 mins

Guide price per person sharing standard suite with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

10 junior suites

Low season:

3 nights from £559 7 nights from £1179

High season:

3 nights from £649 7 nights from £1299

Guide price per person sharing junior suite with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

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Hotel Can Simoneta

Porto Cristo

Canyamel

P/Cristo

This most exclusive hotel occupies a privileged and very private position at the edge of the sea protected by the family owned agricultural land and stock breeding estate extending to six million square metres. In these peaceful surroundings, a modern luxury hotel has been skillfully created from two mid 19th century houses, located just a few metres away from the sea. Fully air-conditioned and all bedrooms have wide screen satellite television, minibar, Internet access, safe and an ultra modern bathroom. There are fine views from every room. The restaurant overlooks the sea with outside terrace dining in summer. Lounge and bar. Good swimming pool with sun deck and bar service. Extensive landscaped and natural Mallorcan style gardens with quiet places to sit and enjoy the magnificent coastal views. A natural rock pool filled with seawater can be reached by curved steps carved into the cliffs. A nearby sandy beach is accessible directly from the hotel gardens. Guided walks through the estate land. Massage and relaxation treatments. There are many outside diversities within easy reach of the hotel including four golf courses and a tennis club. Most certainly, this is a very civilised place to stay. Low season:

3 nights from £395 7 nights from £799

High season:

3 nights from £665 7 nights from £1345

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

Son Mas

Canyamel

18 rooms and suites

In the heart of the countryside enjoying lovely views, this peaceful hotel has been created from old houses and a watchtower dating back 300 years. It stands in a two hundred thousand square metres estate devoted to arboriculture with a profusion of almond, orange, fig, carob and Holm oak trees. The serene interior is highlighted by a series of salon lounges with arched and lightly beamed ceilings enhanced by pastel colour walls and marble floors. The spacious air-conditioned bedrooms are in junior suite style with satellite television, minibar, Internet connection and a terrace with sea or mountain views. Large bathrooms with a full suite and separate shower cubicle. The pretty dining room, with its fine vaulted ceiling, serves local cuisine prepared where possible using home-grown produce. Outside dining terrace in summer. Sheltered loggia overlooking the lovely gardens that provide utter peace and seclusion with distant views. Good size swimming pool with sun terraces. Heated indoor pool with windows to the garden. Sauna, jacuzzi, hydro-massage and gym. Five golf courses within a short drive. Bicycles are available to explore the countryside, Porto Cristo is five kilometres away and there are numerous beaches along this part of the coast. 16 junior suites

No lift (some ground floor rooms)

No lift

Open 12 Feb onwards

Open 1 Mar - 31 Oct

Transfer time 50 mins

Transfer time 40 mins

Low season:

3 nights from £465 7 nights from £955

High season:

3 nights from £599 7 nights from £1189

Guide price per person sharing junior suite with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

Mallorca

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Blau Porto Petro Beach Resort & Spa

Eurotel Golf Punta Rota Son Servera

Son Servera

Porto Petro

Perfectly located at the edge of the sea, this resort style hotel has everything to ensure a relaxing and enjoyable holiday. Air-conditioned throughout, the larger than average bedrooms have satellite television, minibar and balcony. The rooms also have a sofa bed for a child or third person. The buffet restaurant offers a fantastic selection for breakfast and dinner. Alternative à la carte dining is available in a separate indoor restaurant and, in summer, on a sea facing terrace. All day snack bar and coffee shop, cocktail bar. Occasional evening entertainment programme. Lovely lagoon style swimming pool. Separate small pool and play area for children with supervised activities in Jul/Aug. Pretty gardens lead down to the beach. Four tennis courts with resident coach. Superb Thalassotherapy Centre with indoor pool, gym, sauna, jacuzzi and pre-bookable seawater health and beauty treatments. Golf nearby and six others in the area.

A ultra-modern hotel complex located at the edge of the sea with two sandy beaches on a pretty coastline enhanced by pine forests in an area of renowned ecological beauty. The well-appointed air-conditioned bedrooms have a balcony or terrace, satellite television, Internet connection, minibar and a bathroom with full bath and separate shower. In addition, there are villas with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a private plunge pool or Jacuzzi and butler service. Four restaurants: Galani for gourmet à la carte dinner, Midori with Japanese cuisine, La Finca with classic Spanish dishes and Ran de Mar with show kitchen and extensive Mediterranean buffet. Five diverse bars. Three outdoor swimming pools and a heated indoor pool. Tennis courts, water sports, bicycle hire, archery and many other activities. Four daytime clubs cater for children from 2 to 13 years. Baby sitting available. The 1200m2 Ecologic Natural Spa offers a host of beauty and therapy treatments.

Low season:

3 nights from £349 7 nights from £549

200 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £499 7 nights from £849

Lifts

Open 11 Feb - 29 Oct

Open 16 Jan - 29 Oct

Transfer time 40 mins

Transfer time 60 mins

Guide price per person sharing superior room/balcony with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

319 rooms, suites and villas

Low season:

3 nights from £379 7 nights from £645

High season:

3 nights from £599 7 nights from £1095

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

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Hilton Sa Torre Mallorca

Son Julia Country House Hotel

Llucmajor

Llucmajor A 15th century mansion transformed into a splendid luxury hotel, surrounded by pretty gardens with secluded terraces and beautiful countryside. Many original features have been kept and the hotel is home to exclusive handmade furniture as well as paintings by local artists.

This recently opened luxurious low-rise hotel, built around an impressive 14th century water tower, blends present day sophistication and style with historic surroundings. It is located with a short drive of Llucmajor town, local beaches and golf courses.

The large bedrooms have a plasma television and DVD, Internet access, minibar and lovely marble bathrooms, each with full bath and separate shower; some have a private jacuzzi.

The well-appointed bedrooms and suites are equipped with a flat screen television with pay-movies option, high speed Internet access, minibar. As would be expected, there is 24-hour room service.

Lounge bar, restaurant Son Julia with a large outdoor terrace, where the emphasis is on fine cuisine using fresh produce from the garden and selected wines from the hotel cellar wherever possible. Mandarina Pool & Grill restaurant open in summer.

In keeping with a Hilton hotel, there is a choice of three restaurants; Mediterranean and International cuisine in Zaranda, light meals in Arxiduc and snacks in bar Sa Clastra and at the swimming pool.

Two outdoor swimming pools, one with private cabanas. Spa area with heated indoor pool, treatment room, Turkish bath, gym. Boutique, tennis court, table tennis, bicycles for hire. The hotel can arrange horse riding and other activities.

Low season:

3 nights from £399 7 nights from £645

High season:

3 nights from £479 7 nights from £849

Guide price per person sharing superior room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

25 rooms and suites Lifts Open 18 Mar - 11 Nov Transfer time 20 mins

Two outdoor swimming pools with sun terraces. Two tennis courts. Fitness centre and Spa with heated pool, beauty and relaxation treatments, jacuzzi, sauna, steam room and equipped gym. Supervised play area and shaded pool for children. Baby sitting service, children’s menu.

90 rooms and suites

Low season:

Lifts to most areas (some ground floor rooms)

3 nights from £400 7 nights from £800

High season:

3 nights from £800 7 nights from £1200

Open all year Transfer time 60 mins

Guide price per person sharing Hilton guest room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

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Hotel Sa Galera

Cap Rocat Cala Blava

Cala Blava

Ca’s Concos Ca’s Concos

A truly unique hotel created from a former military fortress built hundreds of years ago to defend the Bay of Palma. It encompasses 88 acres of private land with a two-kilometre coastline.

This attractive period property stands amidst the fields in peaceful rural surroundings. The house dates back to the 13th century and it was fully restored and converted into a delightful small hotel in recent years.

The property has been skillfully restored to ensure preservation of its formidable architecture and rich heritage. The guest rooms and suites have been devised from officers quarters and the old shooting pads.

The bedrooms are furnished and decorated in traditional Mallorcan style but have modern amenities including air-conditioning, satellite television and minibar. There is also a 2 room Casita.

In addition to air-conditioning, every room has a plasma screen television, internet access, safe and minibar. The cliff edge suites have a private gazebo and terrace and the major suite has its own garden with a private pool.

Small lounge. Restaurant Espigo serving local and Mediterranean cuisine (closed Monday evenings – nearest restaurant 2 kms). Outside dining terrace in summer.

Cuisine in the main restaurant is Mediterranean inspired and the waterfront Sea Club (seasonal) has traditional Mallorcan cooking in a firewood oven. Spectacular infinity swimming pool, sun terraces. Tennis court. fitness area, yoga classes, bicycles, sailing, diving and water ski.

Swimming pool, sun terraces. Sauna, whirlpool, fitness room. Massage, beauty and therapeutic treatments. Bicycle hire. Horse riding 5 kms away.

Low season:

3 nights from £559 7 nights from £899

24 rooms and suites

High season:

3 nights from £739 7 nights from £1499

No lift

Lift

Open 1 Apr onwards

Open 15 Jan - 31 Oct

Transfer time 15 mins

Transfer time 45 mins

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

Children under 15 years not accepted

16 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £299 7 nights from £585

High season:

3 nights from £389 7 nights from £699

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

Mallorca

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Agroturisme Binibona

Finca Hotel Es Castell

Hotel & Spa Monnaber Nou

Campanet

Binibona Voted as one of the ten prettiest on the island, this charming little hotel is located in unbelievably peaceful surroundings at the foot of the Tramuntana Mountains. It stands in grounds of 750 acres encompassing citrus, olive and almond groves. The air-conditioned bedrooms are furnished in traditional Mallorcan style; an in-room television with a selection of DVDs is available on request. Meals are served in the simple dining room or on an outside terrace and the daily changing menu reflects local cuisine and own grown produce. Lounge and bar with drinks also available on the panoramic view roof terrace. Swimming pool with sun terraces overlooking the mountains. Fishing, horse riding and cycling can be arranged. Sandy beaches, golf courses and Inca town are a mere twenty minutes drive away. An idyllic rural retreat lovingly managed by the caring resident owners who do everything possible to ensure total satisfaction. No wonder many guest return again and again. Low season:

3 nights from £299 7 nights from £599

12 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £419 7 nights from £769

No lift

Open all year

Transfer time 45 mins

Transfer time 40 mins

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

This fine manor house has origins dating back to the 13th century. It is a place of gentle contrasts. The wooded hills are a habitat for hares, wild goats and partridges; sheep graze in the adjacent fields and the hills abound with olive, almond and fig trees. The classical interior has been transformed into a charming small hotel with spacious guest rooms and suites. Air-conditioned bedrooms and suites with satellite television, wireless Internet access, minibar and safe. There are several lounges, one containing an ancient olive press and fireplaces. Restaurant with outside terrace dining in summer. Inner courtyard with original well. Large lagoon style swimming pool. Health & Fitness Spa offering a range of treatments, indoor and outdoor spa baths, steam room, saunas, indoor pool and fitness room. Mountain bikes available, with route maps. Two tennis courts. Horse riding centre (advance booking required). The estate grounds offer a variety of well-established hiking routes to suit all abilities. Two golf courses within easy reach. 25 rooms and suites

Low season:

3 nights from £265 7 nights from £515

High season:

3 nights from £399 7 nights from £745

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

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Son Palou

Hotel L’Hermitage

Orient

Orient A romantic small hotel created from an historic 17th century house and formerly the home of a Mallorcan Bishop. Every guest receives a short written history of the property together with details of eleven interesting local walks of differing grades and distance. Without doubt, the Orient valley has some of the best and most dramatic walking terrain on the island. It is also an area of outstading natural beauty. The village, with a bar and two restaurants, is just a twenty minutes stroll away. The bedrooms are well appointed and have satellite television and minibar. The restaurant offers an extensive à la carte menu and an excellent wine list. Meals are served in the olive press dining room and, in summer, on an outside terrace. Lounges, bar, library and original chapel. Extensive tranquil natural gardens with several small historical buildings including cloisters and a monks herb store. Heated swimming pool with sun beds and terraces. Two tennis courts. Spa area with sauna, Turkish baths, gym and heated indoor pool.

The country estate of Son Palou dates back to the 14th century. It occupies a tranquil hillside in the valley of Orient. Here, in surroundings of great beauty, literally secreted away from the outside world, the estate manor house has become a luxurious small hotel. Family heirlooms and antiques enhance the immaculately furnished interior. There are comfortable lounges, a welcoming dining room and an outside terrace where breakfast and dinner are served in summer months. Each air-conditioned guest room is attractively presented and has satellite television, Internet access and minibar. The suites are equipped with a whirlpool bath. The truly wonderful garden with manicured English style lawns, fine specimen trees, flower borders, covered loggia and quiet terraces will be a source of constant delight. An infinity edge swimming pool has been carefully sited to give the adjacent sun terraces a panoramic view of the valley and mountains. The hotel has two mountain bikes and can suggest hiking routes. Without doubt, this is a haven for those seeking peaceful surroundings and the very best nature can offer.

Low season:

3 nights from £399 7 nights from £739

24 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £449 7 nights from £779

No lift

Open 1 Mar - 31 Oct

Open 12 Jan - 15 Dec

Transfer time 45 mins

Guide price per person sharing standard room/terrace with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

12 rooms and suites

Low season:

3 nights from £339 7 nights from £539

High season:

3 nights from £445 7 nights from £775

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

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Hotel S’Olivaret

Hotel Sa Bassa Rotja

Alaró

Porreres

Alaró This magnificent 15th century estate property has been carefully transformed into a character hotel. It is located three kilometres from Alaró and stands at the edge of a hillside facing the mountains.

A country hotel protected by a one million square metres private estate with origins dating back to the 13th century. Located a short drive from the small town Porreres, the peaceful surroundings ensure total relaxation.

The estate was formerly famous for its production of olive oil and received a Gold Medal at the 1888 Barcelona Exhibition. Relics of the old machinery still remain within the house and contrast with the superb antiques which have been treasured through many generations. Massive stone walls and raftered ceilings are in harmony with the tiled floors.

The original house has been sympathetically extended to provide three spacious lounges, hotel restaurant, bar and a library.

Attractive and individually furnished bedrooms replete with air-conditioning, cable television, minibar and Internet connection. Lounge and bar. The Restaurant Es Lledoner offers modern Mediterranean cuisine inspired by traditional Mallorcan cooking.

All the air-conditioned bedrooms and suites have satellite television and a minibar and many ground floor rooms are grouped around the swimming pool. Good size swimming pool, sun terraces and gardens. Superb heated indoor pool, solarium, sauna, jacuzzi, fitness room and Turkish bath. Beauty Centre with many treatments. Tennis courts, archery, mountain bikes. Several golf courses 20 minutes drive away as are the local sandy beaches.

The swimming pool is located just below the hotel and has sun terraces overlooking the mountains. There is a heated indoor pool, sauna and jacuzzi. Paddle tennis court. Low season:

3 nights from £359 7 nights from £699

25 rooms and suites

High season:

3 nights from £445 7 nights from £829

Lift

No lift

Open 28 Mar - 31 Oct

Open all year

Transfer time 40 mins

Transfer time 30 mins

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

25 rooms and suites

Low season:

3 nights from £299 7 nights from £585

High season:

3 nights from £415 7 nights from £689

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

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Read’s Hotel & Vespasian Spa

Torrent Fals

Santa Maria del Camí

Santa Maria del Camí Dating back to the 15th century, this small hotel has been created from a typical Mallorcan stone house. Standing in its own vineyards enjoying far reaching views over the surrounding countryside to the Tramuntana Mountains. The interior is decorated in pastel hues and the carefully chosen furniture complements the period features. The bedrooms are air-conditioned and have satellite television, Internet connection and minibar. Lounge, original wine cellar, dining room with doors leading to a garden terrace and perfect for a leisurely breakfast as the sun rises over the mountains. Dining room with locally based menus. Good size infinity swimming pool and wide sun terrace. The utterly peaceful surroundings will lead you to feel you are miles from anywhere, yet Palma is just ten minutes by motorway. Beaches, golf courses and most other pursuits are an easy drive away.

Low season:

3 nights from £325 7 nights from £599

High season:

3 nights from £399 7 nights from £729

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

8 rooms

In the heart of Mallorca’s most beautiful countryside, this 500 year old manor house has been lovingly restored to make a truly special luxury hotel. Surrounded by almond groves and its own vineyard at the foot of the Tramuntana Mountains, Read’s is situated just outside the village where there is a regular train service to Palma or Inca. The air-conditioned bedrooms and suites, which all enjoy wonderful views, have satellite Bang & Olufsen television and Internet connection. Some offer DVD/CD players, jacuzzi bath, walk-in shower, lounge and terrace. Sample some of the best cuisine on the island in the gourmet Bacchus restaurant, set in the dramatically arched dining room, or enjoy a simpler menu in Blues Bistro, which has its own summer dining terrace. Browns Bar is a comfortable venue for pre-dinner drinks. Large outdoor swimming pool with terraces. The 650m2 Vespasian Spa comprises heated indoor pool with massage and lumbar jets, thermal area with steam and sauna, treatment rooms, relaxation rooms and gymnasium (personal trainer available on request). Tennis court and extensive landscaped gardens. The surrounding area is ideal for walking and cycling. 23 rooms and suites

No lift

Open all year

Transfer time 25 mins

Transfer time 20 mins Children under 12 not accepted

Low season:

3 nights from £469 7 nights from £895

High season:

3 nights from £695 7 nights from £1335

Guide price per person sharing deluxe room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

Spain & Portugal

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Granada

Porto

Spain & Portugal Capture the spirit of Spain & Portugal by staying in the famous Paradores and Pousadas, a series of atmospheric properties made up of medieval castles, former monasteries and landmark buildings. The cuisine will be locally inspired and authentic to the region in question. While away a few days exploring the beauty of the countryside, appreciating the grandeur of the architecture and relaxing in the timeless surroundings. We also feature carefully chosen and very exclusive hotels where you will certainly feel pampered. In addition, we offer a selection of four and five star hotels in areas you will wish to explore. In Andalucia, visit Granada and the famous Alhambra Palace, Jerez de la Frontera and the Andalucian School of Equestrian Art, Ronda with its spectacular gorge and, of course, Seville, a maze of colourful streets and wonderful architecture. The Spanish interior comprises the famous walled towns of Avila and Caceres, the university town of Salamanca, Segovia with its impressive Gothic Cathedral and Burgos, set in the midst of pine forests. Visit the beautiful Galician coast, the historical city of Oviedo or the green hills of the Rioja. Along the north coast, the resort towns of Santander and San Sebastian provide a real Spanish lifestyle. The Portuguese interior is home to Braga, an ancient Roman city, Guimaraes, the town held to be the birthplace of the Portuguese nation, Coimbra located on a riverside hilltop and Bucaso, with origins dating as far back as the sixth century. Deep in the Alentejo region is Evora, a World Heritage City with Roman walls and fine architecture. Nearby is Estremoz, a medieval town with a fascinating history. Finally, Lamego and Pinhao are a must for wine lovers. The former known for its sparkling wine and the latter, on the pretty banks of the Douro, is the celebrated home of Port wine. For a seaside vacation, visit Estoril, Cascais or Sagres. For a short break in Spain, Madrid is home to the famous Prado and Thyssen-Bornemisza Museums and Barcelona has its own sense of style and design typified by the architecture of Antonio Gaudi. The celebrated Guggenheim Museum has made Bilbao one of the top short-break destinations in Europe. In Portugal, Lisbon offers a rich history and interesting architecture and Sintra, with its maze of cobbled alleys, is always captivating. Porto, at the mouth of the Douro River where the colourful Dhows transport the famous Port wine, is a town steeped in the Portuguese heritage. 41

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Hospes Madrid

Madrid

Hospes Amerigo Alicante

Valencia Alicante

This stunning hotel combines minimalist design with beautiful 1883 architecture. It overlooks Puerta de Alcalá and Retiro Park and is just a few steps from the Prado museum and the best shopping in Madrid. Bodyna Spa with gym, sauna and treatments. Hairdresser. Bars, restaurant, cigar club. Valet parking.

This former Dominican convent is now a fusion of cutting edge design with original architecture, located in the heart of the old city, next to the Cathedral and just a short walk from the port. Lounge bar, pool bar, tapas bar, library. Bodyna Spa with indoor pool and comprehensive range of facilities. Roof-top pool, restaurant, private parking.

Low season:

3 nights from £409 Extra nights from £92

42 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £469 Extra nights from £101

Lift

Open all year

Transfer time 20 mins (Madrid)

Transfer time 15 mins (Alicante)

Guide price per person sharing dreamer’s room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

80 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £289 Extra nights from £54

High season:

3 nights from £375 Extra nights from £72

Guide price per person sharing dreamer’s room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

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Hospes Villa Paulita

Hospes Palau de la Mar

Puigcerda

Valencia This 19th century stately home is now an elegant, modern hotel situated in the highly desirable Eixample Noble area of Valencia. It sits next to the Turia Gardens, just 500 metres from the old city centre and a ten minute walk from the Cathedral. Lounge, lobby bar, library. Patio garden. Heated indoor pool, restaurant, private parking. Low season:

3 nights from £299 Extra nights from £56

66 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £359 Extra nights from £65

Lift

Open all year

Transfer time 20 mins (Valencia)

Transfer time 125 mins (Barcelona)

Guide price per person sharing dreamer’s room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

This art nouveau summer residence continues the Hospes trend to combine culture, well-being, art, history, cuisine and relaxation. It faces Puigcerda lake on one side and the Catalan Pyrenees on the other. Bodyna Spa with indoor pool and fitness area. Bicycles are available for guests to explore the surrounding area. Bar, restaurant, private parking.

38 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £329 Extra nights from £79

High season:

3 nights from £415 Extra nights from £94

Guide price per person sharing dreamer’s room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

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Hospes Las Casa del Rey de Baeza

Hospes Palacio de los Patos Granada

Seville

Cordoba Seville

A small palace built in the 19th century, by those who sought distinction and renewal in Granada’s fertile plain. The delights of this cultural and artistic city, including the Cathedral and the Alhambra, are a short walk away. This unique building is now an oasis of calm in the heart of the commercial district. Indoor pool, restaurant, private parking.

Granada

A haven of serenity, situated in the Santa Cruz quarter of old Seville, close to many places of interest. This hotel, originally built in the 18th century, embodies the culture of the city, from the vivid colours and fragrances of the central patio and its fountain, to the flavours and aromas of the regional cuisine. Roof top swimming pool, restaurant, private car park.

Low season:

3 nights from £339 Extra nights from £83

42 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £435 Extra nights from £100

Lift

Open all year

Transfer time 100 mins (Malaga)

Transfer time 20 mins (Seville)

Guide price per person sharing dreamer’s room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

41 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £299 Extra nights from £59

High season:

3 nights from £359 Extra nights from £68

Guide price per person sharing dreamer’s room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

Hospes Spirit Al-Andalus Packages Package one includes a minimum of three nights combining any or all of the Hospes hotels in Granada, Seville & Córdoba in the order of your choice, plus the following: • A special ‘Califal’ dinner taken at your chosen hotel. • An authentic Andalusian Flamenco show in the city of your choice. • An introductory presentation of Iberian Ham and the art of ham cutting (exclusively in Seville) • Entrance to the Mosque of Córdoba • Guided walking tour of classical Seville • Entrance to the Alhambra Palace in Granada, including return Palacio de los Patos transfers and a guided tour visiting the Royal Palaces, Generalife Gardens and the Palace of Carlos V.

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Hospes Palacio del Bailio Córdoba An intriguing and inspiring balance between past and present combining Roman remains with contemporary design, space and light. The hotel comprises a whole block in the old town. Restaurant. Garden terrace and patios, indoor and outdoor swimming pools. Bodyna Spa situated in the old Roman hotel baths, using Roman thermal techniques. Low season: High season:

3 nights from £329 Extra nights from £103 3 nights from £429 Extra nights from £120

Guide price per person sharing dreamer’s room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

Package two includes a minimum of five nights combining two nights at Hospes Madrid with any or all of the Hospes hotels in Granada, Seville & Córdoba in the order of your choice, plus the following: • All of the above • A combined Madrid Art Tour ticket allowing one visit to each of the Museo del Prado, the Museo Thyssen and the Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofia. Package Two

Package One

53 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £569 Extra nights from £88

Low season:

5 nights from £829 Extra nights from £88

High season:

3 nights from £665 Extra nights from £105

High season:

5 nights from £955 Extra nights from £105

Lift Open all year Transfer time 100 mins (Seville)

Guide price per person sharing dreamer’s room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

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Barceló La Bobadilla

Hotel Alhambra Palace

Loja

Granada Loja

Enjoy the best views of Granada and the Sierra Nevada mountains from this world famous hotel. Devised by the Duke of San Pedro de Galantino and inaugurated by King Alfonso XIII in 1910, a very special atmosphere prevails throughout the hotel. Superbly furnished and beautifully appointed rooms all with satellite television and mini-bar. A la carte restaurant, bar, panoramic drinks terrace, car parking. Only five minutes walk from the magnificent Alhambra Palace – a perfect place to stay. A visit to Granada can often be combined with stays in Córdoba, Seville, Ronda or Malaga and a day trip to each of these places is easily achievable. Granada itself has historical and cultural interest and a wide choice of shops and restaurants.

Tucked away in a 1,000 acre private estate in the heart of the countryside, this is one of Spain’s finest hotels. Reminiscent of an Andalucian village, it is made up of a series of white buildings in an incomparable setting. This exclusive retreat will certainly appeal to the sybarite. There is an air of casual elegance throughout its cool interior. Renowned La Finca restaurant offering beautifully presented Mediterranean dishes. El Cortijo restaurant for Spanish cuisine. El Mirador poolside bar and restaurant offering seasonal produce and traditional dishes. El Cortijo bar. Outdoor and indoor swimming pools. Health & Beauty Centre with gym, saunas and steam baths. Tennis courts, horse riding, bicycle hire and walking paths through the extensive grounds. Ideally placed for car visits to Granada, Seville, Córdoba and the coast.

Low season:

3 nights from £319 Extra nights from £76

126 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £419 Extra nights from £95

Lift

Open all year

Open 25 Mar onwards

Transfer time 100 mins (Malaga)

Transfer time 70 mins (Málaga)

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

Granada

62 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £329 7 nights from £665

High season:

3 nights from £615 7 nights from £1019

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

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Iberostar Marbella Coral Beach

Gran Hotel Benahavis

Marbella

Benahavis Benahavis

Marbella

This exclusive hotel is situated on the edge of a pretty Andalucian mountain village between Marbella and Estepona and a mere 15 minutes drive from fashionable Puerto Bánus. There are a number of good restaurants in the village and the area is particularly suitable for walking.

Positioned directly on the beach in one of Marbella’s most exclusive residential areas, this modern resort style hotel is just a kilometre from Puerto Bánus. It is an elegant low-rise building, built in traditional Mediterranean style, with a wide range of facilities.

The luxurious air-conditioned bedrooms are extremely elegant, beautifully furnished, offer the highest degree of comfort and are equipped wih satellite television and minibar. Most rooms enjoy lovely views of the village or mountains and there is one floor of non-smoking rooms.

All the spacious air-conditioned bedrooms, each with balcony or terrace, are distributed across four floors and offer satellite television, safe and minibar. Some of them overlook the gardens, some the swimming pool and the rest have sea views.

Lounges, cocktail bar. Lobby café, main restaurant, poolside restaurant and bar. Two large swimming pools, two smaller pools for children, jacuzzi. Extensive Spa facilities with three jacuzzis, massage jets, stream bath, sauna, relaxation area and gym.

Restaurant, snack bar, beach club bar. Wellness centre with steam baths, massage, sauna and jacuzzi. Two swimming pools. Guests can participate in various sporting activities in and around the hotel including golf, water sports, paddle, tennis and horse riding.

Low season:

3 nights from £249 7 nights from £415

95 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £445 7 nights from £799

Lift

Open all year

Open 1 Apr - 31 Oct

Transfer time 60 mins (Málaga)

Transfer time 45 mins (Málaga)

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

170 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £325 7 nights from £515

High season:

3 nights from £469 7 nights from £799

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

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Gran Hotel Elba Estepona

Kempinski Hotel Bahia Estepona

Estepona

Estepona A delightful modern hotel, recently renovated and elegantly decorated. Directly alongside the sea and set in 45,000 square metres of lush subtropical gardens with access to a sandy beach, the Kempinski sets high standards for a relaxing and luxurious holiday hotel.

Directly facing the Arena beach with views to Africa and Gibraltar, this elegant hotel offers everything required for a relaxing stay in luxurious surroundings. There are more than 50 golf courses within an easy drive and the hotel can arrange tee times. Enter a spectacular lobby with magnificent crystal dome.

The exceptionally spacious and air conditioned bedrooms all have a balcony and sitting area. They are complete with minibar, telephone and WiFi. Fine lounges, two bars. Main restaurant El Mirador, Mediterranean La Brisa, Spanish Alminar and alfresco La Cabaña del Mar Beach Club.

All the spacious air-conditioned bedrooms are complete with satellite television, WiFi, minibar, safe, separated bath and shower and a terrace with a sea view. Suites have a separate living room. Reading room and library. Shopping area. Club for children in summer.

Three outdoor swimming pools, indoor pool. Kempinski Spa with gym, massage and treatments. Tennis court. Seasonal club for children. There are upwards of 50 golf courses in this coastal region. Seville, Granada, Córdoba, Gibraltar and Tangier are all reachable on a day excursion.

There are four stunning restaurants, each decorated in an unique theme to reflect the cuisine being served. Piano, lobby, pool and cocktail bars. Fine swimming pool, additional covered pool for winter, children’s pool. Superb Thalasso Spa offering every conceivable treatment.

Low season:

3 nights from £469 7 nights from £839

147 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £749 7 nights from £1399

Lift

Open all year

Transfer time 60 mins (Málaga)

Guide price per person sharing deluxe room/balcony/garden view with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

204 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £415 7 nights from £699

High season:

3 nights from £599 7 nights from £1059

Guide price per person sharing standard room/balcony/seaview with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

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Hotel Maestranza

Finca Cortesin

Ronda

Casares Casares

This modern resort-style luxury hotel is set in a vast estate, just 1.5 kilometres from the beach and is surrounded by a championship standard 18-hole golf course, home of the Volvo World Match Play Championship. The spacious bedrooms and suites are beautifully furnished and equipped with television and interactive entertainment system. Schilo signature Restaurant offering elegant dining with Arabic and Asian influences and high quality ingredients. Restaurant El Jardin for traditional Iberian food and panoramic views of the gardens and the sea beyond. Bar with terrace. Par 72 golf course with clubhouse and terrace. Galleria with restaurants, business centre and shopping boutiques. Two outdoor swimming pools. Extensive Spa with indoor pool, fitness centre, thermal suite and treatment rooms offering a range of massages, face and body treatments.

Ronda

Located in the centre of town, this comfortable hotel is just 200 metres from the gorge and bridge which joins the old town with the new. It stands on the site of the last home of Pedro Romero, the first bullfighter in Spain, and is directly opposite the bull ring. All the air-conditioned bedrooms are equipped with a minibar, WiFi internet access, safe and television. The spacious junior suites offer a living area. Lounges, restaurant Sol y Sombra serving local specialities, coffee shop serving snacks, bar. Parking. For a nominal charge, guests can have use of a swimming pool, tennis and squash courts at a private country club outside town. There are a number of museums and monuments, shops and restaurants within easy reach of the hotel.

Low season:

3 nights from £589 7 nights from £1245

67 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £799 7 nights from £1645

Lift

Open all year

Transfer time 75 mins (Málaga)

Transfer time 90 mins (Málaga)

Guide price per person sharing junior suite with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

54 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £245 Extra nights from £52

High season:

3 nights from £369 Extra nights from £79

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

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Hacienda Benazuza ElBullihotel

Hacienda de San Rafael

Sanlucar la Mayor

Las Cabezas de San Juan

Sanlucar

Las Cabezas

A lovely hacienda in the heart of south-west Andalucia midway between Jerez and Seville. Formerly part of an olive estate, it stands in sunflower and barley fields surrounded by 350 acres of its own land. It is a peaceful hideaway, yet within reach of a number of places of interest. The delightful duplex style bedrooms have a sitting area and there are also three casitas which benefit from a shared private swimming pool. Restaurant offering simple Mediterranean cuisine with an emphasis on local seasonal produce. Alfresco dining whenever possible. Three swimming pools set in five acres of lovely gardens with patios and courtyards festooned with geraniums, climbing jasmines and bougainvillea. Paddle tennis court with equipment supplied. Library, shop. Massage and yoga. Golf a half-hour drive away.

Low season:

3 nights from £499 7 nights from £1019

High season:

3 nights from £585 7 nights from £1125

Guide price per person sharing deluxe room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

11 rooms

This famous estate, founded by the Moors in the 10th century, has passed through the hands of 12th century Kings, the crusading Knights of Santiago and more recently, the Pablo Romero family, breeders of Spain’s most celebrated fighting bulls. Within easy reach of Seville, it is a veritable oasis nestled in orange groves and surrounded by a sea of centuries-old olive trees. All the amenities of a modern luxury hotel are discreetly offered in this captivating hideaway. Comfortable lounges with bar. Lavish and individually decorated suite-style guest rooms with air-conditioning, minibar, safe, telephone and television. Two restaurants where haute cuisine blends with traditional Andalucian and Arab dishes. Good wine cellar. Swimming pool, jacuzzi, tennis and paddle courts. Golf courses nearby. Riding with easy access to the Donana, the largest nature reserve in Europe.

44 rooms

All rooms ground floor

No lift

Open 15 Mar - 15 Nov

Open 18 Mar onwards

Transfer time 45 mins (Seville)

Transfer time 30 mins (Seville)

Children under 12 years not accepted

Low season:

3 nights from £895 7 nights from £1935

High season:

3 nights from £979 7 nights from £2045

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

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Hotel Inglaterra

Hotel Alfonso XIII

Seville

Seville Set alongside the cathedral and Alcazar, this renowned hotel is traditional Andalucia at its best. The magnificent interior with its intricate tiling and frescoes is an architectural delight. All the spacious, luxurious bedrooms have air-conditioning, minibar, safe, telephone, CD player, satellite television and internet access. Some have a balcony. Palatial lounges, cocktail bar, celebrated restaurant San Fernando. Beauty Salon, fitness centre, shopping arcade. Delightful gardens, terraces, swimming pool. Garage.

This well-known hotel was formerly an old inn of the same name where every Monarch visiting the city would stay. It is located in one of the best positions for sightseeing and the staff are happy to advise on local places to visit, as well as making restaurant reservations, arranging babysitting and so on. All the air-conditioned bedrooms have minibar, safe, television and Internet connection. Restaurant La Galeria, which houses exhibitions to display works by local artists. Lounge, bar. Hotel garage.

Low season:

3 nights from £539 Extra nights from £139

147 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £599 Extra nights from £149

Lift

Open all year

Transfer time 20 mins (Seville)

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

86 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £349 Extra nights from £75

High season:

3 nights from £409 Extra nights from £85

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

Private

Corral del Rey Seville Located in the heart of Seville, five minutes from the Cathedral, this 17th century Palacio has been beautifully restored and converted into a small, luxury hotel, under the same ownership as Hacienda de San Rafael. The rooms, located around a central courtyard, mix vintage furniture with modern décor and amenities, such as flat-screen televisions, DVD/CD players & I-Pod docking stations. Wi-Fi throughout hotel. Roof-top terrace with plunge pool. Restaurant (closed Monday) & bar. Massage & beauty treatments. Art gallery. The hotel can arrange a private guide to ensure you make the most of your time in Seville. Low season:

3 nights from £529 Extra nights from £135

High season:

3 nights from £589 Extra nights from £145

Guide price per person sharing superior room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

6 rooms No lift Open all year Transfer time 20 mins (Seville) Children under 12 years not accepted

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Hotel Guadalete

Iberostar Andalucia Playa

Jerez de la Frontera

Novo Sancti Petri Jerez de la Frontera Novo Sancti Petri

Positioned directly between the beach and the Novo Sancti Petri golf course, this modern resort style hotel is in a superb location and offers something for everyone. It is an elegant low-rise building, built in traditional Andalucian style, with a wide range of facilities.

This fine modern hotel is located in a residential area close to the Spanish Riding School and near the famous sherry bodegas. Jerez is an ideal spot for visits to Cadiz and the Andalucian white villages and is only eight miles from the beaches.

The air-conditioned bedrooms, each with balcony or terrace, are distributed across three floors and offer satellite television, safe and minibar. Some overlook the gardens, others have sea views. The spacious junior suites have a living area and a large sea facing balcony.

Recently fully refurbished, well appointed rooms all with air-conditioning, satellite television and minibar. Twelve larger superior rooms and four spacious junior suites, plus the luxurious presidential suite with large terrace overlooking the swimming pool.

Dining room and bar, a la carte restaurant, lobby, pool and snack bars, lounges. Internet corner. Beauty centre with hairdresser. Gym, indoor swimming pool, sauna. Well-kept gardens with swimming pool and separate pool for children. Bicycle hire. Seasonal clubs for children and teenagers. Tennis and horse riding centres nearby.

Restaurant La Cartuja specialising in local flavours. Bar Guadalete. Regular barbeques arranged by hotel. WiFi. Lovely gardens. Large outdoor swimming pool with separate pool for children. Sauna. Car parking. Guests have use of a nearby gym.

Low season:

3 nights from £289 7 nights from £495

290 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £475 7 nights from £865

Lift

Open 1 May -31 Oct

Open all year

Transfer time 90 mins (Seville)

Transfer time 75 mins (Seville)

Guide price per person sharing standard room with half board & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

137 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £235 Extra nights from £49

High season:

3 nights from £409 Extra nights from £92

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

Jerez

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Le Seu d’Urgell

Mas de Torrent

Hotel El Castell

Torrent

Le Seu d’Urgell

Torrent One of the most beautiful hotels in Catalonia. An 18th century mansion situated on a small hill in lovely countryside but only ten minutes from Costa Brava’s best beaches. This is an ideal place to unwind and relax in exclusive surroundings amidst olive and cypress trees. The bedrooms are individually treated. Some are in the main house and others in little bungalows together with several suites with own plunge pool. Great care has been taken in the selection of furniture, lighting and décor throughout the hotel to create an air of ambience and luxury. Spa with sauna, steam bath, indoor pool, gym and treatment rooms. In the gardens, there is a swimming pool and tennis court. Horse riding and hot air balloon excursions can be arranged. Four golf courses nearby. Many local places of interest including, of course, the Salvador Dali Theatre-Museum.

Low season:

3 nights from £629 7 nights from £1335

High season:

3 nights from £979 7 nights from £2045

Guide price per person sharing garden suite with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

Located in the foothills of the Pyrénées, this lovely hotel has a real sense of style. The views are stunning and the surrounding countryside invites exploration. Well appointed bedrooms furnished in local style. Restaurant with fine wine list. Lounges, bar and library. Panoramic terrace. Lovely swimming pool with dramatic views from the sun terraces. Indoor pool, excellent Wellness Centre with treatments, hydro-massage, jacuzzi and gym. Beauty Salon. 4x4 excursions, horse riding. Segre National Park nearby with white-water rafting and canoeing. Golf. The town is one of the oldest in Catalonia with a very well preserved historic centre and 12th century Romanesque Cathedral. The rural principality of Andorra is a short drive away.

37 rooms

38 rooms

No lift (some ground floor rooms)

Open all year

Transfer time 110 mins (Barcelona)

Transfer time 140 mins (Barcelona)

Low season:

3 nights from £399 7 nights from £789

High season:

3 nights from £585 7 nights from £1125

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

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Hotel Wellington

Hotel Duques de Bergara

Madrid

Barcelona

Madrid A hotel with a definite air of calm and located in one of the best districts in town, it is certainly an ideal base to explore this fascinating city. Lounges, cocktail bar, restaurant. Outdoor seasonal swimming pool, sauna, hairdresser. Hotel garage.

This well-run hotel was created from one of the most important art-nouveau buildings in the city. Conveniently positioned near the famous Ramblas, you will certainly be in touch with the vibrancy of the city. The restaurant serves Catalan as well as international cuisine. Outdoor seasonal swimming pool. Valet parking.

Low season:

3 nights from £395 Extra nights from £85

275 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £455 Extra nights from £95

Lift

Open all year

Transfer time 25 mins (Madrid)

Transfer time 25 mins (Barcelona)

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

149 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £309 Extra nights from £65

High season:

3 nights from £415 Extra nights from £89

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

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Gran Hotel La Florida

The Westin Palace

Barcelona

Madrid Felt to be the most famous hotel in Madrid and commissioned by King Alfonso XIII as a landmark for the capital city. Magnificently aristocratic, this gilded retreat is in the Golden Triangle of Art close to the famous Prado. Two restaurants, lounge and bar. Fitness centre. Gardens and terraces. Low season:

3 nights from £439 Extra nights from £103

465 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £445 Extra nights from £92

Lift

Open all year

Transfer time 25 mins (Madrid)

Transfer time 25 mins (Barcelona)

Guide price per person sharing deluxe room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

This celebrated hotel sits atop Mount Tibidabo enjoying spectacular views of the city and sea. Fine restaurant serving imaginative cuisine, bar, lobby lounge. Terraces and gardens. Health Spa with state of the art gym, sauna and beauty treatments. Private nightclub with jazz music.

74 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £419 Extra nights from £119

High season:

3 nights from £539 Extra nights from £127

Guide price per person sharing deluxe room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

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Bilbao

Hotel Carlton

Barcelona

Hotel Claris

Bilbao

Barcelona A modern hotel in the heart of Barcelona, perfectly located for exploring this vibrant city. Spacious air-conditioned bedrooms with Internet connection, minibar, safe and satellite television. Restaurant, bar, lounge bar and cocktail-tapas bar. Terrace with outdoor swimming pool. Gym, sauna, jacuzzi, parking.

Declared an Historic and Cultural Monument by the Basque Government, this hotel is in the heart of Bilbao just a short walk from the Guggenheim. It offers excellent standards of comfort. Imposing main hall, lounges, cocktail bar. Traditional Basque cuisine is a feature of the restaurant. Garage parking.

Low season:

3 nights from £379 Extra nights from £85

120 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £439 Extra nights from £95

Lift

Lifts

Open all year

Transfer time 25 mins (Barcelona)

Transfer time 20 mins (Bilbao)

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

148 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £459 Extra nights from £99

High season:

3 nights from £519 Extra nights from £105

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

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Silken Gran Hotel Domine

Hotel Silken Indautxu

Bilbao

Bilbao A good modern hotel in the city centre with a stylish interior and a popular choice of our clients. All the air-conditioned bedrooms have minibar, safe, WiFi and satellite television. Etxaniz restaurant offering Basque cuisine. Indautxu coffee shop, piano bar, comfortable lounge. Garden and terraces. Private parking.

Directly overlooking the Guggenheim, this is a unique place to stay. All the bedrooms are individually designed with highest quality furnishings. Metropol Le Café, trendy 1960s style cocktail lounge Splash & Crash. Minimalist restaurant Beltz The Black. Reading corner, gym, lookout terrace with sun loungers.

Low season:

3 nights from £315 Extra nights from £49

275 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £375 Extra nights from £57

Lifts

Lift

Open all year

Transfer time 20 mins (Bilbao)

Transfer time 30 mins (Bilbao)

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

145 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £399 Extra nights from £75

High season:

3 nights from £459 Extra nights from £85

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

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Villa Covelo Hotel

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Santander Escalante San Millan

Monasterio de San Millan

Samiera

San Millan de la Cogolla

A friendly modern hotel with every possible amenity. Overlooking the sea and just 150 metres from the beach. Air-conditioned bedrooms with television. Restaurant serving authentic Galician cuisine. Lounge, library, Internet corner, café-bar. Gym, sauna, games room. Swimming pool. Free car parking.

In the heart of the Rioja wine region, the hotel is contained within one wing of a 16th century monastery. Within these ancient surroundings, you can relax in comfortable modern fitted bedrooms which have lovely views. Enjoy traditional and Basque cuisine in the restaurant San Agustin. This whole area is one of outstanding natural beauty and steeped in religious history.

Low season:

3 nights from £279 Extra nights from £50

50 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £359 Extra nights from £75

Lift

Open 15 Apr - 12 Oct

Open 1 Mar onwards

Transfer time 60 mins (Santiago de Compostela)

Transfer time 110 mins (Bilbao)

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

25 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £379 Extra nights from £89

High season:

3 nights from £489 Extra nights from £119

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

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Hotel Silken Coliseum

Hotel San Roman de Escalante

Santander

Escalante Created from a 17th century country house adjacent to the beautiful 12th century chapel in this lovely part of Cantabria. The attractive restaurant converted from a former stable building is well known for gastronomique cuisine. Gardens with many sculptures, art gallery. Swimming pool. Lovely pastoral surroundings only two miles from the sea. Low season:

3 nights from £389 Extra nights from £98

16 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £585 Extra nights from £149

No lift

Lift

Open all year

Transfer time 55 mins (Bilbao)

Transfer time 75 mins

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

The Hotel Coliseum occupies a new building with a unique façade, in a privileged location right in the centre of Santander. Comfortable, air-conditioned bedrooms with safe, minibar, internet connection and television. All-day café. A la carte restaurant offering traditional Cantabrian cuisine.

92 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £259 Extra nights from £55

High season:

3 nights from £489 Extra nights from £115

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

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Oviedo

Hotel de la Reconquista

✧✧✧✧ San Sebastian

Silken Amara Plaza San Sebastian

Oviedo Listed as a Monument of National Interest, this striking 18th century building with its classical colonnades and porticos is much treasured. It is well located in an exclusive residential area. The property was fully refurbished, whilst maintaining all the original features, before opening as a hotel in the 1970s.

A modern building, created by famous architect Pena Ganchegui, located on Pio XII square and within walking distance of all major attractions in the town, such as La Concha beach and the city’s old quarter. It has a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere and is in a good location.

It is superbly furnished in a beautiful Spanish baronial style. The comfortable and elegant bedrooms are decorated in various styles and are complete with minibar, safe, satellite television and WiFi internet access. Some overlook the central courtyard and some have a terrace.

The public areas are adorned with paintings, photographs and sculptures by well-known artists. All the modern bedrooms are decorated in warm tones and are complete with air-conditioning, telephone, satellite television and WiFi connectivity. Some rooms have a living room.

Impressive restaurant, less formal restaurant and lounge bar. Hairdresser, sauna and massage. Shopping gallery. Private garage. Babysitting can be arranged on request. Urban Spa and gym with discounts for hotel guests. The hotel can arrange a number of activities in the surrounding area and on the coast.

Café serving traditional ‘pintxos’, a kebab-like snack. Plaza Restaurant offering dishes inspired by Basque or international cuisine. Chef Luis Miguel Petrirena has created an imaginative and carefully crafted menu. La Ola piano-bar with live music and cocktails – an ideal place to spend a pleasant evening.

Low season:

3 nights from £395 Extra nights from £99

142 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £499 Extra nights from £119

Lift

Open all year

Transfer time 35 mins (Asturias)

Transfer time 70 mins (Bilbao)

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

163 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £329 7 nights from £639

High season:

3 nights from £489 7 nights from £899

Guide price per person sharing confort room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

Oviedo

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Hostal del Cardenal

Hotel Los Linajes

Segovia

Cáceres

Toledo

Segovia

Toledo

Secreted away within the city walls, this former home of the Cardinals contains a pentagonal tower used by one as an oratory. Period features abound within this ancient building. The gardens with fountains, pools and white mulberry trees replicate the famous Generalife Gardens of the Alhambra. The air-conditioned bedrooms have telephone and television; some have a balcony. The restaurant is within a Mudéjar-Castillian style building reached through the gardens. Toledo is one of the jewels of Spain and this hotel is a dazzling accompaniment.

Converted from a 16th century house in the most historic part of the city, the Los Linajes is a peaceful haven in the shadow of the celebrated cathedral and enjoys splendid views over the surrounding countryside. There are a number of interesting historical and cultural aspects to Segovia. Within a few minutes walk of the hotel, one can reach the main square, the Alcazar and the Aqueduct. Individually decorated, air-conditioned bedrooms, some with balcony. Restaurant, snack cafeteria, bar. Seasonal terrace from which to enjoy the wonderful views. Garage.

Low season:

3 nights from £249 Extra nights from £49

27 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £379 Extra nights from £79

No lift

Lift

Open all year

Transfer time 75 mins (Madrid)

Transfer time 80 mins (Madrid)

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

53 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £295 Extra nights from £69

High season:

3 nights from £435 Extra nights from £99

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

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Alameda Palacete Cáceres Located close to the main square in the heart of the renowned cultural city in a region of great historic interest. This is a beautifully preserved property of great architectural merit. Well appointed air-conditioned bedrooms with satellite television and some suite-style rooms with living room. Dining room serving breakfast. Lounge. Peaceful garden. Parking nearby.

Low season: High season:

3 nights from £279 Extra nights from £62 3 nights from £379 Extra nights from £79

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

9 rooms No lift (some ground floor rooms) Open all year Transfer time 235 mins (Madrid)

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Palacio de los Velada

Palacio de Castellanos

Burgos

Salamanca

Ávila

Avila

This interesting hotel has been created from a former 16th century palace. It is located close to the famous 12th century Cathedral in this mystically fascinating walled city. Well-appointed bedrooms. Restaurants. Enjoy the beautiful architecture of this building as you walk along the classic verandah in the footsteps of kings and queens of bygone ages. Hotel parking.

Salamanca

Rascafria

An architectural gem constructed on the site of the original 15th century palace. The main hall has been created from a dramatic interior cloister. The modern bedrooms are concealed behind the ancient exterior façade, which looks out to the Plaza del Concillo in this famous town of learning. Restaurant known for its Basque-Navarra cuisine. Cocktail bar. Summer terrace. Private parking.

Low season:

3 nights from £285 Extra nights from £65

145 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £399 Extra nights from £89

Lift

Open all year

Transfer time 95 mins (Madrid)

Transfer time 100 mins (Valladolid)

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

62 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £295 Extra nights from £69

High season:

3 nights from £409 Extra nights from £89

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

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Hotel Silken Gran Teatro

Hotel Santa Maria de el Paular

Burgos

Rascafria This 15th century monastery is still partly occupied by monks and a delightful hotel has been created in part of the building. Two restaurants, bar and summer terrace. Ancient cloisters and private chapel. Heated outdoor swimming pool, tennis court. Gardens. Sauna, gym. Horse riding, fishing.

This former theatre enjoys a privileged location in the main shopping area of the city, five minutes from the Cathedral. Behind the beautiful façade, the contemporary interior offers comfortable air-conditioned guest rooms with safe, minibar, satellite television and WiFi. Lovely public rooms, gym, restaurant, café and private garage.

Low season:

3 nights from £389 Extra nights from £92

54 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £459 Extra nights from £109

Lift

Open 1 May onwards

Open all year

Transfer time 75 mins (Madrid)

Transfer time 100 mins (Valladolid)

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

117 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £279 Extra nights from £62

High season:

3 nights from £389 Extra nights from £85

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

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Hacienda Abascal Wine Hotel & Country Resort

Valladolid

Zamora

Hacienda Zorita Wine Hotel & Country Resort

Salamanca

Valladolid This contemporary building lies in the middle of the Ribera del Duera ‘golden mile’, one of the best known wine regions of Spain, and enjoys spectacular scenic views. The hacienda can arrange balloon flights over the surrounding areas. Durius River Café - Sergi Arola, offering informal menus from a 2-star Michelin chef. Formal a la carte restaurant. Vineyard of 17 hectares, wine cellar for 1200 oak casks, crushing plant, wine shop and tasting room. Tastings include natural foods to accompany each wine.

Converted from a 14th century Dominican Monastery, this hotel enjoys breathtaking views of the river Tormes. The hacienda can arrange balloon flights over the surrounding areas. Durius River Café - Sergi Arola, offering informal menus from a 2-star Michelin chef. Formal a la carte restaurant. Luxurious Wine Spa offering wine therapies, ‘chill-out’ space and spa dining. Take a guided tour around the organic vineyard or the wine cellar for 1750 oak casks. Wine shop and tasting room. Tastings include natural foods to accompany each wine.

Low season:

3 nights from £279 Extra nights from £63

5 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £385 Extra nights from £95

Lift

Open all year

Transfer time 60 mins (Valladolid)

Transfer time 100 mins (Valladolid)

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

30 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £279 Extra nights from £63

High season:

3 nights from £385 Extra nights from £95

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

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Hacienda Unamuno Wine Lodge & Natural Reserve Zamora This charming wine lodge is situated in Arribes del Duero Natural Park, the natural border between Spain and Portugal. Explore canyons, delight in the local fauna and flora, navigate the Duero River, or just relax! Formal gastrorestaurant, informal outside dining. Vineyard of 70 hectares, wine cellar for 1200 oak casks, crushing plant, wine shop and tasting room.

Low season:

3 nights from £279 Extra nights from £63

High season:

3 nights from £385 Extra nights from £95

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

40 rooms Lift Open all year Transfer time 105 mins (Valladolid)

Spain

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Elciego

Hotel Marqués de Riscal

Can Bonastre Wine Resort

Masquefa

Elciego This spectacular landmark hotel, designed by Frank O. Gehry, creator of the Guggenheim in Bilbao, is set in the heart of the Marqués de Riscal vineyard in Rioja. The striking modern architecture contrasts elegantly with the traditional Spanish scenery surrounding it. Well-appointed bedrooms uniquely and exclusively designed by Frank Gehry encompassing high quality materials, avant-garde furniture and state-of-the-art technology in the form of Bang & Olufsen Beovision televisions, CD players, VOIP telephones and WIFI Internet access. Gastronomic restaurant, wine bar. Roof-top lounge and library with breathtaking views. Guests can attend culinary classes with the Michelin-star chef as well as experience the wine production process from beginning to end in the cellars. Caudalie Vinotherapie Spa offering wine therapy in 14 treatment rooms, indoor heated pool, jacuzzi and fitness facility. Those wishing to explore the surrounding area can drive the Ruta de Vino, an established tour of the Rioja wine region and there are two golf courses within 35 kms.

Set in a 16th century country estate extending to 247 acres, Can Bonastre offers beautiful views over the vineyards and towards Montserrat mountain. The property has been fully renovated by the current owners and guests can enjoy a guided tour of the winery, wine tasting and food pairing workshop, gin, & whisky tasting. Guests are also encouraged to get involved in the harvest. All the modern rooms are carefully designed and are named after the peaks of Montserrat. They have minibar, WiFi, music system and satellite television with DVD player. Tribia restaurant, located in a vault of the old wine resort and specialising in seasonal produce and traditional recipes. Swimming pool. Acbua Spa with sauna, Turkish bath, indoor pool and therapy rooms for wine treatments. The vineyards can be explored on foot, by horse or bicycle. For the more energetic, the hotel can arrange helicopter flights, quad biking or golf tee times in the local area.

Low season:

3 nights from £1095 7 nights from £2459

43 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £1189 7 nights from £2649

Lift

Open all year

Transfer time 90 mins (Bilbao)

Transfer time 40 mins (Barcelona)

Guide price per person sharing grand deluxe with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

12 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £425 Extra nights from £109

High season:

3 nights from £635 Extra nights from £165

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

Spain

Ancient and historic

401

4★

402

ALARCÓN Parador Marqués de Villena 4★

403

Modern architecture

ALBACETE Parador La Mancha

3★

484

ALCALA DE HENARES Parador de ALcala de Henares 4★

Overlooking the sea, surrounded by pine trees with access to beautiful beaches. Swimming pool, gym, restaurant, parking, lift. 78 rooms.

Located on a meander of the river Júcar, perfect for exploring the historical buildings of the area. Restaurant, parking, lift. 14 rooms.

Located on the plains of La Mancha, with access nearby to outdoor pursuits. Swimming pool, restaurant, parking, lift. 68 rooms.

A 17th century Dominican Convent, refurbished in a very modern style. Swimming pool, spa, restaurant, parking, lift. 128 rooms.

£ Price per person per night from £91 f Obligatory HB 1 Jul-31 Aug Girona (60 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £109 Valencia (160 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £70 Alicante (170 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £125 Madrid (20 kms)

404

ALCAÑIZ Parador La Concordia

3★

405

ALMAGRO Parador de Almagro

4★

406

ANTEQUERA Parador de Antequera

4★

407

ARCOS DE LA FRONTERA Parador Casa del Corregidor 3★

Built on a hill top, this parador dominates the landscape of the Maestrazgo. Gym, restaurant, parking, lift. 37 rooms.

Set in the heart of the plain of La Mancha, in an historical and artistic setting. Swimming pool, restaurant, parking, lift. 54 rooms.

Surrounded by a lush, fertile plain, with a rich historical and artistic heritage. Swimming pool, restaurant, parking. 58 rooms.

Located on the banks of the Guadalete, with a panoramic view of the fertile plain of the river. Restaurant, lift. 24 rooms.

£ Price per person per night from £87 Reus (145 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £87 Madrid (225 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £80 Málaga (60 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £87 Jerez (40 kms)

408

AIGUABLAVA Parador Costa Brava

Character and local style

ARGÓMANIZ Parador de Argómaniz

3★

409

ARTÍES Parador Don Gasper de Portolá 4★

410

ÁVILA Parador Raimundo de Borgoña 4★

411

AYAMONTE Parador Costa de la Luz

4★

This Renaissance palace compliments the natural beauty of the Plains of Álava. Restaurant, parking, lift. 53 rooms.

Set high up with snow-capped peaks in winter and lush green woods in summer. Swimming pool, gym, restaurant, parking, lift. 54 rooms.

Situated in the historical centre of Ávila, backing on to the majestic city walls. Restaurant, parking, lift. 55 rooms.

Set in the high quarters of the town, with panoramic views of the Guadiana. Swimming pool, restaurant, parking, lift. 54 rooms.

£ Price per person per night from £87 Bilbao (85 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £91 Barcelona (305 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £80 Madrid (125 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £70 Seville (150 kms)

412

BAIONA 4★

413

BENAVENTE Parador Fernando II de León 4★

414

BENICARLÓ Parador Costa del Azahar 4★

415

BIELSA Parador Monte Perdido

3★

Set on the Monterreal Peninsula, protected by the sea and flanked by a pine wood. Swimming pool, gym, restaurant, parking, lift. 122 rooms.

Built by order of Fernando II de León to form part of the walled enclosure of the town. Swimming pool, restaurant, parking, lift. 38 rooms.

Positioned amidst vast, beautiful gardens, with lovely beaches nearby. Swimming pool, gym, restaurant, parking, lift. 106 rooms.

Set in a magnificent position on the western slopes of the Ordesa National Park and Monte Perdido. Restaurant, parking, lift. 39 rooms. Opens 8 Mar.

£ Price per person per night from £115 f Obligatory HB 5-17 Aug Santiago de Compostela (130 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £80 Valladolid (95 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £80 Reus (125 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £80 Reus (245 kms)

416

CÁCERES Parador de Cáceres

4★

417

CÁDIZ Hotel Atlantico

4★

418

CALAHORRA Parador Marco Fabio Quintiliano 4★

419

CAMBADOS Parador El Albariño

4★

Located in the heart of the historical and artistic quarter of this World Heritage Site, on Arabic foundations. Restaurant, parking, lift. 33 rooms.

Set in a mainly residential area, with exclusive access to a small beach. Swimming pool, gym, restaurant, parking, lift. 149 rooms.

Located near the River Ebro and the Cidacos Valley, ideally situated for exploring the Cathedral. Restaurant, lift. 60 rooms.

A former country house, whose construction began in the 17th century. Swimming pool, restaurant, parking, lift. 59 rooms.

£ Price per person per night from £87 Madrid (315 kms)

Currently closed for refurbishment Jerez (50 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £80 Bilbao (190 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £80 Santiago de Compostela (80 kms)

420

CANGAS DE ONÍS Parador de Cangas de Onís 4★

421

CARDONA Parador Duques de Cardona 4★

422

CARMONA Parador Alcázar del Rey Don Pedro 4★

423

CAZORLA Parador El Adelantado

3★

Declared a National Monument in 1907, this monastery is set on the banks of the River Sella. Restaurant, parking, lift. 64 rooms.

Enclosed in 9th century fortifications with a 2nd century Minyona tower and an 11th century Church. Gym, restaurant, lift. 51 rooms.

Moulded by a variety of civilisations, this fortress has views of the river Corbones. Swimming pool, restaurant, parking, lift. 63 rooms.

High up in the heart of the Cazorla Nature Reserve, offering panoramic views. Swimming pool, restaurant, parking. 35 rooms. Opens 8 Feb.

£ Price per person per night from £91 Bilbao (235 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £91 Barcelona (105 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £96 Seville (25 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £70 Granada (185 kms)

424

CERVERA DE PISUERGA Parador Fuentes Carrionas

3★

425

CHINCHÓN Parador de Chinchón

4★

426

CIUDAD RODRIGO Parador Enrique II

4★

427

Spain

Parador de Gondomar

CÓRDOBA Parador La Arruzafa

4★

Forms part of the Fuentes Carrionas Reserve, with views of the Picos de Europa and the Ruesga reservoir. Restaurant, parking, lift. 80 rooms.

A former Augustinian convent, founded by the Lords of Chinchón in the 17th century. Swimming pool, restaurant, parking. 38 rooms.

A castle set on the river Águeda, ideally positioned for admiring the landscapes of the Campo Charro. Restaurant, parking. 35 rooms.

Home to the first palm trees planted in Europe, with views over the city of the caliphs. Swimming pool, restaurant, parking, lift. 94 rooms.

£ One night from £70 Valladolid (180 kms)

£ One night from £91 Madrid (50 kms)

£ One night from £87 Valladolid (215 kms)

£ One night from £87 Seville (135 kms)

Spain

428

4★

429

EL FERROL Parador de El Ferrol

3★

430

EL SALER Parador Luis Vives

4★

431

FUENTE DÉ Parador Rió Deva

3★

The former Dominican convent of San Pablo overlooks the Huécar Gorge. Swimming pool, gym, restaurant, parking, lift. 63 rooms.

A Galician mansion-style property with nautical decoration, set in the centre of this seafaring city. Restaurant, lift. 37 rooms.

Set by the sea with an 18-hole golf course and spacious rooms. Swimming pool, gym, restaurant, parking, lift. 58 rooms.

Set on the foothills of the Picos de Europa near the Áliva viewpoint cable car. Restaurant, parking, lift. 78 rooms. Opens 3 Feb.

£ Price per person per night from £91 Madrid (165 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £80 Santiago de Compostela (95 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £125 Valencia (20 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £70 Bilbao (225 kms)

432

GIJÓN Parador Molino Viejo

4★

433

GRANADA Parador San Francisco

4★

434

GREDOS Parador de Gredos

3★

435

GUADALUPE Parador Zurbarán

4★

Occupying a one hundred year old mill in the Isabel La Católica Park, close to San Lorenzo beach. Restaurant, parking, lift. 40 rooms.

This 15th century former convent, set in the gardens of the Alhambra, is dreamlike in its design. Restaurant, parking. 36 rooms.

Overlooking the Tormes valley, the Gredos massif and the Piedrahita and Béjar mountain ranges. Restaurant, parking, lift. 74 rooms.

A 15th century building, formerly the Hospital of St John the Baptist. Swimming pool, restaurant, parking, lift. 41 rooms.

£ Price per person per night from £87 Bilbao (275 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £166 Granada (20 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £70 Madrid (185 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £80 Madrid (260 kms)

436

HONDARRIBIA Parador El Emperador

4★

437

JAÉN Parador Castillo de Santa Catalina 4★

438

JARANDILLA DE LA VERA Parador Carlos V

4★

439

JÁVEA Parador Costa Blanca

4★

A beautiful castle, founded by the Navarrese king Sancho Abarca in the 10th century, in a coastal setting. Parking, lift. 36 rooms.

A 13th century Arabic fortress in a privileged location on Santa Catalina Hill. 45 rooms. Swimming pool, restaurant, parking, lift. 45 rooms.

A 15th century Castle-Palace set among ravines, natural pools, chestnut and oak forests. Swimming pool, restaurant, parking. 53 rooms.

To the north of the Costa Blanca, set in lovely gardens and ideal for watersports. Swimming pool, gym, restaurant, parking, lift. 70 rooms.

£ Price per person per night from £109 Bilbao (120 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £91 Granada (95 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £80 Madrid (235 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £96 f Obligatory HB 16 Jul-10 Sep Alicante (100 kms)

481

CUENCA Parador de Cuenca

LA GRANJA Parador de la Granja

4★

440

LEÓN Parador Hostal San Marcos

5★

478

LERMA Parador de Palacio Ducal de Lerma 4★

482

LIMPIAS Parador de Palacio de Eguilior 4★

A new parador, housed in the 18th century Casa de los Infantes and the Cuartel de Corps buildings. Swimming pool, restaurant, lift. 128 rooms.

A ‘living museum’, construction of the Monastery of San Marcos began in the 16th century. Restaurant, parking, lift. 226 rooms.

The Ducal Palace was constructed between 1601 and 1617 at the highest point of the town. Swimming pool, restaurant, parking. 70 rooms.

Located on the grounds of the summer home of the council of Alfonso XIII. Swimming pool, gym, restaurant, parking, lift. 66 rooms.

£ Price per person per night from £96 Madrid (110 kms)

£ Price per person per night from£115 Valladolid (135 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £96 Valladolid (120 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £91 Bilbao (65 kms)

441

MÁLAGA GIBRALFARO 4★

442

MÁLAGA GOLF Parador del Golf

4★

443

MANZANARES Parador de Manzanares 3★

444

MAZAGÓN Parador Cristóbal Colón 4★

Built next to the Gibralfaro castle, Málaga can be easily reached from this location. Swimming pool, restaurant, parking, lift. 38 rooms.

Set by the sea, with a golf course, the Andalucian atmosphere is really captured here. Swimming pool, restaurant, parking. 60 rooms.

Set between three of the most beautiful nature reserves in the country. Swimming pool, restaurant, parking, lift. 50 rooms.

Situated on the beach in the Doñana Environment Nature Reserve. Swimming pool, gym, restaurant, parking. 63 rooms.

£ Price per person per night from £96 Málaga (10 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £96 f Obligatory HB 29 Jul-28 Aug Málaga (3 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £70 Madrid (190 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £91 Seville (110 kms)

445

MÉRIDA Parador Via de la Plata

4★

446

MOJÁCAR Parador Reyes Catolicós 4★

479

MONFORTE DE LEMOS Parador Monasterio San Vicente Do Pino 4★

447

NERJA Parador de Nerja

4★

A former 18th century convent, installed on the remains of a temple. Swimming pool, gym, restaurant, parking, lift. 82 rooms.

Recently refurbished, this parador is set on the beaches of Mojácar, with views over the Mediterranean. Swimming pool, restaurant, parking. 98 rooms.

Set in a 17th century monastery and the Condes de Lemos Palace. Swimming pool, gym, restaurant, parking. 50 rooms. Opens 16 Feb.

Set on a cliff with a splendid garden and an original panoramic lift down to the beach. Swimming pool, restaurant, parking, lift. 98 rooms.

£ Price per person per night from £87 Seville (200 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £80 Almeria (75 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £80 Santiago de Compostela (130 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £91 f Obligatory HB 29 Jul-28 Aug Málaga (65 kms)

448

OLITE Parador Príncipe de Viana 3★

449

OROPESA Parador Virrey Toledo

4★

483

PLASENCIA Parador de Plasencia

4★

450

PONTEVEDRA Parador Casa del Barón 4★

Occupying one of the wings of a 15th century palace-castle and declared a National Monument. Restaurant, lift. 43 rooms.

A 14th century castle-palace offering views of the Gredos mountain range. Swimming pool, restaurant, parking, lift. 48 rooms.

Located in the former Convent of Santo Domingo, founded in the 15th century. Swimming pool, gym, restaurant, parking, lift. 66 rooms.

A 16th century Renaissance palace, offering stately architecture, regal staircases and noble furnishings. Restaurant, parking, lift. 47 rooms.

£ Price per person per night from £87 Bilbao (215 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £80 Madrid (170 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £96 Madrid (260 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £80 Santiago de Compostela (75 kms)

451

PUEBLA DE SANABRIA Parador de Sanabria

3★

452

PUERTO LUMBRERAS Parador Puerto Lumbreras 3★

453

RIBADEO Parador de Ribadeo

4★

454

Spain

Parador de Gibralfaro

RONDA Parador de Ronda

4★

Set on the border with Portugal, just 12 km from the largest lake in Spain of glacial origin. Restaurant, parking, lift. 44 rooms.

Set in well-kept gardens and an ideal spot from which to discover Murcia or Andalucia. Swimming pool, restaurant, parking, lift. 60 rooms.

A large Galician house with views of the Eo estuary and the small Asturian villages on the other shore. Restaurant, parking, lift. 46 rooms.

Built in 1761 this building has views of the Tagus in a gorge some 120 metres deep. Swimming pool, restaurant, parking, lift. 78 rooms.

£ Price per person per night from £70 Valladolid (175 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £70 Almeria (120 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £80 Santiago de Compostela (160 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £96 Málaga (110 kms)

Spain

455

4★

456

SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA Hostal dos Reis Católicos 5★

457

SANTILLANA DEL MAR Parador Gil Blas

4★

457A

SANTILLANA DEL MAR Parador de Santillana

3★

Set on the river Tormes, with views of the monumental quarter of the city. Swimming pool, gym, restaurant, parking, lift. 110 rooms.

Built in 1499 next to the Cathedral, this ex-Royal Hospital is considered to be the oldest hotel in the world. Restaurant, parking, lift. 137 rooms.

Installed in the Barreda-Bracho ancestral home in this town whose origins date back to the 8th century. Restaurant, parking, lift. 28 rooms.

A simple manor house which blends in perfectly with its surroundings. Restaurant in Parador Gil Blas. Parking, lift. 28 rooms.

£ Price per person per night from £91 Valladolid (125 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £132 Santiago de Compostela (15 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £96 Bilbao (125 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £87 Bilbao (125 kms)

458

SANTO DOMINGO DE LA CALZADA Parador Santo Domingo de la Calzada 4★

458A

SANTO DOMINGO DE LA CALZADA Parador de Santo Domingo Bernardo de Fresneda 4★

480

SANTO ESTEVO (LUINTRA) Parador Monasterio de San Estevo 4★

459

SEGOVIA Parador de Segovia

4★

A former 12th century hospital, which sheltered the pilgrims on the Road to Santiago. Gym, restaurant, parking, lift. 61 rooms.

Set in the former Convent of San Francisco, close to the historical centre of this fascinating town. Restaurant, parking, lift. 47 rooms. Opens 3 Mar.

In a beautiful position, this 6th century Benedictine Monastery sits where the Miño and Sil rivers meet. Restaurant, parking. 76 rooms. Opens 16 Feb.

Considered to offer the best view of World Heritage Site, Segovia. Swimming pool, gym, restaurant, parking, lift. 113 rooms.

£ Price per person per night from £91 Bilbao (120 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £80 Bilbao (120 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £91 Santiago de Compostela (135 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £91 Madrid (110 kms)

460

SEU D’URGELL Parador de la Seu d’Urgell 3★

461

SIGÜENZA Parador Castillo de Sigüenza 4★

462

SORIA Parador Antonio Machado

4★

463

SOS DEL REY CATÓLICO Parador Fernando de Aragón 4★

Located next to the Romanesque Cathedral, near the river Segre. Swimming pool, gym, restaurant, parking, lift. 79 rooms.

Construction began on this castle in 1123 and it was the residence of bishops, cardinals and kings. Restaurant, parking, lift. 80 rooms.

Offering wonderful views of the Iberian Mountain Range and the Duero River. Swimming pool, restaurant, parking, lift. 67 rooms.

An elegant building of Aragonese character, situated in this HistoricalArtistic area. Restaurant, parking, lift. 66 rooms. Opens 14 Feb.

£ Price per person per night from £80 Barcelona (185 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £87 Madrid (125 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £91 Madrid (225 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £80 Bilbao (230 kms)

464

SALAMANCA Parador de Salamanca

TERUEL Parador de Teruel

3★

465

TOLEDO Parador Conde de Orgaz 4★

466

TORDESILLAS Parador de Tordesillas

4★

467

TORTOSA Parador Castillo de la Zuda 4★

A small Mudejar inspired palace set on the outskirts of this monumental historical city. Swimming pool, restaurant, parking, lift. 60 rooms.

Offering a panoramic view of Toledo, including its Cathedral, synagogues and Alcázar. Swimming pool, restaurant, parking, lift. 76 rooms.

An ancestral home, set in a well-kept garden amidst a beautiful pine grove. Swimming pool, gym, restaurant, parking, lift. 68 rooms.

An impressive 10th century castle, with the Beceite mountains as its backdrop. Swimming pool, restaurant, parking, lift. 72 rooms.

£ Price per person per night from £70 Valencia (145 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £96 Madrid (90 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £80 Valladolid (35 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £80 Reus (85 kms)

468

TRUJILLO 4★

469

TUI Parador San Telmo

4★

470

ÚBEDA Parador Condestable Dávalos 4★

471

VERÍN Parador Monterrei

3★

A peaceful 16th century former convent, set in ‘the birthplace of discoverers’. Swimming pool, restaurant, parking. 48 rooms.

A granite walled building, on the border with Portugal, set amongst mountains and rivers. Swimming pool, restaurant, parking, lift. 28 rooms.

A former palace built in the 16th century, which belonged to the dean of the Sacred chapel of El Salvador. Restaurant. 35 rooms.

Located opposite the Monterrei fortress, with panoramic views of the castle. Swimming pool, restaurant, parking, lift. 22 rooms. Opens 3 Feb.

£ Price per person per night from £87 Madrid (270 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £80 Santiago de Compostela (125 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £96 Granada (125 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £70 Santiago de Compostela (180 kms)

472

VIC Parador de Vic-Sau

4★

473

VIELHA Parador Valle d’Arán

4★

474

VILLAFRANCA DEL BIERZO Parador Villafranca del Bierzo 4★

475

VILALBA Parador Condes Vilalba

4★

Overlooking the Guillerías mountains and the Sau reservoir, with easy access to Barcelona. Swimming pool, restaurant, parking, lift. 34 rooms.

Set in the Pyrénées, this parador offers spectacular views and is a must for nature lovers. Swimming pool, spa, restaurant, parking, lift. 94 rooms.

Overlooking the outhern slopes of the Ancares Mountains and the Piedrahita del Cebreiro pass. Swimming pool, restaurant, parking, lift. 51 rooms.

Set in the old quarter of Vilalba, next to Santa María church, this tower dominates the local landscape. Gym, restaurant, parking, lift. 48 rooms.

£ Price per person per night from £87 Girona (55 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £96 Barcelona (315 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £70 Santiago de Compostela (190 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £80 Santiago de Compostela (90 kms)

476

ZAFRA Parador Hernán Cortés

4★

477

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Parador de Trujillo

ZAMORA Parador Condes de Alba y Aliste 4★

The construction of this castle began in 1437 and it was home to the Spanish Dukes of Feria. Swimming pool, restaurant, lift. 48 rooms.

Built on the site of a former Roman fortress in the middle of the 15th century. Swimming pool, restaurant, parking, lift. 46 rooms.

£ Price per person per night from £87 Seville (145 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £87 Valladolid (105 kms)

We feature the complete range of Paradors in Spain. Our prices per person per night are based on a standard room including breakfast. Superior rooms and suites can be reserved at most properties - we shall be happy to quote the supplement payable. Optional pre-bookable half board is available at all Paradors. At certain properties, usually those by the sea, there is obligatory half board during peak summer months. Call our Reservations line for details and half board rates. We can make reservations for the Parador ‘Golden Days’ 2011 Promotion which gives generous room rate discounts to clients age 55 upwards. Our car touring expertise is second to none and we can create a holiday featuring hotels and Paradors to your exact requirements. Alternatively, why not ask us to quote for one of the Parador ‘Routes of Spain’ special touring holidays: Green Spain, Pyrenées Route, Royal Palaces, White Towns. Roman Andalusia, Silver Route and Royal Monasteries. We can give immediate confirmation of availability at any of the 86 Paradors featured.

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Vila Domilu

Martinhal Beach Resort & Hotel

Carvoeiro

Sagres Sagres

A small resort in Moorish style set in a series of low-level buildings with attractive views surrounded by beautiful subtropical gardens. The hotel offers a complimentary shuttle to the local golf courses in Carvoeiro and to the beach during summer months.

All the sumptuous, air-conditioned bedrooms are equipped with telephone, satellite television, WiFi and ipod docking stations. The villas and houses offer more family-friendly accommodation to an extremely high standard and many have private pools.

The stylish, air-conditioned bedrooms each have a private balcony or terrace and all modern amenities including telephone, safe, satellite television and wireless Internet connection. Suites are complete with jacuzzi. A Nau Portuguese restaurant with terrace. Ossonoba Bar with live entertainment and Thetis lobby bar for afternoon tea.

Gourmet restaurant O Terraço, cocktail bar, lounge and terrace with stunning ocean views. As Dunas informal restaurant, Os Gambozinhos bistro. Gym, bicycle hire, tennis, paddle tennis, football & watersports. Clubs and facilities for children and teenagers.

Low season:

3 nights from £369 7 nights from £659

High season:

3 nights from £615 7 nights from £1119

Guide price per person sharing beach room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

Carvoeiro

Situated in a stunning position overlooking Martinhal Beach and set within a protected national park, this resort provides everything for a relaxing holiday. The Finisterra Spa offers a wide range of treatments and there are numerous golf courses nearby.

38 rooms, 68 villas & 142 houses

Library. Two outdoor swimming pools, plus pool for children (all sea water). Tennis court. Spa Do Milreu with indoor sea water pool, jacuzzi, sauna and good range of treatments. Babysitting on request.

32 rooms

Lift in main building

Lift

Open all year

Open 5 Mar onwards

Transfer time 75 mins (Faro)

Transfer time 40 mins (Faro)

Low season:

3 nights from £265 7 nights from £409

High season:

3 nights from £469 7 nights from £825

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

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Convento do Espinheiro Evora Overlooking the walled city of Evora, this 15th century Monastery is now a comfortable hotel. Air-conditioned bedrooms offer LCD television, telephone, internet access, safe and minibar. Divinus restaurant, set in the impressive former wine cellar, Claustrus restaurant, Pulpitus bar, wine bar. Outdoor swimming pool, playground, pool and club for children, tennis and paddle courts. Spa with indoor swimming pool, fitness rooms, jacuzzi, sauna and treatment rooms. Complimentary transport into the city centre. Low season: High season:

3 nights from £309 7 nights from £599

92 rooms

3 nights from £449 7 nights from £839

Open all year

Guide price per person sharing deluxe room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

Lifts Transfer time 95 mins (Lisbon)

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Aquafalls Spa Hotel

Douro 41 Evora

Raiva

This striking new hotel, designed by Joao Pedro Serodio, is set into the banks of the Douro River and resembles the valley in its architecture. Relax in the tranquil, contemporary interior whilst enjoying stunning river views. The beautifully designed, air-conditioned bedrooms have direct-dial telephone, satellite television, minibar and safe. Wifi throughout hotel. Gourmet D Restaurant specialising in traditional regional food. Bar, wine shop. Outdoor swimming pool. Bamboo Garden Spa with indoor pool, jacuzzi, sauna, gym and treatment rooms. Private marina with possibilities for water-skiing, jet-skiing and canoeing. For the more energetic, fishing, rafting and hydrospeed are available at nearby Rio Paiva.

Viera do Minho Surrounded by nature, Aquafalls blends harmoniously with its landscape with no distractions but the sound of the waterfall which gives the hotel its name. The main building houses the extensive spa with a wide range of high quality services, treatments and programmes, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, sauna, gym and yoga room. The spacious air-conditioned suites, all with terrace, are set in a series of bungalows along the hillside. All have fridge, safe and digital television and bathrooms are equipped with separate bath and shower. Restaurant Splendid, also offering spa menus. Bar with snack menu. Tennis court, minigolf. Small play area for children.

Low season:

3 nights from £325 7 nights from £649

41 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £475 7 nights from £899

Lift

Open all year

Transfer time 75 mins (Lisbon)

Transfer time 80 mins (Lisbon)

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

24 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £439 7 nights from £949

High season:

3 nights from £715 7 nights from £1445

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

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Fortaleza do Guincho

Hotel Palácio

Estrada do Guincho

Estoril

In a commanding position alongside the Atlantic ocean, this enchanting hotel is certainly unique. Formerly a 17th century fortress, it stands in the SintraCascais Natural Park, on a rugged coastline at the most western point of Europe. It overlooks Guincho Beach and is close to wide stretches of sand dunes.

A dignified landmark standing in majestic splendour facing acres of gardens stretching to the edge of the Atlantic ocean. Much loved by European Royalty, this famous hotel continues to be the epitome of timeless elegance and luxury.

All the bedrooms have breathtaking sea views, telephone, satellite television, Internet connection, safe and minibar. Comfortable lounge, Club bar and a winter garden set in an ancient cloister. The highly acclaimed restaurant draws inspiration from regional French and Portuguese culinary traditions.

The famous bar was a notorious hive of espionage during the Second World War and was used in a James Bond movie. Lounges. The Four Seasons Restaurant & Grill offers traditional Portuguese and international cuisine. All the bedrooms and suites are exemplary examples of comfort and style with air-conditioning, satellite television and minibar.

Ideally situated for visiting glamorous Estoril and historic Sintra. The hotel can advise on local places of interest and courtesy transport into Cascais is also available. Nearby activities include kite and wind surfing, golf, tennis, horse riding, health and racquet club and Spa.

Attractive covered drinks verandah. Fine swimming pool and sun terraces. Sauna. Beauty Centre with massage and treatments. The golf course, designed by Mackenzie Ross, offering nine and 18-hole play, is just a kilometre away. The hotel is adjacent to superb beaches, tennis club and the international Casino.

Low season:

3 nights from £369 7 nights from £679

27 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £549 7 nights from £1019

No lift

Lift

Open all year

Transfer time 40 mins (Lisbon)

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

162 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £429 7 nights from £615

High season:

3 nights from £535 7 nights from £889

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

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Hotel Albatroz

Hotel Cascais Miragem

Cascais

Cascais Set in a privileged position overlooking the Atlantic ocean, between the beaches of Estoril and the historical centre of Cascais. This hotel is one of the most modern on the Estoril coast and incorporates grand public areas which house a large collection of Portuguese and international art.

This former 19th century Palace is considered by many to be the finest hotel on the Lisbon coast. It occupies a privileged position by the ocean in this favoured resort. Air-conditioned throughout. Individually decorated bedrooms and suites with satellite television and minibar.

All the generous, air-conditioned bedrooms have television, minibar and bathroom with bath and separate shower. Most have balcony or terrace and seaview.

Panoramic restaurant, lounges, bar with attractive outside verandah with fine coastal views. Salt water swimming pool, extensive sun terraces and a sea bathing platform with boat service.

Three bars, one of which looks out over the sea from the 6th floor. Gourmet Restaurant offering à la carte Portuguese cuisine whilst enjoying spectacular views. Alternative dining at Oàsis and Cascais Restaurants. Heated outdoor swimming pool with panoramic views over the coastline, Estoril and Cascais marina. Solarium, jacuzzi. Babysitting on request.

Cascais is the largest and richest leisure area in Portugal and was chosen in 1870 by the Portuguese Royal Family for their summer residence. Hotel Albatroz is ideally situated for making use of the entertainment and sports facilities offered in the surrounding area and the Serra de Sintra, where one can discover thousands of species of plants, is only a short drive away.

Low season:

3 nights from £379 7 nights from £699

192 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £499 7 nights from £925

Lifts

Lift

Open all year

Transfer time 40 mins (Lisbon)

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

53 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £429 7 nights from £825

High season:

3 nights from £559 7 nights from £1055

Guide price per person sharing city view room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

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Hotel Lapa Palace

Hotel Lisboa Plaza

Lisbon

Lisbon A striking modern hotel in the heart of the city. The beautiful interior has been created by one of Portugal’s famous designers. Air-conditioned rooms with satellite television, minibar and marble bathroom. Restaurant and cocktail bar. Parking.

This is a truly opulent property set in lush gardens overlooking the Tagus River and the City. Large bedrooms, magnificent lounges and cocktail bar. Gastronomic Mediterranean restaurant. Swimming pool in the gardens. Elemis Spa with indoor heated pool, sauna, steam bath, gym and wide range of treatments. Parking.

Low season:

3 nights from £275 Extra nights from £55

112 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £325 Extra nights from £59

Lift

Lifts

Open all year

Transfer time 20 mins (Lisbon)

Transfer time 25 mins Lisbon

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

109 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £569 Extra nights from £154

High season:

3 nights from £669 Extra nights from £175

Guide price per person sharing pool or garden room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

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Four Seasons Hotel The Ritz

Hotel Tivoli Lisboa

Lisbon

Lisbon This first class hotel is ideally placed within easy reach of all the city attractions. Air-conditioned bedrooms with satellite television, video and minibar. Two restaurants, piano bar. Heated swimming pool, sun terraces and bar. Gym. Indoor garage and parking. Low season:

3 nights from £385 Extra nights from £89

30 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £459 Extra nights from £105

No lift

Lift

Open all year

Transfer time 45 mins (Lisbon)

Transfer time 20 mins (Lisbon)

Guide price per person sharing classic room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

This landmark hotel is elegant, comfortable and superbly located by the Eduardo VII Park, enjoying fine views. Luxuriously appointed bedrooms with satellite television and movies, minibar and marble bathroom. Famous restaurant, cocktail bar, lobby lounge. Indoor swimming pool. Fitness Centre. Garage.

112 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £645 Extra nights from £179

High season:

3 nights from £699 Extra nights from £189

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

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Hotel Tivoli Sintra Sintra

Tiara Park Atlantic Porto

Sintra

An excellent modern hotel facing the Royal Summer Palace and enjoying sweeping views of the countryside as far as the distant sea. Most bedrooms have their own verandah, satellite television, minibar. Large restaurant, lounge bar. Garage and parking.

This exclusive and sophisticated hotel is a tranquil base in the heart of bustling Porto. The elegant and well-presented bedrooms have LCD television, CD player, Internet connection, minibar and safe. Contemporary restaurant and bar Poivron Rouge. Parking.

Low season:

3 nights from £289 Extra nights from £49

77 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £359 Extra nights from £59

Lifts

Open all year

Transfer time 45 mins (Lisbon

Transfer time 25 mins (Porto)

Guide price per person sharing village view room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

232 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £265 Extra nights from £58

High season:

3 nights from £325 Extra nights from £65

Guide price per person sharing deluxe room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

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Hotel Infante de Sagres

Tivoli Palacio de Seteais

Porto

Sintra Surrounded by lawned gardens, this former 18th century palace is exquisite with its baroque furniture, crystal chandeliers and fine tapestry wall hangings. Well appointed bedrooms with satellite television and minibar. Restaurant. Terrace bar overlooking the gardens. Swimming pool, tennis court. Parking.

A traditional property located in the historical centre of Porto, and described as one of the finest luxury hotels in Europe. The air-conditioned bedrooms offer satellite television and minibar. Dona Filipa restaurant with patio for outside dining. Sunbathing terrace. Public parking nearby. Parking.

Low season:

3 nights from £485 Extra nights from £115

30 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £549 Extra nights from £125

No lift

Lifts

Open all year

Transfer time 45 mins (Lisbon)

Transfer time 25 mins (Porto)

Guide price per person sharing collection room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

74 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £355 Extra nights from £70

High season:

3 nights from £435 Extra nights from £85

Guide price per person sharing classic room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

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Quinta das Lagrimas

Vintage House Hotel

Coimbra

Pinhão

Coimbra A lovely hotel renovated from a 19th century mansion. The quiet interior has a mixture of classic furniture and antiques. The unique micro-climate grounds, with rare trees and historic springs, rival the best in the country. It is a welcoming retreat after exploring the university city of Coimbra.

This famous hotel stands directly on the banks of the Douro in a small village overlooking the vineyards. Formerly a Quinta owned by a world-famous Port Wine House and part of an 18th century estate, it is a very civilised base for exploration of the region.

Traditional palace rooms, garden rooms with direct access to the grounds and modern spa rooms, all of which are air-conditioned and have telephone, safe, minibar & satellite television. Michelin star restaurant Arcadas da Capela specialising in traditional regional ingredients.

The comfortable air-conditioned bedrooms all have a balcony or terrace with views across the river to the vine terraces. They are complete with telephone, safe and satellite television. Excellent restaurant Rabelo serving local dishes and international cuisine with good wine list.

Quiet interconnecting lounges. Bar. Swimming pool. Golf academy with 9 hole pitch and putt course, driving range, putting and chipping greens and club house with indoor training room. Spa with indoor pool, fitness room, Turkish bath, sauna and treatment rooms.

Lounge, bar and library bar with wine tasting and workshops. Attractive outdoor swimming pool with sun terraces. Tennis court. The hotel offers guided tours of local wine producing Quintas and there are train tours along the river from the village rail station.

Low season:

3 nights from £319 Extra nights from £75

38 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £449 Extra nights from £105

Service lift

Lift

Open all year

Transfer time 95 mins (Porto)

Transfer time 110 mins (Porto)

Guide price per person sharing garden room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

43 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £275 Extra nights from £60

High season:

3 nights from £449 Extra nights from £105

Guide price per person sharing standard room/balcony/river view with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

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Palace do Bussaco Bussaco Located in an historic building set in a 250 acre forest, this hotel is converted from a 19th century palace used as a hunting lodge by the last Portuguese kings. The rooms are decorated in different styles and all have a telephone and satellite television. The exterior decoration is eccentrically carved, while the interior is richly Baronial and elegant. Celebrated restaurant with an opportunity to sample the famous Bussaco wines. Low season: High season:

3 nights from £245 Extra nights from £50

64 rooms

3 nights from £379 Extra nights from £83

Open all year

Guide price per person sharing classic room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

Lift Transfer time 95 mins (Porto)

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Bussaco

Hotel Convento de São Paulo Nr Estremoz

Hotel Lamego Lamego

Estremoz

This special hotel has been beautifully converted from a 12th century convent with numerous historical connections. High up in a private estate, surrounded by vast gardens with feature Florentine fountains, the panoramic views are marvellous. Visit Estremoz, Évora and the Alentejo countryside, or simply relax in the peace of this exceptional hotel.

Ideally placed to explore the Douro Valley with its terraced hillsides and port wine producing Quintas. This modern hotel is located within a gated development which also comprises a manor house, gardens, swimming pool, tennis court, orchard and vineyard. It enjoys panoramic views over the vine terraces and lovely countryside.

All the air-conditioned bedrooms are individually decorated and have telephone and satellite television. Restaurant O Eremita offering regional and international dishes using local produce where possible. A Cascata bar. Two swimming pools with bar service. Tennis court. Mountain bikes are available to best appreciate the vast grounds.

Comfortable air-conditioned bedrooms with minibar, telephone, satellite television and WiFi. Vista Alegre restaurant with panoramic view over the valley. Spacious bar. Heated outdoor swimming pool. Health Club with indoor heated pool, fitness room, squash court, sauna, jacuzzi, Turkish bath, Scottish bath and massage.

Low season:

3 nights from £335 Extra nights from £79

32 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £445 Extra nights from £105

Lift

Open all year

Transfer time 125 mins (Lisbon)

Transfer time 95 mins (Porto)

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

93 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £245 Extra nights from £52

High season:

3 nights from £389 Extra nights from £86

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

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Quinta da Alcaidaria-Mor

Horta da Moura Hotel

Fatima

Monsaraz

Fatima

Monsaraz

This beautiful and very well furnished house dates back to the 17th century and is set in the rolling countryside seven miles from Fatima. The house has been completely restored but retains its original character. A tiny chapel in the grounds is more than 600 years old.

A beautifully restored farmhouse style hotel surrounded by rolling plains alongside the Spanish border. The property is a short distance from the medieval Monsaraz Castle from which one can enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding area. This is rural tourism at its finest.

There are four individually decorated bedrooms, each with sitting area. Additionally, there are four houses with living room, kitchenette and terrace; two of these have two bedrooms. Snooker room with honesty bar. Dinner can be arranged on a request basis.

Decorated and furnished in traditional Alentejan style, the comfortable bedrooms and suites are air-conditioned and have minibar, telephone and satellite television. Some have a balcony. WiFi. Local cuisine and wines are a feature of the dining room.

Lovely swimming pool set in the grounds. The surrounding area lends itself to walking and there are bicycles for guests to use. Horse riding can be arranged locally. This is a very historic part of Portugal and visits to Fatima, Ourem, Batalha and Tomar are recommended.

Lounge, games room with billiards table. Lovely gardens and terrace. Good size swimming pool, tennis court. The nearby horse-riding centre enables one to explore the countryside on horseback or in a horse drawn carriage. Alternatively, hire a bicycle or enjoy a walk.

Low season:

3 nights from £259 Extra nights from £55

8 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £409 Extra nights from £89

No lift

Open all year

Transfer time 80 mins (Lisbon)

Transfer time 150 mins (Lisbon)

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

26 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £245 7 nights from £49

High season:

3 nights from £349 7 nights from £75

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

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Albergaria Rainha Santa Isabel

Miranda do Douro

Estalagem Santa Catarina Miranda do Douro

Obidos

Óbidos

An attractive little inn located on a cobbled lane in this pretty and extremely historic village. Simply furnished but comfortable, air-conditioned bedrooms with television. Lounge. Bar. Only breakfast is served but the local Pousada restaurant is just two minutes walk away. The medieval town of Obidos has barely changed for centuries. Picturesque white houses jostle for space on little cobbled streets. The castle overlooks the town, which is still surrounded by the well-preserved wall, with round towers and bastions. The beautiful architecture of various chapels and churches can be admired and there is a museum. Try a traditional fish stew in one of the town’s restaurants, with a glass of local wine or the sweet spirit Ginja. If you wish to venture further, Lisbon and it’s coast can be easily reached by car.

Located at the edge of the Douro river gorge on the borders of Spain, this is one of the most carefully protected regions of Portugal where local traditions and dialect are fiercely preserved. The property stands on high ground with glorious views in the midst of lovely countryside. All the air-conditioned bedrooms have telephone, minibar, satellite television and a private balcony with views over the river. These views can also be enjoyed from the lounge, bar and restaurant, which is decorated with paintings by a local artists and specialises in Mirandesa beef. The hotel has a selection of table games for guests to play. The historic town centre of Miranda do Douro is interesting or visitors can take a walk alongside the Douro river. Pursuits which can be undertaken in the surrounding area include hunting, fishing, sailing, cycling, trekking and canoeing.

Low season:

3 nights from £256 Extra nights from £50

20 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £362 Extra nights from £76

Lift

No lift

Open 16 Mar onwards

Open all year

Transfer time 60 mins (Lisbon)

Transfer time 250 mins (Porto)

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

12 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £279 Extra nights from £65

High season:

3 nights from £395 Extra nights from £89

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

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Caso Sto. Antonio de Britiande

Vila Duparchy

Lamego

Luso

Lamego This small and very intimate house is an ideal base for exploration of the vineyards and terraces along the Douro River. As with many Portuguese houses, it has a small chapel in the garden which dates back to 1680 and Mass is still held on Sundays for the local residents.

A beautiful 19th century manor house located on a hillside with wonderful views. Enter through the old gates and up a winding tree-lined driveway. The house was built by a French General in the Napoleonic wars. It has a beautiful garden surrounded by a small private forest.

Bedrooms are individually and attractively furnished. Guests have direct access to the garden through a private sitting room. The swimming pool is surrounded by a lavender garden. Dinner can be arranged on a request basis - local specialities include bread pies, sausages and lamb.

The bedrooms are full of old world charm and furnished with antiques whilst, at the same time, offering modern facilities. Lounges, dining room. Conservatory with views out to the garden and the lovely swimming pool. Dinner can be arranged on a request basis.

Bicycles are available to explore the local area. Visit Lamego with its castle and surrounding wall, 12th century Cathedral, chapels and museums. Britiande is renowned for the production of musical instruments, a selection of which are on display. This is a little gem in the Douro valley.

Luso is an attractive spa town on the edge of the lovely Bussaco forest, with over 700 species of trees. Guests can easily visit Coimbra by car and, on the way, discover small white villages nestled on the hillsides. This is a most peaceful area in which to walk or relax.

Low season:

3 nights from £295 Extra nights from £65

6 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £389 Extra nights from £87

Open 11 Feb onwards

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

No lift Children under 12 not accepted Transfer time 95 mins (Porto)

6 rooms No lift

Low season:

3 nights from £245 Extra nights from £49

High season:

3 nights from £379 Extra nights from £79

Open all year Transfer time 85 mins (Porto)

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

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Quinta do Convento de Franqueira Barcelos This fine property dates back to the 16th century and is thought to have been built from stones taken from a nearby ruined medieval castle. It stands on a hillside in tranquil surroundings. Individually furnished bedrooms. The long drawing room sits above ancient cloisters. Colourful gardens. Spring fed swimming pool with 17th century fountain. Beautiful private grounds including a six hectare vineyard producing Vinho Verde wine. The Quinta serves breakfast only but nearby Barcelos (5 kms) has many restaurants and a famous Thursday market. Low season: High season:

3 nights from £299 Extra nights from £64

5 rooms

3 nights from £379 Extra nights from £82

Open 14 Apr-31 Oct

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

No lift Transfer time 40 mins (Porto)

Estalagem Casa d’Azurara

Estalagem Santo André

Barcelos

Povoa de Varzim

Viseu

Póvoa de Varzim

Located near Viseu, this manor house was built for a noble family in the 18th century. It is now a small comfortable hotel with a delightful atmosphere and high standards, whose main aim is to make each guest feel at home. The hotel is ideally located for exploring the scenic hilly countryside with its vine terraces, home of the well-known Dao wine.

Located two miles along the beach from Póvoa de Varzim, this 4 star Estalagem is in an unrivalled position on a broad sandy beach. Povoa de Varzim is famous for its casino and there is a golf course within easy reach of the hotel. Porto, Viana do Castelo, Braga, Barcelos and Guimaraes are all worth a visit and can be reached by car within half an hour.

The bedrooms are individually decorated and equipped with air-conditioning, telephone and satellite television. Restaurant As Camelias offering Portuguese dishes with good service and an excellent wine list. Terrace. 5000 square metres of lovely gardens traditionally designed and including a century-old Camellia Garden.

The bedrooms are simply furnished but are equipped with telephone, television and safe and each has a balcony with sea view. Restaurant, mainly serving Portuguese fish and meat dishes, with large lounge overlooking the beach. Lounge bar and television room. WiFi. Swimming pool with terrace located alongside the beach.

Low season:

3 nights from £295 Extra nights from £68

15 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £429 Extra nights from £98

Lift

No lift

Open all year

Transfer time 100 mins (Porto)

Transfer time 20 mins (Porto)

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

50 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £209 Extra nights from £38

High season:

3 nights from £375 Extra nights from £80

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

Portugal

Pousadas Ancient and historic

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Pousada D. Alfonso II

102

ALIJÓ Pousada do Barão de Forrester

104

Modern architecture

ALVITO Pousada do Castelo de Alvito

105

AMARANTE-MARÃO Pousada da São Gonçalo

Converted from a castle which overlooks the ancient village of Alcácer do Sal, this comfortable air-conditioned Pousada has views towards the River Sado. There is a swimming pool within its grounds.

A lovely air-conditioned Pousada located in the heart of the Douro Wine Region - the home of Port wine. Alijó is an old village near the lovely Douro river - cruises can be arranged locally. Parking, swimming pool and tennis court.

An excellent conversion from a 15th century castle which dominates the small village. With a beautifully restored air-conditioned interior, inner courtyard with cloister, crenellated outer walls and lovely gardens with a swimming pool, this Pousada is rather special.

The Pousada is set 4600 feet up on the Serra do Marão. Although the bedrooms are small, the views are exceptional from the first floor bar and restaurant and you can enjoy mountain walks.

£ Price per person per night from £59 Lisbon (90 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £51 Porto (145 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £59 Faro (190 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £51 Porto (70 kms)

106

ALCÁCER DO SAL

Character and local style

AMARES Pousada Sta Maria do Bouro

107

ARRAIOLOS Pousada Sra. da Assunção

109

BEJA Pousada de São Francisco

133

BELMONTE Pousada Convento do Belmonte

Rebuilt within the 12th century Cistercian monastery walls alongside a beautiful Church, the Pousada interior design is contemporary minimalist. The air-conditioned bedrooms have modern facilities. Swimming pool, tennis court. The Peneda-Gerês National Park is within easy reach.

Arraiolos is a typical Portuguese village perched on a hill overlooking the Alentejo plains and is dominated by its 14th century castle. The Pousada, converted from an ancient convent, is just outside the village in the open countryside. Swimming pool and tennis court.

In the former 13th century Franciscan convent in the heart of this historic Alentejo town, this is a most impressive air-conditioned Pousada offering magnificent cuisine. Parking, swimming pool and tennis court.

Created from a ruined convent with carefully preserved historical architecture including a 13th century chapel and an amphitheatre in the woodlands. This interesting pousada is situated on the slopes of Serra da Esperança close to Belmonte Castle, surrounded by magnificent scenery.

£ Price per person per night from £68 Porto (70 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £59 Lisbon (120 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £59 Faro (145 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £68 Porto (240 kms)

103

BRAGA

110

BRAGANÇA Pousada de São Bartolomeu

111

CANIÇADA-GERÉS Pousada de São Bento

115

CONDEXIA-A-NOVA Pousada Santa Cristina

The result of the restoration of a late 19th century palace, this is the ideal base from which to discover the lovely city of Braga and the fabulous Minho region. 26 rooms. Lounge, bar, gardens with swimming pool. Parking. Golf and tennis nearby.

A modern Pousada located within the walls of the former castle on the top of a hill of the Nogueira mountain range, offering superb views over the old walled town. Bragança is considered to be one of the most interesting medieval cities in Portugal. Swimming pool.

Situated high on an eucalyptus and pine covered mountainside, this Pousada, built in the alpine style of a hunting lodge, looks down on a lake and to the Peneda-Gerês National Park. It has a sun terrace with breathtaking views. Some of the small bedrooms have a balcony. Swimming pool, tennis court.

A newly constructed Pousada, built in the style of a mini-palace. It stands just outside the town and is a good base from which to visit the famous Roman ruins of Conímbriga and the surrounding area. Swimming pool and tennis court.

£ Price per person per night from £51 Porto (55 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £51 Porto (225 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £59 Porto (80 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £51 Lisbon (185 kms)

114

CRATO Pousada Flor da Rose

116

ELVAS Pousada de Santa Luzia

117

ESTREMOZ Pousada da Rainha Santa Isabel

118

ÉVORA Pousada dos Lóios

A castle, convent and a palace dating back to 1356 and built in different periods resulting in an architectural masterpiece of rare and beautiful harmony. The modern pousada is contained within the outer walls. Swimming pool.

This was the first Pousada. It is situated on a cross-roads on the edge of a town known for its 16th century Cathedral and an aqueduct. Its large restaurant is renowned for its famous Alentejo cuisine and appeals to Spaniards as well as Portuguese.

Converted from a 13th century castle, the first thing one notices are the fine antique furnishings. The high entrance lobby with a marble floor, pillars and vaulted ceiling leads to a large lounge. The bedrooms are comfortable and some have four poster beds. Fine views from the private garden. Swimming pool.

Converted from a 14th century monastery. The bedrooms were the monks’ cells and have hand-carved chestnut furniture. The restaurant is unusual in that the tables stretch out amongst the pillars surrounding an inner cloister with fountain. Full of antiques. Swimming pool.

£ Price per person per night from £68 Lisbon (215 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £51 Lisbon (205 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £59 Lisbon (170 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £68 Lisbon (130 kms)

112

FARO Pousada do Palácio de Estoi

119

GUIMARÃES Pousada de Sra Maria da Oliveira

120

GUIMARÃES Pousada de Santa Marinha

121

Portugal

Pousada São Vincente

MANTEIGAS Pousada de São Lourenço

Formerly a 19th century palace, owned by the viscount of Estoi and remaining in his family until 1987, set in four hectares with beautiful gardens and an ancient chapel. 63 air-conditioned rooms with views of the gardens. Restaurant, bar, swimming pool and spa.

In the centre of this historic town, traditionally known as the birthplace of the Portuguese nation. This stylish Pousada is converted from a 16th century manor house. The bedrooms are attractive, as is the restaurant which looks out over the medieval square.

A spectacular Pousada, set in a 17th century monastery on a hill overlooking Guimarães. Some bedrooms are converted from the monks' cells, others are more modern and have a small sitting area. Attractive restaurant with high pillars and arched ceilings. Tiled cloister and patio area each with fountain.

Situated on the slopes of Portugal’s highest mountain and in the Estrela National Park, this rustic Pousada is delightful. The interior is Alpine in style and the dining room is set around a central open fire. The small bedrooms are attractive and comfortable. Beautiful mountain scenery.

£ Price per person per night from £68 Faro (14 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £51 Porto (55 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £59 Porto (55 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £64 Porto (215 kms)

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MESÃO FRIO Pousada do Solar da Rede

126

MURTOSA-TORREIRA Pousada da Ria

127

ÓBIDOS Pousada do Castelo

A warm and inviting Pousada, partly converted from two ancient buildings, with comfortable accommodation and beamed ceilings. Marvão is a walled fortified village perched on a mountain peak, an important defence post. The dining room and bar have spectacular views for 60 miles into Spain.

Converted from a 19th century manor house and high up, overlooking the Douro River and vineyard terraces. Most bedrooms are in separate buildings dotted around a steep hillside and reached by minibus along a mountain track. Swimming pool, terrace and formal garden.

Located on an isthmus connecting two beaches, this air-conditioned Pousada is in an area of unique natural beauty. It overlooks the Aveiro river and fishing boats. Parking, swimming pool and tennis court.

The medieval walled town of Óbidos is almost dominated by its castle which houses the Pousada. The castle is filled with antiques and suits of armour. This is a place to sleep surrounded by history.

£ Price per person per night from £51 Lisbon (230 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £59 Porto (90 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £51 Porto (80 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £81 Lisbon (80 kms)

136

OURÉM Pousada Conde de Ourém

128

PALMELA Pousada do Castelo de Palmela

113

PORTO Pousada Freixo Palace Hotel

108

PROENÇA-A-NOVA Pousada das Amoras

The magnificent walled town of Ourém is near Fatima, one of Europe’s main pilgrimage destinations. The Pousada has been created from a cluster of medieval houses. Here one can relive the days of old while enjoying lovely views of the Seica River. Swimming pool.

Converted from a 15th century monastery, this Pousada has a regal air and enjoys a most impressive view. The interior is dominated by a white quadrangle with colonnades on all sides and glazed to give a cloister effect. The bedrooms are large and have sitting areas.

Dating from 1742, this baroque style palace has a fascinating history, grand salons and a wonderful terrace overlooking the Douro. It is a few minutes from central Porto. 87 airconditioned rooms with views to the river. Restaurant, bar, spa and gym.

A new pousada, built on the estate belonging to the Baptista Diniz family, adjacent to the palace. The property is named after the many blackberry bushes which grew here. 33 rooms, all with balcony. Restaurant, swimming pool, gym.

£ Price per person per night from £59 Lisbon (130 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £59 Lisbon (45 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £77 Porto (14 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £51 Lisbon (215 kms)

130

MARVÃO Pousada de Santa Maria

QUELUZ-LISBON

131

SAGRES

132

SANTA CLARA-A-VELHA Pousada de Santa Clara

138

SETÚBAL Pousada de São Filipe

Pousada de Dona Maria I

Pousada do Infante

Situated on the outskirts of Lisbon on the way to Sintra and converted from part of the Queluz Palace known as the “Portuguese Versailles” dating back to 1794. Meals, apart from breakfast, are taken in the famous Cozinha Velha restaurant within the palace building.

A building in Moorish style with white walls and red roof, the Pousada is set overlooking the cliffs near Cape St. Vincent, the southwest point of Europe. All the bedrooms have balconies and views of the sea. Comfortable lounge. Swimming pool set in a grassy terrace on the clifftops.

There are excellent views from this Pousada situated on high ground above the lake formed by a dam. The surrounding rolling countryside is attractive and ideal for walking. Bedrooms with fine views. Swimming pool.

Converted from the Governor's House which was built inside the fortress dating from 1590. Leave your car outside the fortress walls and enter through a narrow door and a long fairly steep stone passage. Enjoy lovely Atlantic sunsets from the fortress battlements.

£ Price per person per night from £59 Lisbon (12 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £51 Faro (115 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £51 Faro (120 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £59 Lisbon (50 kms)

137

TAVIRA

139

TORRÃO Pousada de Vale do Gaio

135

VALENÇA DO MINHO Pousada de São Teotónio

134

VIANA DO CASTELO Pousada do Monte de Sta. Luzia

Once the Convent of the Cloistered Augustinian Nuns, founded by King D. Sebastião around 1569, this Pousada stands on the castle hill on what is believed to have been the Jewish quarter.

This small Pousada in a countryside setting has gardens which slope down to a lake. This is a perfect place for resting, walking and fishing. A fine terrace overlooks the dam with unforgettable sunsets.

The Pousada built in 1962 is situated within the 13th century inner wall of Valença, which was fortified from medieval times and dates back to the Romans. One of the joys of this Pousada is the excellent view over the River Minho into Spain. It can be enjoyed from all the bedrooms.

The Pousada is in an excellent position high-up overlooking the basilica of Santa Luzia with distant views to the sea. The Pousada is bright and airy. The beaches of Viana are easily reached by car, but the hotel has a magnificent swimming pool and an excellent sun terrace on which to relax.

£ Price per person per night from £68 Faro (40 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £64 Lisbon (125 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £51 Porto (115 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £59 Porto (65 kms)

129

VILA POUCA DA BEIRA Pousada Convento do Desagravo

125

VILA VIÇOSA Pousada de Dom Joao IV

124

VISEU Pousada de Viseu

This late 18th century former convent is superbly located close to both the Serra da Estrela and Serra do Açor mountain ranges. Beautiful scenery is the highlight of this area of outstanding natural beauty and historic villages. Swimming pool, tennis court.

Once the seat of the Dukes of Braganca, the Pousada is converted from the “Royal Convent das Chagas de Cristo” which has interesting 16th century frescos and altar fronts. This is an atmospheric Pousada which blends the old with the new. Swimming pool.

In the heart of the city, this pousada dates back to the 18th century and was formerly the Hospital of São Teotónio, which finally opened in 1842. 84 spacious rooms. Restaurant, bar, spa, gym and indoor swimming pool. Golf and horse riding nearby.

£ Price per person per night from £59 Porto (190 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £59 Lisbon (185 kms)

£ Price per person per night from £51 Porto (130 kms)

Portugal

Pousada Convento da Graça

We feature 39 carefully selected Pousadas reflecting the most interesting and atmospheric properties. Our prices per person per night are based on a standard room including breakfast. Superior rooms and suites can be reserved at most properties - we shall be happy to quote the supplement payable. Optional pre-bookable half board is available at all Pousadas. Call our Reservations line for half board rates or any additional information. We can make reservations for the Pousada ‘Golden Days’ 2011 Promotion which gives generous room rate discounts to clients age 55 upwards. Our car touring expertise is second to none and we can create a holiday featuring hotels and Pousadas to your exact requirements. We can give rapid confirmation of availability at any of the Pousadas featured.

Tavira

Madeira

I Resort CHOUPANA ESTREITO DE CAMARA DE LOBOS

FUNCHAL

MONTE SAO GONÇALO

Hotel Choupana Hills Estalagem Quinta do Estreito Bela São Tiago Bela Vista Cliff Bay Melia Madeira Mare Penha de França & Mar Quinta das Vistas Reid’s Palace Regency Palace Royal Savoy The Vine Quinta do Monte Casa Velha do Palheiro

Funchal

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Madeira The island of Madeira is a paradise of flowers and trees with mild winters and gentle summers making it a perfect all year round holiday retreat. Fashionable since the early 19th century, the island continues to captivate tourists with its leisurely atmosphere and spectacular scenery. Extinct volcanic mountains, dense forests and cascading waterfalls contrast with the pastoral countryside. A myriad of irrigational water courses with accompanying footpaths, known as ‘Levadas’, enable keen walkers to explore most of the island. This delightful sub-tropical destination is a must for botanists who will appreciate the flourishing flora and fauna. The capital, Funchal, has a daily fruit and fish market ablaze with local colour. Elegant colonial style architecture gives a graceful air to the busy narrow streets. Explore the old quarter with its cobbled streets, taste vintage Madeira wine in the many bodegas or be tempted by the hand embroidered linen and dazzling jewellery and leather stores. In the countryside, high above the sea, Estreito de Camara de Lobos is a sheltered locality well known for its productive vineyards. A few miles below, lays Camara de Lobos, a busy fishing village which featured in many paintings by Sir Winston Churchill. Ideally placed for levada walking. Standing high above Funchal and well removed from the hustle and bustle, Sao Goncalo, Choupana and Monte enjoy panoramic views towards the sea. In bygone days, there were vast estates incorporating hunting lodges and ornamental gardens in Sao Goncalo. This is also home to the famous Palheiro Golf Course. Choupana is on a lush hillside and enjoys that ‘away from it all’ feeling. Monte is an area of magnificent scenery with many historic associations including the famous wicker toboggan run. Here you will find the Monte Palace Tropical Garden. A frequent cable car service connects Monte with Funchal. Our carefully selected collection of hotels includes some of the best four and five star properties on the island and the finest country house style quintas. We can even create a two-centre or gentle touring holiday to your precise wishes, or you can combine a trip here with some time on the mainland. Let the delights of this island captivate you. An abundance of flowers, the tranquillity and dramatic beauty of the interior and, above all, the friendliness of the people. We know you will want to return again to this peaceful haven in the Atlantic Ocean, often described as a floating garden.

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Royal Savoy

Reid’s Palace Hotel

Funchal

Funchal The quintessence of luxury, comfort and tradition and owned by celebrated Orient-Express Hotels, this oasis stands in ten acres of sub-tropical gardens facing the sea. Fine public rooms with graceful furnishings. Air-conditioned bedrooms with cable television and minibar. The Dining Room and Les Faunes formal à la carte restaurant (seasonal) serve creative French cuisine. Informal dining at Ristorante Villa Cipriani serving Italian specialities and Brisa do Mar (seasonal) alfresco restaurant. Afternoon tea terrace, cocktail bar. Dancing. Two heated swimming pools and another pool at sea level. Pool terrace buffet restaurant. THE SPA at Reid’s Palace with plunge pool, sauna, steam rooms, fitness equipment and a wide choice of treatments. Year round ‘Fun at Reid’s’ children’s activity programme with children’s pool. Two tennis courts. Watersports. Courtesy bus into Funchal.

The exceptionally spacious air-conditioned guest rooms all have a balcony and the largest suite has two bedrooms and two bathrooms. All but standard grade rooms have kitchenette facility. Armada restaurant catering for a la carte and buffet preferences. Neptunus pool bar and piano cocktail bar with music, also serving light meals. Outdoor sea-water pool with splash pool for children, sundeck and terraces, heated indoor pool, gym, sauna, Jacuzzi, beauty salon. Lovely sub-tropical gardens, barbecue area, outdoor games area and short promenade with access to the sea.

Low season:

3 nights from £549 7 nights from £1179

164 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £659 7 nights from £1359

Lifts

Open all year

Transfer time 30 mins

Guide price per person sharing classic room/balcony/partial seaview with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

A wonderful complex alongside the Atlantic Ocean and the ultimate choice for a fabulous holiday. Nearby you can enjoy golf, watersports, horse-riding, levada walks, mountain hikes and island tours.

172 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £489 7 nights from £779

High season:

3 nights from £599 7 nights from £925

Guide price per person sharing standard room/balcony/seaview with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

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The Cliff Bay Hotel

Madeira Regency Palace Hotel

Funchal

Funchal A lovely resort hotel located on the cliff tops in west Funchal. It has been designed in Portuguese colonial style, is luxuriously furnished and offers every possible comfort.

Dramatically positioned alongside the ocean, this superb hotel is one of the finest on the island. Its style, elegance and tranquillity are the recipe for a perfect holiday.

The spacious bedrooms and suites are beautifully appointed with airconditioning, cable colour television and in-room movies plus a kitchenette facility in superior rooms and suites. Fine restaurant with theme night buffets with à la carte menu also available. Bar and comfortable lounges.

The spacious air-conditioned bedrooms have cable television with in-house video films, tea and coffee making facilities. Two comfortable lounges, four bars, terrace. Rose Garden restaurant with table d’hôte, à la carte and buffet dining. Alternative Il Gallo d’Oro formal à la carte restaurant and Blue Lagoon poolside restaurant which is open lunchtimes. Live music in the evening.

Two large heated swimming pools, one with underwater music, the other with a waterfall. Island pool bar. Indoor heated pool. Health Club, jacuzzi, sauna and fully equipped fitness centre. Tropical gardens with lakes and waterfalls. Bowling green, squash and tennis courts. Exclusive classic car collection. Elevator to natural stone and sand beach below hotel. Courtesy bus into town.

Swim in-and-out pool. Additional pool at sea level. Sun terraces, pretty subtropical gardens. Health and Beauty Spa with good range of treatments. Hairdresser. Sauna and exercise equipment, jacuzzi. Snooker room. Tennis court. Many sporting activities can be arranged. Courtesy bus into Funchal.

Low season:

3 nights from £235 7 nights from £445

210 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £335 7 nights from £599

Lifts

Open all year

Transfer time 45 mins

Transfer time 30 mins

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

201 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £299 7 nights from £529

High season:

3 nights from £399 7 nights from £679

Guide price per person sharing standard room/balcony with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

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Quinta das Vistas Palace Gardens

Quinta da Penha de França & Mar Funchal

Funchal This prestigious hotel is superbly positioned with fabulous views towards the mountains and sea yet just twenty minutes walk into town. Step inside to ‘authentic old Madeira’ with its romantic colonial atmosphere. The main restaurant majors on gourmet cuisine. Afternoon tea is served in the winter garden or on a covered verandah. Cocktail bar with regular live music. The bedrooms have a private balcony, armchairs, air-conditioning, double glazing, minibar, 30-channel cable television. Indoor heated pool leading to outdoor pool with a waterfall connection to a second outdoor heated pool. Pool bar. Health Centre and Spa with sauna and Turkish bath, jet stream massage, whirlpool, treatments. Fitness room. The extensive landscaped centenary gardens have a meandering levada, water features, formal walled gardens. Mini-golf. Courtesy bus into town.

The property has been extended and there are bedrooms in a modern wing and around the gardens as well as in the main house. Cable television and minibar in all rooms. Lounge, card room, billiards room and bar. Restaurant. Heated swimming pool with sun terraces. Poolside bar and garden. The Penha de França Mar is a separate building adjacent to the sea. All the bedrooms in this fine modern addition have an ocean view balcony, multichannel cable television and safe. Lounge. Restaurant. Extensive sun terraces with a large swimming pool, additional pool for children. Access to the sea for swimming.

Low season:

3 nights from £239 7 nights from £475

71 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £389 7 nights from £729

Lifts

Open all year

Transfer time 30 mins

Guide price per person sharing standard room/balcony/garden view with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

This lovely old manor house has its own very special atmosphere. Located in the former old quarter of the town just back from the sea and within an easy walk of shops and many restaurants.

109 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £159 7 nights from £349

High season:

3 nights from £269 7 nights from £449

Guide price per person sharing main building room/garden view with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

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Quinta Bela São Tiago

Melia Madeira Mare

Funchal

Funchal A modern hotel offering breathtaking views of the ocean and direct access to the Promenade. It is located just a few minutes from downtown Funchal. The beautifully designed and appointed bedrooms are extremely comfortable. All have air-conditioning, balcony, cable television, telephone, internet, safe, minibar and tea & coffee making facilities.

Most conveniently located in the heart of the old quarter and one of the most picturesque parts of town with narrow lanes winding past period buildings. This fine 100 year old Quinta still retains its original garden containing a small banana plantation and an orchard. There are superb views towards the sea and inland to the distant hills.

Buffet restaurant Mare Nostrum, a la carte Italian restaurant Il Massimo, pool bar restaurant O Ilheu, bar and terrace La Luna, piano cocktail bar El Piano with live music some evenings, Nini deck and terrace bar.

Carefully and sympathetically extended by the addition of two wings to create a very well appointed hotel which is fully air-conditioned. The bedrooms have cable television, telephone, internet connection and minibar; most have a balcony. Restaurant O Portico serving local and international cuisine. Winter garden and cocktail bar Pôr do Sol.

Library, Internet lounge, spa and beauty centre with wide range of treatments, hairdresser, shop, parking. Babysitting on request. Heated outdoor freshwater pool, separate pool for children, indoor freshwater pool, jacuzzi, sauna, gym, billiards room.

Heated swimming pool. Separate pool for children. Sun terraces. Fitness Centre, sauna and jacuzzi.

Low season:

3 nights from £205 7 nights from £375

220 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £299 7 nights from £519

Lift

Open all year

Transfer time 30 mins

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

64 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £265 7 nights from £469

High season:

3 nights from £299 7 nights from £475

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

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Choupana Hills Resort & Spa

The Vine Funchal

Funchal

Conveniently located in the historical centre of Funchal, close to the Cathedral, this contemporary hotel offers a luxurious and sophisticated base from which one can explore the bustling city. The hotel offers direct access to the Dolce Vita Shopping Centre and is close to the harbour. In line with the design concept, the spacious open-plan air-conditioned bedrooms are set across four floors each one depicting a season of the year. All have Internet connection, mini-bar, safe, satellite television, in-room movies and music. Panoramic gourmet restaurant. Pool bar and lobby lounge offer less formal dining. Enjoy wonderful views from the roof-top with its heated pool. Vinotherapy Spa offering a wide range of treatments to ensure total well-being - an in-room spa menu is also available. Fitness centre.

A luxurious retreat nestling high up amidst eucalyptus trees with spectacular views over Funchal and out to the Atlantic. The traditional architecture contrasts with the modernist furniture. Exceptionally spacious, well appointed bedrooms each with large veranda overlooking the garden or the bay, television, Internet connection, safe and minibar. The suites also have private heated outdoor jacuzzi. Xôpana restaurant. Basalt Bar with balcony to enjoy the view, serving snacks all day. Pool bar serving healthy lunches in conjunction with the hotel spa. Lounge where afternoon tea can be taken. Library. Heated outdoor lagoon swimming pool. Spa comprising indoor pool with jet massage, sauna, Turkish steam bath and treatment rooms. Fitness room. Regular courtesy bus service into Funchal.

Low season:

3 nights from £315 7 nights from £635

79 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £469 7 nights from £815

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Lifts

Open all year

Transfer time 30 mins

Transfer time 45 mins

Guide price per person sharing deluxe superior room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

Choupana

64 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £399 7 nights from £799

High season:

3 nights from £489 7 nights from £919

Guide price per person sharing deluxe room/veranda/garden view with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

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Casa Velha do Palheiro

Quinta da Bela Vista Funchal

Sao Gonçalo

Sao Gonçalo Funchal

A gracious 1840 residence on the outskirts of Funchal with lovely views towards the mountains and sea. The hotel consists of a main house connected with two more recently built garden wings and has a very exclusive atmosphere. It is surrounded by peaceful gardens.

This former 18th century hunting lodge has been transformed into an exclusive country house style hotel. It is situated adjacent to the renowned Palheiro Gardens and offers direct access to the famous Golf Course which adjoins the hotel grounds.

The air-conditioned bedrooms enjoy an air of quiet elegance and have cable television, sitting area, safe and Internet port. There are also four suites (not air-conditioned) in the main house with graceful antique furnishings and fine prints.

Casa Velha is certainly a haven of tranquillity. Morning room and library, lounge bar. The elegant dining room is justifiably famous for its gourmet cuisine. The well appointed bedrooms have multi-channel cable television, telephone, safe and minibar. Some rooms are in the old building, whilst others are in the newer garden wings.

Table d’hote restaurant Avista Navios and à la carte restaurant Casa Mãe. Comfortable lounge, bar, library, card room and billiards room. Heated swimming pool, terraces with breathtaking views, poolside snack bar. Gardens. Sauna, jacuzzi, fitness room, tennis court. Courtesy bus into town.

Outdoor heated swimming pool, pool-bar and sun terraces. Floodlit tennis court, croquet, badminton, billiards. Sauna and steam room. Regular courtesy bus into Funchal.

Low season:

3 nights from £325 7 nights from £629

89 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £389 7 nights from £735

Lift

No lift

Open all year

Transfer time 30 mins

Transfer time 20 mins

Guide price per person sharing standard room/garden view with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

37 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £329 7 nights from £589

High season:

3 nights from £415 7 nights from £695

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

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Quinta do Monte Monte

Estreito

This superbly created hotel is based around an historic quinta which contrasts with a modernist extension building, all surrounded by 5000m2 of exotic gardens. All the traditional bedrooms have a balcony with views over the gardens, airconditioning, minibar, cable television, radio and personal safe. The suites are equipped with a hydro-massage bath. Restaurant à la carte with 4-course table d’hôte menu for half board guests. Bar, lounge and library, reading room and authentic tea room. Billiards and games room. Conservatory. Heated indoor swimming pool with jacuzzi, Turkish bath and exercise room. Original chapel. Guests have free use of Health Spa at Quinta das Vistas in Funchal. Courtesy bus into Funchal.

A charming hotel created around a century old manor house. Located 400 metres above sea level on the outskirts of a small village amid quiet surroundings and enjoying fine coastal views. Walkers will find it easily accessible to levadas and Funchal is just a short drive or bus ride away. The air-conditioned bedrooms are in a new wing overlooking the sea. They have cable television with payable film channel, radio and personal safe. Lounge, library, bar. Restaurant with gourmet cuisine. Terrace barbecue in summer, subject to demand, serving local and gourmet cuisine. Heated swimming pool, covered in winter. Sun terraces, pool bar, children’s pool, also heated. Sauna. Attractive gardens with lovely views. Guests have free use of Health Spa at Quinta das Vistas in Funchal. Courtesy bus into Funchal.

Low season:

3 nights from £205 7 nights from £369

42 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £339 7 nights from £599

Lifts

Open all year

Transfer time 30 mins

Transfer time 40 mins

Guide price per person sharing standard room/balcony with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

Estreito de Camara de Lobos Monte

48 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £209 7 nights from £379

High season:

3 nights from £329 7 nights from £589

Guide price per person sharing standard room/balcony/side seaview with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

Bellagio

Vevey

Baden-Baden

Italy, Capri, Switzerland & Germany Maratea is an old medieval village on the Basilicata coast with narrow streets and delightful architecture. Local archaeological finds are exhibited in the Convento dei Cappuccini and the Palazzo de Lieto Museum. A small town between Amalfi and Positano, Praiano is delicately perched on this stunning stretch of coastline, overlooking the Mediterranean sea. There is a small, picturesque harbour. The wonderfully scenic isle of Capri has had an interesting and varied history. Now, it has a cosmopolitan atmosphere and is well loved by its many visitors. Take a tour around vast villas with pretty gardens or shop in one of its many chic boutiques. Sheer perfection at the side of Lake Como, Bellagio is in one of the loveliest regions of Lombardia. Explore enticing shops in cobbled stepped alleyways, people watch at bars and cafes while enjoying wonderful views across the lake to the distant Alps. Stroll along the flower lined promenade to the Villa Meltzi Gardens or visit a 48 acre botanical paradise at Villa Carlotta. Take boat trips galore to picturesque lakeside villages or to Como itself, ideal for some serious shopping. There are lovely walks in the hilly terrain above the town or, for the more adventurous, the thrill of a flight around the lake on a vintage seaplane. On the shores of Lake Geneva, the enchanting little town of Vevey has medieval shopping lanes hidden behind a flowerlined lakeside promenade bordering the Grande-Place, a vast square, home to a tantalising twice weekly market. Use the lake boat service or take a trolleybus to visit nearby Montreux or the famous Château de Chillon. Enjoy typical Swiss scenery on the panoramic train to sophisticated Gstaad in the Alps or book an excursion on the Chocolate Train to the Nestlé factory – a must for chocoholics! There is also a lunch break en-route at the ancient village of Gruyères, world-famous for its cheese making. At the edge of the Black Forest, Baden-Baden is the most famous spa town in Germany. Often named the ‘Rose Capital of the World’, its delightful flower filled gardens and parks complement the stately Belle Époque buildings and contemporary architecture. An array of elegant shops and restaurants, the legendary Caracalla Spa and Thermal Baths, frequent music concerts and arguably the most beautiful Casino in the world are merely a few reasons to visit this idyllic and tranquil haven in the midst of the third largest wine growing region in the country.

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Brenner’s Park Hotel & Spa

Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni Bellagio

Baden-Baden This is one of the most beautiful hotels in Europe, so stylish, so elegant and so perfect; one feels almost privileged to stay in such illustrious surroundings. The hotel adjoins the famous Lichtentaler Allee, a flower filled two-mile park alongside the peaceful stream-like River Oos. Impressive lounge connecting with the Oleander cocktail bar with teatime and evening pianist. Library salon. The Michelin star Park Restaurant serves haute cuisine at its finest enhanced by a superb wine list - jacket required. Wintergarten Conservatory for less formal dining. Salon Lichental with terrace for breakfast. The attractive air-conditioned bedrooms have television, minibar and safe. Superb indoor swimming pool. Finnish and bio-saunas. Fitness centre with personal trainers and therapists. The splendid Roman Spa is synonymous with every aspect of health, beauty and massage and has its own refreshment and snack terrace. Hairdresser, beauty salon. The hotel organises everything for golfers - there are nine courses in the Region. Local tennis club nearby. Mountain bike hire. Supervised children's club 3-12 years available all year round. Low season: High season:

3 nights from £675 7 nights from £1399

100 rooms

3 nights from £779 7 nights from £1565

Open all year

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

Lifts Transfer time 25 mins (Baden-Baden), 40 mins (Strasbourg), 60 mins (Stuttgart)

Superbly located in a dominant but peaceful setting alongside the lake yet just moments away from the main promenade, boat station and shops.Dating back to the mid 19th Century, the magnificent interior is singularly impressive. The fabulous salons are richly furnished in keeping with the classical style. Individually furnished air-conditioned guest rooms have satellite television, minibar and safe. Breakfast in the fabulous Salon Royal - a room of almost indescribable beauty. Dining in the formal Terrazza Serbelloni overlooking the lake will be a memorable experience with superb cuisine and many choices on a daily changing menu - jacket required for dinner. Less formal Michelin Restaurant Mistral. Cocktail bar. Pretty vine covered drinks and afternoon tea terrace. Lakeside seasonal swimming pool, sun terraces and snack bar. Small beach, pontoon and diving board for lake swimming. Private gardens, small play area for children. Tennis and squash courts. Two indoor swimming pools – one for children. Well-equipped Health Spa with gym, sauna and Turkish bath, Pilates, aerobics and fitness programmes. Golf in nearby Menaggio.

81 rooms Lifts

Low season:

3 nights from £775 7 nights from £1385

High season:

3 nights from £959 7 nights from £1779

Open 1 Apr-8 Nov Transfer time 75 mins (Milan)

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

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La Locanda Della Donne Monache Maratea

Villa Mangiacane

San Casciano

Maratea

A charming, carefully restored monastery, combining 18th century architecture with enchanting contemporary art. Stunning pieces of Murano glass and bronze sculptures give way to breathtaking views over the surrounding countryside of Maratea. The property is set in the heart of the old medieval village.

A magnificent 15th century Renaissance villa, originally built by the powerful Machiavelli family. Set amongst 600 acres of private vineyard, olive groves and forest, the property overlooks the surrounding Tuscan hills and the city of Florence, and offers the warmth and feeling of a private home.

Each of the air-conditioned bedrooms is individually decorated and has a balcony, minibar, telephone and television. Outdoor swimming pool. Restaurant Il Sacello overlooks the garden and the pool and offers gourmet cuisine based on fish dishes and traditional regional flavours. Seasonal outside dining. Bar.

Each of the individually decorated rooms has flat screen television and DVD player, minibar and WiFi. Extensive library. Authentic Italian kitchen producing typical Tuscan dishes served in the formal dining room or al fresco. Summer pool side bar and restaurant. Vinoteque cellar dining and wine tasting.

The hotel operates a complimentary shuttle bus to the beach six kilometres away, a rugged landscape with magnificent views from the rocky cliffs and clear water, ideal for those who enjoy snorkelling. For the more energetic, pursuits in the area include diving, boat hire, horse riding and trekking.

Two outdoor swimming pools. Nadushka Spa with heated indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam bath, treatment rooms, gym. The property is a working wine and olive oil estate. The hotel operate a complimentary daily scheduled shuttle service to and from Florence.

Low season:

3 nights from £329 7 nights from £599

27 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £425 7 nights from £779

No lift

Open 1 Apr-2 Nov

Open 17 Mar onwards

Transfer time 150 mins (Naples)

Transfer time 20 mins (Florence)

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

28 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £489 7 nights from £989

High season:

3 nights from £735 7 nights from £1325

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

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Casa Angelina

Villa Marina Capri Hotel & Spa Praiano

Capri

Located in the main harbour, just a few minutes from the funicular up to the main Piazzetta, Villa Marina is perfectly situated to enjoy all this beautiful island has to offer. Formerly a private residence, each stylish room is inspired by one of the many artists who has contributed to the appeal of the island.

A sleek and contemporary hotel, set against the tranquil beauty of the Mediterranean sea. Its calm interior is accentuated by colourful and modern Murano glass pieces. The spacious and comfortable rooms all have seaview, airconditioning, minibar, safe, Internet access and interactive television.

The spacious contemporary air-conditioned bedrooms, most with balcony or terrace, overlook the gardens, the courtyard or the sea and offer satellite television, safe, minibar and Internet connection. Pool suites have a large terrace with private pool and views to the sea.

Restaurant Un Piano nel Cielo for Mediterranean gastronomy and panoramic views of the stunning coastline, also popular with local people. Seasonal outdoor dining. Excellent wine cellar. Bar Marrakech for lighter snacks. Snack bar. Outdoor swimming pool with sun deck. Outdoor infinity sea water pool.

Restaurant Ziqu with outdoor dining area. Stai luxury spa with range of treatments. Heated outdoor swimming pool with solarium, heated indoor swimming pool with jacuzzi, sauna. Visit the Blue Grotto, Villa San Michele or another of the stunning villas or gardens on the island.

Holistic Spa with treatment rooms, heated indoor pool with hydro-massage and sauna. Gym. Pilates classes. A glass lift enables access to the private beach, with deckchairs and umbrellas. In addition, a motor yacht is available to hotel guests, who wish to make use of it.

Low season: High season:

39 rooms

3 nights from £998 7 nights from £1995

21 rooms

3 nights from £1035 7 nights from £2035

Open 21 Apr - 3 Nov

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

Praiano

Capri

Lift Transfer time 90 mins (Naples)

Low season:

3 nights from £585 7 nights from £1069

High season:

3 nights from £679 7 nights from £1255

No lift Open 1 Apr-2 Nov Children under 10 not accepted 10-13 Apr & 17 May-30 Sep Transfer time 65 mins (Naples)

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

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Hôtel des Troís Couronnes

Grand Hotel Du Lac

Vevey

Vevey A truly grand and stylish hotel superbly situated on the main promenade by the side of Lake Geneva moments away from the town centre. Lavishly decorated, the beautiful interior cannot fail to delight the most fastidious guest. A hotel since 1868 and superbly redesigned in 2006.

Enjoying a commanding lakeside position with views to the distant Alps, this elegant hotel has been welcoming distinguished guests since 1842, including the writer, Henry James, who wrote his controversial novel ‘Daisy Miller’, set in Vevey, during a stay at the hotel in 1879.

Sumptuous main lounge and exotic oriental lounge. Cocktail bar. Beautiful Les Saisons restaurant. Less formal La Verandah restaurant with outdoor terrace in summer. Exquisitely furnished air-conditioned bedrooms, complimentary Internet access, satellite television, minibar and safe.

The palatial interior combines exceptional comfort with Belle Époque sophistication. Exquisite air-conditioned bedrooms with television, minibar and safe. Elegant lounge and sitting areas, bar with evening pianist. Beautiful gourmet restaurant with stunning outdoor dining and drinks terrace.

Attractive outdoor swimming pool with sun terraces facing the lake and refined additional services such as complimentary fruit juices, cold towels and sunglasses cleaning. Swiss Bellefontaine Health and Wellness Centre with range of treatments, sauna, Turkish bath, relaxation area & gym.

Large indoor heated swimming pool with underwater music. Sauna, steam bath. The Puressens Spa provides a comprehensive range of beauty treatments. Massage cabins, equipped fitness room. Indoor and outdoor relaxation areas. The spa menu has healthy food options. Golf 50 minutes away.

Low season:

3 nights from £859 7 nights from £1549

50 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £985 7 nights from £1775

Lift

Lifts

Open all year

Transfer time 45 mins (Geneva)

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

55 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £879 7 nights from £1599

High season:

3 nights from £939 7 nights from £1669

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

France Resort AIX-EN-PROVENCE AMBOISE EN TOURAINE ASNIERES-SUR-NOUERE AUDRIEU BIARRITZ

Hotel Le Pigonnet Le Choiseul Hostellerie du Maine Brun Chateau d'Audrieu Sofitel Miramar Thalassa

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The Regent Grand Chateau de Noirieux Le Domaine d'Auriac Le Vieux Castillon

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CHAILLY-SUR-ARMANCON CHAMPIGNE

Chateau de Chailly Chateau des Briottieres

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CONDRIEU DIVONNE-LES-BAINS EVIAN-LES-BAINS

Hotellerie Beau Rivage Chateau de Divonne Hotel Royal Hotel Ermitage Chateau de Fere

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Resort GILLY-LES-CITEAUX LUYNES

Hotel Chateau de Gilly Domaine de Beauvois

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Chateau de Mercues Chateau d'Artigny Le Mas Candille Chateau de Nieuil

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NOIZAY PORT-LOUIS - KERVIGNAC SAINT PIERRE DE VAUVRAY SAINTE PREUVE SAINT-PAUL SALON-DE-PROVENCE

Chateau de Noizay Chateau de Locguenole Hostellerie Saint-Pierre Chateau de Barive Le Mas d'Artigny Abbaye de Ste Croix

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Hostellerie des Sept Molles Chateau d'Esclimont Chateau de Castel Novel

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France The diversity of France and its closeness to our shores make it an attractive choice for a short break or a more languid stay. In the north, unmistakable feudal architecture dominates the countryside. As one travels south, horizons widen and the pace of life slows. The central plains lead to the wine growing regions; thereafter, rugged landscapes and mountain passes provide a scenic entrance to the softer landscapes of the south so beloved by artists. We offer the finest Châteaux and the most noteworthy hotels in the much favoured regions of the country and you can be assured of a warm welcome, civility and, above all, memorable cuisine. In Brittany, discover the historic walled city of St Malo, the fashionable resort of La Baule or the beaches of Dinard. In the Loire Valley, visit the interesting town of Tours, with its narrow streets and bustling wine trade. The elegant town of Saumur is famous for its sparkling wines and Dijon is well known for its fine restaurants. On the border with Switzerland, Évian-les-Bains sits on the edge of Lake Geneva and the famous spas attract many visitors. Provence is home to the fascinating city of Avignon and the historical Aix-en-Provence, with its narrow streets and busy cafes. In the Dordogne, the charming towns of Bergerac and Sarlat attract wine-lovers and tourists alike. The elegant city of Bordeaux has beautiful boulevards with designer boutiques leading to tiny streets and historic architecture. The relaxed and ever-popular resort of Biarritz offers lovely beaches and plenty of shops and restaurants. In the south-west, the fairy-tale castle dominates the city of Carcassonne. Toulouse, with its many museums and sights, particularly well-known for its university, can be easily reached from here. Venture into the Pyrénées for that ‘away from it all’ feeling or to explore the pretty mountain villages. Mougins is a pretty village in the south of the country offering wonderful panoramic views over the surrounding area and the Mediterranean Sea. There are art galleries and some lovely restaurants. From here, it is easy to visit the beautiful old town of Nice, with its flower markets and designer boutiques.

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Château de Fère Fère-en-Tardenois, Champagne A rather special château set in its own grounds which contain ruins of a medieval castle. An easy three hours drive from Calais, mainly by motorway. The interior is a delight, furnished in classic style, with a warm and inviting atmosphere. The restaurant has a well deserved reputation and an excellent wine cellar. Within easy reach of Reims, it is a perfect spot from which to explore the Champagne region. Heated swimming pool. Tennis court, horse riding, hot air balloon flights.

Low season:

3 nights from £425 Extra nights from £109

19 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £535 Extra nights from £135

Open 12 Feb onwards

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

No lift Transfer time 90 mins (Paris Orly/CDG)

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Château d’Audrieu

St Symphorien

Audrieu, Normandy

St-Symphorien-le-Château Built in 1543, this Renaissance style château is surrounded by a moat within a 150-acre estate which includes a large lake. There is elegance and comfort throughout this lovely property and here you will be able to relive its glorious past. The superbly appointed château is situated between the Versailles Palace and Chartres Cathedral.

An elegant 18th century château, listed as an historic monument, set in a private park incorporating delightful gardens. The interior is beautifully furnished in château style retaining the warm and welcoming atmosphere of a friendly stately home. There is no ostentatious luxury but refined comfort, charm, authenticity and distinction.

Each bedroom is decorated in graceful period style and is located in either the château or in one of three lodges in the grounds. Gourmet restaurant La Rochefoucauld with views to the garden. Restaurant Cuir de Cordoue. Heated swimming pool. Tennis courts, horse riding, fishing, boating, canoeing, pitch and putt golf. Bicycle hire. Hot air balloon flights.

The charming bedrooms have minibar, satellite television, WiFi and views to the gardens. Restaurant with gastronomic cuisine by chef Olivier Barbarin using regional products where possible. Bar, lounges. Outdoor heated swimming pool (seasonal). Walk or cycle through the lovely 30-acre park and garden. Golf and horse riding nearby.

Low season:

3 nights from £319 Extra nights from £99

52 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £519 Extra nights from £129

Lift

No lift

Open all year

Open 12 Feb onwards

Transfer time 50 mins (Paris Orly)

Transfer time 120 mins (Dinard)

Guide price per person sharing classic room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

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29 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £575 Extra nights from £159

High season:

3 nights from £745 Extra nights from £199

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

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Saint Pierre

Hostellerie Saint-Pierre

Port Louis

Sainte Preuve

Saint Pierre de Vauvray A classic Normandy half-timbered building in an enviable position on the banks of the Seine between Rouen and Paris. Inside, the atmosphere is traditional, mellow, warm and welcoming and a stay here will feel like stepping back in time. This charming inn is just 20 minutes drive from the Monet Garden at Giverny.

This charming 18th century manor house has been sympathetically transformed into a small hotel. Located within walled grounds forming part of a large estate in the heart of the countryside. From here, it is easy to explore Picardy and Champagne regions and the hotel can arrange tastings. There are three golf courses within an easy drive.

The bedrooms are comfortable and individually decorated and some have balconies and views over the river. There are also two apartments. Gourmet restaurant with beautiful views over the gardens and the river. The cuisine is traditional, delicate and inventive - red snapper and veal chop are amoung the local specialities.

All the comfortable, attractive bedrooms are equipped with minibar, safe, telephone, LCD television and DVD player. The restaurant Les Epicuriens offers high quality French cuisine using seasonal ingredients. Jogging tracks through the grounds. Bicycle hire. Indoor heated swimming pool, sauna, tennis court, small fitness room.

Low season:

3 nights from £319 Extra nights from £75

13 rooms

14 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £465 Extra nights from £109

Lift

No lift

Open 21 Jan onwards

Open all year

Transfer time 85 mins (Paris Orly)

Transfer time 120 mins (Paris CDG)

Guide price per person sharing village view room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

Low season:

3 nights from £365 Extra nights from £89

High season:

3 nights from £499 Extra nights from £125

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

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Château de Locguénolé Port-Louis - Kervignac This stately château is a delight to behold. It stands in a 250 acre park with gardens sweeping down to an Atlantic ocean inlet. The beautiful dining room with its Aubusson tapestry serves gourmet cuisine of the highest standard. The complete interior is sumptuously furnished with fine antiques and crystal chandeliers. Heated outdoor swimming pool open May to Sep. Waterside pontoon, tennis court. Signposted footpaths, bicycles and angling opportunities. Unspoilt beaches, sailing schools and four golf courses are just a few minutes drive away. Low season:

3 nights from £429 Extra nights from £109

22 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £549 Extra nights from £139

Open 11 Feb onwards

Guide price per person sharing classic room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

No lift Transfer time 130 mins (Nantes)

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Domaine de Beauvois Luynes In the centre of a 350 acre wooded park west of Tours and facing Lake Briffaut, this imposing château has origins dating back to the 16th and 18th centuries. It has a warm, intimate atmosphere and offers a gentle way of life in superb surroundings. All the rooms are elegantly decorated and equipped with minibar, television and WiFi. Excellent regional cuisine accompanied by fine wines and with opportunities for cellar tastings. Outdoor heated swimming pool (seasonal), tennis court. Fishing on the estate lake. Walking and bicycle trails. Low season:

3 nights from £289 Extra nights from £89

High season:

3 nights from £465 Extra nights from £112

Guide price per person sharing classic room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

36 rooms Lift Open all year Transfer time 25 mins (Tours)

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Château de Noizay

Champigne

Château des Briottières

Luynes Noizay

Champigné

Noizay An elegant and refined château beautifully located within the Vineyards of Vouvray. It stands in park-like grounds with century-old trees and typical French gardens. It has an exclusive atmosphere and is decorated with stained glass, tapestries, velvet and silk wall hangings. Guests are welcomed into a beautiful lobby with magnificent staircase.

A stately and superbly furnished château standing in a 100-acre private park with colourful English style gardens. The elegant interior, with a grand salon, will delight the most discerning. The property is well located for the Anjou vineyards and the owners will ensure a warm welcome and will help and advise on local sights and activities.

The beautifully appointed bedrooms are decorated with period furniture and set in the château and in the pavilion. Library. Gastronomic restaurant (closed Tuesday) with an outside dining terrace in summer. Heated swimming pool, tennis court. Bicycle hire. Horse riding. Loire river canoeing, boating and golf are all nearby.

The bedrooms are located in the château and in a separate building Le Fruitier. All are equipped with telephone, television, safe and WiFi. High quality restaurant. Gastronomic dinners prepared by ‘L’École le Cordon Bleu’ Jun–Sep by prior reservation. Heated outdoor swimming pool. Horse riding, tennis court. Golf course 5kms away.

Low season:

3 nights from £439 Extra nights from £109

19 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £499 Extra nights from £119

No lift

Open 19 Mar onwards

Open all year

Transfer time 25 mins (Tours)

Transfer time 85 mins (Nantes)

Guide price per person sharing cosy standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

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Low season:

3 nights from £495 Extra nights from £135

High season:

3 nights from £569 Extra nights from £145

Guide price per person sharing cottage room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

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Château de Noirieux Briollay An elegant property which combines a 15th century manor house with a 17th century château. In a picturesque location with views to the River Loire. An air of calm prevails throughout the beautifully presented interior. A stroll in the beautiful grounds is an inspiration in itself. Evocative, individually styled bedrooms. The truly gastronomic cuisine created by chef Gérard Côme is served in the Orangery room or a Victorian conservatory (restaurant subject to seasonal closure). Heated swimming pool, jacuzzi, tennis court. Low season: High season:

3 nights from £339 Extra nights from £105 3 nights from £419 Extra nights from £129

Guide price per person sharing small cosy room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

19 rooms No lift (some ground floor rooms) Open all year except 15 Feb24 Mar & 13 Nov-1 Dec (closed Sun/Mon except Jun-Sep) Transfer time 90 mins (Nantes)

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Château d’Artigny

Le Choiseul

Briollay

Montbazon

Amboise en Touraine

Amboise

This famous château, formerly the home of François Coty, the perfumer, epitomises the grandeur of the nearby royal estates. South of Tours, it rises from the Indre valley and can be seen from some distance. A majestic foyer leads to a wonderful main staircase. Frescoes and art adorn the exquisitely panelled and gilded walls.

This riverside hotel offers discreet comfort and elegance. It has been created from a group of 18th century houses set in pretty Italian style gardens alongside the river, at the foot of the Château d’Amboise. This is an ideal base for those wishing to visit the royal castles of the Loire Valley and to enjoy the local celebrated cuisine.

The bedrooms are spread between the château and a stately pavilion. Inventive regional cuisine supported by magnificent wine cellar. Outdoor heated swimming pool in summer. Pool house with sauna, spa and exercise room. Pitch and putt, two tennis courts. The 50-acre park has splendid walks and magnificent formal gardens.

The bedrooms are in the main building and the pavilions and are individually decorated. They offer pleasant views over the garden, the Loire and the Château d’Amboise. The restaurant, with views over the gardens to the distant Loire, offers local specialities and has a wide range of local wines. Heated outdoor swimming pool. Bicycles available, tennis courts nearby.

Low season:

3 nights from £349 Extra nights from £119

65 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £589 Extra nights from £149

Lift

No lift

Open all year

Transfer time 20 mins (Tours)

Transfer time 30 mins (Tours)

Guide price per person sharing tradition room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

32 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £319 Extra nights from £99

High season:

3 nights from £525 Extra nights from £129

Guide price per person sharing tradition room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

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Hôtellerie Beau Rivage

Chailly

Château de Gilly

Gilly

Condrieu

Divonne

Gilly-lès-Citeaux

Condrieu

A former Cistercian abbatial palace it has become an historic monument, with frescoes and decorative ceilings. Superb 14th century gothic dining room with a 30,000 wine bottle cellar. Heated outdoor swimming pool, tennis court. Musical evenings, wine tasting and vineyard visits to the most famous wine villages.

A lovely house occupying a remarkable position on the banks of the river Rhône. It has a warm, intimate interior. Classic Lyonnaise cuisine with riverside terrace dining in summer. The restaurant is non-smoking. Pretty garden. A delightful base for exploration of the vineyards.

Low season:

3 nights from £299 Extra nights from £95

48 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £499 Extra nights from £125

No lift

Lifts

Open all year

Transfer time 170 mins (Geneva)

Transfer time 25 mins Lisbon

Guide price per person sharing classic room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

109 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £429 Extra nights from £112

High season:

3 nights from £499 Extra nights from £125

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

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Château de Divonne

Château de Chailly

Divonne-les-Bains

Chailly-sur-Armançon A former medieval fortress and now classified as a national monument. Two restaurants, one gastronomique and the other offering lighter dishes. A private 18-hole golf course is located in the park-like grounds which extend to 165 acres. Summer heated swimming pool, jacuzzi. Tennis court. Low season:

3 nights from £489 Extra nights from £129

45 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £565 Extra nights from £145

Lifts

Lift

Open all year

Transfer time 190 mins (Geneva)

Transfer time 15 mins (Geneva)

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

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A beautiful 19th century hillside residence overlooking the spa town of Divonne and the distant Alps. Dine in Swiss restaurants and, in summer, on the terrace overlooking Lac Leman and distant Mont Blanc. Heated swimming pool. Golf. Lake sailing, Casino and many other attractions in this Swiss border town.

30 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £299 Extra nights from £95

High season:

3 nights from £499 Extra nights from £125

Guide price per person sharing classic room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

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Hotel Royal

Hotel Ermitage

Évian-Les-Bains

Idyllically located in a 42 acre park on the southern shores of Lake Geneva, these two hotels will spirit you away from the stresses of modern day life. The graceful Hotel Royal is the ultimate refuge for serenity and elegance; the Hotel Ermitage has the atmosphere and ambience of a country residence. Every day will be a new dining experience – eight restaurants including two at the Casino reached by the hotel courtesy car shuttle. The glorious gardens with manicured rolling lawns, multitudes of flowers and specimen trees will be a constant delight. Indoor and outdoor swimming pools, jacuzzis, steam room. The Better Living Institute (Hotel Royal guests only) and The Maison Les 4 Terres (Hotel Ermitage guests only) have dedicated professional programmes for beauty and total well-being. A superb 18-hole ‘Évian Masters’ golf course and five tennis courts complement a full range of sporting pursuits including archery, badminton, squash, pitch & putt, supervised jogging, horse riding, lake sailing, canoeing and water skiing. The ‘mini-domaine’ for children and teenagers provides supervised activities in a special enclave in the heart of the park with heated swimming pool, indoor and outdoor play areas, creative workshops, multi-media room, dance studio, theatre, tennis courts and café plus organised daytime excursions.

Low season:

3 nights from £759 Extra nights from £169

154 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £1095 Extra nights from £269

Lift

Open all year

Transfer time 65 mins (Geneva)

Guide price per person sharing sejour parkview room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

91 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £585 Extra nights from £109

High season:

3 nights from £925 Extra nights from £215

Guide price per person sharing standard southside room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

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Hostellerie du Maine Brun

Asnieres

Château de Nieuil Nieuil

Asnières-sur-Nouère

Nieuil

This beautiful château, located in a 350-acre park, was formerly a hunting lodge for King François I and was turned into a hotel in 1937 by relatives of the present owners. Richly furnished with many antiques, Aubusson tapestries and paintings yet with a friendly and relaxing atmosphere.

A charming country inn style hotel created from a renovated old mill on the banks of the river Nouère. This is an ideal spot for a restful break or a stopover in a longer itinerary. It is very peaceful and you can be sure of a traditional French welcome.

All the bedrooms are decorated with a subtle combination of antiques and contemporary items and pieces of art. They are complete with air-conditioning, minibar, safe and satellite television. They look out over the garden, the park and the natural surroundings.

All the bedrooms are decorated with antique furniture and have a private terrace overlooking the surrounding countryside. There is additional accommodation in two apartments. The small restaurant has a good local reputation as well as a fine wine cellar.

Restaurant La Grange aux Oies is located in the former ancient stable building. Grand entrance hall with majestic staircase, comfortable welcoming lounges and beautifully decorated public rooms. Formal French garden, bird sanctuary garden. Art gallery. Swimming pool, tennis court.

The property is full of character and has very tranquil gardens. Swimming pool. This is predominantly a rural region although a short drive will enable you to explore some small french villages. In all, it offers a real ‘away from it all’ atmosphere.

Low season:

3 nights from £429 Extra nights from £105

14 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £489 Extra nights from £119

No lift

Open 1 Apr-31 Oct

Open 15 Apr-15 Oct

Transfer time 55 mins (Limoges)

Transfer time 110 mins (La Rochelle)

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

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20 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £349 Extra nights from £85

High season:

3 nights from £425 Extra nights from £99

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

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Château de Castel Novel

Château de Mercuès Mercuès

Varetz

Varetz Mercuès

This exceptional château was a former residence of the Bishop-Counts of Cahors and dates back to the 12th century. It enjoys panoramic views over the countryside and the River Lot. It will be a joy to stay a while in this wineproducing estate. Characterful bedrooms combining sophisticated décor with tradition and comfort. Fine restaurant (closed Monday evenings). The chef draws his inspiration from the local producers of black Lalbenque truffles, saffron and Quercy lamb. Meals can be taken on the terrace or in the garden. Wonderful Cathedral-like cellar stores the famous Cahors wine produced by the château. Attractive gardens, swimming pool, tennis courts. Activities in the surrounding area include mountain biking, hiking, horseriding, hunting, fishing, water-skiing and canoeing.

This lovely château originating from medieval times is situated in a natural environment. The famous French writer Colette fell under its spell and wrote several novels here. A romantic castle in the beautiful Perigueux-Sarlat region of the Dordogne. The comfortable bedrooms are air-conditioned and are elegantly and individually furnished. They are equipped with minibar, safe, television and internet access. Superb cuisine served in one of the three dining rooms or on the terrace in summer (restaurant subject to seasonal closure). This château has belonged to the same family for generations and enjoys views over the estate, which includes a 25-acre arboretum. Swimming pool, tennis court and three-hole practice golf course. Boules, bicycle hire. Walkers can follow a number of footpaths throughout the grounds.

Low season:

3 nights from £599 Extra nights from £169

30 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £675 Extra nights from £179

Lift

Open 1 Apr-30 Nov

Open all year

Transfer time 100 mins (Bergerac)

Transfer time 75 mins (Limoges)

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

37 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £379 Extra nights from £95

High season:

3 nights from £495 Extra nights from £119

Guide price per person sharing mansard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

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The Regent Grand Hotel

Sofitel Biarritz Le Miramar Thalassa Biarritz

Bordeaux

Bordeaux Biarritz

This luxury hotel has an exceptional location on the beach, just a short distance from Biarritz Golf course and the town centre with its luxury boutiques, theatres, museums and restaurants. If you wish to venture further afield, take a day trip to St Jean de Luz or over the border to San Sebastian.

A few years ago this luxury hotel, set in the heart of the wine capital opposite the grand theatre, opened its doors after many years of closure and a total renovation. The hotel enjoys a fascinating history and Victor Hugo, author of Les Misérables and Notre-Dame de Paris, gave his first political speech here.

All the comfortable bedrooms are complete with minibar, safe, MP3 player, flat screen satellite television and WiFi. Restaurants Le B Côté Déjeuner and Le B Côté Dîner offer top quality local produce and gourmet or low-calerie menus. Le B Côté Bar offers casual food and extends to Le B Côté Terrasse in summer.

The air-conditioned bedrooms blend neo-classical style with modern technology, including a state-of-the-art entertainments system, Internet connection, telephone and safe. Marble bathrooms with underfloor heating and speakers connected to the entertainments system.

The hotel promotes wellbeing and relaxation and has a Thalassotherapy centre, beauty and hairdressing salon, heated sea-water swimming pool, indoor pool, shops, fitness centre with coaches, sauna and hammam. The lovely public areas offer wonderful views.

Fashion Avenue shopping gallery dedicated to high end fashion (closed Sat). Gourmet seafood restaurant Pressoir d’Argent (closed Sun/Mon), Brasserie l’Europe offering indoor and outdoor informal dining. Orangerie winter garden and Victor wine bar serve drinks and snacks.

Low season:

3 nights from £599 Extra nights from £199

126 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £899 Extra nights from £289

Lift

Lifts

Open all year

Transfer time 15 mins (Biarritz)

Transfer time 25 mins (Bordeaux)

Guide price per person sharing superior Biarritz room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

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150 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £559 Extra nights from £219

High season:

3 nights from £619 Extra nights from £229

Guide price per person sharing superior room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

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Hostellerie des Sept Molles

Le Domaine d’Auriac

Sauveterre-de-Comminges

Carcassonne Sauveterre

A gracious and serene period property standing in its own parkland. It is ideally placed for exploration of the fasinating and beautifully preserved medieval town of Carcassonne which stands at the foot of the Cevennes and the Pyrénées. The comfortable bedrooms are well furnished and equipped with television, minibar, safe and air-conditioning. The cool, elegant restaurant Bernard Rigaudis is well known for its high standard of cuisine. Additional restaurant Le Bistrot d’Auriac. Large outdoor swimming pool, tennis court. Jogging routes, woodland walks. The surrounding parkland is home to a wide variety of birdlife. The property has the added advantage of an on-site 18-hole golf course. The hotel can arrange boat trips. canoeing, rafting and canyoning nearby.

Carcassonne

In a beautiful position at the foot of the Pyrénées, this hotel is surrounded by lovely countryside. The fresh Alpine-like air entices walking in the peaceful surroundings. This is a real ‘away from it all’ spot, yet it is just a short drive to many beautiful Spanish mountain villages. All the rooms are decorated differently with period furniture but modern facilities. They have a balcony, television and minibar. Fine local cuisine is beautifully presented in the charming dining room (closed Tuesdays in low season). Additional restaurant. Gardens, terraces and lovely swimming pool. Tennis courts. Nearby, enjoy horseriding, rafting, canoeing, trout fishing and mountain walks. Visit SaintBertrand de Comminges with a superb cathedral and medieval village. There are three golf courses within a short drive.

Low season:

3 nights from £389 Extra nights from £95

26 rooms

High season:

3 nights from £549 Extra nights from £139

Lift

Open 8 Feb onwards

Open all year

Transfer time 10 mins (Carcassonne)

Transfer time 80 mins (Toulouse)

Guide price per person sharing junior room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

20 rooms

Low season:

3 nights from £349 Extra nights from £85

High season:

3 nights from £425 Extra nights from £98

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

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Le Pigonnet Aix-en-Provence A delightful small luxury hotel, set in immaculate gardens, just a short distance from the centre of town, this elegant Bastide combines 18th century architecture with contemporary Provençal style and offers its guests a peaceful and relaxing setting. All the spacious air-conditioned bedrooms are individually designed. Gourmet restaurant Le Riviera offers traditional French cuisine with meals taken on the terrace overlooking the gardens in summer months. Swimming pool.

Low season: High season:

3 nights from £409 Extra nights from £85

50 rooms

3 nights from £499 Extra nights from £105

Open all year

Guide price per person sharing classic room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

Lift Transfer time 30 mins (Marseilles)

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Abbaye de Ste. Croix

Le Vieux Castillon Castillon-du-Gard

Salon-de-Provence

Castillon Salon

Aix

Located between Nimes and Avignon, in a picturesque medieval village overlooking vineyards, olive and fig plantations, Le Vieux Castillon offers high standards of comfort with unique character. A stay here will place you close to the Cevennes National Park and the Camargue. The hotel has been created from several medieval houses.

A magnificent 12th century abbey with glorious views set amidst gardens of lavender and rosemary. Lovingly restored and transformed into a character hotel where tranquillity and spiritual repose live on. Vaults and archways form a maze of corridors and nooks, interspersed with stairways and narrow doorways. Avignon and Arles are within a half-hour drive.

All the air-conditioned bedrooms have a minibar, safe and satellite television and overlook the village or the patio. Highly regarded restaurant specialising in Provencal cuisine making use of the traditional produce. Meals are served outside on the terrace in summer. Excellent wine cellar. Beautiful swimming pool, sauna, billiards room, tennis court. Boules in the village.

The bedrooms are unique, having been created from the living quarters of the Benedictine monks. Each room is named after a saint; they are quite simply furnished and reflect the peace of the abbey, with pure stone walls, antique furniture and Provencal fabrics. The restaurant is famed for its imaginative cuisine and dining is outside in summer. Lovely swimming pool.

Low season:

3 nights from £585 Extra nights from £155

High season:

3 nights from £689 Extra nights from £179

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

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32 rooms

25 rooms

Lift

Open 1 Mar onwards

Open 22 Apr-22 Oct plus selected dates through winter Transfer time 35 mins (Marseilles)

Transfer time 30 mins (Nimes)

Low season:

3 nights from £579 Extra nights from £149

High season:

3 nights from £675 Extra nights from £175

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

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Le Mas d’Artigny

Le Mas Candille

Saint-Paul

Mougins Mougins

Saint- Paul

A superb luxury hotel in an idyllic setting in Provencal parkland on the edge of this enchanting medieval village. Beloved by Picasso and a Mecca for artists, Mougins lies just seven kilometres from Cannes. Galleries abound in the quaint cobbled streets.

This resort style hotel, set on a hillside facing Saint-Paul-de-Vence, has panoramic views of the Riviera stretching from Nice to Antibes. The Provencal house and garden stands in a 20-acre park yet it is a short and easy drive to Nice and to the sea.

Created from an 18th century Mas, the hotel provides elegantly furnished guest rooms with 20th century benefits including DVD/CD, TV and video. Gourmet restaurant Le Candille with top gastronomique team. Additional poolside restaurant in summer. Bar.

Elegantly decorated and well-appointed bedrooms all with minibar, television and Internet access. Rooms overlook the gardens, the pine forest or the sea and junior suites have a sitting room and a balcony. Delightful mini-suites each with a private garden and plunge pool.

Two swimming pools – one with infinity edge and Jacuzzi overlooking the preAlp valleys. The Shiseido spa offers a full range of treatments. The private gardens surrounding the spa contain a fitness centre, relaxation area, sauna and hydrotherapy pool. Many golf courses nearby.

Restaurant Bougainvillier with panoramic views and outside dining in summer. Informal tapas bar Côté Provence. Bar. Large swimming pool. Spa Neocea. Boutiques, sauna and gym. Art exhibitions. Two tennis courts, putting green. Bicycle hire.

Low season:

3 nights from £419 Extra nights from £129

High season:

3 nights from £815 Extra nights from £205

Guide price per person sharing classic room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

40 rooms

85 rooms

No lift (some ground floor rooms)

No lift

Open all year

Transfer time 25 mins (Nice)

Transfer time 20 mins (Nice)

Low season:

3 nights from £345 Extra nights from £115

High season:

3 nights from £575 Extra nights from £149

Guide price per person sharing classic room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

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Lake Geneva

Funchal, Madeira

Lake Como

Touring & Two-Centre Holidays Touring Holidays Here are some suggestions for touring holidays in Mallorca, Madeira, Spain, Portugal and France. Some even go from one country into another. They are designed to give you inspiration and only cover a fraction of all these destinations have to offer. The possibilities are endless! We are happy to quote for any arrangement and our Reservations staff will give advice and guidance. An itinerary can be tailored to your precise wishes â&#x20AC;&#x201C; you choose which regions and properties you want to visit, how long you wish to stay and how you would like to travel between them. There is no need to retrace your steps as we can fly you into one airport and back from another. If you are taking your own car, the ferry points in France & Spain can be used one-way in either direction.

Two-Centre Holidays We realise choosing the right hotel can be difficult and, more particularly, as we offer such a choice. If you are having trouble deciding, a two-centre holiday could be the answer. We have made a few suggestions, but you may have your own ideas, which we shall be pleased to accommodate. Why not relax in the countryside before moving to be beside the sea, or combine simplicity with luxury for a holiday of contrasts? Any combination is possible â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the choice is entirely yours. Our Reservations Department will be happy to offer guidance and advice on the choice of hotels, confirm availability and calculate the holiday price. With nine very different destinations, you will be spoilt for choice. Whatever you choose, we can make it possible whether it is with flights and private transfers, fly-drive, rail travel, taking your own car or hotel reservations only. Let us transform your ideas into a perfect holiday.

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Touring Mallorca

Stylish Marinas

Seaside Relaxation

Tramuntana Discovery

Former fishing villages have developed into three stylish marinas. Enjoy lovely boutiques and restaurants, sandy beaches, watersports and boat trips. Take a trip on an old-fashioned tram car or immerse yourself in culture and history.

A former fishing village on the outskirts of Palma, a tiny resort in the north-east corner and a peaceful headland in Palma Bay – the perfect combination for seaside relaxation. All enjoy a handful of shops and restaurants with larger resorts nearby.

Venture off on your own Tramuntana Discovery. Relax outside a café in Soller town square, take the narrowgauge railway to Palma, enjoy a piano recital in the Valldemossa monastery, explore local craft shops, and all amidst spectacular scenery.

2 nights - Port d’Andratx Hotel Mon Port - page 16

3 nights - Ciutat Jardi Hotel Ciutat Jardi - page 10

4 nights - Sóller Hotel L’Avenida - page 22

This pleasant hotel is located at a higher level above the marina and within easy walking distance of the resort centre, where chic boutiques and restaurants line the harbourside.

This appealing hotel dates back to 1921. It was one of the first on the island and attracted a diversity of guests. Now, painstaking renovations have restored its former splendour.

Just five minutes from the town’s main square, this 100-year-old mansion house, originally built by a student of Gaudi, is now an elegant, cool and chic hotel, with luxuriously stunning interior design.

2 nights - Port de Sóller Hotel Aimia - page 24

4 nights - Cala Sant Vicenç Hotel Cala Sant Vicenç - page 29

5 nights - Valldemossa Hotel Valldemossa - page 19

A most attractive ultra-modern, designer hotel with fashionable minimalist styling. Located just behind the sea front first line, it is a mere oneminute walk from the main promenade.

A modern hotel quietly located 200 metres from the sea with an attractive swimming pool and a beautifully appointed interior enhanced by pastel colour schemes and comfortable furnishings.

This delightful boutique hotel is the epitome of luxury and good taste, with every room a visual delight. It is situated on the side of a valley overlooking the famous Monastery.

3 nights - Port de Pollença Finca Llenaire - page 25

3 nights - Bendinat Hotel Bendinat - page 14

5 nights - Puigpunyent Gran Hotel Son Net - page 19

Located in the midst of fields and open countryside, this small and very luxurious hotel offers fabulous far reaching views over the Bay of Pollença, a few minutes drive from the resort.

A captivating small Mallorcan style hotel peacefully located in a residential enclave at the edge of the sea. The famous Port de Portals Marina, with exclusive restaurants, is nearby.

At the top of a hillside sheltered by the Tramuntana mountains, this stately property, with a dramatically impressive interior is home to one of the most exclusive hotels on the island.

Low season:

7 nights from £769

Low season:

10 nights from £1115

Low season:

14 nights from £1789

High season:

7 nights from £939

High season:

10 nights from £1319

High season:

14 nights from £2399

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

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Touring Spain & Portugal

Toledo, Ávila & Majestic Castles

An Andalucian Journey

A short trip covering two famous towns and the lesser known west of Spain staying in former castles and palaces. This evocative itinerary will long linger in your memory. Add some time in Madrid if you wish.

The magic of Andalucia where Moorish and Christian cultures have created a very special part of Spain. Your visit to the Seville, Córdoba and Granada triangle will be a fascinating experience. Add some time in Seville if you wish.

Ávila - Parador Raimundo de Borgoña - 1 night

Nerja - Parador de Nerja - 1 night

Converted from a 15th century palace in this famous walled town (page 59).

A modern building on top of the cliffs alongside the sea, with a splendid garden (page 65).

Jarandilla de la Vera - Parador Carlos V - 1 night A former 15th century castle with a drawbridge, in a lovely forest setting (page 64).

Oropesa - Parador Virrey Toledo - 1 night Converted from a 14th century castle and offering views of the Gredos mountains (page 65).

Toledo - Hostal del Cardenal - 2 nights Full of period charm and well located for exploring this town of olden mixed cultures (page 58).

Low season: 5 nights from £479

High season: 5 nights from £669

Granada - Parador San Francisco - 2 nights

A 15th century former convent, situated within the Alhambra Gardens precinct (page 64).

Córdoba - Parador La Arruzafa - 1 night

A modern hotel located just outside this centre of Moorish culture (page 63).

Carmona - Parador Alcázar del Rey Don Pedro 2 nights An easy drive into Seville and enjoying views over the River Corbones (page 63).

Ronda - Parador de Ronda - 1 night

Close to the bridge over the gorge which splits this famous town in two (page 65).

Low season: 7 nights from £479

High season: 7 nights from £669

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded. Madrid.

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded. Málaga.

Spanish Discovery

Castles & Monasteries

This is green Spain at its best. The wonderful Asturias scenery leads to the rolling plains and high sierras of Cantabria. The towns of Segovia, Ávila, Salamanca and León are filled with cultural and historic treasures.

Experience the past with this tour of Pousadas and Paradores which have been created from ancient castles and monasteries. The tour will give an insight into the varied history and heritage of the two countries.

Burgos - Hotel Gran Teatro - 1 night A beautiful former theatre in a privileged location near the cathedral (page 59).

Rascafriá - Hotel Santa Maria de El Paular - 2 nights This hotel occupies part of a 15th century monastery in a glorious wooded setting (page 59).

Segovia - Parador de Segovia - 2 nights

A modern property with fine views set in a town filled with sightseeing treasures (page 66).

Ávila - Parador Raimundo de Borgoña - 1 night Converted from a 15th century palace in this famous walled town (page 62).

Salamanca - Palacio de Castellanos - 2 nights An architectural gem concealed behind an ancient façade in this centre of learning (page 59).

Benavente - Parador Fernando II de León - 2 nights Created from a former castle with parts dating back to 1176 (page 63).

León - Parador Hostal San Marcos - 1 night

Évora - Pousada dos Lóios - 1 night Converted from a 14th century monastery, the bedrooms were the monks’ cells (page 81).

Mérida - Parador Via de la Plata - 1 night A former 18th century convent, installed on the remains of a temple (page 65).

Guadalupe - Parador Zurbarán - 2 nights A 15th century building, formerly the Hospital of St John the Baptist (page 64).

Jarandilla de la Vera - Parador Carlos V - 2 nights A former 15th century castle with a drawbridge, in a lovely forest setting (page 64).

Ciudad Rodrigo - Parador Enrique II - 1 night A castle set on the river Águeda, ideally positioned for admiring the landscapes of the Campo Charro (page 63).

Coimbra - Quinta das Lagrimas - 2 nights

A building of exceptional architectural interest in this medieval town (page 64).

A lovely hotel renovated from a 19th century mansion, with classic furniture and antiques (page 74).

Beautifully located in the Picos de Europa mountains, with lovely scenery (page 64).

Set in a castle, filled with antiques and suits of armour, in this medieval walled town (page 82).

Fuente Dé - Parador Rió Deva - 2 nights Escalante - Hotel San Roman de Escalante - 1 night

Óbidos - Pousada do Castelo - 1 night

An atmospheric property in the wonderful Cantabrian countryside (page 56).

Low season: 14 nights from £1379

High season: 14 nights from £1695

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded. Bilbao.

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Low season: 10 nights from £925

High season: 10 nights from £1279

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded. Lisbon.

Manor House Tour This very leisurely itinerary will take you through some of the best scenery in Portugal. The selected Manor Houses will certainly complement your journey with their traditional atmosphere.

Setúbal - Pousada São Filipe - 1 night

Barcelos - Quinta do Convento de Franqueira - 2 nights

Converted from the Governor’s House, built inside the 1590-built fortress (page 82).

Originally a 16th century convent with its own Vinho Verde vineyard (page 79).

Évora - Pousada dos Lóios - 1 night Converted from a 14th century monastery, the bedrooms were the monks’ cells (page 81).

Estremoz - Hotel Convento de São Paulo - 2 nights Beautifully converted from a 12th century convent with numerous historical connections (page 75).

Óbidos - Pousada do Castelo - 1 night

Lamego - Casa de Santo Antonio de Britiande - 2 nights A little gem with its own tiny chapel where Mass is still held for the locals (page 78).

Viseu - Estalagem Casa d’Azurara - 2 nights A comfortable 18th century Manor house within easy reach of the Dao vineyards (page 79).

Set in a castle, filled with antiques and suits of armour, in this medieval walled town (page 82).

Luso - Vila Duparchy - 2 nights

Sintra - Hotel Tivoli Sintra - 2 nights

A house dating back to the Napoleonic era on a hillside near the Buçaco forest (page 78).

An excellent modern hotel facing the Royal Summer Palace and enjoying sweeping views (page 73).

Low season: 7 nights from £569

High season: 7 nights from £859

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded. Lisbon.

Low season: 8 nights from £639

High season: 8 nights from £779

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded. Porto.

Lesser-Known Portugal

The Heartland

The Costa Verde region is an ever-changing panorama of tree clad mountains and rolling countryside. It is the home of the Vinho Verde and Port wine vineyards which line this peacefully meandering Douro River.

The regions of Alentejo in Portugal and the Extremadura in Spain form the extraordinary heartland of the Iberian peninsular. It is an area often missed by tourists and this is a voyage of discovery not to be hurried.

Porto - Hotel Infante de Sagres - 1 night

Arraiolos - Pousada Sta da Assunção - 2 nights

A traditional property located in the historical centre of this town steeped in local heritage (page 73).

Murtosa - Pousada da Ria - 1 night

Located on an isthmus connecting two beaches, in an area of unique beauty (page 82).

Coimbra - Quinta das Lagrimas - 2 nights A lovely hotel renovated from a 19th century mansion, with classic furniture and antiques (page 74).

Vila Pouca da Beira - Pousada Convento do Desagravo - 2 nights An 18th century former convent in an area of outstanding natural beauty (page 83).

Pinhão - Vintage House Hotel - 1 night Formerly a quinta owned by a famous Port Wine House, standing on the banks of the Douro (page 74).

Miranda do Douro - Estalagem Santa Catarina - 1 night Located at the edge of the Douro river gorge on the borders of Spain (page 77).

Bragança - Pousada de São Bartolomeu - 1 night Located within the walls of the former castle offering superb views over the old walled town (page 81).

Caniçada - Pousada São Bento - 2 nights

Built in the style of a hunting lodge and set high on a picturesque mountainside (page 81).

Guimarães - Pousada de Santa Maria de Oliveira - 2 nights

Touring Spain & Portugal

The Portuguese Heritage This cultural and majestic tour reflects the imperial past of Portugal. Your time will be spent in a lovely medieval walled town, a beautiful former convent and in a superb palace. You will be fascinated by the history and architecture.

Converted from an ancient convent and set just outside the village in the countryside (page 80).

Mérida - Parador Via de la Plata - 1 night A former 18th century convent, installed on the remains of a temple (page 65).

Guadalupe - Parador Zurbarán - 2 nights A 15th century building, formerly the Hospital of St John the Baptist (page 64).

Cáceres - Parador de Cáceres - 1 night Located in the heart of the historical and artistic quarter of this World Heritage Site (page 63).

Crato - Pousada Flor da Rosa - 1 night A castle, convent and palace dating back to 1356 and built in different periods (page 81).

Estremoz - Hotel Convento de São Paulo - 2 nights Beautifully converted from a 12th century convent with numerous historical connections (page 75).

Lisbon - Hotel Tivoli Lisboa - 2 nights This first class hotel is ideally placed within easy reach of all the city attractions (page 72).

In the centre of the town traditionally known as the birthplace of the Portuguese nation (page 81).

Low season: 13 nights from £975

High season: 13 nights from £1489

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded. Porto.

Low season: 11 nights from £995

High season: 11 nights from £1335

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded. Lisbon.

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Touring Madeira

Gardens & Levadas

Traditional Elegance

Quintas of Madeira

Spend a few days in Estreito de Camara de Lobos, before moving on to the hills high above Funchal – take the cable car down to the bustling city, play a round of golf or stroll around beautiful gardens. The perfect way to explore the island’s gardens and levadas.

Experience the epitome of traditional elegance. Spend a few days enjoying panoramic views from high above Funchal, before entering the bustle and local colour of the city in which the hotels are lovely havens of serenity.

Tour between the Charming Hotels, a collection of high quality hotels, where great service combines with excellent locations and elegant decorations. All are lovingly restored manor houses with old world charm and wonderful attention to detail.

2 nights - Estreito de Camara de Lobos Estalagem Quinta do Estreito - page 92

4 nights - Sao Gonçalo Casa Velha do Palheiro - page 91

3 nights - Estreito Quinta do Estreito - page 92

A charming hotel created around a century old manor house. Located 400 metres above sea level on the outskirts of a small village amid quiet surroundings and enjoying fine coastal views.

On the outskirts of Funchal, this former 18th century hunting lodge has been transformed into an exclusive country house style hotel. It offers direct access to the famous Golf Course.

A charming hotel created around a century old manor house. Located 400 metres above sea level on the outskirts of a small village amid quiet surroundings and enjoying fine coastal views.

2 nights - Monte Quinta do Monte - page 92

3 nights - Funchal Quinta da Bela Vista - page 91

3 nights - Monte Quinta do Monte - page 92

One of the most sought after places to stay outside of Funchal. This superbly created hotel is based around an historic quinta which contrasts with a modernist extension.

A gracious 1840 residence on the outskirts of Funchal with lovely views towards the mountains and the sea, graceful antique furnishings and fine prints.

One of the most sought after places to stay outside of Funchal. This superbly created hotel is based around an historic Quinta which contrasts with a modernist extension.

3 nights - Sao Gonçalo Casa Velha do Palheiro - page 91

3 nights - Funchal Reid’s Palace Hotel - page 86

4 nights - Funchal Quinta das Vistas - page 88

On the outskirts of Funchal, this former 18th century hunting lodge has been transformed into an exclusive country house style hotel. It is situated adjacent to the Palheiro Gardens.

The quintessence of luxury, comfort and tradition, Reid’s Palace is synonymous with Madeira. This oasis of traditional charm and elegance stands in sub-tropical gardens.

This prestigious hotel is superbly positioned with fabulous views towards the mountains and sea. Step inside to ‘authentic old Madeira’ with its romantic colonial atmosphere.

Low season:

7 nights from £569

Low season:

10 nights from £1189

Low season:

10 nights from £679

High season:

7 nights from £749

High season:

10 nights from £1339

High season:

10 nights from £1015

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

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Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded.

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded.

Dordogne & The Loire A combination of the two most famous regions in France will give you the best of both worlds. Visit other lovely classic châteaux as you tour The Loire and, later on, capture the beautiful Dordogne scenery.

Fère-en-Tardenois - Château de Fère - 1 night A delightful property set in grounds which contain ruins of a medieval castle (page 100).

Gilly-lès-Citeaux - Château de Gilly - 2 nights A former Cistercian abbatial palace, this property has become an historic monument (page 104).

Condrieu - Hôtellerie Beau Rivage - 1 night

A lovely house occupying a remarkable position on the banks of the river Rhône (page 104).

Castillon-du-Gard - Le Vieux Castillon - 2 nights A property of unique character, located in a picturesque medieval village (page 110).

Carcassonne - Le Domaine d’Auriac - 2 nights A gracious period property standing in parkland well placed for exploring Carcassonne (page 109).

Mercuès - Château de Mercuès - 2 nights

Saint Pierre du Vauvray - Hostellerie Saint-Pierre - 1 night A classic Normandy half-timbered building in an enviable position on the banks of the Seine (page 101).

Luynes - Domaine de Beauvois - 2 nights

In the centre of a 350 acre wooded park, this property dates back to the 16th century (page 102).

Asnières-sur-Nouère - Hostellerie du Maine Brun - 1 night A charming country inn style hotel created from a renovated mill on the banks of the river Nouère (page 106).

Varetz - Château de Castel Novel - 3 nights

This elegant property originates from medieval times and is situated in a natural environment (page 107).

Nieuil - Château de Nieuil - 2 nights

This château was a former residence of the Bishop-Counts of Cahors and dates back to the 12th century (page 107).

This beautiful property, located in a 350-acre park, was formerly a hunting lodge for King François I (page 106).

This beautiful period property, located in a 350-acre park, was formerly a hunting lodge for King François I (page 106).

This famous property epitomises the grandeur of the nearby royal estates (page 103).

Nieuil - Château de Nieuil 1 night

Luynes - Domaine de Beauvois - 2 nights

In the centre of a 350 acre wooded park, this property dates back to the 16th century (page 102).

Saint Pierre du Vauvray - Hostellerie Saint-Pierre - 1 night

Touring France

The Grand Tour There is so much to see and enjoy in France, so why not stay longer. Your travel will be in easy stages using the good French motorway system. This tour combines some of our favourite hotels.

Montbazon - Château d’Artigny - 1 night

Sainte-Symphorien-le-Château - Château d’Esclimont - 1 night Built in 1543 and surrounded by a moat within a 150 acre estate (page 100).

A classic Normandy half-timbered building in an enviable position on the banks of the Seine (page 101).

Low season: 14 nights from £1769

High season: 14 nights from £2059

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded. Paris.

Low season: 11 nights from £1179

High season: 11 nights from £1399

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded. Paris.

Heading South

Both Sides of The Pyrénées

Follow your natural instincts and head towards the sun and the South of France. There are many good things to enjoy en-route from historic châteaux to excellent regional cuisine and, of course, some fine scenery.

This tour will provide wonderful views of the Pyrénées. Firstly from the scenic foothills in France and again later on when you cross the border into a part of Spain which is reminiscent of the Alps. The return to France is by a different route.

Sainte-Symphorien-le-Château - Château d’Esclimont - 2 nights Built in 1543 and surrounded by a moat within a 150 acre estate (page 100).

Gilly-lès-Citeaux - Château de Gilly - 2 nights A former Cistercian abbatial palace, this property has become an historic monument (page 104).

Sauveterre-de-Comminges - Hostellerie des Sept Molles - 2 nights In a beautiful position and surrounded by peaceful countryside (page 109).

Vielha - Parador Valle d’Arán - 2 nights

Condrieu Hôtellerie Beau-Rivage - 1 night

This parador offers spectacular views and is a must for nature lovers (page 67).

A lovely house occupying a remarkable position on the banks of the river Rhône (page 104).

Seu d’Urgell - Hotel El Castell - 2 nights

Castillon-du-Gard - Le Vieux Castillon - 2 nights

A stylish hotel with stunning views set in lovely countryside (page 53).

A property of unique character, located in a picturesque medieval village (page 110).

Carcassonne - Domaine d’Auriac - 1 night

Saint-Paul - Le Mas d’Artigny - 3 nights

A gracious period property standing in parkland, well placed for exploring Carcassonne (page 109).

This resort style hotel stands in a 20-acre park overlooking St-Paul-de-Vence (page 111).

Low season: 10 nights from £1309

High season: 10 nights from £1525

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded. Into Paris, out of Nice.

Low season: 7 nights from £765

High season: 7 nights from £959

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & Group A airport car hire - flights excluded. Toulouse.

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Two-Centres

Estoril & Funchal

Barcelona & Palma 4 nights - Barcelona

4 nights - Estoril

The vibrant capital of Catalonia differs from the rest of Spain. A city with its own sense of style typified by Gaudi’s architecture, life centres on the Ramblas, a street which never sleeps. Stay 4 nights here in Duques de Bergara (page 54).

Terraced cafes and bars line the promenade by the side of a picturesque sandy beach. Enjoy spectacular shows, gaming and dining at the famous Casino, or visit Lisbon or Sintra for sightseeing. Stay 4 nights here in Palacio (page 70).

3 nights - Palma

3 nights - Funchal

This historic city is an architectural gem. Dominated by the vast Cathedral, hundreds of tiny shops in the old town lanes contrast with international designer boutiques on the main streets. Stay 3 nights here in Jaime III (page 13).

Elegant colonial style architecture gives a graceful air to the busy narrow streets. The daily fruit and fish market is ablaze with local colour. This bustling city by the sea is ever vibrant. Stay 3 nights here in Melia Madeira Mare (page 89).

Low season: 7 nights from £689

High season: 7 nights from £779

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded

Lake Geneva & Lake Como

Low season: 7 nights from £685

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded

Baden-Baden & Bellagio

3 nights - Lake Geneva The enchanting town of Vevey has medieval shopping lanes hidden behind a flower-lined lakeside promenade bordering the Grande-Place, a vast square, home to a twice weekly market. Stay 3 nights here in Trois Couronnes (page 97).

3 nights - Bellagio

High season: 7 nights from £1989

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded

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4 nights - Baden-Baden At the edge of the Black Forest, this is the most famous spa town in Germany. Delightful flower filled gardens and parks complement the stately Belle Époque buildings and contemporary architecture. Stay 4 nights here in Brenner’s Park (page 94).

4 nights - Lake Como Explore enticing shops in cobbled stepped alleyways, people-watch at bars and cafes while enjoying wonderful views across the lake to the distant Alps. Take boat trips to lakeside villages. Stay 4 nights here in Villa Serbelloni (page 94).

Low season: 7 nights from £1745

High season: 7 nights from £825

Explore enticing shops in cobbled stepped alleyways, people-watch at bars and cafes while enjoying wonderful views across the lake to the distant Alps. Take boat trips to lakeside villages. Stay 4 nights here in Villa Serbelloni (page 94).

Low season: 7 nights from £1559

High season: 7 nights from £1655

Guide price per person sharing standard room with breakfast & private transfers - flights excluded

Special Offers & Incentives

1. Return flights or car ferry or Eurotunnel service to your destination

Our long-standing close relationship with hoteliers produces special offers that are exclusive to us such as: free nights, room upgrades, complimentary meals, free or reduced cost rates for spa treatments, sports and gym facilities and green fees.

country except where you have chosen to make your own transport arrangements. 2. Exclusive return private transfers from destination airport to hotel or a Group A self-drive airport car if stated in the brochure hotel page – neither applies to an own car motoring holiday. 3. Group A self-drive airport car hire on inclusive fly-drive holidays. 4. Airport Passenger Tax (APD) currently £12 per person (£24 in Business or Club Class) imposed by UK Government and £2.50 per person ATOL Protection Contribution (APC) payable by us to Civil Aviation Authority 5. Airline baggage charges (if made) covering one in-hold suitcase per seated passenger excluding any excess baggage charges. 6. UK & European Union VAT, local taxes and hotel service charges. 7. Hotel accommodation and meals as specified on our holiday confirmation invoice. 8. The assistance of our overseas staff, agents and representatives and a full concierge service in Mallorca and Madeira. 9. Quality travel documentation wallet, baggage tags, hotel vouchers, detailed travel itinerary, essential and useful information leaflets and a driving map for clients booking car hire or on a touring holiday. Clients making a “Hotel Only’ booking will benefit from Nos. 2, 6, 7, 8 and 9 - but with a briefer itinerary. Not included: Travel from your home to transportation departure point, cot and infant food charges, optional pre-booked seats on aircraft, optional speedy boarding charges, excess baggage charges, chargeable in-flight meals and beverages, additional meals and services ordered at hotels or elsewhere, charge for second driver of hire car where applicable, breakdown or accident recovery insurance for your own car, fuel, road tolls and similar charges.

Late Bookings It’s never too late to book! We can confirm your flight in minutes and hotel space usually within the hour. We use Royal Mail Special Delivery to ensure the travel pack reaches you next day or, for a really last minute booking, essential documents will be sent by email to you or your travel agent.

Visit our website www.castaways.co.uk for the latest offers including some very attractive early booking incentives or call our reservations department 01737 812255.

Airlines We can book flights on every airline operating out of the UK and the EU. Fly from your local airport direct to the holiday destination. If there is no direct service, we can route you indirectly or make alternative suggestions.

Holiday Information

The Holiday Price Includes

Wherever possible, we give you a choice of airlines and departure times – it’s all part of the Castaways service.

Airline Baggage Allowance In-hold baggage allowances range from 15kgs, 18kgs, 20kgs to 23kgs per seated passenger depending on the airline. Club or Business Class travel is usually 30kgs. Excess baggage is always chargeable and many airlines make a charge for the carriage of golf clubs. If you have entrusted flight arrangements to us, details of the applicable in-hold allowance together with the permitted cabin baggage size and weight restrictions will be detailed in the travel documentation. Where an airline makes a charge for the first item of checked baggage per passenger, it will have been pre-paid by us on your behalf, excess weight charges excluded.

Delays If you have the misfortune to experience a delay at your point of departure, you should obtain information and make yourself known to the airline or your transport operator. An airline is responsible for your welfare once you have checked-in. If there is a delay exceeding 2 or 3 hours – according to flight distance, the airline must provide refreshments/meal and two free telephone calls/emails. In a delay exceeding 5 hours, passengers are entitled to overnight hotel accommodation or a ticket refund instead.

Delay Compensation Paying for the Holiday Initial deposit: The standard deposit is £195 per person, infants excepted. We may ask for a higher deposit if the air seat cost exceeds this amount. Holiday balance: This is payable ten weeks prior to departure. The full holiday cost is immediately payable for bookings made within this period. How to pay: If you book through a travel agent, all payments should be made to that agent. Clients booking direct with us can pay by cheque, credit or debit card. No charge is made for debit cards but a 2% fee will be added for credit cards.

Holiday Prices Brochure prices are for guidance only and an exact costing will be given at the time of booking. This flexibility enables us to tailor everything to your requirements, source the lowest available air fare and give you full advantage of any promotions or offers.

Once booked the holiday price is fully guaranteed against any form of surcharge or increase

In the most unlikely event of your flight or ferry being delayed by more than 24 hours, most holiday insurance policies will cover your cancellation charges (excluding a small excess) if you decide to cancel as a result of the delay. Alternatively, you can usually claim progressive compensation up to a certain limit if you decide to travel. Claims must be made directly to the insurance company concerned. This is one of the many reasons why Holiday Insurance is essential - see page 122.

Choice of Hotel The star grading displayed for each establishment is the official tourism rating for the type and style of hotel. These can fall into various classifications and classes which will also differ from country to country. We are always happy to advise and assist you in choosing the hotel that best meets your requirements.

Room Descriptions The photograph of any bedroom appearing in this brochure has been supplied by the hotel. It does not follow that all rooms are exactly the same as, in any establishment, bedrooms can vary in size, décor and style. Rooms with twin beds or a double bed are similarly classified by all hotels. If you have a personal preference, we shall be happy to pass a special request to the hotel but on the strict understanding it cannot be guaranteed and is expressly excluded from any contract between us.

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Holiday Information

Hotel Check-in

Taking Your Own Car

It is customary for hotel rooms to be ready for occupation from 15.00 hours onwards, so please bear this in mind if you travel on early morning flights from the UK.

A copy of the vehicle registration document must be carried together with a licence for every intended driver. There are other regulations covering breakdown triangles, lamps, reflective jackets and spectacles etc. We strongly recommend you check the requirements of countries being visited. The AA or RAC can advise.

Conversely, you will be expected to vacate your room before 12.00 on the day of departure. If you would like a later check-out, please discuss this with the hotel on the day previous. You may be charged for the facility.

Hotel Meals All of our holidays include breakfast which, depending on the hotel, can be simple Continental or a full buffet. Half board is breakfast and evening meal. Speciality dishes or à la carte menus will incur extra cost. Some hotels may allow you to take lunch instead of dinner. However this is a matter for you to agree with the hotel after arrival, as it is beyond our jurisdiction.

Refunds We regret no refund will be given by us if hotel meals are missed or not taken. This same policy applies if hotel rooms are vacated prior to the end of the booked period or car hire is cancelled or reduced in duration after arrival.

Reduced Prices for Children & Teenagers We give reductions for children or teenagers sharing a room with two persons paying the full holiday cost. At some hotels, it is necessary to book an upgraded room in order to have an extra bed. In the case of a second child sharing, making four persons in the room, it will be subject to a special request as most hotels restrict room capacity because of reservation policy or room size. We shall be happy to advise on the suitability of any hotel for children prior to a booking being made. A few of our hotels do not accept children or have age limits. Where applicable, this fact can be found after the hotel description.

Infants An administration and ticketing charge of £35-£50 is made for air-travel infants who must be under two years on the return date of travel. Infants do not have an aircraft seat or baggage allowance. Any cot and food charges are payable by you to the hotel.

Brochure Descriptions As this brochure is valid for year round departures and covers all four seasons, some facilities and entertainments mentioned in hotel and resort descriptions may not be available in winter or low season periods or if there is insufficient demand. Their provision could also be limited or withdrawn as a result of weather conditions or essential maintenance at any time of the year. In terms of personal expectations, clients should be mindful that a gym or fitness centre in any hotel may have a limited range of equipment. In support of energy conservation, many hotels restrict the operation of airconditioning to specific periods or local humidity levels. Equally, a swimming pool may not be heated to your personal preference or perhaps not at all if the hotel management consider it unnecessary. Regretfully, decisions of this nature are beyond our control. Finally, most hotels levy a charge for use of facilities such as: watersports, tennis and squash courts, sauna, massage, health club treatments, room safe, cots, baby-sitting and, sometimes, there is a nominal charge for sun beds, umbrellas, beach towels and car parking. You may wish to check the cost locally before using any of these or similar facilities.

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Brochure Accuracy Although the descriptions relating to resorts and hotels have been fully checked by our staff for accuracy, there is always a possibility some details may alter after this brochure has been printed. Naturally, if we become aware of any changes that might affect your choice of hotel or resort, you or your travel agent will be informed at the time of booking. This is in accordance with our strict commitment to quality customer service.

Building Work & General Noise We shall always endeavour to notify you when we learn of any specific construction or other work which may reasonably be considered to significantly adversely affect the enjoyment of your holiday. If possible and appropriate, you will be offered an alternative similar grade hotel or hotel of your choosing subject to availability and payment of any price differential. More general noise may trouble some clients but not others. As an example, some hotel bedrooms may face a street or road where traffic sounds are inescapable. A nearby discotheque could be audible. Equally, hotels open all year may need to undertake essential work albeit with every attempt to minimise inconvenience to guests.

Travel Advice The Foreign & Commonwealth Office produces up-to-date travel information to help British travellers make informed decisions about travelling abroad – telephone 0870 606 0290 or visit www.fco.gov/knowbeforeyougo.

Passports & Visas A valid passport is a requirement whenever you travel outside the UK and applies to infants and children alike. Many countries require its validity to extend six months after entry. You can apply for a new passport nine months before it expires. Always make an application in good time as delays at the Passport Service are commonplace. If it is a first passport, a personal interview is required to confirm identity. Passport Office Helpline: 09118 141 270. If you are a British Citizen a visa is not required for any destination in this brochure. If you hold a restricted British passport or it was issued in any other country, EU or otherwise, you should obtain visa information from your Embassy. We are unable to accept responsibility for travel or entry refusals caused by invalid travel documents. When making a booking, it is important to ensure passenger names are identical to the passport as any difference will invalidate tickets and incur an amendment fee or the need to buy a new ticket.

Health Regulations Your usual holiday insurance cover should always be supplemented by the European Health Insurance card (EHIC) which gives entitlement to reduced cost medical treatment in all our destinations. The Department of Health website www.dh.gov.uk tells you how to obtain a card which is issued free of charge. If you already hold an EHIC, please check its validity as all cards have an expiry date. There are no inoculation requirements for our holidays at the time this brochure was printed but your doctor will be able to give any updated information.

Force majeure We will not pay you compensation if we have to cancel or change your travel arrangements in any way because of unusual or unforeseeable circumstances beyond our control. These can include, for example, war, riot, industrial dispute, terrorist activity and its consequences, natural or nuclear disaster, fire, adverse weather conditions, epidemics and pandemics, unavoidable technical problems with transport. Alterations on your part If, after our confirmation invoice has been issued, you wish to change your travel arrangements in any way, for example your chosen departure date or accommodation, we will do our utmost to make these changes but it may not always be possible. Any request for changes to be made must be in writing from the person who made the booking or your travel agent. You will be asked to pay an administration charge of £30 per person and any further cost we incur in making this alteration. You should be aware that these costs could increase the closer to the departure date that changes are made and you should contact us as soon as possible. Travel arrangements may not be changeable after a reservation has been made and any alteration request could incur a cancellation of up to 100% of that part of the arrangements. Alterations cannot be made within 28 days of departure and any such request for an alteration will be treated as a cancellation of the original booking and will be subject to the relevant cancellation charges shown in the table below. Any request for a change to the date of your holiday will be treated as a cancellation (incurring the applicable cancellation charges) and a new booking and the appropriate terms of these booking conditions will apply. The addition of car hire, extra persons, meals, in-flight meals or reserved seats at any time will not be penalised except where made within 21 days of departure when an amendment charge will be applied. Once the holiday has commenced, no refund will be made if accommodation is not occupied or is vacated prior to the end of the booked period or if pre-paid meals are not taken or car hire is cancelled or reduced in duration.

Booking Conditions

Your financial protection We provide full financial protection for our package holidays. When you buy an ATOL protected air holiday package from us you will receive a confirmation invoice from us or via our authorised agent through which you booked confirming your arrangements and your protection under our Air Travel Organiser’s Licence number 1140. In the unlikely event of our insolvency, the CAA will ensure that you are not stranded abroad and will arrange to refund any money you have paid to us for an advance booking. For further information visit the ATOL website www.atol.org.uk. When you buy accommodation-only or a holiday that does not include a flight, protection is provided by way of a bond given by Barclays Bank plc and held by ABTA. Booking your holiday Our Booking Conditions together with the Holiday Information contained in this brochure and website form the basis of your contract with us. Please read them carefully as they set out our respective rights and obligations. If you had not seen these terms and conditions when you made your booking and you are not happy to proceed with the booking now that you have seen them please return all documentation to us or to your travel agent, within 7 days of receiving these booking conditions. Your booking will be cancelled and your monies will be returned in full, provided you have not commenced your travel. This clause does not apply if your booking was made within 10 weeks of travel. Important – We do not make provisional bookings or hold options. Therefore, at that point when a telephone booking is made by you or your travel agent and it is verbally accepted by us, you are immediately committed and a contract will have been made between us in accordance with these Booking Conditions. You will then be liable for the deposit or full payment in the case of a late booking. Except for flight inclusive bookings, all monies you pay to one of our authorised travel agents for your arrangements with us will be held by that agent on your behalf until we issue our confirmation invoice, after which your agent will hold the monies on our behalf. For flight inclusive bookings, all monies paid to such agents for your holiday with us will be held on our behalf until they are paid to us or refunded to you. Deposits and final payments The deposit payable at time of booking is £195 per person (infants excepted) or the amount agreed at time of booking. The balance of the holiday cost must be received by us not less than ten weeks prior to departure. Bookings made within this period necessitate immediate full payment. Clients booking direct with us can pay by cheque or debit card but, where a credit card is used, a 2% fee will be added to the amount being paid. Holiday prices We reserve the right to alter brochure and website prices. We shall inform you of the current price of anything you wish to book before your contract is confirmed. The price of your travel arrangements is fully guaranteed and will not be subject to any surcharges. Changes and cancellation by us It is unlikely that we will have to make any changes to your travel arrangements, but we do plan the arrangements many months in advance. Occasionally, we may have to make changes and we reserve the right to do so at any time. Most of these changes will be minor and we will advise you or your travel agent of them at the earliest possible date. We also reserve the right in any circumstances to cancel your travel arrangements. However, we will not cancel your travel arrangements less than ten weeks before your departure date, except for reasons of force majeure or failure by you to pay the final balance. If we are unable to provide the booked travel arrangements, you can either have a refund of all monies paid or accept an offer of alternative travel arrangements of comparble standard from us, if available (we will refund any price difference if the alternative is of a lower value). If it is necessary to cancel your travel arrangements, we will pay you compensation based on the number of days before departure within which notice of Cancellation or a major change is received by us or notified to you: 56+ Nil, 56-29 £10, 28-15 £20, 14-0 £30. The compensation we offer does not exclude you from claiming more if you are entitled to do so. In accordance with EU regulations 2111/2005 we are required to advise you of the actual carrier operating your flight/connecting flight/transfer. We do this by informing you of the name of the airline at the time of booking. Any changes to the actual airline after you have received your tickets will be notified to you as soon as possible and in all cases at check-in or at the boarding gate. Such a change is deemed to be a minor change. Other examples of minor changes include alteration of your outward/return flights by less than eight hours, changes to aircraft type, change of accommodation to another of the same standard. If we make a major change to your holiday, we will inform you or your travel agent as soon as reasonably possible if there is time before your departure. You will have the choice of either accepting the change of arrangements, accepting an offer of alternative travel arrangements of comparable standard from us if available (we will refund any price difference if the alternative is of a lower value), or cancelling your booked holiday and receiving a full refund of all monies paid. In all cases, except where the major change arises due to reasons of force majeure, we will pay compensation as detailed above.

If any member of your party is prevented from travelling, that person may transfer their place to someone else introduced by you providing we are notified not less than three weeks prior to departure. Where a transfer to a person of your choice can be made, all costs and charges incurred by us and/or imposed by any of our suppliers as a result, together with an amendment fee of £75 must be paid before the transfer is effected. For flight inclusive bookings, you must also pay the charges levied by the airline. As most airlines do not permit name changes after tickets have been issued for any reason, these charges are likely to be the full cost of the flight. Cancellation by you You, or any member of your party, may cancel your travel arrangements at any time. Written notification from the person who made the booking or your travel agent on your behalf must be received at our offices. Since we incur costs in cancelling your travel arrangements, you will have to pay the applicable cancellation charges up to the maximum shown below. If the reason for your cancellation is covered under the terms of an insurance policy, you may be able to reclaim these charges. Period before departure within which written cancellation is received

more than 56 days

56-29 days

28-22 days

21-15 days

14-8 days

7-0 days

Cancellation charge (which includes deposit paid) as % of the total price

Deposit

50%

60%

70%

90%

100%

Our liability If the contract we have with you is not performed or is improperly performed by us or our suppliers we will pay you appropriate compensation if this has affected the enjoyment of your travel arrangements. However we will not be liable where any failure in the performance of the contract is due to: you; or a third party unconnected with the provision of your travel arrangements and where the failure is unforeseeable or unavoidable; or unusual and unforeseeable circumstances beyond our control, the consequences of which could not have been avoided even if all due care had been exercised; or an event which we or our suppliers, even with all due care, could not foresee or forestall. Our liability, except in cases involving death, injury or illness, shall be limited to a maximum of twice the cost of your travel arrangements. Our liability will also be limited in accordance with and/or in an identical manner to (a) The contractual terms of the companies that provide the transportation for your travel arrangements. These terms are incorporated into this contract; and (b) Any relevant international convention, for example the Montreal Convention in respect of travel by air, the Athens Convention in respect of travel by sea, the Berne Convention in respect of travel by rail and the Paris Convention in respect of the provision of accommodation, which limit the amount of compensation that you can claim for death, injury, delay to passengers and loss, damage and delay to luggage. We are to be regarded as having all benefit of any limitation of compensation contained in these or any conventions.

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You can ask for copies of the transport companies’ contractual terms, or the international conventions, from our office. Under EU law (Regulation 261/2004) you have rights in some circumstances to refunds and/or compensation from your airline in cases of denied boarding, cancellation or delay to flights. Full details of these rights will be publicised at EU airports and will also be available from airlines. However reimbursement in such cases will not automatically entitle you to a refund of your holiday cost from us. Your right to a refund and/or compensation from us is set out above. If any payments to you are due from us, any payment made to you by the airline will be deducted from this amount. If your airline does not comply with these rules you should complain to the Air Transport Users’ Council on 020 7240 6061 www.auc.org.uk. This brochure is our responsibility, as your tour operator. It is not issued on behalf of, and does not commit any airline whose services are used in the course of your travel arrangements. Please note that in accordance with Air Navigation Orders in order to qualify for infant status, a child must be under 2 years of age on the date of its return flight. Your responsibility Your specific passport and visa requirements, and other immigration requirements are your responsibility and you should confirm these with the relevant Embassies and/or Consulates. We do not accept any responsibility if you cannot travel because you have not complied with any passport, visa or immigration requirements. Complaints If you have a problem during your holiday you must inform the relevant supplier of services and our representative or agent immediately, who can then endeavour to put things right. This is particularly important at hotels, because we have no day to day control over their operation. However, if your complaint cannot be completely resolved locally, you must complete a Customer Services Report Form, which can be obtained from our local representative, stating full and final details of any dissatisfaction. This form must be submitted to us within 28 days of your return home. It is therefore a condition of this contract that you communicate any problem to the supplier of the services in question and to our representative or ourselves whilst in resort, obtain a written report form and ensure it reaches our UK office within the prescribed time. If you fail to follow this simple procedure any entitlement you may have to compensation may be extinguished, or at least substantially reduced, as we have been deprived of the opportunity to rectify the problem or undertake a timely investigation. Arbitration We are a Member of ABTA, membership number V6913. We are obliged to maintain a high standard of service to you by ABTA’s Code of Conduct. We can also offer you an arbitration scheme for the resolution of disputes arising out of, or in connection with this contract. The arbitration scheme is arranged by ABTA and administered independently by IDRS, part of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators. It provides for a simple and inexpensive method of arbitration on documents alone with restricted liability on you in respect of costs. The scheme does not apply to claims for an amount greater than £5,000 per person. There is also a limit of £25,000 per booking form. Neither does it apply to claims which are solely in respect of physical injury or illness or their consequences. The scheme can however deal with compensation claims which include an element of minor injury or illness subject to a limit of £1,000 on the amount the arbitrator can award per person in respect of this element. Your request for arbitration must be received by ABTA within twelve months of the date of return from holiday.

Outside this time limit arbitration under the Scheme may still be available if we agree, but the ABTA Code does not require such agreement. For injury and illness claims, you can request ABTA/IDRS Mediation Procedure and we have the option to agree to mediation. Further information on the Code and ABTA’s assistance in resolving disputes can be found on www.abta.com. Special requests and medical problems Although we will endeavour to pass any reasonable requests on to the relevant supplier, we regret that we cannot promise that any request will be complied with unless we have specifically confirmed this in writing. Confirmation that a special request has been noted or passed on to the supplier or the inclusion of the special request on your confirmation invoice or any other documentation is not confirmation that the request will be met. We regret that we are unable to accept a booking which is conditional on a special request being met. Also we regret that we are unable to retrieve personal possessions left behind in hotels or transport. If you or any member of your party has any medical problem or disability which may affect your chosen holiday arrangements, you must give us full details in writing at the time of booking. If we reasonably feel unable to properly accommodate the particular needs of the person(s) concerned, we will not confirm the booking or, if full details are not given at the time of booking, cancel when we become aware of these details. Excursions Excursions or other tours that you may choose to book or pay for whilst you are on holiday are not part of your package holiday provided by us. Data Protection For the purposes of the Data Protection Act 1998, we are a data controller. To enable us to complete your booking, we need to collect certain personal data from you such as passport details, passenger names and contact numbers, credit/debit card or other payment details, special needs, medical or dietary conditions. We take full responsibility to ensure the security of all this data. We need to pass these details to our suppliers e.g. airlines, hotels, car hire and transport companies, immigration and other public bodies, either voluntarily to facilitate the booking, or by law. Your contact details will enable us to mail future brochures or marketing offers. If you prefer not to have this contact, please inform us at the time of booking. Contract law and jurisdiction Your contract is with JA & AS Bissell trading as Castaways Worldwide Travel & Castaways World Holidays, 2-10 Cross Road, Tadworth, Surrey KT20 5UJ. This contract and all matters arising out of it are governed by English law unless proceedings are brought in Scotland or Northern Ireland or the Republic of Ireland in which case you may choose to have your contract governed by the law of Scotland/Northern Ireland/Republic of Ireland as applicable. We both agree that any dispute, claim or other matter which arises out of or in connection with this contract or your holiday will be dealt with under the ABTA Arbitration Scheme (see “Complaints”) or by the Courts of England and Wales unless proceedings are brought in Scotland, Northern Ireland or the Republic of Ireland in which case you may choose to have your contract governed by the law of these Countries as applicable. Package Holiday Regulations – Irish Republic: Our agent for service of any proceedings is: Frymount Limited, First floor, Fitzwilton House, Wilton Place, Dublin 2.

No part of this brochure may be reproduced for use in any other publication or media. Castaways and Unicorn Holidays names and logos are registered trade marks. Brochure published 7 Jan 2011.

Holiday Insurance Because it is vitally important to be protected for unexpected cancellation charges, medical expenses, air ambulance, baggage loss, personal accident, missed or delayed flight, our Booking Conditions require all persons to be suitably insured, as we categorically decline to accept liability for any loss or problem encountered as a result of any person being uninsured or having inadequate protection. You should purchase a suitable travel and holiday insurance policy as soon as possible after making a booking. Your travel agent will be able to assist. Other suppliers of insurance are banks, building societies, Post Office, insurance brokers and some supermarkets. Because of FSA regulations and the competitiveness of the insurance market, we do not offer cover ourselves.

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ACCREDITED AGENT

Castaways World Holidays 2-10 Cross Road, Tadworth, KT20 5UJ 01737 816500 Fax 01737 814465 www.castaways.co.uk e-mail: mail@castaways.co.uk

Castaways – a name in travel since 1970

Date today

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UK Departure Airport

European Return Airport

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Adults

Passport First Name

Children

Infants

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RESERVATIONS

01737 812255 or dial

07000 CASTAWAYS 2-10 Cross Road, Tadworth, KT20 5UJ Fax 01737 814465

sales@castaways.co.uk

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Special requests. Although we shall endeavour to meet these, no guarantee can be given and all requests are expressly excluded from any contract made between us.

Single Centre Hotel or Tour Name Order of stay

Arrival Date

Hotel No. in Brochure

BB / HB BB HB

Multi-centre Hotels

No. of nights

Order of stay

Arrival Date

Hotel No. in Brochure

Room Type

BB HB

Multi-centre Hotels

No. of nights

Number of Rooms at each Hotel

EUROTUNNEL OR CAR FERRY OUTWARD To Date

From

Room type

Self Drive Car Hire Group

Hire period in days

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Delivery date

YOUR CAR DETAILS Reg No.

EUROTUNNEL OR CAR FERRY INWARD To Date

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Collection date

Finish Airport/Hotel

If not known put TBA but we shall require final details eight weeks before departure

Make & Model

Age

Driver No. 1

Age

Driver No. 2 (1) I have read and accept, on behalf of all persons travelling, the Booking Conditions on pages 121-122. (2) I confirm all persons hold adequate holiday insurance cover for medical expenses, baggage, cancellation and other losses as detailed on page 122. (3) I confirm all persons hold a passport valid six months after the return holiday date. (4) I am over 18 years of age. (5) I have understood and consent to the terms set out in the data protection policy.

Signed

Deposit £195 per person (except infants) or the agreed deposit – see page 119

Full holiday cost if departure is within 8 weeks

Date

SWITCH final 3 digits

Issue No.

Full address and telephone number Charge

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Evening

Security code. Last 3 digits on signature strip

Please submit Booking Form

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No charge is made for debit cards such as Delta, Maestro & Solo but a 2% fee will be applied to payments made by credit card. If you wish to charge the holiday balance to a card, please telephone us on or before the due date to give your authority.

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Agent Ref. Travel Agent VAT No.

Name of Cardholder

Billing Address

Signature of Cardholder