Altiplano de Granada activity holiday, Spain

Altiplano de Granada activity holiday, Spain
Altiplano de Granada activity holiday, Spain
Altiplano de Granada activity holiday, Spain
Altiplano de Granada activity holiday, Spain
Altiplano de Granada activity holiday, Spain
Altiplano de Granada activity holiday, Spain
Altiplano de Granada activity holiday, Spain
Altiplano de Granada activity holiday, Spain
Altiplano de Granada activity holiday, Spain
Altiplano de Granada activity holiday, Spain
Our bestselling Spain activity holiday is certainly one of our best-priced, staying in an off-grid eco-hotel in a totally un-spoilt area of mountains, lakes, forests and deserts. Our partners can arrange everything from kayaking and bird-watching to local wine-tasting.
Rafting Stargazing Kayaking Horse riding Whitewashed village of Castril and its fantastic suspended gorge walk/castle/outdoor pool Wild swimming in lakes and rivers Bronze Age settlement of Castellon Alto Flamenco dance class Natural Parks of Castril and Cazorla Sunset dinners on the hotel terrace Fascinating cave villages Orce´s Fortress of the Seven Towers Day trip to Granada and La Alhambra
Price
€450To€900 excluding flights
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Duration
8 Days
Type
Tailor made
Reviews
131
More info
7 nights, 8 days.
€450pp 5p room share, half board only.
Add €200pp for any 4 activities. €900pp 2p room share, half board with 4 activities pp included. Half board = breakfast every morning plus 6 evening meals (7 night stay). Flexible dates.
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Description of Altiplano de Granada activity holiday, Spain

Escape to sunny rural Andalucia for an adventurous family break with diverse activities, fabulous food and unforgettable landscapes.
Recently awarded Geopark status by UNESCO, the Altiplano de Granada boasts several stunning natural parks; perfect terrain for a wide range of outdoor activities including wild swimming, kayaking, paddle boarding, rafting, rock climbing, horse riding, canyoning and off-road segway routes.

Your accommodation is a wonderfully secluded eco-hotel with spectacular views and a laid-back, family-friendly ambience. Cookery classes, flamenco dance workshops, yoga and guided stargazing all take place in and around the hotel, which boats a dark sky certification, so you can see the stars as never before! You will stay in a spacious family room with private bathroom in one of Spain´s first genuine eco-hotels, utilising a variety of renewable energies in an off-grid setting.

With a maximum of eight families at any one time, it´s easy to relax and make new friends. Families have their own itineraries, coinciding occasionally with others for certain activities and for evening meals. Your hosts Ilaria and Des organise all activities on your behalf. You will love their information-packed app, essential for helping you navigate this fascinating but relatively undiscovered region where few people speak English and an authentic rural Spanish culture remains strong.

Nearby, the picture-perfect mountain village of Castril boasts a wonderful outdoor swimming pool in summer and a famous suspended walkway through a narrow gorge (La Pasarela de la Cerrada) plus the ruins of a Moorish castle on a jagged rock overlooking the town.
The Natural Parks of Castril and Cazorla offer yet more incredible scenery and a wide variety of fabulous hiking trails.
Prices for 7-night stay:
2 people sharing: €700-900pp
3 people sharing: €600-800pp
4 people sharing: €510-710pp
5 people sharing: €450-650pp
NB: The lower amount in each category is the half board price.
The higher amount covers the cost of any four activities.

What´s included?
Seven nights´ accommodation in a family room with private bathroom (one double bed plus one single bed for each child).
Continental breakfast every morning of your stay.
Three-course home-made evening meal for six of the seven nights (the hotel kitchen is closed one night a week).
Organisation of all activities by your hosts.

What are the available activities?
Rafting on the Guardiana Menor river (min age 4)
4x4 Segway route in the Sierra de Pozo (min weight 35kgs)
Guided star gazing Certified dark sky location (min age 6)
Rock climbing on a real rockface (min age 4)
Horse riding around cave village of Hinojares (min age 8)
Flamenco dance workshop with teacher Eva (min age 4)
Kayaking or Paddle boarding on Bolera or Negratin lakes (min age 4)
Canyoning in the waterways of the natural parks (min age 12)
Andalucian cooking at El Geco Verde (min age 6)
Italian pizza making class with Ilaria (min age 4)
Farm visit tour with local maker of olive oil, cheese and wine (min age 4)
Spa visit with indoor pool, sauna and heated recliners (min age 4)

Important points to note:
Our standard half board package is a seven-night stay, with dinner provided for six of the seven nights.
You can choose to pay for activities up front (€200pp) or during the holiday (pay as you go) directly to the guides or organisers.
There is no fixed arrival/departure day. Dates are flexible, subject only to availability. Tell us the dates that suit you best!
This holiday is available during UK and Ireland school holidays only. Some activities are seasonal.
Special dietary requirements can be catered for (with advance notice).

When enquiring about this holiday please don´t forget to let us know how many people are in your party, the ages of any children, how many rooms you´d prefer (if applicable), and your target dates, detailing any flexibility you may have. It´s also useful to know if you´d prefer to pay for activities in cash during your holiday or by card/transfer in advance. Thanks!

Price information

€450To€900 excluding flights
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7 nights, 8 days.
€450pp 5p room share, half board only.
Add €200pp for any 4 activities. €900pp 2p room share, half board with 4 activities pp included. Half board = breakfast every morning plus 6 evening meals (7 night stay). Flexible dates.
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Departure information

This trip is available during UK and Ireland school holidays only and can be tailor-made to suit your requirements.

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Holiday information

Our top tip:
Sleeping maximum of 30, great place to book out as a group. You will need to hire cars though.
Trip type:
Tailor made. Minimum age 4-6 according to activities.
Activity level:
Easy to moderate, but tailor made so flexible
Accomm:
Family run off-grid small hotel.
Included:
Half board accommodation and 4 activities.
Meals:
Plenty of restaurants nearby, but option for half board too. Organic, local food are the norm.
Solos:
Solos welcome. Surcharge for single room.

Reviews

131 Reviews of Altiplano de Granada activity holiday, Spain

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Reviewed on 03 Nov 2022 by

Absolutely brilliant and unique! highly recommended to families! Read full review

Reviewed on 11 Sep 2022 by

This was an excellent holiday and one we are thinking of booking again. Read full review

Reviewed on 04 Sep 2022 by

The hotel and owners were amazing. The location and activities were very exciting. Read full review

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2022 by

Beautiful traditional accommodation in an amazing location. Ilaria & Des are fantastic hosts, very welcoming and helpful but never overburdening. Read full review

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2022 by

Top marks, without any hesitation. Five stars out of five - from each and every member of our family. Our holiday met and exceeded all our [already quite high] expectations. Read full review

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2022 by

The location was stunning. The food was delicious. The activities were great fun... Ilaria, Des and their boys are fabulous hosts! Read full review

Reviewed on 04 Aug 2022 by

It was very enjoyable. Read full review

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2022 by

Excellent - Ilaria and Des helped organise a wonderful holiday for us to remember. There is an excellent range of activities and we could not have asked for better hosts. Read full review

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2022 by

We had a very good holiday for the price and location. Ilaria and Des are excellent hosts and all the activity leaders we met were very nice. Read full review

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2022 by

The most memorable part was the scenery, the lakes and the activities organised by the tour operator. The friendliness of all the local people... Fantastic. Read full review

Reviewed on 07 Jul 2022 by

If there were more than 5 stars we’d give more! Our 12yr and 9yr old declared this their best holiday ever. Read full review

Reviewed on 06 Jul 2022 by

Fantastic. Read full review

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2022 by

I would highly recommend this to hike & relax & enjoy the local area. I can’t wait to go back. Read full review

Reviewed on 12 Jun 2022 by

There was a real sense that Ilaria had hand-picked local businesses who provided top notch activities. Read full review

Reviewed on 19 Apr 2022 by

Brilliant! Wonderful relaxing time Read full review

Reviewed on 14 Apr 2022 by

Great holiday enjoyed by the whole family. Read full review

Reviewed on 09 Apr 2022 by

Overall it was a warm, friendly and memorable holiday - a little slice of paradise. It struck an excellent balance between being adventurous and relaxing. Read full review

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2022 by

We loved the activities, it was so great for the kids to get involved. The segwey and grise riding were among the favorites. Read full review

Reviewed on 05 Nov 2021 by

Excellent, would recommend definitely for families with a yearning for adventure Read full review

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2021 by

Excellent in every way. Fantastic hotel with beautiful rooms and views, lovely hosts supportive of all ages, delicious meals, beautiful scenery in the area, great activities with excellent instructor for canyoning Read full review

Reviewed on 09 Aug 2021 by

Amazing...We highly recommend all the activities we did: kayaking, rafting, riding, canyoning, Segway, cooking, flamenco and archaeology. Read full review

Reviewed on 03 Aug 2020 by

Excellent. Read full review

Reviewed on 28 Oct 2019 by

5***** Read full review

Reviewed on 29 Aug 2019 by

It was such a wonderful break! The peace of the surrounding area was fantastic, still so undiscovered. Also the hospitality of Ilaria and her family was second to none! Read full review

Reviewed on 28 Aug 2019 by

The best parts of the holiday were all the great activities Ilaria booked for us and the wonderful location, lovely food and great hosts. Read full review

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2019 by

We loved rafting down a beautiful river with a family we had met at the hotel, horseriding, canyoning and an archaeology trip, all organised by Ilaria. The hotel is small enough to get to know everyone... One of our best holidays by far. Read full review

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2019 by

Beautiful area with lots to see and do. Kayaking and rafting were two of our favourites. Read full review

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2019 by

There were so many memorable parts. It is difficult to pick out any one thing. It was a wonderful holiday. We loved all the activities - paddle boarding, horse riding, canyoning, farm skills, rafting. Read full review

Reviewed on 08 Aug 2019 by

Excellent Read full review

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2019 by

The most memorable parts of the holiday were the beautiful raw rugged scenery. Ilaria and Des and their warmth and wonderful hospitality. The activities and the very friendly people who run them particularly the horse riding and the rafting. Read full review

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2019 by

The activities were the most memorable part of the holiday - we chose a varied range (Andalucian cooking, rafting, stargazing and horse riding) and all have given us great memories. Read full review

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2019 by

What a brilliant holiday in the Castril region of Spain. We loved all the activities from horse riding, to canyoning to whitewater rafting, to hiking & kayaking & not forgetting star gazing. Read full review

Reviewed on 05 Jul 2019 by

We had the best family adventure holiday and would definitely return! Ilaria and Des are the ultimate hosts!! Read full review

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2019 by

We thoroughly enjoyed it and wished we could have stayed longer than the week. This is the first time we have booked this kind of holiday and we are really glad we did. Read full review

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2019 by

The scenery in Granada is spectacular, hot by day but lovely and cool at night Read full review

Reviewed on 17 Jun 2019 by

The canyoning was the most memorable part of the holiday Read full review

Reviewed on 14 Jun 2019 by

Brilliant family holiday with excellent hosts offering a lovely eco-friendly hotel with great food, excellent support organising activities and a truly memorable experience. Read full review

Reviewed on 05 Jun 2019 by

Canyoning, spending the morning on a farm or horse riding were amongst the most memorable parts of our holiday. Read full review

Reviewed on 02 May 2019 by

The most memorable part of the holiday was definitely the owners of the hotel. The holiday was off the beaten track and yet, we found more than ever to do. Read full review

Reviewed on 20 Apr 2019 by

I really liked our visit to the local organic farm where we milked goats, made cheese, made bread and baked it in a traditional oven then ate our efforts along with local wine and honey. Read full review

Reviewed on 19 Apr 2019 by

It is difficult to say which part of this holiday was the most memorable - Andalusian farm and meal, horse-back riding in canyons, walks along mountain rivers to waterfalls, or just enjoying the hospitality of our hosts Read full review

Reviewed on 26 Oct 2019 by

The most exciting part of the holiday was caving. Read full review

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2019 by

A unique enjoyable experience. Read full review

Reviewed on 05 Aug 2019 by

Paddle boarding was great family fun and the stargazing was fantastic. The light pollution is so minimal that the sky is amazing to view. Read full review

Reviewed on 17 Apr 2019 by

Driving around and enjoying the amazing scenery was the most memorable part our holiday. Read full review

Reviewed on 05 Sep 2018 by

Wonderful, with warm hosts and beautiful surroundings. Read full review

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2018 by

Excellent. As adults we loved the location (so quiet, with such great views) and the hospitality. Our 12 year old son loved (most of) the activities and hanging around with other kids. And Ilaria and Des and their children held it all together beautifully. Read full review

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2018 by

Our expectations were high before we arrived, but they were exceeded. A very memorable and enjoyable holiday. Read full review

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2018 by

As a family of 5 we all thought this was one of the best holidays we have ever had. We would recommend it to anyone. Read full review

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2018 by

So many exciting activities within 30 minutes drive of the hotel and then lovely relaxing evenings in the patio dining area made this a really special holiday for both adults and kids. Read full review

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2018 by

The holiday was a great success for our whole family. Activities to keep all ages and levels of fitness happy - canyoning, paddle boarding and rafting with other families were particular highlights. Read full review

Reviewed on 08 Aug 2018 by

We loved the whole holiday - the perfect blend of relaxing and being active!! Canyoning specifically deserves a mention! As does a visit to the local farm to milk goats and make bread and cheese. Spending time at the accommodation was relaxing and sociable with great food in a beautiful non-touristy part of Spain - loved it!!! Read full review

Reviewed on 04 Aug 2018 by

One of our best holidays! The children had a fantastic time and we met lots of other lovely people through the activities. Food great, hotel and region beautiful. Very memorable stay! Read full review

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2018 by

Brilliant fun...The house is in a lovely remote spot which is totally idyllic! Read full review

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2018 by

Best holiday ever! A most relaxing (sitting, looking out at the wonderful countryside at breakfast and dinner time), exciting (rafting and horse riding) and unique (taking a shower under a waterfall) experience. Read full review

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2018 by

Absolutely brilliant...Absolutely, the whole ethos of the hotel was geared around this from energy production to activities supporting local farmers etc Read full review

Reviewed on 03 Jul 2018 by

Fantastic, this place is a hidden gem. If you want something different to your average beach holiday it is perfect. Read full review

Reviewed on 24 Jun 2018 by

Fantastic host and hostess Read full review

Reviewed on 09 Apr 2018 by

There are so many memorable moments from our stay - stunning views, beautiful sunrises & sunsets, crystal clear night sky, amazing accommodation, great activities (kayaking , rock climbing, horse riding, milking a goat(!), making cheese and bread) and of course Ilaria and Des our hosts. Read full review

Reviewed on 30 Mar 2018 by

We swam, kayaked, rode horses, rafted down rivers and went for hikes through the superb national parks in the area. The "Lake District" of Spain lived up to its reputation and we found swimming in the man-made reservoirs was a great experience. It was one of the best holidays we had. Read full review

Reviewed on 16 Apr 2018 by

The most memorable moments were rock climbing, kayaking and visiting the hot spring pool at Negratin Reservoir. A lovely host and a beautiful area! Read full review

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2017 by

Seeing parts of Spain we would never have found without input from our hosts. Read full review

Reviewed on 04 Oct 2017 by

We loved the rafting trip. My 7 year old was buzzing from the excitement of jumping off rocks into the river and rafting down the small white water sections. The farm visit was excellent too with Des and Ilaria's eldest son, Ludo, providing the translation for everything from the goat milking and horse riding to cheese and bread making. Read full review

Reviewed on 20 Sep 2017 by

We loved it all. The rafting, the kayaking, the rock climbing, the peace and tranquility, the lovely local people, Des and Illaria, the house, the stars and spending time together. Read full review

Reviewed on 20 Sep 2017 by

The most memorable was definitely rafting and milking goats (not at the same time). Read full review

Reviewed on 27 Aug 2017 by

Exciting activities - all arranged by Ilaria! Super holiday in a great place. Lovely friendly and helpful hosts! Read full review

Reviewed on 27 Aug 2017 by

So hard to choose a memorable moment. We loved all the water activities particularly the canyoning and rafting. The kids loved making new friends. Read full review

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2017 by

Memorable: the beautiful 360 degrees view from the hotel and sitting out on the patio enjoying it. Exciting: rafting trip - thrilling, don't miss it! Read full review

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2017 by

Really relaxing and slowing down and spending time together as a family. We also enjoyed the farm visit, kayaking, rafting and Castril, loved the bronze age site too! Kids really enjoyed making friends and 'chilaxing' in the pool. Read full review

Reviewed on 06 Aug 2017 by

Lovely people with a great sense of humour and concern for safety of the smallest members of the group ran it. For Dad - the National Park walks and swims. The hotel was lovely - Des and Elaria's warmth and enthusiasm set the tone. Read full review

Reviewed on 05 Aug 2017 by

The canoeing on La Bolera reservoir the people there were a massive help, the lake an amazing blue colour and the meal overlooking afterwards was really nice and very affordable. Read full review

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2017 by

The views over the olive groves from the hotel were stunning but it was the warmth and helpfulness of our hosts Ilaria and Des that really made the holiday...We absolutely loved our week here Read full review

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2017 by

The warm welcome from Ilaria, Des and family, rafting, visiting the farm and visiting Castril was the highlight. Read full review

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2017 by

One of the best, memorable holidays - perfect holiday for teenagers with a great range of activities. A real Spanish experience of local food & culture - Fantastic! Read full review

Reviewed on 09 Jul 2017 by

We loved the activities like rafting and canyoning. Read full review

Reviewed on 11 Jun 2017 by

The kayaking and horse riding were great fun made all the more enjoyable by the beautiful scenery of Andalusia. Some great walks. We loved the town pools full of fish and particularly the cave cafe/bar. Read full review

Reviewed on 05 Jun 2017 by

It was all exciting and memorable! Rock climbing gave us all a real sense of achievement, the setting is stunning and there's just so much to do. Fantastic! We all had a really great time with a good mix of excitement and relaxation. Read full review

Reviewed on 23 May 2017 by

A beautiful location with really helpful hosts. Castril is exceptionally beautiful. If your Spanish is poor the English and Italian speaking hosts are a wealth of helpful information. Read full review

Reviewed on 30 Apr 2017 by

One of the most beautiful views in the world from El Geco. One of the best holidays ever!! Read full review

Reviewed on 12 Sep 2017 by

Rafting, and swimming, in the river was the highlight. The bronze age mountain village was also really amazing. It seems a very remote area, with hardly any people, and very little traffic, which was a blessing as the roads are mountainous twisting and quite scary. Read full review

Reviewed on 05 Sep 2017 by

The location is marvellous, really beautiful and there is a wealth of activities to enjoy in the area. Kayaking and swimming at the lake in Castril was stunning, we had the place totally to ourselves as eagles circled overhead, beautiful. We also enjoyed swimming in the river in the national park. Read full review

Reviewed on 14 Apr 2017 by

There are many memorable moments on this holiday. Our favourite was visiting Castril town, it's a very beautiful little town with lots of different walks at varying degrees of ease. The walk way along the wooden track caressing the mountain edge, overlooking the river is breathtaking. Read full review

Reviewed on 02 Feb 2017 by

The hikes - they were breathtaking! Beautiful scenery and waterfalls. It was fantastic - one of the best holidays I've ever been on! Read full review

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2017 by

Our most memorable moments was the visit to Jose-Marie's farm, where he enthusiastically showed us round, cooked us some delicious food, made cheese, milked (tried anyway) goats, a truly delightful and enthusiastic gentleman. Second was swimming with the fish in the outdoor swimming pool with the beautiful sunlit mountains in the background with goat bells quietly tinkling nearby... Read full review

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2017 by

The kindness and dedication of our guest house!!! If you want to enjoy nature in a beautiful rural hotel that is the place to be! Excellent trip. Read full review

Reviewed on 08 Jul 2017 by

We all like the rafting the best. Read full review

Reviewed on 20 Apr 2017 by

The most memorable part of the holiday was our 5 hour walk which involved scrambling up a mountain and was a real challenge for my fear of heights! Really rejuvenating, healthy, family bonding time. Read full review

Reviewed on 26 Sep 2016 by

I can't recommend a holiday here highly enough Read full review

Reviewed on 19 Sep 2016 by

Perfect. Read full review

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2016 by

Don't hesitate, book it and enjoy! Read full review

Reviewed on 31 Oct 2016 by

The scenery in the area is amazing, it's like being in a cowboy movie - the mountains, valleys and ravines are breath-taking. It's easy to have a good time when you're surrounded by all of that. Read full review

Reviewed on 20 Sep 2016 by

We loved this holiday. Everything was as we had hoped if not better. We felt totally relaxed and stimulated during the whole trip. Read full review

Reviewed on 15 Sep 2016 by

It was fantastic, I loved every day of it, and wished we had stayed there longer.. Read full review

Reviewed on 27 Aug 2016 by

Best bits: White-water rafting, horse riding, cave restaurant. Read full review

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2016 by

We especially enjoyed rafting and stargazing where we were led around the Milky Way and star constellations by an expert from Malaga. Amazing seeing Saturn and its moons as well as distant galaxies! We also loved all the wild swimming opportunities. Read full review

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2016 by

Excellent. This was a departure from our usual beach resort vacation and with three girls to amuse was probably the best family holiday to date. The activities were excellent and varied and the mountain views superbly panoramic. The accommodation was simple, rustic and suited us perfectly. The hosts were very attentive and like old friends by the end of our stay. Read full review

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2016 by

It is really difficult to pick just one memorable moment from such a relaxing yet exhilarating break. We took part in Rafting, Pizza making, Canyoning, Farm Visit and Spanish Dancing and enjoyed them all. Read full review

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2016 by

It was a brilliant holiday, the first time we have done anything like it and I'm sure it won't be the last. We saw a side to Spain we'd never seen before whilst keeping the whole family entertained. Read full review

Reviewed on 09 Apr 2016 by

We loved the amazing views in all directions from, the great range of exciting activities organised by the owners, who were fantastic hosts and so friendly and helpful, and the total relaxation of really getting away from it all. Read full review

Reviewed on 09 Apr 2016 by

A gloriously friendly hotel with a perfect location for a peaceful retreat into a Spain we rarely get to experience Read full review

Reviewed on 09 Aug 2015 by

It was fantastic, our most memorable holiday ever and we were all sad to leave. Read full review

Reviewed on 09 Aug 2015 by

Book it ! You won't be disappointed. There is something for everyone to do. Read full review

Reviewed on 04 Nov 2015 by

Lovely. Peaceful hotel, good food, beautiful countryside, interesting and varied activities which work for children and adults. Read full review

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2015 by

The Alto Plano is a beautiful region and we enjoyed all the activities we tried. Read full review

Reviewed on 09 Aug 2015 by

Excellent. We had a really wonderful family holiday. Thank you to Illaria and Des for being attentive and helpful and making our stay so enjoyable. Read full review

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2015 by

Very enjoyable. The hotel is beautiful and the owners are excellent hosts. Very warm and welcoming and knowledgeable about where to visit in the local area. Read full review

Reviewed on 10 Jun 2015 by

It was great. The Altiplano is a beautiful region perfect for both a relaxing and quiet holiday but also if you want to fill your holiday with sports and activities. Our hosts couldn't have been more helpful and friendly and really made our holiday. Read full review

Reviewed on 16 Sep 2014 by

We enjoyed the treks and had some good time to relax. Read full review

Reviewed on 07 Sep 2014 by

It couldn't have been better. A wonderful, wonderful family holiday (children 8 & 9). Read full review

Reviewed on 07 May 2014 by

We had a brilliant holiday. The food and hospitality were excellent and our hosts were intimately familiar with the language, locality, food, history and culture. The hotel is as off the beaten track as one could imagine and is in a tranquil and scenic setting. Read full review

Reviewed on 21 Apr 2014 by

The best parts were the location, kindness of hosts, accomodation, amazing stars at night Read full review

Reviewed on 15 Sep 2014 by

Tranquil but with lots of opportunities to challenge yourself or your family!! Read full review

Reviewed on 14 Sep 2014 by

We would rate this holiday very highly, particularly the approach of Des and Ilaria - nothing was too much trouble and they were always cheery and helpful. There are plenty of activities to do, sites to see and places to visit - would certainly recommend for a family holiday. Read full review

Reviewed on 07 Sep 2014 by

It was really really good and I would like to return - either by myself to chill and walk or if we can organise ourselves and others like this summer then return next summer .... Read full review

Reviewed on 06 Sep 2014 by

Excellent - I would like to return, perhaps in the spring to see the rivers and waterfalls fuller with winter melt and the Olive blossom. We had a super time. The location of the hotel with its 360 degree views of olive groves and distant sound of sheep bells facilitated relaxation. Read full review

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2014 by

The most memorable aspect was the hotel itself and the great service provided by Ilaria and Des. They are fantastic hosts and arranged all the activities for us as well as providing notes for the various walks and excursions we did. My husband and sons particularly liked the canyoning. Read full review

Reviewed on 03 Jul 2014 by

Very relaxing. Derek and Ilaria were very helpful hosts. Couldn't have asked for better! Read full review

Reviewed on 25 Apr 2014 by

The holiday was excellent, we felt relaxed when leaving...the evening meals were fantastic, and all activities were arranged for us so there was no stress. Read full review

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2013 by

Fantastic, the whole family loved it and I have every intention in returning. There is so much to do in this area that you cannot possibly get it all in in one holiday. Read full review

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2013 by

This holiday provided all the activities and breathtaking scenery you could want from an adventure holiday. The natural parks and reservoirs flourish due to natural spring water and provide waterfalls and swimming points along the hikes across the rolling mountain sides. Read full review

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2013 by

We will always remember our first view of the accommodation; it is in a lovely setting and is a beautiful hotel. Ilaria gave us a very friendly greeting, which was just wonderful after our drive...Completely brilliant. Best holiday decision I've made in a long time. Read full review

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2013 by

An excellent all round holiday experience. Fun, sun, activities, relaxation, education and making new friends in a stunning location! Read full review

Reviewed on 21 Feb 2013 by

Fantastic, relaxing, and inspiring! A great place for friends, families and couples. The region is stunningly beautiful and the hiking is top-notch. Read full review

Reviewed on 23 Sep 2013 by

10/10 !!! Read full review

Reviewed on 26 Aug 2013 by

excellent, loved every minute of it...the canyoning was brilliant Read full review

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2013 by

Fantastic holiday - lots of activities to keep you busy but also very relaxing. Would definitely recommend to friends and family. Read full review

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2013 by

We really enjoyed the fantastic food and views from the hotel. Our hosts were extremely helpful and friendly - nothing was too much trouble. All the family enjoyed the horse riding, kayaking and star gazing. Read full review

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2013 by

Very enjoyable. The hotel owners were very hospitable and keen to share their knowledge of the area, the food excellent and the hotel itself clean and comfortable with many unusual touches. Read full review

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2013 by

Very good. We will consider returning for relaxation and some challenging walking, lovely views and a range of activities. We would recommend the holiday to anyone with similar interests. Read full review

Reviewed on 20 Apr 2013 by

A fantastic retreat - exceptional hospitality in an incredibly beautiful place. The setting and scenery, the warm hospitality and relaxing, homely atmosphere and the peace and tranquility were the most memorable parts. Read full review

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2013 by

A fantastic holiday. We couldn't have wished for a better week and have brought some lovely memories home with us. Read full review

Responsible Travel

As the pioneers of responsible tourism, we've screened this (and every) holiday so that you can travel knowing it will help support the places and people that you visit, and the planet. Read how below.

Planet

We are fully committed to renewable energy in a way very few other hotels are. We have a fully ‘off grid’ system (not connected to the national grid) with an extensive array of solar panels for both electricity and hot water. We are more than happy to show our guests how everything works. Our central heating system is driven by a biomass boiler (burns locally sourced olive pits and waste-wood pellets). We use energy-efficient light bulbs. Baths also have shower facilities to encourage the sensible use of water; all the toilets have dual flush; the room keys have energy saving cards attached. For washing we use an eco-ball and prefer ecologically friendly cleaning, washing and personal hygiene products, though they are very difficult to source in this part of Spain! We change bed sheets and towels every 4 nights, unless otherwise requested.
For larger groups we promote the use of a local community taxi for airport runs.
Our land is mostly wild, with Almond and Olive orchards which had not been exploited for some time. We do not use pesticides so the trees are organic though not certified as such. We grow organic fruit and vegetables in our own kitchen garden, keep free range chickens and buy in other items from local organic farmers. We have dedicated recycling bins for guests to use, which we add to our own domestic recycling. We also practice composting, which is a great way to use up vegetable peelings and chicken manure!

We support the Foundation Gypaetus, for the reintroduction of the Bearded Vulture which reached the brink of extinction in Europe a few years ago. The FG has a rearing site in the natural park of the nearby Sierra de Cazorla and every year release into the wild a number of vultures, which are then tracked for a minimum of five years. The majority of the released birds have formed a colony in the Sierra de Castril, the closest natural park to the hotel. We offer interested guests information about the whereabouts of the birds and how to get to the various sites (without jeopardising the nests) plus special information cards to fill out in case the birds are spotted.

People

First and foremost we are promoting this fantastic region, the Altiplano de Granada, which is new to international tourism. We see the economic benefits sustainable tourism could bring to a rural community which is (at present) over-dependent on agriculture and EU grant aid.

Secondly we are championing the gastronomy, culture and tradition of this ´land that time forgot´, which is to say a place virtually unchanged and untouched by the stresses and strains of modernity. Here the pace of life is different. Family and tradition are respected. The hard won secrets of how to live well with limited resources are still handed down the generations. We offer our guests the chance to meet local farmers and artesans who promote and demonstrate their commitment to this lifestyle.

We look after our guests by buying in and growing organic produce and we also sell local organic products such as olive oil, oregano, honey, saffron and hand-made soaps. Our preferred activity guides and workshop leaders are mostly young local people with enthusiasm and a passion for nature. We encourage all our guests to make use of local restaurants and shops by offering them extensive information via our own app and by using our language skills and contacts to book and organise things on their behalf to ensure an enjoyable and tailor-made experience.

All our specialist activities are offered by local outdoor pursuits companies with young qualified guides who care about the environment as much as we do. Your custom will provide them with much-needed work. We have chosen to work with some companies instead of others because of their commitment to the customers and the enviroment, proven through the years.

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