La Posada del Torcal, Villanueva de la Concepcion, Spain

La Posada del Torcal is a magnificent Andalucian cortijo where you can recapture the style and elegance of a by-gone era, in a marvellous setting that invites you to relax and enjoy the finer things in life. La Posada del Torcal is an enchanting and luxurious 10-bedroom hotel and provides the perfect place from which to explore the surrounding countryside and Andalucia. It stands on a hilltop overlooking the estate, 11 acres of almond groves, with dramatic views across to one of Andalucia's best-kept secrets, the fantastic rock formations of El Torcal Natural Park.

La Posada del Torcal has ten beautiful rooms, comprising 1 junior double, 2 standard doubles, 6 superior doubles and 1 suite. All rooms have en-suite bathroom and superb views. Each room is unique in its design but each pay tribute to some of Spain's great artists. Magnificent brass, gothic and four-poster beds, exquisite antique furniture and handmade ceramics by Andalucian master craftsmen give each room a special personality. All rooms have under floor heating and fireplaces.

Whether in our elegant, intimate dining room with its fireplace, stylish furnishings and 300-year-old beams, or al fresco on our terrace with its breathtaking views, our restaurant is the perfect place for a long Spanish lunch or a romantic dinner, any time of year. Enjoy the selections from our exciting, innovative menu, in an unbeatable setting.

La Posada's traditional salon, with its roaring log fire in winter months, provides guests with a very comfortable and relaxing place to pass the afternoon or evening.

Less than one hour from Málaga airport, La Posada del Torcal is in the very heart of Andalucia, the perfect base from which to discover the hidden treasures of this fascinating region. The town of Antequera, 15 kilometres away, with its timeless monuments, ornate churches, museum with English-speaking guide and Roman burial grounds ("dolmenes"), the lakes and gorges of El Chorro, the magnificent flamingo breading ground of Fuente da la Piedra, Cordoba and Granada... all are under one hour's journey from La Posada del Torcal.

La Posada del Torcal offers a wide selection of facilities ranging from Jacuzzi, sauna, heated swimming pool (open all year round), tennis, aromatherapy and massage, to mountain walks and petanca.