Hotel Rural Molino de Santillan is a boutique hotel in the Sierra de la Axarquía, close to Malaga. It’s a gorgeous rural retreat sandwiched between mountains and sea, with friendly staff and a relaxed and welcoming vibe. The Axarquía itself is a perfectly picturesque area. If you decide to leave the four walls of Hotel Rural Molino de Santillan, spend time trekking the stunning surroundings or hopping between local beaches. Malaga is a 20-minute drive away, and nearest town el Rincón de la Victoria is around 6kms away.

The Facilities

Facilities here are excellent, providing all you need in a relatively remote location. Swim in the outdoor pool, dine on marvellous Mediterranean fare at the restaurant, or take a meal on the terrace overlooking the grounds – many ingredients are sourced from the kitchen’s organic garden. There’s a paddle tennis court on site, horse riding and golf nearby, and mountain bikes are free to use.

The Rooms

Each of Hotel Rural Molino de Santillan’s 20 rooms is pretty, homey and traditional. They come complete with mini-bars, DVD players and terraces with unbelievable views of the Mediterranean and mountains.