Located just 30 minutes from Malaga airport and the popular destinations of Malaga and Marbella, La Cala Resort, which celebrated its 35th anniversary last year, remains committed to providing an exceptional golf and lifestyle experience on the Costa del Sol.
Owned by FBD Hotels & Resorts, La Cala Resort continues to invest in world-class facilities, something recognised at the IAGTO awards when it was crowned Spain’s ‘Golf Resort of the Year 2024’.
Set on the famous Costa del Sol, with its glorious 150km stretch of coast on Southern Spain’s shores, the resort benefits from 325 days of sunshine a year in a region that remains one of the country’s most popular destinations with golfers, beach lovers, and other holidaymakers.
La Cala Resort is a thriving community where residents and guests share a vibrant lifestyle in which quality living blends seamlessly with the natural beauty of the surroundings.
First, and most importantly, there is the golf for which La Cala Resort is widely renowned. Its three superb championship layouts – Asia, America and Europa , all designed by Cabell B. Robinson – all serve up spectacular mountain vistas and views down to the coast, with Europa, the youngest of the trio also playing down by the River Ojén for a very enjoyable and distinctive stretch of holes. The three courses are similar in some ways yet suitably different in others and all golfers will have their own personal favourite.
But it’s not just the courses, as general manager, Sean Corte-Real explains: “Add in the superb practice facilities at La Cala Golf Academy, where upgrades to the driving range will soon be complemented by an exciting new nine-hole course with enviable views down towards the coast, and La Cala Resort really does become the ideal base for a wonderfully varied and all-encompassing golf break.”
Plans are taking shape to serve drinks and amazing local produce, making it the perfect place for golfers to spend time away before or after their rounds.
” ‘Amazing’ really does await here, which is why La Cala Resort should sit right at the very top of any prospective visitor’s ‘golfing places to visit in 2025’ wish list,” continues Sean Corte-Real
Anyone who has visited or seen the photographs will know just what a spectacular setting La Cala Resort enjoys in the foothills of the Sierra de Mijas, offering breath-taking views of the Andalusian countryside, with rugged mountains in one direction and the distant Mediterranean glistening in the sun the other.
“Those of an adventurous persuasion will enjoy exploring the area on foot or bike, perhaps climbing higher to enjoy even more spectacular and exhilarating views,” Corte-Real continues. “Those more drawn to the water can enjoy the wealth of watersports on offer on the golden Mediterranean beaches not far away.”
Culture is another big draw, with Andalusia renowned for its countryside, scenery, architecture and amazing food, from the freshest tuna to the finest Iberian ham and, of course, the tastiest prepared olives.
Finally, wellness is extremely well-catered for at La Cala Resort. Racquet sport lovers will gravitate towards the three excellent padel courts plus floodlit tennis court and squash court. There’s a comprehensively equipped gym at the clubhouse, while those who prefer a more relaxing route to wellness will love La Cala Spa with its superb exercise pool, hydrotherapy pools and thermal suite, plus the chance to be pampered by attentive and highly qualified therapists via an extensive treatment menu.
“La Cala Resort really is the gateway to amazing experiences whether it’s golf, adventure, culture, or wellness that guests crave (maybe all four?),” concludes Sean Corte-Real.
Full details of the property and all offers and packages currently available can be found at www.lacala.com
