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Overview of Finca Cortesin
Finca Cortesin is a luxury destination located between Marbella and Sotogrande, set against the hills of Casares with views of the Mediterranean Sea. Designed to offer privacy and space, it combines natural surroundings with high-end facilities. Since opening in 2009, this €350 million development has attracted international buyers and guests seeking discretion, quality, and five-star service in one of the Costa del Sol’s most exclusive settings.
Finca Cortesin Location
Finca Cortesin is located on the outskirts of Casares, ideally situated between Marbella and Sotogrande. The resort is a mere 15-minute drive from Estepona and 30 minutes from Marbella, offering easy access to some of the region’s most popular coastal destinations.
Finca Cortesin is strategically located for travellers’ convenience, with two airports just under an hour’s drive away. The closest airport to Finca Cortesin is Gibraltar, which is just a 15-minute drive away. The other airport is Malaga International Airport, which is just a 50-minute drive from the resort.
Amenities at Finca Cortesin
Apart from the ideal location, Finca Cortesin offers some high-end amenities, which include:
- Luxurious Suites
- Lush Gardens and Pools
- Famous Restaurants
- Spa and Sports Facilities
- World Championship Golf Course
- Beach Club
Luxurious Suites
As you step into Finca Cortesin, you’re greeted by an atmosphere of luxury. The hotel has 67 suites ranging from 50 to 180 square meters. Each suite is a testament to elegance and comfort. In these suites, you get a private garden or balcony and a formidable private terrace with an outdoor plunge pool in the Pool Suites. Most suites include separate sitting room areas adorned with beautiful sofas, armchairs, and furnishings. The bathrooms are designed in Italian marble and feature oversized baths and different shower areas.
Lush Gardens and Pools
The exterior of Finca Cortesin is a paradise in itself. Lush gardens, covering 23,000 square meters, provide a serene backdrop for the two swimming pools. These pools invite you to relax and soak in the Spanish sunshine, surrounded by natural beauty and architectural elegance.
Famous Restaurants in Finca Cortesin
The culinary offerings at this prestigious hotel are nothing short of exceptional. Leading the way is the renowned Kabuki Raw, a restaurant that has already earned the coveted Michelin Star. Here, the talented Masterchef Luis Olarra combines Japanese flavours with Mediterranean culinary classics, using ingredients sourced from the Finca Cortesin kitchen garden and the local seafood. The result is a delectable array of culinary masterpieces that will tantalise your taste buds.
But that’s not all – Sicilian chef Andrea Tunbarello holds his own at Don Giovanni, infusing the restaurant with his signature Italian exuberance. Here, he expertly crafts traditional Italian dishes by adding a modern touch, earning the restaurant two ‘Suns’ in the Repsol Guide.
For those who prefer a dining experience with a view, you can choose to dine on the stunning terrace overlooking the Almohad gardens and the azure Mediterranean Sea at El Jardin de Lutz. Chef Lutz Bosing skillfully prepares traditional Spanish cuisine that’s a rarity even in traditional ventas. Take advantage of the opportunity to savour dishes like Spinach and Casares Cheese Ravioli, squid strips, and Sherry sauce, and discover why he was awarded a Repsol’ Sun’ for his culinary expertise.
Another option is the Blue Bar, which is the perfect spot to relax. Here, you can order pre-dinner cocktails on the patio lounge or outdoor terrace to enjoy Spanish tapas, sandwiches, salads, and fruits.
Spa and Sports Facilities
The spa at Finca Cortesin is an expansive sanctuary covering 2,200 square meters. It’s divided into designated areas for face and body treatments, with eleven treatment rooms equipped with under-floor heating and heated massage beds. Guests can indulge in various therapies developed by the leading French skincare brand, Biologique Recherche. There’s even a spacious double treatment room for couples, complete with a Roman bath. The spa includes four treatment rooms located in a Thai spa area designed for oriental treatments. These treatments draw from ancient techniques from various Asian countries, offering stress relief and deep relaxation.
The spa features three thermal areas, all equipped with saunas, Turkish baths, and relaxation spaces. Guests can also enjoy the bracing snow cave, a unique feature in Spain. The spa at Finca Cortesin also features a heated swimming pool and a fitness centre, recently equipped with the latest wellness technologies from the exclusive Artis collection by Technogym. For those looking to enhance their fitness journey, personal trainers are available upon request. This includes yoga and pilates sessions for holistic well-being.
For guests with an active lifestyle, Finca Cortesin offers paddle and tennis courts, providing opportunities for exciting matches in an enchanting setting. There is an indoor swimming pool and a gym area, both featuring immense floor-to-ceiling windows that offer views of the outdoor pool area and the Mediterranean in the distance.
Finca Cortesin Golf Course
For golf enthusiasts, Finca Cortesin offers a world-class 18-hole golf course designed by the well-known Cabell Robinson. Golf World Magazine has ranked Finca Cortesin Golf Club among the top 5 golf courses in Spain. It received worldwide recognition as the host of ‘The Volvo World Match Play Championship’ in 2009, 2011, and 2012.
Stretching to nearly 7,500 yards, it is one of the longest golf courses in Europe and includes a Jack Nicklaus Golf Academy.
The Finca Cortesin golf school uses a master franchise teaching system developed by the legendary Jack Nicklaus, widely regarded as one of the greatest golfers of all time. The facility includes a Coaching Studio equipped with advanced technology that can analyse a player’s swing using video and computer methods. This, along with the services provided by highly qualified golf professionals, ensures that guests can improve their golfing skills during their stay.
Exclusive Beach Club
Just 1 km from the hotel, the Finca Cortesin Beach Club welcomes discerning guests seeking relaxation without sacrificing elegance and exclusivity. The club’s understated elegance is reflected in its teak wood flooring, lush gardens, Balinese beds, and comfortable sun lounges surrounding a spectacular 35m infinity pool. The club’s restaurant, directly on the beach, offers the best Mediterranean cuisine, including fresh seafood and delectable rice dishes, all impeccably served in the signature style of Finca Cortesin. As dusk falls, guests can enjoy a cocktail prepared by the skilled barman while watching the sunset over the Mediterranean.
Events at Finca Cortesin
The resort is an ideal destination for exclusive events. Whether you’re planning a destination wedding or hosting a corporate retreat, Finca Cortesin offers tailor-made experiences. With indoor and outdoor venues, including picturesque gardens and beachfront settings, events are organised to perfection.
Property for Sale in Finca Cortesin
For those who wish to extend their connection to this ideal destination, Finca Cortesin offers the opportunity to purchase one-of-a-kind real estate, including exceptional villas, as follows.
Golfside Villas
Comprising 16 superbly designed properties on the frontline of the golf course, Golfside Villas offer stunning views of the sea. Each villa has a private garden and pool. These homes possess distinct styles and personalities, allowing you to determine the architecture, layout, accents, and landscaping while maintaining the highest quality standards.
Green 10
This new project of 16 villas, located between holes 9 and 10 of the golf course, concludes and consolidates the residential area surrounding the Finca Cortesin Hotel. The terrain is situated on a mountainside, ensuring that all the houses enjoy magnificent views over the golf course and the Sierra Bermeja Mountain range, and, for the most part, the sea.
Three different villa designs have been created, featuring 5 and 6 en-suite bedrooms and living rooms with ceilings measuring up to 5 meters high. The villas have fully equipped kitchens, domestic staff quarters, parking for two cars, private gardens, and pools. Green 10 offers residents the option to enjoy the hotel’s services, including in-home dining, housekeeping, interior design, general maintenance, and gardening.
As a bonus, residents can have their property rented and managed on their behalf through the hotel.
La Loma de Cortesin is an exclusive off-plan residential development located within the Finca Cortesin Resort in Casares. The project includes 86 luxury homes, each offering over 300 m² of built space.
Phase 1 of the project includes 47 residences in a new double-gated community, comprising 25 villas and 22 townhouses, all with private gardens and swimming pools.
The residents will have access to a private clubhouse, indoor pool, Technogym gym, and social spaces, as well as the world-class amenities of Finca Cortesin, including its golf course, restaurants, beach club, and tennis facilities.
Conclusion
Whether you’re seeking relaxation, fine dining, world-class golf, or the opportunity to call this paradise your home, this exquisite destination offers it all. If you’re interested in exploring the property options, you can take a look at our latest listings in Finca Cortesin.
