Sotogrande
in Andalusia

Who wouldn't want to savour a traditional Argentinian dinner overlooking a polo field? Especially when it's as delicious as Asador Cancha II. The wood-fired grill transforms the dishes to another level of culinary experience. 

With 35 hectares of sports pitches and 65 hectares of green land, there are multiple opportunities to watch a game or two of polo. What better way to idle away the afternoon?

Located just a couple of metres from the beach, this family run chiringuito serves locally caught seafood. After a few hours languishing in the sun, indulge your taste buds with Garrucha red prawns, tuna tartare, or a plate of coquina clams. 

Whilst there are an abundance of golf clubs to choose from in Sotogrande, La Cañada Golf is the place to go to if you're looking to harness and perfect a few more golf skills. For a slightly more relaxed, though equally ambitious course, this is the spot to go to. 

A restaurant overlooking the ocean sounds more than ideal to us! Grilled octopus, huelva prawns, and shrimp ceviche are amongst the many seaside delicacies served at this beach club come restaurant. Sit back, enjoy the freshest fish, a cocktail in hand, and listen to the sounds of the lapping waves. Idyllic. 

It's far from a big restaurant, though there is an abundance of seafood to choose from. Think, crab pâté, bluefin tuna, carpaccio amongst some of the options, it's all so good you will most likely want to come back to try more. 

Though a short drive away from Sotogrande, we could not resist adding Finca Cortesin to our guide. So much more than just a golf and spa resort, this hotel embodies luxury. From the interiors finished with marble and the Andalusian avant-garde architecture, tradition is blended with modernism - it is simply mesmerising. 

The Finca Cortesin resort has its own exclusive Beach Club with plenty of facilities that make your stay worthwhile. Guests can have cocktails by the infinity pool, or a Mediterranean lunch in their lush gardens. Guests can get to the Beach Club from the Finca Cortesin by shuttle bus!

There are endless beach clubs, and waterside restaurants in Sotogrande, though Gigi's Beach is one that tops our lists. Watching the sun go down, after a stroll along the sand with a jug of Sangria at our side, is as dreamy as it sounds. 

The location of KE is what draws us to this place, no matter the time of the day. Whether its lunch, dinner, or drinks, what better place to dine than overlooking the shores of the Marina. It helps that the food is also super tasty. 

Avid adventurers, it's time to explore! Whether you're in the mood for golf, tennis, or watersports La Reserva has it all. Surrounded by lush greenery, this is an Andalusian oasis. With a country club feel, we can think of no better place to get active in. All being said, for those more inclined towards some relaxation don't fret as there's a beach and some delicious food to indulge in!

Pristine lawns, palm trees, cork oaks, and undulating hills: this is what comes to mind when we think of Real Club de Golf Sotogrande. A masterpiece designed by Robert Trent Jones, if you're wanting to seriously challenge your golfing skills this is the course for you. 

Home of the 1997 Ryder Cup, 16 VOLVO Masters, two Amex Championships amongst many more, golf-aficionados out there will know this is the real deal. Nestled in the picturesque landscape of Sotogrande, Real Club Valderrama is an exclusive club offering some of the very best golf that a course has to show. Note, come peak season the course is only open to members!

This Japanese-centred fine dining experience is a gastronomical marvel. Set in the majestic Finca Cortesin resort in Marbella, the chefs are not shy about incorporating local-sourced Mediterranean ingredients, like their endless supply of fresh fish, into their menus.

This masterful restaurant has been named the best Madrid-based Italian restaurant, and for good reason! Their chef Andrea Tumbarello is the master of giving a contemporary twist to traditional Italian cooking. 

In the hills of Sierra Bermeja, is The San Roque Golf Club. The grounds and the club itself are idyllic, peaceful and beautiful. What better place to play a round of golf overlooking some dramatic mountain crags, and stunning ocean views. 

An afternoon by the polo field allows for many things, whether its divot stomping, or simply the opportunity to sip on some bubbly, then why not do so in the oldest, and one of the finest polo clubs that Sotogrande has to offer. With over 30 tournaments in the pipeline per season, there are plenty of events to choose from.  

SO/ is renown for its interiors: effortlessly cool, comfortable, and playful decoration. SO/ Sotogrande is no exception. Emerging from within the Andalusian hills, what better way to rejuvenate and relax than in such a picture-perfect landscape. 

A few metres from the ocean shore is Sotogrande Racket Centre - it doesn't get more picturesque than this. With a relaxed atmosphere, this is the perfect place to go for a causal game of tennis before a dip in the sea, and a day on the beach.

The Blue Bar is Finca Cortesin's resident hotel lounge and bar whose unique ambience and decor is the perfect backdrop to an evening of relaxation with a cocktail and tapas. 

On the hunt for some sushi? Look no further. Whilst Trocadero beach club come restaurant, serves traditional Mediterranean style food, in the summer months ditch the oak-charcoal rib steak (albeit it's still exceptionally tasty), and go for some tuna tataki, or some salmon uramaki. Delicious, and just what is needed after a tiring day of sunbathing!