Attractions
There are attractions a plenty……
It is just 2 minutes walk to the nearest bar and restaurant
(Al Jatib) which has Arabian baths. A hot bath, a warm room
and a cold bath, a natural solarium, a massage room and a
'chill out' room – perfect for a bit of holiday indulgence.
Towns/Cities
The nearest town, Baza is situated approximately
5minutes drive away (100km from Granada along the A-92N).
The town is steeped in history and has been linked to many
cultures. Most notably it flourished under the Arab influence.
Baza has a lot to offer and has more recently
come back onto the cultural map. It is an expanding town which
combines a modern outlook with a sense of pride in its rich
and varied culture.
Every Wednesday there is a typical Spanish market between
9am and 2pm. Every September there is the week long Fiesta
de la virgin de la piedad. There is an archaeological museum
in the town, along with plenty of shops, cafes and restaurants.
Baza rests in the Sierra de Baza natural park,
and area covering over 52,000 hectares and reaching peaks
of 2,000m in height. It is an area of outstanding natural
beauty providing the active with a plethora of outdoor pursuits
and the less active with unspoilt landscapes and breathtaking
scenery. There are plenty of sign posted walks and hiking
routes and the local wildlife includes wild boar and the golden
and Egyptian eagles.
 Lake
Negratin, just 20 minutes by car is a must see. It
is the third most important reservoir in Andalucia, with 32kms
of shoreline and is ideal for swimming. Along its coast line
in the area of Freila a man made beach is located where numerous
water sports can be enjoyed in the warm mineral water. The
scenery is stunning and it is also rich in wildlife. There
are also several restaurants and cafes to relax and take in
the beautiful views.
Close by is the town of Zujar
where there are thermal baths renowned for their healing qualities.
The water is directly from Lake Negratin and is a constant
38 degrees. Zujar’s origins are believed to be Roman
and despite it being a growing, modern town there are still
many areas made up of cave houses believed to be built during
the 16th Century. The restaurant at the thermal baths is excellent
and provides stunning views of the lake and mountains whilst
you enjoy a meal. 
Castril, just 30 minutes
away is surrounded by beautiful unspoilt countryside with
a skyline dominated by La Pena, a large crag around which
the town is built. The town has a typical Spanish charm about
it, with white washed houses and narrow winding streets. Plaza
Hernando de Zafra forms the hub of the town. The gardens of
La Lonja, a small peaceful green area provide for great views
across the pretty town. The Inglesa Nuestra Senora de los
Angeles, Roman Catholic church is also worth a visit.
The town of Galera, just
4 miles away is steeped in history and goes back some 4,000
years to the Copper Age. Over the centuries the many cultures
that have occupied the area have all left their imprint on
the modern day town, evidence of which can be found at the
Galera Archaeological Museum which contains artifacts of nearly
all the different periods. The town has a number of sign posted
walking routes that take you from the Plaza Mayor through
the streets of the pretty old town.
Orce lies 6 miles away
and boasts a castle, museum and an archaeological site along
with shops, restaurants and a wonderful natural spring swimming
pool (with fish in the pool!).
Further a field is the town of Guadix,
well known for its troglodyte area and one of the oldest settlements
in Spain, inhabited during both the Phoenician and Carthaginian
periods. This is an area full of cave houses dating back many
centuries, strange and quite unique houses built into the
rock face. The whole hillside is dotted with them, some of
them palatial inside. The centre of the town is where the
old and the new merge with all the modern facilities expected
from a town of this size, whilst managing to retain its sense
of history.
The city of Granada, just
over an hour away is said to be one of the most beautiful
cities of Spain, sitting at the foot of the Sierra Nevada
between the Darro and Genil rivers. It is an unforgettable
town mixing old and new. At the heart of the city you’ll
find a lively bustling centre with a wealth of shops and restaurants
catering for all budgets. A walk through the streets reminds
you of the rich heritage of the city. Granada is of course
famous for the Alhamba Palace, Spain’s number one tourist
attraction. Built on the Sabika Hill overlooking the city,
this impressive fortress and palace was the home of the Nasrid
Dynasty, the last Islamic sultanate of Spain. The Albaicin
area is made up of cobblestoned streets and quiet plaza’s
lined with pretty whitewashed houses. This area was recently
declared a world heritage site and is definitely worth a visit.
Coast/Beaches
If you fancy a trip to the beach the coastal resorts
of Almeria and Mojacar are just over an hour away. Both offer
a range of beaches to suit all needs. Mojacar offers over
17 kilometers of unspoilt beaches and the romantic old town,
perched high on a hill with narrow Kasbah streets and courtyards.
Golf
The nearest golf course is Granada golf club just over an
hour away. There are also courses in Almeria approximately
one and half hours away.
Skiing
The beauty of the location of this accommodation is that it
sits conveniently to enjoy the best of great beaches in the
summer and in the winter the Sierra Nevada national park and
ski resort is only an hour away.
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