Planning a trip is one of life’s great pleasures, particularly when you are looking forward to being pampered and enjoying a much-deserved wellness holiday on the Costa del Sol. Once you have a destination in mind, the next step is to decide which type of accommodation would suit your holiday the best. For those who like to holiday in luxury, this choice usually comes down to two options; a villa or a luxury hotel, and the decision will often rest upon the type of experience you would like and number of people in your party.
For example, if you are planning a boisterous holiday with a large group of people, then perhaps a villa in a more isolated and private location be better, allowing you to have fun without upsetting the neighbours. However, if you’re travelling as a couple, with a few friends or family, then an elegant Estepona Spa hotel and resort, such as the 5-star Las Dunas Grand luxury Hotel, could fit the bill perfectly. There are many reasons to choose a hotel over a villa holiday, which are too many to mention, but here are a handful of the benefits that you can expect when you book your holiday at Las Dunas.
Concierge and 24-hour reception
As soon as you enter the exquisite foyer of the Las Dunas you immediate aware that you are in a high-end establishment with a team of highly trained staff on-hand to make your stay as enjoyable and relaxing as possible. While you may enjoy kicking back and doing your own thing in a villa, it is lovely to have a someone on-hand to help with all manner of requests. You’ll get more out of your holiday by exploring your local surroundings and sampling the lifestyle.
This is where a concierge service is invaluable, offering local knowledge and contacts, that will help you get the most out of your visit. If you fancy booking a treatment in the hotels Spa (the only 5-star day Spa on the Costa del Sol) or hiring a bicycle, no problem. If you want to explore the local town, hire a car, order a taxi, recommendation for the best places to eat in Estepona, beach clubs or maybe to book a boat trip, these are all within their remit. Whatever you need, they will do their best to help you.
Meet new people
Most people go on holiday to unwind, read a book and get away from it all, but this doesn’t necessary mean avoiding all human contact! Staying in a hotel, allows you the privacy you need, whilst providing a perfect opportunity to mingle with other guests (people just like you!). You never know who you will meet; you may start by chatting over a drink or your children playing together, and end up becoming lifelong friends.
Maximum pampering
There is nothing better than waking up on a sun-drenched morning, donning a luxurious monogrammed bathrobe and enjoying a lazy breakfast on your balcony. If you fancy some real pampering, you can take advantage of the hotel’s 5-star Spa, offering an impressive menu of treatments, including massages and facials (all Spa services can be booked via the hotel reception). As you may expect from a premium Estepona Spa hotel, you also have the option of following a personalised programme combining a healthy diet, gentle exercise, medical consultations and Spa treatments. The perfect setting to relax, rejuvenate and refreshed.
Choose your own room
We’ve all been there… you arrive at your rental property, a lovely villa with a beautiful garden but when it comes to allocating the bedrooms, no matter how luxurious the property, someone always gets the short straw.
Amenities
Yes, it is true that many villas are set within superb tropical gardens and have wonderful swimming pools and superb views. However, in general they cannot compete with large hotels like Las Dunas, with extensive private grounds offering an abundance of facilities, including an infinity swimming pool, sundecks, gym and restaurant, all enjoying unbeatable sea views.
The best locations
Whereas villas tend to be a little bit further from the amenities, Las Dunas was developed when prime beachfront land was in greater supply. The hotel is situated in a position that guarantees optimum views and easy access to local amenities. The New Golden Mile is not only synonymous with sea and sunshine, it has world-class golf courses, restaurants like the iconic Tikitano Besaya, beach clubs like Sonora Beach and Trocadero Estepona Beach Club, Country Clubs, Selwo Aventura safari park, a riding school and much more.
No cooking or washing up
Who doesn’t love room service and housekeeping and the appearance of freshly laundered towels appearing every day? There is something very decadent about checking into your hotel room, safe in the knowledge that there will be no dishes to wash, no tidying or cleaning required for the duration of your stay. You are guaranteed a complete break from those everyday jobs until you return home.
In conclusion, hotels and villas are like apples and oranges, they are both equally appealing, but if you are looking for pure pampering, then you can’t beat the personalised service provided by a 5-star hotel.
But don’t take our word for it, discover how you could enjoy the ultimate spa retreat holiday at Las Dunas Grand Hotel, visit our website or for more information or call us on 951 082 090 or email: reservas@lasdunascostadelsol.com.
