There is swimming, tennis, table tennis, badminton and boulle within the grounds of the property. There are also many wonderful walks along trails throughout the area, as well as a host of other attractions such as:
The Puente Nuevo - The stunning bridge over the gorge in Ronda, started in 1759 and completed in 1793.
The Plaza de Toros - The famous bullring in Ronda, built in 1785 and the first to stage a corrida.
Baños Árabes - The Arab baths in Ronda, which are the best preserved in Spain.
Palacio de Mondragón - A Moorish palace in Ronda, built by King Abomelik in 1314.
Palacio de Rey Moro y la mina - The Palace of the Moorish King in Ronda, with the water mine and fortress leading to the bottom of the gorge.
Jardines de Cuenca - Terraced gardens on the ledges of the Tajo in Ronda.
Mirador de Aldehuela & balcón - A popular viewing point for the gorge and the countryside around Ronda.
Acinipo Ruins - The Roman settlement and amphitheatre, across the valley from El Ventorillo.
Cueva del Gato, Benaoján - The Cat’s Cave river pool - a magical place at Benaojan (near Ronda).
Iglesia de Santa Maria la Mayor - A cathedral in Ronda, once a mosque, on the site of a Roman temple.
Iglesia del Espiritu Santo - A church in Ronda built by King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella at the end of the 15th century.
Bodega Doña Felisa Chinchilla - Tours of the vineyard enjoying marvellous wines with optional diner; just a short walk from the gates of El Ventorillo.
RESTAURANTS
There are so many tapas bars and restaurants in the Ronda area. Below are some of our restaurant recommendations.
Tragata - small modern restaurant opposite the bullring. Almocabar - small cosy restaurant with excellent food. Carmen la de Ronda - excellent Spanish food next to the Santa Maria la Mayor cathedral Abades - formal dining on a pretty terrace De Locos Tapas - wonderful small tapas reasonably priced Bardal - recently awarded a Michelin Star
RONDA DIARY
Semana Santa - Holy Week, taking place during Easter for an entire week with processions and other religious celebrations.
Feria Goyesca - The ‘Feria de Pedro Romero’ is traditionally the first week in September.
Ronda Romantica - The second oldest rural fair in Andalucia; a reincarnation of the fair’s atmosphere from the 19th century including parades, horse riding tours and street performances. It takes place over four days.
