Occidental Fuengirola

The hotel spreads across 316 rooms, many with sea-view balconies that let you watch the Mediterranean while you plan the next day's tee times. Every room comes with air conditioning, satellite TV, direct-dial telephone and radio, covering the essentials without trying to be something it's not. The rooms are straightforward and practical for a golf stay, with the basics covered and balconies on many sea-view options for a post-round drink.

Two outdoor pools anchor the leisure facilities, surrounded by sunbeds and two-person loungers with canopies when you need shade. The fitness studio is complimentary and properly equipped, with weights and cardio machines if you want to keep moving on non-golf days. The poolside areas get plenty of Spanish sun, and the beachfront position means you can walk straight onto the sand when you fancy a change of scene. There are areas to unwind by the poolside, and the setup works well for golfers who want to relax between rounds without needing to leave the hotel.

The hotel features four dining areas, comprising two restaurants, a snack bar and a lobby bar, giving you options without forcing you to head into town when you don't feel like it. Restaurant Arrozante is the standout, leaning into traditional Spanish cooking with a focus on rice dishes and seafood. The kitchen knows its way around Valencian Paella and Arroz Caldoso, the kind of proper rice dishes that justify the restaurant's name. The menu leans into seasonal seafood and local produce, and the wine list covers the usual Spanish favourites with enough range to find something that works. The Mediterranean approach to cooking, simple ingredients done well, comes through in the dishes, and it's worth booking a table if you want to eat in rather than heading out.

Beyond Arrozante, you've got a second restaurant, a snack bar and a lobby bar, which means you can grab something quick by the pool or settle in for a longer meal depending on how the day's gone. The setup suits golfers who want flexibility, whether that's a full sit-down dinner after a long round or just a sandwich and a beer before heading into Fuengirola for the evening.

That said, Fuengirola is worth exploring. The town delivers on nightlife, with enough bars and restaurants to keep things interesting across a week-long trip. The beachfront location makes this a smart choice for mixed groups, families with non-golfers, or anyone who wants their golf break to include more than just golf. It's the classic Costa del Sol setup, beach, courses and a proper night out, all within easy reach.