INSIDER’S GUIDE: Sotogrande

Indulge in the best of the Mediterranean, visiting Spain’s most exclusive luxury lifestyle community, Sotogrande (San Roque, Andalusia).

Sotogrande Port

Dating back to the 1960s, Sotogrande has grown as a planned residential community of elite villas, townhouses, and apartments. To feel at the heart of this upscale enclave, head to the marina.

Found where the Mediterranean and Atlantic meet, this luxury port is not only home to sparkling yachts and nautical pursuits, but also a great place to shop and eat. Enjoy a sophisticated breakfast at the legendary Ke Sotogrande restaurant before hiring a crewed yacht or catamaran for a day on the water.

There’s also a wide selection of refined boutiques like the fashion & home store, EL Almacén del Puerto, where you can pick up handcrafted scented candles by Maison Soto, created by renowned French perfumer, Marie-Aude Couture, who has now made Sotogrande her summer home.

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The Beach

Probably one of the most extraordinary beach clubs in the world, The Beach offers an understated, refined, luxury beach experience, within the fabulous country club setting of La Reserva Club.

The Mediterranean is a few kilometres away, but here all the fun of the beach is found within this exclusive environment. A golden ‘beach’ of fine Andalucian sand leads seamlessly into a huge pool lagoon that is surrounded by elegant sun loungers, and day beds. There’s a restaurant and adults only pool too.

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SO/ Spa

The sprawling luxury resort of SO/ Sotogrande is the social, gastronomic and wellness hub of the community. The spa is nothing short of spectacular, with striking architecture, world-class facilities, and signature treatments, offered in some of the most beautiful spa rooms in the world.

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Marxa Summer Chiringuito & Cortijo Santa María 1962

While you’re at the resort, make a day of it, with cocktails and lunch at Marxa,  Sotogrande’s sizzling summer destination, or a gastronomic dinner at Cortijo Santa María 1962.

At the Cortijo, expect memorable tasting menus by Executive Chef Leandro Caballero, satisfyingly rich with seasonal produce, like Almadraba tuna from nearby Barbate, or hearty wild game from the mountain forests.

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San Roque Golf Club

Sotogrande is synonymous with an elite, sporty lifestyle, and in particular golf. The area boasts some of the best courses in Europe including San Roque Golf Club, home to two spectacular courses, the legendary Old Course, as well as the stunning and challenging New Course designed by Perry Dye, in collaboration with Severiano Ballasteros.

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Real Club Valderrama Golf Club

Sotogrande is also home to the iconic Real Club Valderrama. The course has hosted some of the game’s finest moments, including the European victory at the 1997 Ryder’s Cup, the first time the tournament was held outside the UK.

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Trocadero Beach Club

This iconic beach club, once the legendary ‘El Cucurucho,’ has eclectic design by Lorenzo Queipo de Llano, the setting for signature Trocadero Mediterranean cuisine and cocktails served poolside with views of the beach, Gibraltar and across to Morocco.

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