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of the best
golf hotels
Aphrodite Hills
Paphos
Panoramic views of the Med should
relax even the most intense golfer as
they tackle this resort’s 18 holes. A
dozen dining options and the resort’s
own spa aids the unwinding process.
From €171, book at hotels.easyJet.com
Amendoeira Golf Resort
Faro
Among the beautiful Monchique
Mountains, novice golfers can
learn new tricks at the resort’s golf
academy, while the pros compete
on two championship courses.
From
€190, book at hotels.easyJet.com
Royal Mougins Golf Club
Nice
Luscious flora surrounds this four-
star course and all the rooms have
direct buggy access for a quick tee-
off. Use the time in hand to sip drinks
on the terrace at sunset.
From €238, book at hotels.easyJet.com
Arrecife Gran Hotel & Spa
Lanzarote
Located next to El Reducto Beach,
this spacious and modern five-star
hotel (
right
)
has panoramic views
across the coastline so spectacular
you’ll slow down to make them last
longer. Designed to accommodate
this, the Gran Hotel has several bars
–
including one on the roof terrace –
and a glass-walled restaurant serving
Mediterranean and international
cuisine. If you can tear yourself away
from the scenery, the Turkish bath in
the hotel spa is pretty nice too.
From €54, book at hotels.easyJet.com
Varouxakis Hotel
Chania, Crete
A two-minute walk from the lively
taverns and restaurants of Platanias
Square, this family-run hotel provides
a cosy base from which to explore the
local area. Those who would rather stay
closer to home can take advantage of
the ecological pool with hydromassage
facilities before enjoying a cocktail at
the poolside bar.
From €128, book at hotels.easyJet.com
Elegance Dream Hotel
Antalya
Chandeliers and vintage, French-style
furnishings supply the “elegance” of this
charming hotel on the Turkish Riviera.
In addition to the open buffet breakfast,
guests can taste the local cuisine in
the many bars and restaurants around
idyllic Mermerli Beach and yacht
marina just a short walk away.
From €87, book at hotels.easyJet.com
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