About this hotel
General information
Finca La Bobadilla is a country estate in the heart of Andalusia, spread over 350 hectares of olive groves, oak and cork woodland and the rolling hills of the Sierra de Loja. The hotel is laid out like a small Andalusian white village: whitewashed, tile-roofed buildings, courtyards with fountains, little squares and winding paths through gardens and palm trees. There is even a deconsecrated chapel with its own organ.
Rooms and suites are dressed in a warm, understated Andalusian style, with windows and terraces facing the gardens or the open countryside. Life on the estate is unhurried: rides and cycle routes through the groves, more than 1,000 m² of pools, Flow Spa, a small farm for children and Andalusian cooking built on produce from the estate's garden and its own olive oil. The hotel is a member of The Leading Hotels of the World.
Location
The estate sits in open countryside between Granada and Málaga, at the foot of the Sierra de Loja; the address the hotel gives places it in Archidona, in the province of Málaga (A-333 road, km 65.5). The Antequera AVE high-speed station is about 20 minutes away, Granada airport 30 minutes and Málaga airport around 50 minutes by car; Córdoba is an hour away, Seville 1 hour 30 minutes and Madrid 2 hours 30 minutes by AVE. Private transfers are arranged on request.
Spa
Flow Spa covers 600 m² among centuries-old olive trees. It has two heated indoor pools, dry and infrared saunas, sensory showers, a relaxation room, three treatment rooms and a beauty room for hair, make-up and treatments. Massages, rituals and facials use Natura Bissé skincare and Naggura treatment beds. A light-filled gym with Technogym equipment and personal training complete the offer. The spa is open to guests aged 15 and over.
Sports & leisure
The estate is made for time outdoors.
- Equestrian centre — riding lessons and guided rides through olive groves and oak woods
- Outdoor tennis, padel and pickleball courts, with equipment and coaching on request
- Mountain bikes and e-bikes for all ages, five signposted routes and an optional private guide
- Five marked walking and running trails through oak and cork forest
- Open-air sunrise yoga and personal training
- More than 70 golf courses in the province of Málaga, with preferential access for guests
- Pétanque and horseshoes by the turtle lake
- Concierge-arranged outings to Granada, Málaga, Ronda and the Sierra de Loja, winery visits and caviar tastings
For children
Children have their own pool among the three outdoor pools, all watched by lifeguards, plus a heated indoor pool with a play area, a playground and a table-tennis corner. They can ride and take lessons, feed the horses, meet Wendy the pony, the hens and the turtles, and sow and harvest in the estate garden. A supervised Kids Club runs during selected school-holiday periods, with outdoor play, sports, crafts and experiments, and babysitting can be booked on request. The Smile Eat Menu for younger guests is served in the restaurants, at the Pool Bar and in the rooms.
Restaurants & bars
Cooking on the estate is rooted in Andalusian produce, olive oil and vegetables from its own garden, with menus shaped by chef Óscar Velasco. The dress code is smart casual.
- La Jara — an intimate, adults-only restaurant for signature Andalusian cooking; sunset dinners with Andalusian wines
- El Cortijo — dinners in an Andalusian courtyard, with seasonal traditional dishes for sharing
- El Mirador — poolside lunches of fresh salads and grilled meats
- Bar La Plaza — evening aperitifs and signature cocktails
- Pool Bar — drinks beside the pools
Breakfast is served on the terrace, with artisan bread and extra virgin olive oil.
Swimming
There is no sea here; instead more than 1,000 m² of pools are set among palm trees and fragrant gardens. Three outdoor pools, one of them for children, are supervised by lifeguards, with the Pool Bar and El Mirador alongside. Flow Spa adds two heated indoor pools.
Pets
Pets may stay in guest rooms and join their owners in the communal areas, though not in the restaurants or around the pools; a supplement is charged for daily cleaning of rooms with pets, and owners are responsible for any damage.
Rooms
Nine categories, from 26–37 m² Deluxe Rooms to two-bedroom suites of up to 200 m², all in an Andalusian style and looking over the gardens or the countryside. Guests have unlimited use of Flow Spa.
Individually controlled air conditioning, free high-speed Wi-Fi, Egyptian cotton bed linen, bathrobes, a professional hairdryer, natural toiletries and 24-hour room service.
Residence Double Suite Garden
A two-bedroom suite with generous living space, bathrooms with XXL rain showers and a private garden opening onto the grounds, with views of the Andalusian countryside. Sleeps up to five adults, or two adults and three children.
Master Suite Panoramic Terrace
A one-bedroom suite (king- or queen-size bed) with a large living room and two outdoor areas, including a panoramic terrace with loungers and sofas. Sleeps three adults, or two adults and two children; pets welcome.
Master Suite Terrace
A suite with a grand living room, a bathroom with bathtub and a large private terrace with views. Sleeps three adults, or two adults and two children; pets welcome.
Junior Suite
A bright suite with garden views, a king- or queen-size bed, a sitting area with sofa and table and a large bathroom with bathtub. For two guests, with a cot available.
Junior Suite Terrace
The same light-filled layout with sofa, coffee table and bathtub, plus a private terrace looking over the countryside. For two guests, with a cot available; pets welcome.
Hacienda Tower Suite Terrace
A tower suite at the highest point of the estate, with Andalusian design, a spacious living area, a luxurious bathroom, a private hot tub and a large panoramic terrace. For two guests, with a cot available.
Encinar Grand Double Suite
Two bedrooms, one with its own jacuzzi, a high-ceilinged living room with wood and terracotta floors and a large fireplace, and a sunny panoramic terrace with a private hot tub overlooking the oak woods. Sleeps up to five adults, or two adults and three children.
Deluxe Room
A calm, light-filled room with garden views, a king- or queen-size bed, a Nespresso machine and a spacious bathroom with bathtub. For two guests.
Cortijo Grand Double Suite
Two bedrooms, one with its own jacuzzi, a living and dining room, a hot tub and a large panoramic terrace over the countryside. Sleeps up to five adults, or two adults and three children.
Photos are for illustrative purposes only. Actual room layout, furnishings, décor, views and amenities may differ from those shown and may vary between rooms of the same category. Hotel and room descriptions are based on information provided by the property and are believed to be accurate at the time of publication, but are not guaranteed. The hotel may renovate or change its rooms, facilities, restaurants and services at any time without notice. The final details of your stay are confirmed at the time of booking. See our Terms of Use.