About La Manga
La Manga Club, nestled between the Costa Blanca and Costa Almeria, is set in 1,400 acres on La Costa Calida "The Warm Coast" where the flowers and orchards flourish in the year-long sunshine. The Resort has won numerous awards over the years for not only the quality of its golf courses but also as Europe’s best family-friendly resort. We do hope that the following information helps to make your stay at La Manga Club a pleasurable and enjoyable experience.
La Manga Club has something for everybody whether its sport at Europe’s premier sports and leisure resort or walking, hiking or cycling in and around the unspoilt green valley sheltered by the Murcian hills and fringed by the Mediterranean sea.
Something for everyone
The resort consists of various communities with the private villas near the South and North course. The Grand Hyatt Hotel is between the two courses.
Within walking distance there are 3 golf courses, 28 tennis courts and 8 padel courts as well as a top-quality gym. There is a kids club, bike rides, hill walks. You name it, La Manga Club has it!
Culinary choice
Over 15 restaurants with a global range of cuisines to suit all tastes are within easy walking distance, making it an ideal and safe family holiday location. The numerous bars and lively evening atmosphere also make it the ideal spot for adult groups seeking that relaxing sporting break.
La Manga is just spot-on for all ages
Shopping
La Manga has a range of boutique shops for those special treats - or just browsing. It has two well supplied supermarkets withing easy walking distance open til late.
Pamper yourself
The Spa on site in the Grand Hyatt Hotel is pure luxury with stunning surroundings. There is also a superb well equipped gym at the Tennis Centre.
Things To Do
Many of the recommendations for off site activities are from guide books or ‘word of mouth’ so not from personal recommendation)
Murcia. The region’s capital, Murcia, is one of the most important and fastest growing cities in Spain and has much to see and do. The city has a long history dating back to 831ad and flourished under the rule of its arab founders. The city really began to grow in the 16th century when it became of a centre of baroque architecture. Many fine churches, and the impressive cathedral with its 92 metre tower were built in this period, leaving the city with a splendid architectural heritage that draws visitors to this day. The city experienced a further building boom in the 19th century, a period which saw such distinctive buildings as the roman theatre, the town hall and the casino being built. The city has good shopping and a wide selection of museums, restaurants and bars.
Cartagena. A trip to Cartagena is not complete without a stroll through the shopping area. A good starting point could be the newly rebuilt port, with its magnificent ancient wall and new marina and bars. Past the former town hall building (now under repairs) is the Calle Mayor, the main street of the old quarter. Lined by traditional shops and restaurants, here you can get an ice cream and stroll down to the port, sit down and quietly watch the world go by, or follow the flow towards its heart and the numerous shops it shelters, from traditional instruments or sailing equipment to Mango, Zara, Pull and Bear, Springfield, Benetton, Massimo Dutti…
Cartagena harbour tours are available – 3 hour tours from 10-1 during popular holiday seasons. Discover the so-considered best natural harbor in the Western Mediterranean, but also takes you to its main defensive fortress, in a true trip along history (20 € per person/2022) info@mediterraneancartagenatours.com
Los Belones. This is the nearest village. Turn right at main gates and continue over roundabout and under main road. Lots of restaurants, cafes and several bars. Cheaper than on site.
Cabo de Palos. Cabo de Palos is a small fishing village approximately 15 minutes drive away towards La Manga Strip and a favourite retreat of visitors to La Manga Club featuring a huge lighthouse overlooking the Mediterranean. Sundays are a good day to go, there is a large market in the morning (9.00 - 2.00pm) just a few minutes walk to the seafront and there are numerous harbour front restuarants where you can sit in the sun and watch the world go by. Two large supermarkets with good fish counters. Pick up a roast chicken form the ‘pollo man’ on a Sunday morning from the ‘Upper’ car park.
La Manga Strip. The Mar Menor or ‘little sea’ is the inland sea separated from the Mediterranean by La Manga del Mar Menor or La Manga Strip. The La Manga Peninsular is over 28 kms long and stretches from the fishing village of Cabo de Palos to the salt flats of San Pedro del Pinatar. Only one road take you along the STRIP which although very busy in July and August can seem almost deserted outside these times. Both sides of La Manga Strip have something to offer. The Mediterranean side with its magnificent sandy beaches and the Mar Menor with its warm shallow waters, that are ideal for children and for enjoying your favourite water sports. During the summer months you´ll find various different water sports available at many different locations along the strip including waterskiing, jet biking, sailing and pedalos. For the youngsters try Peke Park which you will find down opposite Plaza Bohemia on La Manga Strip. Open only during the evening, this is an open-air amusement park with rides and fairground games. It works on a card system which you buy at the kiosk that entitles you to go on the rides until your credit runs out on the card.
Archena and Fortuna Leana Spas
Two of the Murcia region’s best kept secrets are the natural spas located at Archena and Fortuna. Mineral rich waters flow from underground springs and are said to have curative powers for a variety of ailments, including arthritic disorders and rheumatic illnesses. The thermal springs at Archena were first discovered more than 2000 years ago by the romans, and have drawn people seeking rest, recuperation or cures for a variety of illnesses for centuries.
If you would like further information about what La Manga Club has to offer we can send you more detailed information by emailing peter@hatcher.co.uk
