The great attractions of Sotogrande therefore are not party or ostentation as in neighboring Marbella but here the great fortunes prefer to spend their days in a quiet way, walk on the beach in flip-flops and enjoy sport and family.
Things do in Sotogrande
What to do in Sotogrande? Those who decide to go on holiday to Sotogrande, usually know very well what they will find. For those who are looking for information, we are going to name some of the things you can find in this beautiful place.
Marina
The Marina has a large number of moorings, a dry dock, a heliport and a sailing school and the Real Club Maritimo Sotogrande for lovers of sailing and water sports. It is a beautiful marina where you can walk and enjoy restaurants, shops, supermarkets, gyms or beauty centres.
Golf courses
Without leaving the municipality of Sotogrande, we can enjoy several excellent golf courses: Valderrama, Real Club de Golf Sotogrande, Almenara Golf and La Reserva de Sotogrande. Only a few kilometres away are the San Roque Club and the Alcaidesa Golf Resort.
Golf lovers will have a great time in Sotogrande.
Polo
Sotogrande also hosts Polo competitions, being one of the most important Polo places in the world both for the quality of the facilities available and for the level of international competitions taking place.
Among these competitions stands out the International Polo Tournament, organized by the Santa María Polo Club, which has six fields in the urbanization. It is one of the three most important Polo clubs in Europe, where you can play this equestrian sport 365 days a year.
Playing tennis or paddle
Do you like to play tennis or paddle tennis?
In Sotogrande you will find several tennis clubs where you can practice this sport. There are teachers available and they organize championships occasionally, you might meet a star or a future promise of this sport.
- Racquet Centre – La Reserva Club Sotogrande:
- Sotogrande Racquet Centre:
- Sotogrande Tennis and Padel Club:
Beaches in Sotogrande
Along the coast you can see concrete forts built from May 1936 onwards as a defensive line against a possible invasion from Gibraltar. Vestiges of history that were never used, but are part of our heritage.
La Reserva beach
Sotogrande can pride itself on having the first and only private beach in Spain. Located in the Reserva Club in the hills of Sotogrande, this 2,800 m2 artificial beach was inaugurated in 2018 with white sand imported from Punta Paloma in Tarifa. It has a sandy bottomed lagoon and another bigger one of 17.000 m2 for water sports.
Sotogrande beach
Torreguadiaro beach
Paseo del Mar
Guadalquiton beach
Access on foot is from Playa Torrecarbonería to the west and Playa Sotogrande to the east. There are no services and it is probably one of the quietest beaches in Andalusia.
Water Sports
From kayaking to kitesurfing, windsurfing to scuba diving or taking a boat out. Sotogrande has lots to offer when it comes to water activities for those who want to cool off in the heat of the day.
Would you prefer a sailing boat? In the marina you will find the sailing school at the Real Club Nautico
Deep sea fishing
Deep sea fishing in Sotogrande is world famous thanks to its location in relation to the Strait of Gibraltar; this area offers a unique setting for many species. In the marina you will find companies offering their services for those who want to enjoy a day of fishing with friends.
Beach Club
Ocotogono Beach Club
This club with restaurant is one of the most frequented by the inhabitants of the area, where they even celebrate their weddings and communions. The club has three swimming pools, one for adults, one for children and a smaller one for babies.
Trocadero Beach Club
The old Cucurucho has been transformed into the Beach Club Trocadero, with 700 m2 of lawn, a spectacular interior, two restaurants, family area and two swimming pools.
Chambao Beach Club
With Balinese beds and a chill-out atmosphere with live DJ sessions, this beach club located on the beach of Torreguadiaro is open every day from morning until dawn.
What to see in Sotogrande
If you feel like strolling around visiting places of interest, here most of them are within easy walking distance.
Torre Quebrada and Torre Nueva de Guadiaro
Along the Andalusian coast you will find many of these towers; once used as defensive elements, they are still standing and in a good state of preservation.
• Torre Quebrada de Guadiaro:
• Torre Nueva de Guadiaro:
Sotogrande Marina
Spectacular marina with residential area. You can rent boats or jet skis, as well as enjoy a good meal in one of the restaurants or even go to the gym.
What’s so special about Sotogrande?
What is special about Sotogrande? It is a quiet destination away from the hustle and bustle that can be found in nearby towns such as Marbella; this residential area stands out for its residential and hotel offer, being one of the main luxury destinations in Andalusia.
Those who have come to live in Sotogrande are struck by the friendliness of its people, who are open-minded residents of many different nationalities. If you enjoy horse riding, golf, tennis or paddle tennis in Sotogrande you will feel right at home.
Its proximity to places like Marbella, Malaga, Tarifa or Morocco means that in the blink of an eye you can change your life. If you feel like going skiing or visiting the snow, after a couple of hours by car you are in Sierra Nevada. A quiet place to stay, but close to many places of interest in Andalusia.
As if that wasn’t enough, Sotogrande is on the sea front, where dolphins swim and play with the boats that pass close to the coast. Nature lovers will be pleased to know that the area is surrounded by mountains and there is also a natural park, “Los Alcornocales”, with wild flora and fauna.
The climate is mild all year round and allows us to enjoy the great outdoors; we are sure that anyone who visits Sotogrande will come back.
Getting to Sotogrande
Sotogrande is located approximately one hour from Malaga airport and 20 minutes from Gibraltar Airport.
