Montiboli

Enjoying an impressive cliff top setting, this luxurious hotel boasts direct access down to the picturesque beach – gaze at breathtaking views over the Mediterranean from the outdoor pool. It occupies the Iberian Peninsula and is bathed by the Mediterranean Sea, the Atlantic Ocean and the Cantabrian Sea. Make the most of the fantastic climate and glorious sunshine which the Costa Blanca enjoys much of the year. It also includes the Balearic Islands in the Mediterranean, the Canary Islands in the Atlantic and the cities of Ceuta and Melilla Its total surface area is 504,788 sq kms Spain's powerful world empire of the 16th and 17th centuries ultimately yielded command of the seas to England. You can stay active with a game of tennis on the Montiboli’s courts. Subsequent failure to embrace the mercantile and industrial revolutions caused the country to fall behind Britain, France, and Germany in economic and political power. Cool off in the outdoor pool before relaxing with a good book or afternoon siesta on the poolside loungers. Spain remained neutral in World Wars I and II, but suffered through a devastating Civil War (1936-39). Later, challenge yourself to a workout in the gym before an indulgent session in the spa and wellness centre. In the second half of the 20th century, it has played a catch-up role in the western international community. Here, you can pamper yourself to numerous treatments and enjoy a relaxing massage before dinner. Continuing concerns are large-scale unemployment and the Basque separatist movement The diversity and contrast that go to mould the character of Spain are likewise in evidence in its cities. In the evening, relax even further with a delicious cocktail in the Montiboli bar before savouring a gourmet dinner in the exquisite restaurant. Celts, Iberians, Phoenicians and, at a later date, the Greco-Roman civilisation laid the first cornerstones of urban settlements which, to this day, bear the marks of their passage through time During the Middle Ages, Arabic, Jewish and Christian cultures, singly and through a process of mutual cross-influence, gave rise to the birth of cities which have come to house an historical-artistic heritage of incalculable proportions Tradition alone does not suffice Modernity too is essential, and this was something certain Spanish monarchs –Charles III for one– managed to successfully apply during their reigns in order to beautify townscapes, like that of Madrid, with parks and landmark monuments, thereby instilling the city with a spirit of renewal. For a truly romantic experience, you can choose to dine alfresco-style under the stars. It was this element of urban renewal that became even more evident at a later date, in the form of townplans designed to extend and enlarge the leading cities, and the construction of graceful buildings which, in keeping with the shifts and changes in architectural tastes, have helped shape the identity of Spain’s cities over the last two hundred years.