Ctra de Arcos, Km 6, Jerez De La Frontera, Spain | (888) 551-4925
On-site 18-hole, Jack Nicklaus-designed golf course with free, unlimited green fees
Next door to Circuit of Jerez race track
All-inclusive or room-only options
Lovely outdoor pools, one with golf course views
Expansive, palm tree-shaded outdoor dining area
Recreation options include tennis courts, soccer fields, and jogging track
Beautiful spa with hydromassage bath
24-hour room service
Pets allowed
Free parking
Somewhat secluded, about seven miles from town center
Entertainment programming runs only during August
Gym, spa, and tennis cost extra to guests choosing room-only option
The 159-room Barcelo Montecastillo Resort is a five-star hotel with its very own championship 18-hole golf course on the grounds, designed by Jack Nicklaus. A golfer's paradise, the resort also offers a wide range of other sports options, including two FIFA-approved soccer pitches and a lap pool, along with room to relax by the second pool or in the elegant spa. All of the features help make up for the hotel's somewhat secluded location, removed from other tourist attractions. Rooms have a soothing, elegant feel, with flat-screen TVs and rain showerheads, making them great for resting after a long day outside. Sporty groups looking to socialize, business travelers, and families with kids will find much to appreciate about this luxurious hotel.
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Scene
Golf heaven, with plenty of space to relax and recharge after the game
The Barcelo Montecastillo Resort is a haven for golfers, with its own golf course and driving range that draw groups of men traveling together, and dining and drinking between tee times. Golf course views from the sun terraces are spectacular, and charming walkways wind through the beautifully landscaped grounds. The resort was renovated in 2013 and feels upscale and modern, but not ostentatious or stuffy. Two-story windows allow Spanish sun to stream through the lobby, which has slightly secluded areas for groups to socialize, and is decorated with kilim-upholstered sofas, oriental carpets, and interesting artworks. There are other spots for socializing on the various terraces and in the spacious hallways, with comfortably chic seating. Ricardo's Snack Bar has outdoor and indoor tables and a grand piano on the porch -- for that extra, five-star touch.
Location
Secluded, on a golf course, next to a Formula One course
The Barcelo Montecastillo Resort is located in a gated community about six miles from the center of the town of Jerez de la Frontera. The neighborhood is secluded, and the resort is surrounded by apartment buildings, many of which were under construction that was halted due to the downturn in the Spanish economy. There isn't much to do in the immediate area, but the resort has fantastic facilities and lush grounds with plenty of space to roam. Next door is the Circuita de Jerez, a Formula One racetrack, which hosts both car and motorcycle races.
Rooms
All-inclusive or room-only options, stylish rooms, and villas
Rooms at the Barcelo Montecastillo Resort are serene and lovely, with quality furniture and the attention to detail that makes for a five-star experience. There are floor-to-ceiling drapes, refined color schemes, and interesting artwork, such as a triptych of crisp, black-and-white landscape photographs over the bed. Flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and there is free Wi-Fi. Bathrooms are not large, but big enough, and include soaking tubs with rain showerheads to help fend off golf-induced muscle aches. Some villas have private gardens, and the Presidential Villa is completely autonomous (but room service accessible!).
Features
Amazing golf course, soccer and tennis, lap pool, spa with sauna
The Barcelo Montecastillo Resort is all about sports and activity, centering around the impressive 18-hole golf course and driving range. The sporting facilities are well-kept, if heavily used, and include tennis and paddle tennis, jogging paths, two soccer pitches, and a modern fitness center. All-inclusive guests have unlimited golf time and an hour's free tennis per day. For post-game relaxing, there's an airy, full-service spa complete with steam, sauna, and indoor pool for hydromassage. The two outdoor pools (one lap pool, and another pool with golf course views) are beautifully landscaped with rock outcroppings, palm trees, and tropical plants, making each one feel like a private oasis. The El Lagar Restaurant Buffet is not crowded or cheap-feeling, but rather is high-end for a buffet, with elegant indoor and outdoor seating areas. There is a children's pool open year-round, and children's activities are offered in August.
