There is no label that identifies them as horse friendly, however, horse riders, horse riders, horse riding enthusiasts or simply lovers of horses will feel at home. They are hotels with a special aroma; establishments with a sensitivity for horses that makes them different and in which you can breathe a restorative tranquility.
Rides and tours on the back of a thoroughbred; exclusive polo or horse riding classes for beginners or expert hockey players; steeds and carriages for the use of guests; accommodations with stables in which to temporarily house and pamper guests' horses... The proposals are endless, as are the exclusive experiences in which to immerse yourself and let yourself go in these unique hotels.
Almost seven decades after it opened its doors, it still retains the glamor that Alfonso de Hohenlohe gave it and that has attracted the best of the international jet set. And this incomparable establishment surrounded by nature has, among its countless proposals, its own equestrian center that was created so that its clients could rent horses during their vacations (you do not need to be staying at the hotel to access the facilities). Today the Golf Resort of the Marbella Club Hotel also offers horseback riding excursions through its beautiful surroundings and training for high competition. From its wonderful and exclusive villas, to its spa or its outstanding gastronomic offer, the success of the stay is assured. (Marbella, Malaga)
Integrated into the Dehesa Montenmedio estate, a complex of more than 500 hectares that includes a golf course, a contemporary art museum and an equestrian center with some of the best facilities in Europe - it hosts the Sunshine Tour -, Hacienda Montenmedio is a paradise for horse riding lovers. The hotel, a delightful Andalusian farmhouse in Vejer de la Frontera, offers the possibility of taking horse riding lessons, riding in a carriage or on a horse through the mountains, among pines and cork oaks, a few kilometers from the beaches of Caños de Meca, Barbate. , Zahara de los Atunes or Conil, on the Costa de la Luz. Equipped with 29 rooms, the perfect stay is complemented by a relaxing swim in the saltwater pool, a yoga session or a few moments of disconnection at sunset in one of its characteristic Andalusian patios. (Vejer de la Frontera, Cádiz)
This is not a hotel with a riding school, but on the contrary: Can Vila is a tiny rural establishment with only seven rooms inside a riding school. Located a few kilometers from Barcelona, in the heart of the Montseny Natural Park - cataloged by the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve -, it organizes guided horseback riding routes in the surrounding area. The activities are open to those over five years old and do not require previous experience. The hotel occupies a typical Catalan stone farmhouse built at the beginning of the 19th century with a cozy decoration. It has a swimming pool and a glass-enclosed restaurant with excellent views where you can taste local products. (Sant Esteve de Palautordera, Barcelona)
Guests of this elegant luxury hotel with whitewashed walls and views of the Sotogrande Mediterranean have the opportunity to become polo players, a sport surrounded by glamor in Sotogrande, the mecca of this sport on the Old Continent. The experience, which does not require prior riding knowledge, is open to those over seven years of age. Those who prefer a quieter activity can opt for one of the horse routes through the forest of the La Alcaidesa estate. Golf, a very modern wellness club of more than 2,800m2 and succulent Andalusian cuisine complement a stay of ten. (San Roque, Cadiz)
Rustic and elegant come together at the Malvasía, a cozy hotel surrounded by nature, located in front of the Doñana marsh that offers its guests an equestrian tourism experience that is difficult to match: living a day on the Rocío road. Horse carriages, music, food and drink are the main ingredients of a day to enjoy landscapes, smells, sounds and unique sunsets with all five senses. From this establishment, which occupies a Rocero house, it is also possible to enjoy guided walks on the back of a steed, among pine forests and dunes next to the national park. The hotel, which has 35 exclusive rooms decorated in an Andalusian style, has a restaurant, Laboca, which combines tradition and avant-garde. (El Rocío. Huelva)
“We are a guest house, not a hotel,” is how this bright boutique country house is defined, nestled in the heart of the Alentejo plateau, ideal for resting and enjoying nature. It is not just any establishment: its facilities allow guests to accommodate their horses during their stay and experience the pleasure of horseback riding in the surroundings. And the relationship between the town, Monforte, and these animals dates back to Roman times, when it was the scene of horse racing. Rosa Estates doesn't limit itself to horses, it offers wine tastings, yoga and jogging, a private chef, excursions to the surrounding area and even picnics under the cork trees. (Monforte, Portugal)
It occupies an old stone, wood and slate farmhouse in a privileged location, the Babia Biosphere Reserve, on the way to the source of the Sil, which makes this royal Leonese inn ideal for enjoying nature in its purest form. Rosa and Ángel, who run the property, offer guests the opportunity to tour the spectacular landscapes of the Somiedo Natural Park on horseback, one of the most important protected areas in Asturias. In addition to this experience, this cozy high mountain hotel with only ten rooms opens the door to guided mountain routes or wildlife sightings, among other activities. (La Cueta, León)
The only five-star luxury hotel in Jerez occupies a delicately restored manor house from the early 19th century, home for decades to important Jerez families and, later, the site of the casino, a meeting place for local high society. The Casa Palacio María Luisa, located in the old town, offers its guests private, tailor-made equestrian routes to different farms in a city that has the horse as one of its hallmarks. Guests of this sophisticated establishment with a British feel will be able to see emblematic sites such as the Royal Andalusian School of Equestrian Art or the Yeguada de la Cartuja from here. (Jerez de la Frontera, Cádiz)
Hidden in the most rural Mallorca, this exclusive five-star adults only surrounded by 40 hectares of olive trees, lavender, lemon trees and pine trees is an oasis in which to disconnect and relax. And why not do it with horses? At Finca Serena they offer an attractive range of services, among which horseback riding routes stand out, activities that allow you to discover not only the quiet landscapes of the island's interior, but also the virgin and little-known beaches of the east coast. Quite a temptation.
