Ronda in Southern Spain

Slap in the heart of the Sierra de las Nieves and idyllic Genal Valley lies Parauta, and the Hotel Casas de Parauta. Artists and nature lovers alike are catered for in comfort. From €49

Situated above the picturesque white village of Gaucin, on of the jewels of Malaga province, the Hotel Caballo Andaluz is a treasure trove waiting to be discovered. From €45

Perfectly placed to explore the western Genal Valley, the Hotel Rural la Fuenticilla offers 14 rooms, a huge outdoor swimming pool, and country hospitality near the pretty village of Algotocin. From €35

A delightful luxury hotel in Cartajima, a small village in the Genal Valley, perfectly located for trekking from village to village. From €95

An attractive, affordable, and exclusive country retreat near Gaucin away from the major tourist tracks, yet deceptively close enough that day trips are a pleasure and easily undertaken. From €62

Nestled amongst the oak and chestnut trees of Benarraba, one of the Pueblos Blancos of the Serranía de Ronda, the Banu Rabahh and its 12 rooms await you. From €40

A country hotel on the edge of the attractive white village of Juzcar, central to major walks and nature tours of the Genal Valley. Hotel includes cordon bleu restaurant and art gallery. From €45