Hotel Rural Los Jarales, Istán

This beautiful rural hotel is located in the centre of the Sierra de las Nieves Mountain Range, in the Andalusian countryside between Marbella and Istán.

Hotel Rural los Jarales has been built in harmony with its natural environment. From its various viewpoints you can admire the spectacular views of the green, hilly surroundings.

Rooms are traditional in style, giving you a truly authentic Andalusian experience.

The hotel also boasts a covered outdoor swimming pool, which is heated in the cooler months.

The local cuisine here is also excellent, and continental breakfast and lunch can be enjoyed in the hotel's own rustic-style restaurant.

For dinner, wander down to the town to sample the local cuisine. You can also make the most of the free parking to enjoy dinner in nearby villages.

We are situated in the countryside, 15 km from Marbella and 700 metres from Istan, a typical white-washed Andalusian village with charming, narrow streets. It is surrounded by channels of water from Sierra de las Nieves’ Natural Park which UNESCO has named as a Biosphere Reserve.

The hotel can offer you all manner of information regarding visits and activities in the area. If outdoor activities is your thing, you can choose from hill walking routes, fishing or cycling. What's more the best golf courses in Marbella are located just 20 minutes away from the hotel.

A cultural visit to the Picasso Museum of Malaga comes highly recommended. Alternatively, there is the Aquatic Park of Mijas, the Zoo at Fuengirola, the Adventure Selwo at Estepona, the Karting Club, Horse riding trips and Manolo Santana’s tennis courts for your enjoyment.