Denia and the Coast:
Denia is located on the east coast of Spain and is very much a family resort. A quiet little town that was once the centre of the region's raisin growing industry, it is now a thriving tourist and commercial centre, where raisins are still grown and remain a local delicacy. The main avenue in Denia is the Plaza de la Constitucion where you can sit and watch the world go by. Here you will find a wonderful 17th century church. The area around Denia has been voted the third healthiest place to live by the World Health Organisation.
Denia has an impressive working fishing fleet and fresh fish can be seen being unloaded and sorted daily and where there is a regular fresh fish and meat market. With access to some 20km of Blue Flag beaches as well as small, rocky coves, ideal for a variety of activities including diving.
The whole area around Denia is dominated by orange and lemon groves and has a scattering of Roman and Islamic ruin sites.
La Sella Golf Course:
La Sella Golf Club
Carretera La Xare – Jesús Pobre, km. 4
03749 Jesús Pobre – Denia (Alicante)
Tel. 966454252
Fax 966454201
Situated on the slopes of a mountain lying next to the natural park of Montgo this 18-hole golf course with a par of 72 lies in a tranquil area. The Olive, Pine and Orange trees surrounding the course, whilst providing wonderful scenery, will catch out the less accurate players
The course is suitable for all levels of players, and if you know how to use the full range of clubs then you should achieve a decent score. Jose Maria Olazabal designed 9 of the holes, some particularly thought provoking as if you miss the green, all the skills of Championship player are needed to get back on track.
Should you feel your skills need updating a little, then private lessons are available at this all year round course. Other services include a driving range with 25 bays, a putting green and practice bunker.
The Marriott Hotel and Spa:
Available to owners and residents, The Marriott Hotel offers a luxurious Alanya Spa with hydrotherapy, aromatherapy, Thai massage, toning pools and Turkish baths amongst numerous other treatments set within its beautiful, relaxing surroundings. Designed in the style of Roman baths and next to an aromatic garden. There is a state of the art gymnasium and huge outdoor swimming pool. The temperature is maintained year round at a constant 33 degrees and there is ample space for sunbathing.
The Marriott has two restaurants and three bars, all of which offer a choice of food and drinks in a relaxed international atmosphere. There is a Jazz & Blues bar which features live music and cocktails, the Lobby Bar is open all day for coffees and aperitifs and the Pool Bar will serve hot and cold dishes, salads and sandwiches during the summer as you relax near the pool.
Golf:
Opened in 1991 La Sella Golf CLub was designed by international player José Maria Olazábal in conjunction with Juan de la Quadra Oyanguren and is specifically intended to be suitable for all levels of player.
La Sella is an international 18 hole, par 72 course, playing 6289 metres from the back tees, with a further nine holes currently under construction.
18 holes, Par 72
g White 6289 metres
g Yellow 6113 metres, Slope 136, Rating 73.3
g Red 5250 metres, Slope 131, Rating 74.5
Putting green, practice bunker, driving range, restaurants, buggy hire, clubhouse, changing rooms, showers, sauna, club hire, pro shop, tuition.
Handicap restriction: 36 Men, 36 Ladies
Prices & Opening Hours:
Schedule:08.00 - evening.
Open all year.
Green fees:18 holes: 70 €
9 holes: 40 €
Credit cards welcome:Visa, Mastercard, American Express.
Club Services:
Buggy hire:30 €
Trolley hire:3 €
Clubs:15 € complete set
Golf classes:Group and private (English, French, German, Spanish)
Driving range:25 bays
Putting green:1
Practice bunkers:1
