How to Get There:
Many budget airlines fly into Malaga Airport, inc EasyJet, Monarch, Thomsonfly, Ryanair, Flybe from local airports throughout the country. The property is located on Phase 3 of the Arenal Golf complex in Benalmadena, between Benalmadena Pueblo and Arroyo de la Miel. Follow signs for the N340 Motorway (Torremolinos) from airport turning off Motorway at Arroya de la Miel / Benalmadena junction 222. Follow signs for Arenal 2000 or newly built Xanit International Hospital, which is opposite the entrance gates to Phase 1 of Arenal Golf. Journey time 10 min approx. Trains service the Malaga - Fuengirola line stopping at airport and Arroya de la Miel every half hour from 07.00 am to 11.00pm and is fairly inexpensive. Taxis available outside Arroya train station to Arenal Golf. Taxi from Airport to Benalmadena costs about 25-30 euros. Car hire recommended so you can explore the area.
The Area:
Local buses are available behind the apartment block and on the main road to Mijas and the Benalmadena Costa / Pueblo / Arroya de la Miel and is very inexpensive. Excursions to Rhonda, Seville, Grandada, Mijas, and Gibraltar are available from Benalmadena town. Local attractions include, Tivoli World Fun Park, Teleferico Cable Car to Mount Calmorro, La Polama Park, Puerto Marina, Sea Life Centre, Casino, various museums and monuments, plus a wealth of shops, restaurants, bars and boutiques to suit all ages and tastes. There are also several water parks in the region, and market days in most resorts.
Golf:
The complex is built around a brand new 18 hole par 3 course (not yet open!). However, right opposite the entrance to the complex is another par 3 golf course, Benalmadena Golf, with club house, driving range, bar and restaurant facilities.
Additionally, it is 5 minutes away from the famous Torrequebrada Golf Resort, 18 hole Par 72.
Plus there are many, many more courses within easy reach around the Costa del Sol..