Buen Retiro

With palm-fringed pools and enough amenities to rival a five-star hotel, this Andalusian-style apartment complex – perched between Estepona and Marbella and just a short drive from Salduna Beach – is ticking all our boxes.

Mosey over to the shared pool and soak up some rays from the loungers dotted around the landscaped tropical gardens. Folks wanting to keep on top of their fitness will be impressed with the shared health club nearby (for an additional fee) with a Jacuzzi and Turkish bath for some post-workout rejuvenation. But if that's all sounding too energetic, stay put exactly where you are and let the concierge organise a massage under the shade of the Balinese beds. Meanwhile, kids will be kept busy with the football field, basketball court, and playground.

Back home, you'll love how light-filled and fresh everywhere feels. Daily housekeeping are on hand to keep things spick and span, leaving you valuable time to focus on the important stuff – starting with relaxing on that spacious private terrace with a good book and sundowners.

When tummies start to rumble, there's a sleek, modern kitchen for rustling up a meal and a dining area to gather your troops. Or keep things simple and stroll down to the on-site restaurant – it's all as easy-breezy as it sounds.

Home truths:
*There’s free parking at this complex and we recommend hiring a car to make the most of your stay
*Your host owns multiple apartments within this building, so the exact view, furnishings and layout might differ from the photos
*Daily changing of towels (except Sundays) and bed linen twice a week is included
*A concierge team is on hand 24 hours a day should you need anything
*The swimming pool opens from March to October
*The pool isn't fenced, so children will need to be supervised at all times
*You’ll find a supermarket to pick up essentials just 700 metres away
*There's a laptop-friendly space for remote working
*A cot and high chair for little ones are provided