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Hotels in Almeria city

Almeria is one of the least-known provincial capitals in Andalucia. But lately this ancient port city has been experiencing a renaissance, thanks to an urban regeneration programme which started in 2007 and is scheduled to finish in 2013.

City Walls and Gates of Seville

As you arrive in the city, look out for remnants of ancient stone walls marooned in the centre of busy roads, plus an impressive, well-preserved 400-metre section in Macarena, near the Andalucian parliament building. These are the remains of the city walls, or murallas, dating from the 12th century - Seville was once the most strongly fortified city in Europe.

Lantejuela Natural Reserve

East of Seville is this wetland reserve, comprising two saltwater lakes: Laguna de Calderón and Laguna de la Lantejuela. Until the mid-1960s, this wetland area covered an area of 300km² stretching between Écija and Osuna; today, only a fraction of this remains, including the 956ha of the Lantejuela reserve.

Festivals in Begíjar

Popular festivals in Begíjar are Festival de la Moto, Fiesta de la Virgen de la Cabeza, Fiesta de Santiago Apóstol, Feria y Fiestas del Cristo de la Vera Cruz and Fiesta de San José Obrero.

Sustainable Tourism

The Fuerte Hoteles group is legendary in Andalucia for providing quality accommodations and top service. Recently Brenda Padilla interviewed Joaquín Pineda, head of environmental policy, regarding the group's environmental policies, strategies and plans for the future.

A: What the Fuerte Hoteles' main goal in terms of environmental policy?

Complejo Endorreico del Puerto de Santa Maria Natural Reserve

Inland near El Puerto de Santa María are a series of three freshwater lakes: Salada, Chica and Juncosa. Salada is the largest, covering an area of 36ha. They are fed mainly by rainwater, which means that in times of drought they can dry out and leave a bed of crusted salt, although the Salada is the least likely to dry out completely. The whole reserve (including a core area of 63ha of the lakes) covers an area of 291ha.

Centro Comercial Paniagua, Sotogrande

The Centro Comercial Paniagua is located next to the original Cortijo Paniagua. McMicking purchased the Cortijo in 1964, using it as the centre of operations for the construction of the Sotogrande Estate.

Vincci Seleccion Posada del Patio Hotel

Vincci Seleccion Posada del Patio is one of Malaga’s few five-star hotels, and has style and character. While the façade is traditional, inside Book now! the décor features flashes of strong, bright colours – the 106 rooms have yellow, pink or red bedspreads - and textured wall coverings. Suites are on higher floors (and therefore quieter): duplexes are in attic rooms with sloping rooves; others are sunnier, and some have balconies.

Artists and Designers

Some of the greatest names in art history have come from Andalucia, including painters Velázquez, Murillo and Pablo Picasso. At museums throughout the region you'll find displays of the creative vein that continues to run through southern Spain. On this page, you'll meet up with the people who established local artistic traditions.

Serrania de Ronda - Pet-friendly Hotels

A range of hotels that allow your pet to stay with you. These establishments have an animal friendly policy, which means that in all of them pets are allowed to stay and may even be catered to in various ways.

For some hotels, the offer for pets to stay will be included in the cost, however others may charge an additional fee to cover particular services and amenities for the animal. This may include treats/food, their own bed or just the cleaning service once you have left. The services included will vary and depend on each hotel.

Hotels

The hotels in Mijas Pueblo are located within and around the hillside village which is the historical centre of Mijas. Spectacularly situated in mountainous countryside, Mijas Pueblo is a traditional Andalucian "white village" whose main economic income comes from tourism. Listed below you can see some of the magnificent hotels you can stay in near the town.

Hotel AC Almeria by Marriott

This elegant hotel is within easy reach of the port, beaches and historic monuments. The hotel was converted from townhouses, with 97 rooms decorated in contemporary style with wooden floors. Book now! On the rooftop terrace, there is a small plunge pool and extensive wooden sundeck offering fabulous views over the city.

Andalucian Government

The executive cabinet or "Consejo de Gobierno de la Junta de Andalucia" is comprised fo the President of Andalucia, Vice Presidents and 'Consejeros'. (as distinct from 'Ministeros' in the national government. Translation to English is often confusing as they are neither Ministers nor local Councilors).

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