Smith tip
Befriend the resident horses with an apple or two and ask the hotel to organise a ride through the sierra-studded scenery.
The Lodge Ronda
Ronda, Andalucia, Spain[view map]
Best picnics
Be lazy and have a picnic in the beautiful sprawling gardens, under the shade of the oak trees – ask the private chef to rustle up a lunch for you.Best beaches
Marbella is just one hour’s drive away.Best walks
Take your pick; the surrounding areas on the Lodge Ronda’s doorstep will tempt even the laziest guest to do some exploring. Alternatively, go for a mountain walk around the beautiful village of Grazalema. There are stunning views from the 1,350-metre Puerto de las Palomas (Pass of the Doves).Activities
From the Lodge Ronda you can go horseback riding, paragliding, abseiling, fly in a hot air balloon, rent bicycles, drive a 4 x 4 track, go walking and visit new and old wineries. The winery situated in the 500 year old Trinitarian Convent of Los Descalzos Viejos at the edge of Ronda´s famous Tajo escarpment is well worth a visit.
Restaurants
Tragabuches
+34 952 190 291Head out for a romantic meal at Ronda’s finest restaurant, the Michelin-starred Tragabuches on Calle José Apartado, famed for its creative menu.
1 Calle Jose Aparicio, Ronda, Málaga, CP: 29400, Spain
Casa Santa Pola
+34 952 879 208This Santo Domingo eatery is renowned for its excellent Andalucian game and meat dishes and wonderful views of the gorge from its terrace.
3 Calle Santo Domingo, Ronda 29400, Spain
For a full list of eating and drinking recommendations in Ronda, Andalucia, check out our Ronda, Andalucia restaurant guide
For a full list of recommended activities in Ronda, Andalucia, check out our Ronda, Andalucia destination guide

