THE 5* GRAN MELIA SALINAS, COSTA TEQUISE

Immediately you arrive at the Hotel Gran Melia Salinas you will sense it is something special.  #It is not just a luxury five star hotel belonging to the leading hotels of the world group.  It is also an official haven of cultural heritage and it wins award after award.  However, accolades apart, the murals, paintings and sculptures of the designer icon Cesar Manrique in the reception and restaurant include some superb examples of his original artwork.

The Hotel is magnificently situated right on the beach enabling all 300 of the luxurious bedrooms to enjoy front line sea views.

Between bridge sessions relax in the stunning interior sub tropical gardens and the superb swimming pool area that resembles a tropical lagoon, also designed by Cesar Manrique.

The bedrooms are tastefully furnished in soft green fabrics and well equipped with bath, WC, air-conditioning, satellite TV, minibar and balcony or terrace.  If you opt for half board you will be spoilt for choice of culinary delights in the magnificent evening buffet restaurant or you can dine at any of the other four a la carte restaurants at a supplement.  The hotel also offers a new Spa Beauty Centre, fitness centre and three tennis courts.

We play bridge in the beautiful Tagoror Room where the King of Spain has held previous receptions.