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Mariposa Libre

By the pool (added by manager 14 Feb 2020)

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Scenic glampsite overlooking the Costa del Sol’s Fahala valley
A 30-minute drive from Málaga and 40 minutes from Marbella
Outdoor swimming pool, woodfired hot tub and orange trees on site

For secluded hols in a prettily scenic spot less than 25 minutes’ drive from Costa del Sol beaches, make your way to the gorgeous Mariposa Libre, a family-friendly glampsite five minutes from the village of Cártama in Andalusia. Picture the scene: here’s luxury glamping in a stunning spot remote enough that a car (or other mode of personal transportation) is necessary, but well-placed enough that sandy beaches, heady hikes and busy cities are all within roughly half an hour. Those at a loss for what to do – so much to choose from – would do well to chat with Dutch owners Marcel and Maybritte, who can recommend plenty hereabouts. Spending days chilling on site comes highly recommended too, as guests might be enticed by fine views of the Fahala Valley, hours cooling off in the outdoor pool, lazing about under that Spanish sun on day beds, taking siestas on the swinging lounge bed, or unknotting muscles in the woodfired hot tub. Wanders about the site are also a must in order to meet the horses, sheep and chickens, or to stroll among the orange trees. When it comes to eats, this is very much a self-catered affair. Guests can buy ingredients in the supermarket in Cártama and sort something home-cooked in the in-unit or outdoor kitchens. On nights when a break from hot stoves appeals, there are also a handful of restaurants in the village.

Site type

Open all year

Languages spoken

Dutch

English

German

Spanish

Nearest sites

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

Features

No dogs allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house

Cycle hire

Evening entertainment

Fishing

Fitness centre

Games room

Hot tub

Indoor swimming pool

Kids' club

On-site restaurant/cafe

Outdoor swimming pool

Play area

TV room

Take away

Tennis

Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available

Car parking by pitch/unit

Composting toilet

Disabled facilities

Dog park

Drying room

Food shop

Free wifi

Ice pack freezing

Internet access

Launderette

Parent & baby washroom

Pick-up from public transport

Portable toilet

Pub toilets

Public telephone

Shower available

Toilet block

Washing-up area

Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly

Motorcycle friendly

Single-sex groups welcome

Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided

Barbecues allowed

Campfires allowed

Commercial vehicles allowed

Dogs allowed

No dogs allowed

Themes

Lake and/or mountain

Peaceful

Remote location

Spectacular scenery

Utilities

Charging facilities

Chemical disposal

Electric car charging point(s)

Gas cylinders available

Recycling available

Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby

Dog walk nearby

Public transport nearby

Shop nearby

Type

Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby

Climbing nearby

Cycle hire nearby

Cycling nearby

Fishing nearby

Golf nearby

Horse riding nearby

Leisure/theme park nearby

Mountain biking nearby

Restaurant nearby

Surf school nearby

Tennis nearby

Watersports nearby

Location

Mariposa Libre

Camino Zarzalón

Cártama

Malaga

Spain

29570

Directions

Timezone

Europe/Madrid CEST (GMT+02:00)

GPS

36.70719°N
-4.65381°W

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

Guests hereabouts ought not waste proximity to the coastal city of Málaga, half an hour’s drive from base. If only a handful of spots can be visited, make them the stunning palatial fortress of Alcazaba, the bullring museum, the Picasso museum and the winery, though multiple visits wouldn’t go astray either. Continue city days with a trip to the famed seaside resort of Marbella, where there’s much more to do than clubbing. Visitors can take to the beaches for watersports, swims and sunbathing, have a go on go-karting tracks, explore a handful of museums and gardens, and wander between the Salvador Dalí sculptures dotted about. Take a break from the urban with outdoorsy explores, starting with the spectacular El Caminito del Rey, a one-way (non-looped) hike along boardwalks built onto canyon walls. The route starts in Ardales (30 minutes) and finishes at the lake of Guadalhorce, and guests must be sure to book in advance. Less energy-filled days are to be had by sticking closer to home base. Kids – and grownups – can be handily entertained with trips to Aqualand Torremolinos waterpark (20 minutes), jaunts on the fair rides at Tivoli World (25 minutes), tours and petting at Crocodile Park (20 minutes), and afternoons watching dolphins and sea lions at Selwo Marina (30 minutes).

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
Playa Torremuelle - Carvajal Pm1	10.1 mi	Sea	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Playa Carvajal Pm1	10.1 mi	Sea	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Playa La Yuca - Arroyohondo Pm2	10.3 mi	Sea	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Playa Torreblanca Pm1	10.4 mi	Sea	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Playa Playamar Pm2	10.6 mi	Sea	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

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What attractions are near Mariposa Libre? Guests hereabouts ought not waste proximity to the coastal city of Málaga, half an hour’s drive from base. If only a handful of spots can be visited, make them the stunning palatial … Read more
When can I check in and check out of Mariposa Libre?

On-site accommodation

Arrive: 3 p.m. – 11 p.m.

Depart by: 11 a.m.

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