Ronda Holidays
Holidays in Ronda – Breathtaking mountain resort
Ronda is one of the most historic and breathtaking towns in Spain; Spaniards actually refer to Ronda as The City of Dreams. This is one of Spain’s oldest towns dating back to the 9th century BC. With its dramatic mountain scenery, gothic architecture and 150m Tajo gorge it’s not hard to see why Ronda is the top tourist attraction in Andalucia. Nature lovers will be in heaven as Ronda is located within easy access of national parks such as Los Alcornocales where you can enjoy horse riding, cycling and tour the Neolithic caves.
Ronda is an incredibly romantic town much loved by couples, and when night falls the winding little streets become alive with scores of traditional tavernas and restaurants; flamenco shows are a nightly occurrence here. Wine tasting tours in cities such as Seville and the glamorous beaches of Marbella can also be enjoyed during holidays in Ronda.
When to go
If you are looking for a more tranquil Ronda then visit during the spring and autumn months when the orange trees are in bloom and the weather is warm rather than hot. The summer months can be very hot and incredibly busy with day trippers who arrive from the Costa del Sol beach resorts and more than double Ronda’s population. Spring and autumn are comfortably warm seasons in which to enjoy the many sports that this area is famous for and are a good time to pick up lower rates on flights and accommodation.
The weather in Ronda
Ronda does have long hot summers but is usually cooler than the Costa del Sol beach resorts thanks to its location of over 600m above sea level. Daytime summer temperatures will usually head over 30C but the evenings will be pleasantly warm at around 17C. Spring and autumn are both warm seasons with temperatures of around 18C to 21C but there may be a chance of short afternoon showers. Although there will still be plenty of sunshine during the winter, the temperature will drop to 13C and there will occasionally be snow on the surrounding mountains.
Getting the best deal
June through September is a busy time in Ronda and can bring peak prices; booking in advance is definitely advisable. Discounted accommodation rates can be found between January and mid-May, and between the second week of September and January. Avoiding school holiday periods such as Easter and the October will also mean lower holiday prices. Discounted holiday prices in Ronda can be obtained by booking in advance or by choosing last minute deals.Make sure to check out our best deals below or take a look at our late deals offers for significant holiday savings.
Airport and transport need to know
There are direct flights year round from major UK city airports to Malaga Airport (AGP) with a flight time of approximately three hours. Malaga airport offers facilities including duty free shopping, restaurants, hotels and car hire. Trains, buses and taxis depart from Terminal 3; taxis are unmetered and prices should be arranged with the driver. Transfer time to Ronda will be approximately 90 minutes by taxi with a fare of 110 euros (£88) per car. Independently booking a private car online is another option with a fare of 29 euros (£23) per person.
Buses run from Malaga bus station several times per day with a two hour transfer time. There is one direct train per day to Ronda from Malaga with a fare of 10 euros (£8). Car hire is an option and cars can be booked independently online; the major roads in Malaga are in good condition with driving on the right.
Best beaches in Ronda
The Costa del Sol is awash with beautiful unspoilt beaches and there is no shortage of fine sandy beaches along the immense coastline. These secluded little coves and busy resort beaches are world famous and should be included on any holiday to Ronda. The crystal clear Mediterranean Sea is the perfect place to swim, snorkel and scuba dive and the sunset views across the sea to North Africa are simply breathtaking. At just over one hour’s drive from Ronda you can soon be enjoying some of the best beaches in Andalucia.
It takes only a one hour drive from Ronda to reach Puerto Banus one of the most glamorous Costa del Sol resorts located six kilometres from Marbella. Mistral Beach is one of the most famous beaches in the area and is perfect if you wish to spend the day enjoying watersports such as scuba diving, jet skiing and taking dolphin spotting cruises. There is also a beach club serving delicious meals and jugs of ice cold sangria.
Travel west from Puerto Banus and you will arrive at the secluded, unspoilt beaches of Estepona. El Saladillo is an idyllic little beach that is rarely crowded even during the height of summer, and if you are looking for isolation this is the place to come. Spend the day relaxing on the sand or swimming in the exceptionally clear waters before enjoying the freshest seafood at the nearby beach restaurants.
A holiday in Ronda means you can also explore the beaches of Tarifa, the most southerly point in Europe. For a quiet beach where you can spend the day in hammocks or on a sun lounger head to Bolonia Beach; on a clear day you can view North Africa across the Mediterranean Sea. This is a beautiful, pale sand beach that is also a favourite with kite and wind surfers.
