EL HIGUERAL GOLF COURS
Capanes del Golf is surrounded by the 9 hole El Higueral Golf Course soon to be extended into an 18 hole golf course. If you are looking for a luxury golf holiday rental in Benahavis, or you want to buy a property next to a golf course, then this municipality is rich in fantastic courses to play. 

COSTA DEL GOLF
Whether you are a beginner or a pro, there are so many to choose from. In the immediate area are Marbella Club Golf Resort, Monte Mayor, Atalaya Golf & Country Club and Los Archeros Golf. Also within a short drive are El Campanario Golf & Country Club, El Paraiso Golf, Guadalmina Golf and Los Flamingos to name but a few!

There are some fabulous restaurants in Benahavis ranging from Café’s to Gourmet. So many in fact for such a little village, that it has become known as the gastronomic centre of the area. All the restaurants in Benahavis village get very busy especially on a weekend. We recommend that you contact them in advance to book. Some also close one day a week and don’t open in the winter months. If you are looking for traditional Andalucian cooking this is definitely the place to visit. There is a variety of tasty tapas, meat and fish dishes. Often these are based on traditional old recipes cooked by their Abuela (Grandma).
Many of the restaurants in Benahavis village are located down a small alleyway which leads to a pretty square. Most of our customers love dining here especially in summer. It's a really lovely, atmospheric place to spend an evening. Below we have included some of our favourite restaurants in the Benahavis area. All of these are close for anyone staying or living in Capanes del Golf.

If you are looking to purchase in Capanes del Golf, then you may wish to stay in one of the many great hotels near Benahavis. From your hotel you can explore and get to know the area at your own pace. There is a wide choice of accommodation to suit all tastes and budgets. Amanhavis Restaurant and Hotel is in the centre of Benahavis Village. It is a small boutique hotel built in the Moorish style. Also located in Benahavis is the Gran Hotel Benahavis spa hotel, a 4 star hotel which is a very popular wedding venue.

There are so many beaches near Benahavis, it's sometimes hard to choose! As a guide, the closest and best beaches from Capanes del Golf are those of San Pedro de Alcantara and Puerto Banus. San Pedro has a huge long promenade, with beach fit gyms and beach bars and restaurants dotted along it.  Puerto Banus has soft golden sand, and some more exclusive beach clubs.  Travel West towards Estepona and you will find some more hidden gems, such as the lovely beach of Costalita, Heaven Beach Bar, and El Velerin.  Some great places to eat and soak up the rays.

Benahavis village has so much to offer and is only 5 minutes drive from Capanes del Golf. The village is nestled in the hills, just 7km from the coast. It is surrounded by mountains and a stunning river gorge, all of which can be explored on foot. Situated between Marbella, Estepona and Ronda it is in a prime location for those seeking peaceful surroundings not too far away from amenities. Benahavis village is known as a centre of gastronomy on the Costa del Sol due to its many renowned restaurants. It also has a Culinary school for students, the "La Escuela de Hostelería de Benahavís" who occasionally open their doors to test their skills on the public.

La Zagaleta, an exclusive gated residential estate and country club overlooking the village, lies within its municipal boundaries. The estate contributes to Benahavis' status as the richest municipality per capita in Andalucía.
However, a real draw for visitors is the natural parkland surrounding Benahavis village. There are many nature paths for walkers and hikers. Also, if you like an adventure, you can try out canyoning in the stunning river gorge. Professional guides take you downstream, jumping off rocks into the river, swimming through the cave-like part of the gorge and abseiling. A great way to experience nature, and suitable for most ages as long as you are fairly agile and a good swimmer. If you buy a property in Capanes del Golf in Benahavis, you are sure to benefit from this beautiful area. It is also an ideal place for couples wanting a romantic break, or for a fun family activity holiday. Capanes Luxury Living are taking bookings now!

Shopping in Benahavis itself is small but varied. There are some good local artist and sculpture studios, some boutique clothes shops, and a great bric a brac shop like Aladdin's cave. In the summer, the village comes alive with night time markets and music events in the village square.
A short drive away from the village is a fantastic Organic Supermarket in the Monte Halcones shopping centre on the Ronda Road. Also for your food shopping in Benahavis / Guadalmina area you will find all the big supermarkets. For example discount stores like Aldi and Lidl, as well as well known Spanish supermarkets Mercadona and Supersol.

If you venture further afield from Capanes del Golf, and head over to Puerto Banus you will discover El Corte Ingles. This is a large department store with everything under one roof.
We also highly recommend a visit to the old quarter of Marbella. Here you find some pretty little cobbled alleyways full of boutique shops, and some quaint bars and restaurants. The square in the middle, full of Orange trees, is a very popular place to stop and have lunch. And finally, just on the outside of Marbella Town is La Cañada, a shopping mall which has all the high street shops and brands. Zara, Mango, H&M to name just a few.

There are plenty of local bars near Benahavis, or in the village itself. From Capanes del Golf you can drive or take a taxi and within 5 minutes you will be either in Benahavis village, or we also recommend the new Boulevard of San Pedro de Alcántara. This is a lovely place to have an evening stroll and enjoy a drink. If you want a bigger night out, then head for the famous Puerto Banus. There you can stroll around the luxury harbour and have a drink overlooking the super yachts. Then you can head on to the late bars open til 4am on the second line of the port, or on to one of the nightclubs, such as Pangea, Tibu or Aqwa-Mist.

Puerto Banus is about 15 minutes drive from Capanes del Golf, in Benahavis. Or, travel about 20 minutes and you reach Marbella, and its beautiful old town of pretty cobbled lanes. Here you find more of an old school glamour, with lovely boutique shops and excellent restaurants. Stroll down to the beach front promenade, and there you find the small port of Marbella, with a buzzing scene of more bars and restaurants. Marbella has a very international feel, but still maintains a lot of traditional Spanish charm.

If you are looking for nightlife near Benahavis, there are plenty of bars and clubs in the Puerto Banus and Marbella areas. In the village itself, there are also a number of small local bars that stay open til around 2am in the summer months. Maybe you are looking for a more lively, glamorous night out. In which case you should head to Puerto Banus, playground of the rich and famous. Expect to spot a few football players and TV stars! The port is packed with bars and nightclubs, we've tried to name a few below.

For a different kind of scene, Marbella town has an eclectic mix of bars and clubs dotted around the old town as well as the small port. We like it here, its not quite so "bling" and there are some really funky small bars and clubs with a more mixed international crowd. Wherever you choose, the nightlife near Benahavis is said to be one of the best in Spain.