• From: TripAdvisor
  • Date: Sunday 26th June, 2016
  • Subject: A few comments from a guests holiday experience at Desert Springs Resort

“Very special location, our favorite place in Spain”

This is our second visit to Desert Springs and again we loved everything about the resort.

We only visited for 3 days so being a bit isolated is not an issue but a positive as you really can get away from it all!

The apartment was well equipped and spotless.

The golf course is in excellent condition and once you know where the rocks are great fun to play. It was pretty quiet in the main restaurant. The staff in the restaurant are very friendly and efficient and the quality of the food excellent value for money at 18€ for 3 courses.

Can’t wait until we can return to this special location again!

  • From: TripAdvisor
  • Date: Sunday 26th June, 2016
  • Subject: A few comments from a guests holiday experience at Desert Springs Resort

 

"Very special location, our favorite place in Spain"

This is our second visit to Desert Springs and again we loved everything about the resort.

We only visited for 3 days so being a bit isolated is not an issue but a positive as you really can get away from it all!

The apartment was well equipped and spotless.

The golf course is in excellent condition and once you know where the rocks are great fun to play. It was pretty quiet in the main restaurant. The staff in the restaurant are very friendly and efficient and the quality of the food excellent value for money at 18€ for 3 courses.

Can't wait until we can return to this special location again!

 

  • From: Trip Advisor
  • Date: Monday 20th June, 2016
  • Subject: Excellent Restaurant worthy of a visit even if not on Desert Springs Resort

My Wife, Son, Daughter in Law and the Grandchildren used the restaurant on arrival for lunch and we were pleasantly surprised so we booked for Sunday “Lunch” at 5.00 the next day – fortunately the waitress who took the reservation noted we wanted the roast meal as when we arrived it had sold out unless it had been reserved – a point worth noting if you are like my wife and love Sunday Roasts ( we had fortunately booked the following Sunday as the same situation arose) the beef and lamb roasts were thoroughly enjoyable.

We visited a number of times for our early evening dinner (an 11 month grandchild dictating our meal times). The Fillet Steaks, Lamb Chops, Duck etc. were really good value as were the basics of burgers and pastas etc.

The Este White House wine was good value for money. We never had breakfast so cannot comment on this.

The staff are really good cheerful people making the meals that little more enjoyable.

  • From: Trip Advisor
  • Date: Monday 20th June, 2016
  • Subject: Excellent Restaurant worthy of a visit even if not on Desert Springs Resort
My Wife, Son, Daughter in Law and the Grandchildren used the restaurant on arrival for lunch and we were pleasantly surprised so we booked for Sunday "Lunch" at 5.00 the next day – fortunately the waitress who took the reservation noted we wanted the roast meal as when we arrived it had sold out unless it had been reserved – a point worth noting if you are like my wife and love Sunday Roasts ( we had fortunately booked the following Sunday as the same situation arose) the beef and lamb roasts were thoroughly enjoyable. We visited a number of times for our early evening dinner (an 11 month grandchild dictating our meal times). The Fillet Steaks, Lamb Chops, Duck etc. were really good value as were the basics of burgers and pastas etc. The Este White House wine was good value for money. We never had breakfast so cannot comment on this. The staff are really good cheerful people making the meals that little more enjoyable.
 
  • From: TripAdvisor
  • Date: Sunday 19th June, 2016
  • Subject: A few comments from a guests holiday experience at Desert Springs Resort

“Fantastic holiday, golf & lovely staff”

Me and my family have been coming back to Desert Springs for 4 years now and always have a fabulous relaxing time. 

The staff are brilliant always welcoming and attentive and friendly especially the El Torrente restaurant manageress Ellie and her team and the golf reception guys. 

The golf and accommodation were both fantastic, this time we stayed at 9 Powderhorn which is a lovely house well equip with everything you could possibly need, immaculately decorated and well furnished with a good sized pool, nice garden and fab views of the golf course.

Enjoyed the spa facilities and had a lovely couple of massage treatments. 

Restaurant food was also great for breakfast and dinner and it was Great to see the crocodile club open at weekends during term time! Enjoyed cocktails at the pool bar, great service and a nice holiday atmosphere. 

Have booked to return later this year can’t wait.

  • From: TripAdvisor
  • Date: Sunday 19th June, 2016
  • Subject: A few comments from a guests holiday experience at Desert Springs Resort
 

 

Me and my family have been coming back to Desert Springs for 4 years now and always have a fabulous relaxing time. 

The staff are brilliant always welcoming and attentive and friendly especially the El Torrente restaurant manageress Ellie and her team and the golf reception guys. 

The golf and accommodation were both fantastic, this time we stayed at 9 powderhorn which is a lovely house well equip with everything you could possibly need, immaculately decorated and well furnished with a good sized pool, nice garden and fab views of the golf course.

Enjoyed the spa facilities and had a lovely couple of massage treatments. 

Restaurant food was also great for breakfast and dinner and it was Great to see the crocodile club open at weekends during term time! Enjoyed cocktails at the pool bar, great service and a nice holiday atmosphere. 

Have booked to return later this year can't wait.

 

  • From: John H.
  • Date: Friday 27th May, 2016
  • Subject: A few comments from John H. about his holidays at Desert Springs Resort

Absolutely lovely holiday; thank you very much.

Lovely food in the club house. Brilliant service too by Almeria airport assistance and the car guys in Alquile.

The region is a great place to explore. In future we should be able to stay for more than a week!

Sincerely,
John H.

  • From: John H.
  • Date: Friday 27th May, 2016
  • Subject: A few comments from John H. about his holidays at Desert Springs Resort

 

Absolutely lovely holiday; thank you very much.

Lovely food in the club house. Brilliant service too by Almeria airport assistance and the car guys in Alquile.

The region is a great place to explore. In future we should be able to stay for more than a week! 

Sincerely,

John H.

  • From: TripAdvisor
  • Date: Wednesday 25th May, 2016
  • Subject: A few comments from a guests holiday experience at Desert Springs Resort

“Relax and Chill”

We have been coming to Desert Springs for almost 10 years, and for us it’s one of those places you just must come back too, to relax and chill.
We are lucky that it is Sandy Lane Barbados for us in Sept / Oct and Desert Springs in May / June.

Just had 7 days at 24 Desert Drive, pool, 3 beds, en suite and family bathroom and it overlooks the 17th Tee Box.
Quiet, read a book, listen to some music and drank some wine. It is also a short walk to Clubhouse.

Well this year I have to admit the food in the Clubhouse was the best it has ever been.
Only intended to eat once or twice in the week and ended up eating every night. Chefs 3 course with coffee menu at 18 euro pp was superb and VFM.
The chefs menu is changed every couple of nights, but if you don’t fancy that, you can eat off the deck menu served all day.
Stuffed Aubergine with mushrooms and gratin cheese was a winner for Mrs H. The hot soups were excellent, broccoli and blue cheese one night and courgette and cheese the next night were as good as you would get in a top class restaurant .Swordfish, red fish, sea bass, Caesar salad along with cheese and biscuits, all were to our satisfaction.

Do a deal to include golf, buggies and breakfast. We did.
2 Fresh oranges, 2 coffees, 2 bacon banquettes every morning just what the doctor ordered!

We had 10 rounds of golf in our 7 day package only used 4, as we wanted to read a book, swim, drink and just RELAX.
Well done Desert Springs.
Just invest in what you have, make it better, it is really worth keeping in quality order.

Golf course was in very good condition, best in the area. Played the Marina in Mojacar, nice but not in the same league as Desert Springs.

The staff from Simon Coaker the Golf Director, to Ellie and her staff in the restaurant, all work hard to makes your stay pleasurable. Thanks.
Desert Springs is not the place to come if you want Bars, Nightlife, etc.
Desert Springs is the place to come if you want to Relax and Chill, play golf, sunbath, play tennis and just recharge.
We have been with our grandchildren and it does have children’s facilities at the croc club, but check when it is open.

The summer training camp to the England 2015 Ashes Cricket team, say no more.

Well done Desert Springs.
We shall return.
Top marks.

  • From: TripAdvisor
  • Date: Wednesday 25th May, 2016
  • Subject: A few comments from a guests holiday experience at Desert Springs Resort

 

We have been coming to Desert Springs for almost 10 years, and for us it's one of those places you just must come back too, to relax and chill.

We are lucky that it is Sandy Lane Barbados for us in Sept / Oct and Desert Springs in May / June.
 

Just had 7 days at 24 Desert Drive, pool, 3 beds, en suite and family bathroom and it overlooks the 17th Tee Box.

Quiet, read a book, listen to some music and drank some wine. It is also a short walk to Clubhouse.
 

Well this year I have to admit the food in the Clubhouse was the best it has ever been.
Only intended to eat once or twice in the week and ended up eating every night. Chefs 3 course with coffee menu at 18 euro pp was superb and VFM.

The chefs menu is changed every couple of nights, but if you don't fancy that, you can eat off the deck menu served all day.
Stuffed Aubergine with mushrooms and gratin cheese was a winner for Mrs H. The hot soups were excellent, broccoli and blue cheese one night and courgette and cheese the next night were as good as you would get in a top class restaurant .Swordfish, red fish, sea bass, Caesar salad along with cheese and biscuits, all were to our satisfaction.

Do a deal to include golf, buggies and breakfast. We did.
2 Fresh oranges, 2 coffees, 2 bacon banquettes every morning just what the doctor ordered!

 

We had 10 rounds of golf in our 7 day package only used 4, as we wanted to read a book, swim, drink and just RELAX.
Well done Desert Springs. 

Just invest in what you have, make it better, it is really worth keeping in quality order.

Golf course was in very good condition, best in the area. Played the Marina in Mojacar, nice but not in the same league as Desert Springs.
 

The staff from Simon Coaker the Golf Director, to Ellie and her staff in the restaurant, all work hard to makes your stay pleasurable. Thanks.

Desert Springs is not the place to come if you want Bars, Nightlife, etc.
Desert Springs is the place to come if you want to Relax and Chill, play golf, sunbath, play tennis and just recharge.
We have been with our grandchildren and it does have children's facilities at the croc club, but check when it is open.

The summer training camp to the England 2015 Ashes Cricket team, say no more.

Well done Desert Springs.

We shall return.

Top marks.
 

 

  • From: Nigel Massey
  • Date: Friday 20th May, 2016
  • Subject: Comments from Nigel following his groups golf holiday at Desert Springs Resort between 5th - 10th May 2016

Feel terrible as fear that I have not thanked you & The Team for their kindness and generosity at Desert Springs!!

It was a super stay and though I could not consume quite as much wine as the gang I did think that I have not enjoyed so much sensational food for years!!

Great see you both and hope it’s not so long before we all meet up again at The Resort!!

Huge thank you.

Nigel Massey

  • From: Nigel Massey
  • Date: Friday 20th May, 2016
  • Subject: Comments from Nigel following his groups golf holiday at Desert Springs Resort between 5th - 10th May 2016
 
Feel terrible as fear that I have not thanked you & The Team for their kindness and generosity at Desert Springs!!  
 
It was a super stay and though I could not consume quite as much wine as the gang I did think that I have not enjoyed so much sensational food for years!!
 
Great see you both and hope it's not so long before we all meet up again at The Resort!!
 
Huge thank you. 
 
Nigel Massey
  • From: Henley Smith
  • Date: Saturday 14th May, 2016
  • Subject: Comments from Henley following his groups golf holiday at Desert Springs Resort between 5th - 10th May 2016

Hi Team,

The rain showers in Spain did not bother us one bit.

We all had a lovely time, some great golf (not by me!).

The Villa was great and being close to the club house suited us fine.

Some lovely meals at El Torrente and the odd drink, a good time had by all.

On behalf of everyone thank you for your hospitality, everything was very much appreciated.

We had an easy trip back and arrived on time at Gatwick.

We look forward to our next Golfing Break at Desert Springs.

Henley Smith and friends.

  • From: Henley Smith
  • Date: Saturday 14th May, 2016
  • Subject: Comments from Henley following his groups golf holiday at Desert Springs Resort between 5th – 10th May 2016
Hi Team,
 
The rain showers in Spain did not bother us one bit. 
 
We all had a lovely time, some great golf (not by me!). 
 
 
The Villa was great and being close to the club house suited us fine. 
 
Some lovely meals at El Torrente and the odd drink, a good time had by all. 
 
On behalf of everyone thank you for your hospitality,  everything was very much appreciated.
 
We had an easy trip back and arrived on time at Gatwick. 
 
We look forward to our next Golfing Break at Desert Springs.
 
Henley Smith and friends. 
 

 

  • From: Chris Marshall
  • Date: Tuesday 3rd May, 2016
  • Subject: Comments from Chris Marshall following his holiday at Desert Springs Resort between 28th April – 3rd May 2016

Chris Marshall of England Cricket, first visited Desert Springs Resort as part of the staff that accompanied the England Cricket Squad for their successful 4-day pre-series bonding and training camp last June in the build up to the Ashes.

He enjoyed the resort so much that he returned recently with his wife to enjoy a 5-day break!

Chris commented;

‘From my perspective, whether it is a short break away with family or a warm weather training camp for your cricket team, Desert Springs has all bases covered.

The golf, food, spa, cricket, and meeting facilities, are all first class and the staff could not do more for you.

The short journey to Mojacar shouldn’t be missed if time permits… however I wouldn’t blame you if you stayed solely at the resort!

Many thanks for the hospitality, I am sure that you will be seeing us… and our new arrival… very soon !’

Thanks again,
Chris Marshall

  • From: Chris Marshall
  • Date: Tuesday 3rd May, 2016
  • Subject: Comments from Chris Marshall following his holiday at Desert Springs Resort between 28th April – 3rd May 2016
 
Chris Marshall of England Cricket, first visited Desert Springs Resort as part of the staff that accompanied the England Cricket Squad for their successful 4-day pre-series bonding and training camp last June in the build up to the Ashes.
 
He enjoyed the resort so much that he returned recently with his wife to enjoy a 5-day break!
 
Chris commented;
 

‘From my perspective, whether it is a short break away with family or a warm weather training camp for your cricket team, Desert Springs has all bases covered. 

 

The golf, food, spa, cricket, and meeting facilities, are all first class and the staff could not do more for you. 

 

The short journey to Mojacar shouldn’t be missed if time permits… however I wouldn’t blame you if you stayed solely at the resort! 

 

Many thanks for the hospitality, I am sure that you will be seeing us… and our new arrival… very soon !’

 

Thanks again, 

Chris Marshall

 

  • From: TripAdvisor
  • Date: Wednesday 20th April, 2016
  • Subject: A few comments from a guests holiday experience at Desert Springs Resort
 

“Birthday Golf Break …”

A mate bid for a 4-day break here at a charity auction which we shared with him – and we weren't disappointed! 

Very friendly staff both local and English, great facilities, mix of easy through to challenging holes and with the adoption of suitable 'local' rules to overcome the interesting mix of grass and sand/gravel off-fairways we had a great time. 

Short drive/taxi to the coast for restaurants and nightlife, all in all – we had a blast!

 

  • From: Dragon School
  • Date: Monday 18th April, 2016
  • Subject: Comments from Patrick Foster, Dragon School Master in Charge of Cricket and players following their Pre-Season Golf Training Camp at Desert Springs Resort between 11th - 16th April 2016

Dragon School U-13 Cricket Squad Training Camp at the

Desert Springs Cricket Academy

 

The Dragon School U-13 players are now back in England having completed a successful five (5) days of warm weather pre-season cricket and fitness training between Saturday 11th – Thursday 16th April at Desert Springs Resort, Europe’s only international award-winning luxury family resort and championship desert golf course with its very own dedicated Cricket Academy, in the Almanzora region of Almeria, Andalucía in south-east Spain.

 

Patrick Foster, Dragon School Master in Charge of Cricket, assisted by Neil Pickup and Alastair Bowden, accompanied twenty-two (22) players who completed bowling, batting and fielding practice as well as strength and conditioning training sessions as they stepped up their physical preparations for the upcoming 2016 season.

 

Patrick Foster, Dragon School Master in Charge of Cricket commented:

“The experience has been outstanding. I have been really impressed with everything, from the hospitality and service, through to the facilities.

The accommodation is superb and the resort has a wonderful atmosphere and the staff were extremely helpful with a wonderful ‘can-do’ attitude at all times with all requests. The only shame is that I didn’t get the opportunity to play the golf course, next time!”

 

 

‘Dragon School Batsman Practice Session’ at the Desert Springs Cricket Academy

 

 

Dragon School using the ‘Centre Wicket ‘during their training camp at the

Desert Springs Cricket Academy

 

The training camp worked on a specific and carefully planned programme covering technical skills, strength and conditioning and both individual and group activity.

 

The Dragon School U-13 players said of their pre-season training experience at the Desert Springs Cricket Academy:

 “I had a really good time using the fantastic facilities and apartments. There is a really good atmosphere at the resort and the location is amazing!” Tom Stacey – Age 13

“It was brilliant! The food was amazing and the cricket square was one of the best I have ever played on.” Ludo Wilson – Age 12

 “I would totally recommend Desert Springs to people, the cricket facilities were super!” Tom Stephenson-Green – Age 12

“The food and facilities were amazing and the view from our room was amazing!” Will Hammersley – Age 13

“Amazing facilities and superb food!” Freddie Loehnis – Age 12

“The location is great and the facilities were amazing!” Conrad Peck – Age 12

“Super! The rooms were fantastic and the cricket facilities were incredible.” Marc Livingston – Age 12

“I think that the facilities are great and the service and food is good, the rooms are big which is nice, I had a great time” Max Enssle – Age 12

To view a video of the Desert Springs Cricket Academy view: – Desert Springs Cricket Academy

 

The players and coaches were accommodated in some of the privately owned apartments and townhouses normally reserved for holidays and short breaks at Desert Springs and the resort’s executive chef was on hand to cater for the special dietary requirements of individual players dining in El Torrente Restaurant.

  • From: TripAdvisor
  • Date: Thursday 14th April, 2016
  • Subject: A few comments from a guests holiday experience at Desert Springs Resort
 

We arrived Desert Springs at night after a drive from Alicante airport and with the help of Google Maps and the resort signage we were able to find the resort without difficulty. 

We played golf several times and the course was great and in excellent condition. 

The staff at the caddy masters were very helpful and went above and beyond each time we golfed to make sure we were properly equipped with our rental clubs and trollies and took care of all our golfing needs. 

We enjoyed having a drink after golf on the terrace of the clubhouse which is beautiful and the service was very good. 

We ate a few nights in the clubhouse restaurant and were very pleased with the food and even more pleased with the timely service. 

We luckily were able to have a drink on our last night in the Crocodile Club which was opened just that night because of an event in the clubhouse. We really liked the atmosphere, especially the lounge area that is like a living room and the drawers of the coffee tables have board games to play while having a drink. 

My husband is a runner and used the 2 fitness circuits plus found almost unlimited cross country running options. 

The Sunday open market at nearby Villaricos was a real Spanish experience not to be missed. 

We had an amazing time with sunny weather every day, would recommend Desert Springs and will certainly return ourselves.

 

  • From: Swedish Golf Association
  • Date: Monday 11th April, 2016
  • Subject: Comments from Bjorn Isberg, Swedish Golf Association Coach and players following their Pre-Season Golf Training Camp at Desert Springs Resort between 02nd - 09th April 2016

PGA Instructors, Bjorn Isberg (Coach) and Jonas Blomberg (Ass.Coach) accompanied twelve members of the Swedish Golf Association National Team aged between 45 – 54 years for what has now become their annual 7-days of warm weather winter training at the Desert Springs Resort between 02nd – 09th April 2016.

 

The Swedish Golf Association is responsible for golf practice and development in Sweden. The country's 500 golf clubs are members of the Association, which in turn is split into 21 districts.

 

Swedish Golf Association Team Members and Coaching Staff during their winter training camp at 

Desert Springs Resort

 

Bjorn Isberg, Swedish Golf Association Coach remarked;

 

“This was our second visit to Desert Springs Resort, the golfing experience is sensational, we are looked after so well!

 

The villas are beautiful to stay in and the climate is just perfect for our winter training camp.

 

Looking forward to seeing you all again next year, many thanks!”

 

Below are just some of the comments received and views from the players in attendance of the training camp;

 

“Desert Springs just gets better and better, I can’t wait to return next year!” Tomas Engstrom

 

“The Indiana is a great golf course, so challenging which is just what I like!” Johny Sandberg

 

“Beautiful weather for a great week of golf, thank you to all of the staff, I’ll be back next year for sure!” Peter Ingvarsson

 

“During last years visit to Desert Springs I got a ‘Hole-In-One’ on the second hole, no repeat of that this year but still a fantastic golfing experience!” Matts Dornell

 

 

The training camp utilised the excellent practice facilities at the Desert Springs Golf Academy where the PGA Instructors were able provide one-to-one tuition and take advantage of the use of the Desert Springs short game academy prior to the team members embarking on their rounds on The Indiana course.

 

The team members and officials were accommodated in some of the privately owned villas normally reserved for holidays and short breaks at Desert Springs and the resort’s executive chef was on hand to cater for the special dietary requirements of individual players dining each day in the ‘El Torrente’ Restaurant.

 

A member of the Swedish Golf Association National Team drives off on the 1st Hole of The Indiana Course