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La Zambra Resort
Mijas, Málaga, Spain · Unbound Collection · Core Luxury
La Zambra Resort occupies the reborn shell of Byblos Andaluz, a Moorish-inspired retreat that opened above Mijas in 1986 and drew Princess Diana, the Rolling Stones and Antonio Banderas to its gardens and thalassotherapy spa before closing in 2010. London's Intriva Capital reinvented the property, reopening it in September 2022 as La Zambra, The Unbound Collection by Hyatt, named for the barefoot, gypsy-rooted flamenco dance, with its original Andalusian architecture and two Cabell Robinson golf courses intact.
- 197 rooms
- Opened 1986
- Neighborhood: Pueblo Mijitas
- Rooms from 323 sq ft (30 m²)
About La Zambra Resort
- The resort's famed thalassotherapy spa dates back to its Byblos Andaluz days, when Julio Iglesias was among the regulars who used its gardens.
- After closing in 2010, London's Intriva Capital reinvented it, reopening on September 22, 2022 as La Zambra, part of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt.
- Its name comes from the zambra, a barefoot flamenco dance with gypsy roots.
- Entry-level rooms start at 323 sq ft (30 m²).
History
La Zambra Resort occupies the reborn shell of the legendary Byblos Andaluz, a Moorish-inspired retreat that opened above Mijas on the Costa del Sol in 1986 and quickly became one of southern Spain's most glamorous addresses, drawing Princess Diana, the Rolling Stones, Julio Iglesias and Antonio Banderas to its gardens and thalassotherapy spa. After the property closed in May 2010, London's Intriva Capital acquired it and led a comprehensive reinvention.
The hotel reopened on 22 September 2022 as La Zambra, part of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt, taking its name from the barefoot, gypsy-rooted flamenco dance known as the zambra. The 197-room resort retains its Andalusian architecture and two Cabell Robinson golf courses while adding contemporary interiors, positioning itself as a design-forward escape in the hills above the Mediterranean.
Restaurants and bars
- Picador — Restaurant · Tapas-style feasts
- Bamboleo — Poolside · Beach-inspired drinks
- Palmito — Restaurant · Healthy bites and Mediterranean fusion, all day
- La Bartola — Poolside · Andalusian chiringuito: seafood snacks, fresh salads, fritur
Experiences
- Golf packages (Mijas, Marbella, Luxury Golf) — Golf packages covering courses in Mijas Golf, Marbella Golf and Luxury Golf groupings, including La Reserva Club Sotogrande, Finca Cortesín and Hacienda Alcaidesa.
- Mood Spa — A 2,000 m2 spa with five journeys based on mood or physical state, jacuzzis, hammam, sauna and its own swimming pool.
- Golf on Mijas Los Olivos and Los Lagos courses — Direct access by buggy to Los Olivos and Los Lagos, two golf courses next to La Zambra designed by Robert Trent Jones.
- Gastronomic Experience (Picador, Bamboleo, Palmito) — Tapas-style feasts at Picador, beach-inspired drinks at Bamboleo, and Mediterranean fusion all day at Palmito.
- Golf academy and clinics at PG Golf Academy — Golf academy and clinics arranged at PG Golf Academy.
- Complimentary buggy service to Mijas Golf with valet service — Complimentary buggy service from the hotel to Mijas Golf with valet service.
Amenities
- Spa
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Hot tub
- Fitness center
- Kids' club
- Tennis
- Golf course
- Pet-friendly
Awards
- MICHELIN One Key (2026)
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