DoubleTree by Hilton La Torre Golf & Spa

The 122 rooms are a safe bet for golf groups, comfortable twins, big bathrooms and balconies looking over the lake or pool, handy when you're winding down with a beer after 18. If you're travelling as a couple or want a bit more space for longer stays, the suite categories step up from Junior and Deluxe to Presidential and Royal-style options. The suites give you more room to spread out and upgraded amenities, which makes a difference if you're staying four or five nights and want a bit more comfort.

Storage for clubs isn't an issue, and the rooms are laid out sensibly for golfers who tend to arrive with more luggage than your average holidaymaker. Early breakfast is available at Ginkgo Restaurant, which is crucial if you've got a 7.30am tee time and don't want to play on an empty stomach. The buffet covers the basics, hot and cold options, made-to-order omelettes and enough fuel to get you through the front nine without flagging.

Dining-wise, you've got a few solid options on-site. La Vinoteca is the fine-dining option in the evenings, with a menu built around locally sourced ingredients and a decent wine list. The Vinoteca Bar sits next to the restaurant and overlooks the lake and golf course, ideal for a tapas-style plate and a cocktail as the sun sets. It's a good spot to debrief the round with your group and plan the next day's golf.

By the infinity pool, the Al Fresco Pool Bar offers Mediterranean snacks, fresh fish, grilled meats and a selection of paellas. It's the kind of place you'll end up at lunchtime if you're not playing 36, or mid-afternoon when you fancy something light before dinner. Ginkgo handles breakfast and also switches to freshly prepared dishes in the evening, so there's flexibility depending on what your group fancies.

The Spa & Fitness Centre is a proper asset if you're playing multiple days in a row or if you've got non-golfing partners who want something to do while you're out on the course. Treatment rooms, a fully equipped gym, sauna and a heated indoor pool give you options for recovery between rounds. If you've tweaked your back or your shoulders are tight from too many range sessions, it's worth booking a sports massage, it'll make a difference to how you feel on day three or four of a trip.

For groups and societies, the resort works because everything is close. You're not shuttling between the course, the hotel and dinner venues, it's all within a few minutes' walk. That makes logistics simple, especially if you've got a mixed group with different energy levels and interests. Some will want to hit the spa, others will want to sit by the pool with a book, and the serious golfers can head to the practice area or play another nine if there's time.