Eat, explore and Experience!
Only the best make the list.
Alongside the beautiful mountains, fabulous beach resorts, sunshine filled days and balmy Mediterranean nights, you will never be short of things to do. As in addition to the on-site facilities at Villa Mariana, there are an abundance of other exciting things to do in the area, with just a few listed below.
What to Do
Near and far
Beaches and Beach bars
The local beaches are 10 minutes away and have numerous beach bars where you can relax and while away some time.
Cycling
The area is very popular with cyclists coming from all over the world to explore the amazing trails.
Golf
There are many courses nearby including, Desert Springs, Cortijo Grande, Valle del Este.
Go Karting
Just a few minutes by car, down the road in Garrucha is a karting circuit for old and young to enjoy.
Quad Biking
Organised treks or for hire to explore the hidden areas.
Trekking and Walking
Either in the mountains or along the beaches there are some wonderful areas to explore.
Mini Hollywood
Experience the areas where many of our well-known westerns were filmed and enjoy a great day out.
Great for cyclists where everything can be bought or hired locally.
What to See
Out and About
Unbelievable Beauty
Beautiful unspoilt beaches with a backdrop of glorious mountains.
Garrucha Marina
Explore the hidden gem with yachts and fine fish dining on the shores of the Med.
Moors and Christians
There is no doubt but that Mojácar’s biggest fiesta, anticipated keenly all year long, is the “Moors and Christians”. The entire town, together with many adopted residents, divide themselves into various guilds, called cábilas, who will parade through the town dressed in costly eyecatching and colourful costumes as Arab or Christians soldiers and captains. This event is held to remember the peaceful and negotiated surrender of Mojácar and the surrounding villages to the Christian King at the end of the 15th century.
Mojácar
Very close to the villa, is the famous Pueblo de Mojácar. Birthplace of Walt Disney and location of the Moors and Christians fiesta every year.
Where to Eat
Delicious Food
Aku Aku Beach Bar on Mojácar Playa
Aku Aku is our favourite restaurant in Mojacar. We have been visiting this restaurant for the last 5 years and have never been disappointed. Definitely the best Paella we’ve had which is just one of many wonderful dishes they serve. The location right on the beach enables parents to have a relaxed dinner, whilst the children can play on the beach a few steps away. The staff are particularly welcoming and friendly ensuring a relaxed dining experience for all. The fact that so many Spanish eat at this restaurant is a true testament to the quality of the food.
Levante Restaurant on Mojácar Playa
Really good service best milkshakes ever we didn’t eat there but the looked and smelt lovely and plates empty nice atmosphere very relaxed and views of sea/ sunset
