Finca La Bobadilla

Positioned as the gateway to the heart of Andalusia, the property lies just 15 minutes from Antequera’s AVE high-speed train station, 40 minutes from Málaga, and under one hour from the historic cities of Granada and Córdoba. Surrounded by rolling hills, Mediterranean woodland, and more than 2,000 ancient olive trees, Finca La Bobadilla offers an exceptional blend of deep rural serenity and convenient access to southern Spain’s richest cultural and natural experiences.

Único Hotels, the family-owned Spanish boutique hotel group founded by Pau Guardans and now led with his children Carlota and Alex, acquired the estate in early 2025 and assumed management in February 2025. The group has completed a meticulous, design-led renovation that elevates every aspect of the property while carefully preserving its authentic Andalusian character and village-like charm.

Design and craft 

Interior design direction was led by Único’s in-house team, headed by Pilar García-Nieto. The renovation strengthens the estate’s deep connection to its landscape through a refined palette of natural materials - wicker, raffia, rattan, noble woods, and handcrafted ceramics sourced from local artisans. Warm neutral tones, textured wall finishes, preserved wooden beam ceilings, natural stone and terracotta-inspired flooring, and bespoke rugs inspired by traditional motifs, create warm and tactile interiors that feel both timeless and deeply rooted in place.

Guest rooms and suites now feature more generous proportions, improved spatial flow, residential-style seating areas, expansive terraces that blur indoor and outdoor living, natural linen and cotton textiles, custom furniture with artisanal detailing, and layered warm lighting with wrought-iron lamps and coloured glass lanterns. Bathrooms have been elevated with handcrafted ceramics, clean lines, and sensory tactile finishes. The “Horses” series by Xavier Guardans adds a distinctive artistic touch that reinforces the estate’s and region's strong equestrian heritage.

Public spaces 

Public spaces have been thoughtfully refreshed for greater intimacy and calm. The Mozarabic-inspired lobby welcomes guests with warmer lighting and refined materials. The bar, library, and billiard areas have been reorganised to encourage relaxed rhythms, enhanced by abundant indoor plants that connect guests to the surrounding countryside. The three signature restaurants - El Cortijo, La Jara and El Mirador - have been completely redesigned with new layouts, furniture, lighting, and décor. Gastronomic direction is provided by acclaimed chef Óscar Velasco, with a strong focus on seasonal Andalusian produce and authentic local flavours.

A distinctly local welcome 

The new Finca La Bobadilla deepens its relationship with local producers and traditions. Breakfast pastries and Antequera molletes are sourced from Tahona de Fuente Camacho, a 70‑year‑old bakery in Loja, and artisanal sweets made by the nuns of the Convent of Archidona are left as a welcome treat in guest rooms. These small, human gestures aim to make stays feel lived‑in and lovingly local.