The world’s first padel court was set up at the Marbella Club – a stone marks the spot – and a brand new high-quality court has recently opened, with further padel and tennis courts, and coaches, at the neighbouring Puente Romano resort. Then there are three swimming pools, all heated, a golf course 25 minutes away in the Benahavis hills, an off-site equestrian centre, water sports on the beach and group hiking tours. Oh, and a 5,000 square metre (and that’s huge) Kid’s Club of dreams for 4 to 14 year olds.