The 12 best golf courses in Costa del Sol
Do you like going to the beach, enjoying the sun and playing golf just like us? Then Costa del Sol is the place for you. There are more than 50 golf courses here! But what are the best golf courses in Costa del Sol and where exactly can you find them? Be sure to read further to find out!
Table of contents
- Las Brisas Golf Club
- Marbella Club Golf Resort
- Los Flamingos Golf
- Río Real Golf Club
- La Cala Resort
- Santa María Golf
- Santa Clara Golf
- Estepona Golf
- Valle Romano Golf & Resort
- Finca Cortesin Golf
- Real Club Valderrama
- La Reserva Club Sotogrande
BEST GOLF COURSES REGION MARBELLA
1. Las Brisas Golf Club
Real Club de Golf Las Brisas strives to be one of the most exclusive golf clubs on the Costa del Sol. It was designed by Robert Trent Jones, one of the most famous golf course designers, who culminated in 1969 with the opening of this golf club.
With this 18-hole golf course, it is not enough just to make long shots, but you are required to be precise. The course contains ten artificial lakes, many water hazards, sufficient protection against bunkers and greens that are usually elevated. All these elements come together in a beautiful natural environment.
Look for more information or bookings on their website via this link.
2. Marbella Club Golf Resort
The Marbella Club Golf Resort has a world-class golf course! The total length of the course is 6,247 meters and is complemented by waterfalls, lakes, strategically placed bunkers and so on, and the entire property is meticulously maintained. This unique golf course is located between the hills of Benahavís and has beautiful views of the Mediterranean Sea and even the African coastline!
At the Marbella Club Golf Resort you’ll never play overcrowded rounds, as there’s a limited playing time and an average of 30 minutes per tee time. As a result, players only need to focus on the game and can enjoy this great sport to the fullest.
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3. Los Flamingos Golf
Los Flamingos Golf is an 18-hole golf course measuring 5,714 meters and was designed by the prestigious architect Antonio García Garrido, known for his meticulous landscaping. Here you will find a wide variety of trees, as well as breathtaking views of the Mediterranean Sea. This golf course, together with Alferini Golf and Tramores Golf Club, is part of the Villa Padierna Golf Resort.
Alferini Golf (18-holes) is a golf course that is perfect for big competitions, but also to play relaxed on. Here too, great care is taken to preserve the natural environment.
Last but not least, there is also Tramores Golf Club. This course has 18 holes and is perfect to enjoy the game. It is a fast and accurate course, which requires some skill.
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4. Río Real Golf Club
The Rio Real golf club is located in a beautiful location about 3 kilometers from the center of Marbella. It is located on an area gently inclining towards the sea. Therefore, in many places on the course you can admire the beautiful view of the Mediterranean Sea. This golf course has 18 impressive holes. The grassy plains are fairly flat, very well cared for and protected by the various bunkers around it. Hole four stands out for its beauty and the path that leads to the beach.
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5. La Cala Resort
Half an hour’s drive from Marbella is one of Europe’s main attractions for golfers attracted by size, quality facilities, an excellent climate and a private location. The La Cala Resort has no less than three 18-hole golf courses and a golf academy.
The largest golf course is Campo Europa. Considering its design, which consists of wide paths and a flatter terrain, it is well suited for mid-level golfers. A special feature here are the bridges that have been built over the Ojén river.
The second course is Campo America, it has wide paths and few bunkers. Almost three quarters of the green area is elevated. On this golf course you can expect spectacular views of the Sierra de Ojén and the Mediterranean Sea.
Campo Asia, formerly known as Campo del Sur, is the oldest golf course in La Cala Resort and also the most challenging. For this reason, it is most respected by golf professionals. On the narrow short paths you can certainly show your expertise.
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6. Santa María Golf
At 15 minutes drive from Marbella, you will find the authentic Santa María. The reason why this golf course is one of the most popular in Costa del Sol, is partly due to the clubhouse. This beautiful 18th century building with beautiful gardens and overgrown vines also has tennis courts and a bowling club. Santa María is known as one of the most comfortable international clubs on the coast. Located on the Andalusian mountains, the golf course winds through a valley and is surrounded by natural vegetation with a beautiful forest, a beautiful river and four lakes. This golf course has 18 holes.
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7. Santa Clara Golf
At about 10 minutes drive from Marbella lies the beautiful Santa Clara Golf.
This is the only golf course in Marbella that is certified with the ISO 9001 quality label. Located in a natural environment with native fauna and vegetation, it has become a meeting place for all golf lovers in Costa del Sol. The most eye-catching holes on this golf course are the so-called “Amen Corner”.
Hole 12 is a 400 meters long descent where you have spectacular views over the entire bay of Estepona and Gibraltar.
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BEST GOLF COURSES REGION ESTEPONA
8. Estepona Golf
The first golf course in Estepona is about 15 minutes from downtown by car.
Estepona Golf offers a beautiful natural landscape and a fairly difficult round. However, the paths are wide and the greens are wide. The design adapts to the natural environment with the Sierra Bermeja as background, and the sea can be seen from most places. The clubhouse rises above hole 18 and offers sea views. The restaurant and golf store stand out and are very reasonably priced. Estepona Golf is one of the most popular golf courses in Costa del Sol.
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9. Valle Romano Golf & Resort
Valle Romano Golf & Resort is located fifteen minutes from the center of Estepona.
This is one of the most characteristic complexes in Costa del Sol. It is located in a unique enclave between the sea and the mountains, with a beautiful view of the Mediterranean Sea, which on clear days shows the silhouette of the Moroccan coast. It has an impressive 18-hole golf course, recommended by Severiano Ballesteros. The complex consists of an 18-hole golf course, a clubhouse, a prestigious golf school and one of the largest sports facilities in Costa del Sol. In addition to the golf courses, they have three soccer fields, tennis courts and more.
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10. Finca Cortesin Golf
Finca Cortesin Golf is about 20 minutes drive from Estepona. This golf course is one of the best golf courses in Costa del Sol and in Spain, according to the prestigious magazine Golf Digest. Adapted to the rural Mediterranean environment, it is a golf course where you can enjoy an excellent climate at any time of year.
This golf course in Estepona is a demanding par 72 which is about 6800 meters long, making it the perfect setting for holding golden competitions at any level. In fact, it has been the venue for the Volvo World Match Play Championship, one of the most prestigious golf tournaments in the world, for three years. Do you want to play like a professional? Then this is the perfect place.
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BEST GOLF COURSES REGION SOTOGRANDE
11. Real Club Valderrama
Real Club Valderrama is located in Sotogrande. This 18 hole golf course is about 6.356 meters long and is considered one of the best golf courses in Europe.
On this golf course the game level is quite high and some skill is required. The fairways are always perpendicular to the hills so the ball rolls down easily and it is more difficult to keep it in the rough. Robert Trent Jones designed this unique golf course in 1964.
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12. La Reserva Club Sotogrande
In Sotogrande we find La Reserva Club where you can find a legendary 18-hole golf course designed by Cabell B. Robinson in 2003. You must have visited this golf course for sure! It is a soft but challenging course with beautiful wide fairways and it offers beautiful views of the Mediterranean Sea.
La Reserva Club was also ranked in the top 9 of golf courses in Spain by the Golf World Magazine.
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