We have listed here a brief summary of all of the local courses, with contact details and addresses. You can contact them directly to book, or you may prefer to use a booking agent. If you do not have an official handicap or have not brought proof of it with you, you may find it easier to book through an agent. There are many booking agents in the area, we use Golf Service - 0034 952 78 77 75

 

Alcaidesa Links
This course was designed by the British Peter Alliss and Clive Clark and is reminiscent of the Scottish Links. Opened in June 1992, this excellent eighteen hole golf course has spectacular views of the Mediterranean, Gibraltar and on a clear day the Atlas Mountains of North Africa. Alcaidesa, as a quality golf course, has hosted three Spanish P.G.A. Professional Competitions since opening in the summer of 1992, as well as being one of the host venues for The Junior Match 1992

Telephone: 956 79 10 40 - CN340, 11315 La Linea.

Alhaurín Golf
Alhaurín Golf & Country Club  is located in the mountains behind Mijas. While it has a magnificent setting with spectacular views, the course demands accuracy - or a bag of balls! The management have made significant investments in recent years to make the original 1993 Seve Ballesteros-design friendlier to all standards of golfer. The resort also has a terrific children's par 3 course adjacent to the new clubhouse. 6261 metres par 72. Situated in Alhaurín El Grande, half-way between Mijas and Coín 

Telephone: 952 59 59 70 - Ctra. de Mijas, a Alhaurín el Grande.

 

Almenara Golf
 Almenara Golf Course  is a 27 hole golf course set in the upper part of Sotogrande only 500 metres from Club de Golf Valderrama and five minutes from the beach. Surrounded by cork oak trees and wild pines and several streams as well as a natural lake, all of which serve to make this a very beautiful course

Telephone: 956 79 50 60 - Avenida Los Cortijos, 11310 Sotogrande.

 

Aloha
Another fine course from the Valle de Golf in Marbella, close to Puerto Banús. This course is characterised by the majestic trees that line the fairways and make it a challenge to reach the complicated greens. It has good facilities, and a fine international pedigree. The course of the stars in the heyday of Puerto Banus, and still very popular. In the Neuva Andalucia golf valley (east side), an 18 hole course (par 72).

Telephone: 952 81 23 88 - Urb. Aloha, Neuva Andalucia, 29660 Marbella.

 

Añoreta
Situated on the eastern part of the Costa del Sol, 12 km from Málaga. It is a beautiful area surrounded by Olive and Almond trees. The course will require the use of most of your clubs in order to cleanly navigate your way through all lakes and bunkers. Suitable for all levels of players.  Playing to par 72 it is 5976 metres long and was designed by José Maria Cañizares

Telephone: 952 40 40 00 - Avda. del Golf 29730, Rincon de la Victoria, Malaga.

 

Atalaya
This course is situated above Estepona and has magnificent views of the Rock of Gibraltar and North Africa. It has wide fairways of 'tif way' grass and elevated greens. There are good facilities and services. Two 18 hole courses (par 72), on the road to Benahavis. The old south course is level and easy, the new mountain course is testing.

Telephone: 952 88 48 01 - Ctra. Benhavís 7, 29688 Malaga.

 

Baviera Golf
Situated in the Caleta de Vélez, in the Axarquía region, this new eighteen hole golf course is positioned between the sea and the mountainside and is suitable for all levels; from complete amateurs to professionals. The course was designed by twice world champion José María Cañizares.

Telephone: 952 55 50 15 - Urb. Baviera Golf, Caleta de Vélez.

 

Cabopino Club de Golf
Situated 12 km from Marbella, this is a very modern eighteen hole golf course - par 71. It has spectacular views of the sea and the Costa del Sol. Very easy access, the course is only some hundred meters from the road CN 340. Opened in March 2001.   5170 metres par 71. Take the exit road at Km.195 from the N340 just west of Cabo Pino. Golf course is approx. 3 km.

Telephone: 952 85 02 82 - Artola Alta, Apartado de Correos 2119, 29600 Marbella.

 

Club de Golf La Cañada
This 18 hole course has extremely well looked after greens and was designed by Robert Trent Jones. It is located in the highest area of Guadiaro. Situated close to Almenara in the Guadiara area it is fast becoming another favourite with our visiting and resident golfers. La Cañada was for many years just a 9 hole course, the first nine designed by Robert Trent Jones and opened in 1982. The new nine was designed by Dave Thomas and opened in 2001. It has lovely views across the Rio Guadiaro to the Mediterranean and Valderrama This golf course is not hilly, so if you enjoy golf without a buggy this is a good one to try.         5235 meters par 71

Telephone: 956 79 41 00 - Ctra. de Guadiaro, 11311 Guadiaro.

 

Club de Golf Valderrama
Valderrama is situated in San Roque, was designed by Robert Trent Jones and opened to the public in 1985. This 18 hole course is reckoned to be one of the most challenging in all Europe. It was internationally recognised in the 1997 Ryder Cup and named on more than one occasion as the "Augusta de Europa" - meaning that the course requires great respect. Valderrama  has no hole of less than championship quality but it can be fully enjoyed by players of all handicaps, thanks to the genius of Robert Trent Jones. Seve Ballesteros and other top players have described it as thrilling and breathtaking.  6356 metres par 71

Telephone: 956 79 12 00 - Avda. de los Cortijos, 11310 Sotogrande.

 

Dama de Noche
An insomniacs delight, this course is right open around the clock! The first course in Europe to stay open 24 hours a day, the Dama de Noche was designed by Enrique Canales and takes its name from the flowering shrub whose night time fragrance is said to keep mosquitoes away. The big innovation at this nine-hole par 36 layout is a lighting system artfully sited in strategic points so as to cast no shadows, thus obviating the need to hack throughout the darkness trying to find your ball. Also, there is no rough, so play keeps moving at a steady pace. The Dama de Noche is near Puerto Banús at the gateway to Marbella's famous Golf Valley and affords good views of La Concha, Marbella's emblematic mountain which stands behind the town.

Telephone: 952 81 81 50 - Camino Del Angel S/N, Río Verde, Marbella.

 

El Candado
Situated within the interior of the city of Málaga, this is an historic course of nine holes, with difficult changes in level and a demanding design. Opened in 1992 it was designed by Fernandez Caleya - 2068 metres par 70

Telephone: 952 29 93 40 / 41 - Urb El Candado, Malaga.

 

El Coto
Set in the residential area of Coto de la Serena, close to Estepona. This course has an almost oriental appeal and requires a powerful swing in order to make the most of the tee shots. El Coto de la Serena has nine short holes, dissected in places by various streams, adding a touch of freshness to the attractive surroundings. Designed by Pedro Morán in 1989 ideal for higher handicap players.   5593 metres par 27.

Telephone: 952 80 47 00 - CN340, 29680 Estepona.

 

El Paraíso
Situated in Estepona, covered by streams, lakes and plenty of trees, this would be a very uncomplicated course, if it were not for the strategic positioning of the bunkers. A testing 18 hole course (par 71), not too hilly, and fun to play. Good English atmosphere in the clubhouse.

Telephone: 952 88 38 46  -  Ctra. de Cádiz, 29680 Estepona.

 

Estepona Golf

A very flat course that requires a great deal of technical skill to avoid all the water hazards. The fairways are reasonably short, but are bounded by difficult rough. In a lush green valley, 18 hole par 72.

Telephone: 952 1130 81 - Arroyo Vaquero, CN 340, 29600 Estepona.

 

Golf Artola
Opened in 1964 and designed by Jorge Rein, this course has short fairways and flat greens. Artola is surrounded by Pine trees and an expensive residential area. The whole course stretches from the national road 340 - also called "Calle Major de la Costa del Sol" - down to the sea.

Telephone: 952 83 13 90 - Crta. De Cádiz, Marbella.

 

Greenlife Golf
A great quality nine hole golf course in Marbella. It has a spectacular artificial lake and a landscape of varying vegetation. With narrow, well prepared fairways, the holes run from the shortest at 89 metres to the longest at 169 metres. The greens are large and offer a considerable variety of pin placings. The course is ideal for starters and expert golfers wishing to keep their eye in.
The layout is well defined by its abundant vegetation including palm trees and oaks. Water features on the first and second holes and there is a river adjacent to the fifth and ninth. The club has a golf school and, for members, a heated pool, clay-court tennis, gym, Jacuzzi, sauna, etc. The restaurant is open for lunch and offers à la carte menu for diners.

Telephone: 952 83 91 42 - Urb. Elviria Hills, Marbella.

 

Guadalhorce
Situated close to Málaga, and inaugurated in 1990, Guadalhorce offers many additional features such as pools, tennis courts, paddle tennis, saunas and recreation areas. The design by Kosti Kuronen, clearly splits the course in two. The first nine has an English "parkland" type design, whereas the second has more elevated greens and hillier fairways, making play a little more difficult. 6194 metres, par 72

Telephone: 952 17 93 78 - Ctra. Cártama. Campanillas.

 

Guadalmina  (North) / (South)
Two courses; one of which is demanding enough not to require many artificial lakes or bunkers, the other of a more modern design by Folco Nerdi, has more obstacles but is not as long. The north course (par 71) and the south, which runs through eucalyptus groves and alongside the beach to the charming Guadalmina Hotel (par 72), plus a 9 hole executive course.

Telephone: 952 88 33 75 - Urb.Guadalmina Alta, San Pedro Alcántra.

 

Las Brisas
Situated in one of the most beautiful valleys in the Costa del Sol, this course has hosted a variety of professional events, including two editions of the World Cup. The course was designed by Robert Trent Jones at the end of the sixties and requires severe precision and a strong mental discipline in order not to fall fowl of its ten artificial lakes, hazardous bunkers and elevated greens. Championship course (par 72) where players are vetted i.e. must have recognised handicap certificate. In the heart of the golf valley, an excellent course with a lot of water obstacles.

Telephone: 952 81 30 21 - Calle 1D, Nueva Andalucia, Marbella.

 

La Cala (North) / (South)
Two different courses set in the beautiful location surrounding Mijas, that have pronounced undulations and spectacular views. Cabell Robinson designed the courses to suit American tastes with a selection of different tee shots, varying fairways and difficult elevated greens. Accuracy is the key to successful play at La Cala's par-72 South Course. Although the fairways are wide and the greens are large, the often sloping terrain can severely punish wayward shots. Thick rough awaits stray drives and since the greens are elevated, approach shots also require accuracy. The 10th is considered La Cala's most difficult par five, while the short 11th hole calls for the tee shot to pass over a deep ravine. At the 12th there is a lake positioned in front of the green.
 
La Cala's North Course is in eagle country. This becomes apparent when playing the par five 15th with its breathtaking view over the South course and the sea. From the 16th the landscape is equally distracting but watch out for the water. This may be only a short par three but accuracy and touch are needed, especially if there is a wind blowing. The La Cala Resort also offers squash and tennis courts, an indoor swimming pool, saunas, a restaurant and well-stocked pro shop. The club also has its own hotel on site and property for sale. The club is open all year round

Telephone: 952 66 90 33 - La Cala de Mijas, Mijas Costa.

 

La Duquesa
Designed by Robert Trent Jones this is a very attractive club, set amongst the vineyards of Manilva on the western extreme of the Costa del Sol. The course has pleasant views of the coast, the Rock of Gibraltar and North Africa. The last nine holes are played on an incline.

Telephone: 95289 04 25 - Urb. El Hacho, Manilva.

 

La Quinta
One of the most prestigious clubs in the Valle de Golf. This course is marked by constantly changing levels, sharp falls, large bunkers and isolated greens. This is an excellent, but technically challenging course for experienced players. Excellent restaurant in the spectacular clubhouse, and a splendid golf academy, where you should take a lesson because the 18 hole (par 72) course requires accuracy.

Telephone: 952762390 - Urb.  La Quinta, Benhavís.

 

La Siesta
This course is close to the residential area of Calahonda. It is a fairly short course, but the levels vary substantially from tee to green. This is a private club although visiting golfers are always welcome. Enrique Canales designed this layout. After a round you can retire to the clubhouse and enjoy the views of the sea and of the last hole.

 Telephone: 952 93 33 62 - Urb. Sitio de Calahonda, Mijas Costa.

 

Lauro
In Alhaurín de la Torre, next to Málaga. This course is set in a very pleasant location and is surrounded by abundant naturally occurring trees and a wide variety of bird life. The overall course is relatively simple, but the greens require a degree of skill. Lauro Golf offers spectacular views of the valley of Málaga and the Mediterranean. Designed by Folco Nardi, there is an 18 hole course and brand new 9 hole course. par 72

Telephone: 952 41 27 67 - Crta. de Coín, Alhaurín de la Torre.

 

La Zagaleta
Situated in a nature reserve with a huge variety of birds and flora. This is a very well designed course by Bradford Benz, however it is a private course and is playable by invitation only. This course forms part of the most exclusive development in Spain, the 1,000-hectare tract of land which used to belong to Saudi financier Adnan Khashoggi, who once lived in what is now the palatial clubhouse. The rest of what used to be his estate is now a nature reserve with many diverse species of plants and wildlife, though there is also hunting fishing, riding and a heliport.

Telephone: 952 85 54 53 - Ctra.  de Ronda, Benahavis.

 

Los Arqueros
Situated amongst the magnificent mountain region of Benahavís, close to Marbella. This course was designed by Severiano Ballesteros and is appreciated for the unique curving quality of its fairways. Wonderful mountain scenery and a nice atmosphere in the club house - par 72.

Telephone: 952 78 46 00 - On the Ronda road San Pedro Alcántara.

 

Los Naranjos
Demanding, but nevertheless very pleasant. This course was originally designed by Robert Trent Jones and therefore typically requires powerful tee shots and great accuracy. The course and its facilities are superb and are appreciated by those who are passionate about golf, like Sean Connery. A popular family 18 hole course with a good clubhouse restaurant. In the golf valley westside par 72.

Telephone: 952 81 52 06 - Urb.  Nueva Andalucía, 29600 Marbella.

 

Mijas Golf (Los Lagos) / (Los Olivos)
 There are two courses - Los Lagos and Los Olivos - both designed by Robert Trent Jones to test the strength of the golfers tee shot. The Los Lagos course is now twenty-five years old. The fairways are characteristically short and wide. You can view the contours of the course on the GPS screens in the new fleet of EZ-Go buggies now ready to whisk you around.  6367 metres par 71

The Los Olivos course has been completely rebuilt and planted with Bermuda 419 with the greens being enlarged by up to fifty percent. There are more and larger tees and the lake area around the sixth, seventh, eighth and eighteenth holes has been re lined with white stone. The par-4 thirteenth has been straightened bringing the green into view from the tee and the fourteenth, par-3 has new high tees and a rebuilt green with new bunkers. Mijas Golf also has one of the best stocked golf shops on the Coast.  6009 metres par 72

Telephone: 952 47 68 43 - Camino Viejo de Coín, Mijas Costa.

 

Miraflores
Situated in the mountainous area of Mijas, this course has expansive views across the sea. There are a number of tricky water hazards to avoid. It was designed by Falco Nardi and has many interesting and challenging holes: tee shots from both the 5th and 6th must clear the water, from the 8th you get a spectacular view over the out-of-bounds countryside, a lake divides the fairway on the 570-metre 12th, and the water hazard at the 15th forms a protective moat around the green. There is also a floodlit Golf Academy.

Telephone: 952 93 19 60 - Ctra. de Cádiz, Mijas Costa.

 

Monte Mayor
Situated in the residential area of Nueva Andalucía, near San Pedro de Alcántara, the surrounding area is quite mountainous and therefore the course surface is uneven and requires skill. The fourth hole is unusual in that you have to play across two small islands. A little off the beaten track behind the village of Cancelada, but in a spectacular rugged mountain setting worth the trip. An 18 hole (par 70) course.

Telephone: 952 93 71 11 - CN340. Entrance via Cancelada, Benahavis.

 

Real Club de Golf Sotogrande
The course was designed by Robert Trent Jones and each hole is a work of art. It was opened in 1964 and is considered to be one of the 5 best golf courses in Europe. Sotogrande is well known for its fast greens, but its wide and long fairways make the course suitable for all handicaps. The course is surrounded by Pines, Palms and Andalusian thicket. A great course with its wide fairways and limited rough, it bears the unmistakable stamp of Trent Jones. 6224 metres  par 72

Telephone: 956 78 50 14 - Paseo del Parque 11310 Sotogrande.

 

Río Real
One of the oldest clubs in the Costa del Sol, situated on a mild slope that reaches down to the sea. It is well known for the way the course respectfully integrates with the outstanding beauty of its natural location. Near the Meridian Los Monteros Hotel, just on the east side of Marbella.

Telephone: 952 77 95 09 - Urb. Río Real,Ctra. de Cádiz, 29600 Marbella.

 

Santa Clara Golf
This course is situated in the famous city of Marbella and was built recently, designed by Enrique Canales Busquet. Its 18 holes have long tee shots with very little rough and large open greens. It has been said that the Clara resembles a big park land estate. includes the latest grass-types (Bermuda 419 and Pemcross). Located in the centre of the Marbella courses (East Marbella), with the most recent USPGA specifications.

Telephone: 952 85 01 11 - Ctra N-340, Junto a Hospital Comarcal, 29600 Marbella.

 
Santa María
Situated next to the five star Hotel Don Carlos, this course has nine short and technical holes interspersed with longer holes of lesser difficulty. The fairways are bordered by natural vegetation synchronous to the area. East of Marbella next to Elviria there is a lovely old coveted cortijo clubhouse with a very popular bowls club attached.

Telephone: 952 83 03 86/88 - Coto de los Dolores, Urb Elviria, 29600 Marbella.

 

The Golf Club Marbella
Designed by Dave Thomas. this magnificent golf course enjoys spectacular views of Gibraltar, the African Coastline, the Mediterranean and the surrounding mountains.  A difficult course that amateurs should avoid unless they particularly enjoy sand or looking for lost balls. This club has one of the best specialised shops in the area and a charming golf clubhouse. Between El Rosario and the Costa del Sol Hospital.

Telephone: 952 83 05 00 - CN 340, 29600 Marbella.

 

The San Roque Club
This is one of the most beautiful courses on the European circuit and was originally designed by Dave Thomas in 1990. San Roque Old Course  in the foothills of the Sierra Bermeja, where the mountains meet the sea, is a legendary home for European golf. For many years it has played host to memorable moments for the young pretenders and old campaigners alike. The course's tight, sloping fairways are lined by mature cork oak trees - demanding straight, accurate driving. Strategic bunker placement and deceptive water hazards threaten all but the most precise approach shots. The greens are fast, contoured and true, rewarding well-judged putts and punishing anything else. Acknowledged for it's challenge throughout Europe, The Old Course provides a test for the very highest standard of golfer      6440 metres  par 72

 

San Roque New Course - 2002 saw work begin on the construction of The New Course - a second championship golf course at the Club. The new world class course - 6626 metres from the championship tees - aims to complement The Old Course, while presenting a very different challenge. The designs, by the renowned American course designer Perry Dye, incorporate the contours of the San Roque hills, giving golfers wonderful views to the Guadalquiton River and the Mediterranean Sea beyond.  6626 metres par 72

Telephone: 956 61 30 30 - CN 340. San Roque, 11360 Cádiz.

 

Torrequebrada
Located in Benalmádena, this is one of the most popular courses in the Costa del Sol and is benefited by its link to the luxurious hotel of the same name. A very challenging course where correct club selection will prove vital -"Why move the earth when a golf hole should follow the natural contours?" That was Pepe Gancedo's question when he designed Torrequebrada.

Since its opening in 1976 Torrequebrada has hosted many world-class tournaments including the Spanish Open. One of the most popular golf courses in Spain, it is the home club of PGA European Tour professional Migual Angel Jiménez. Torrequebrada offers golfers a challenging layout with plenty of trees and water hazards with several particularly tricky holes. The 16th, a short par four, is a dogleg to the right with second shot towards an elevated green where the pin is barely visible.
The course offers spectacular views over the sea but the wind can sometimes present players with an extra degree of difficulty.

Telephone: 952 44 27 42 - Ctra. de Cádiz. Benalmádena Costa.

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