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The Costa del Sol in SPAIN is one of the best destinations for top quality golf courses, with excellent facilities, are in close proximity to wherever you may be living or staying on holiday. There are more than twenty golf courses between Marbella and Gibraltar, each offering something for everyone with a different experience for golfers of varying levels. Collectively known as the Costa del Golf many courses offer discounted green fees which might also include a buggy. Please check by ringing the course of your choice as listed on the following pages to find out what is on offer.

Remember to bring your handicap certificate with you as you will probably have to present it before you are allowed to play on most courses.

Remember the dangers of golf in the sun especially at mid day (from 11am until 5pm depending the time of the year) and other periods and cover yourself with plenty of skin protection.

The Costa del Sol in Spain is the primary European destination for golfers, thanks to the number and variety of its courses and the fact that its lovely climate means that it is possible to play all year round; there are courses to suit all levels, situated amid beautiful, natural surroundings and designed by some of the world’s leading experts and golf champions. The Costa del Sol’s courses have been designed to take into account the conditions of the terrain, and you will find courses by the sea, Scottish-style courses with upward and downward slopes, and the American style with plenty of flat spaces and lots of water.

The Spanish authorities are well aware of the importance of golf tourism and continue to make massive investment in this sport and the holiday infrastructure which goes with it. Not only do golfers spend an average of 120 euros a day on holiday, but statistics show that 80 per cent of golfers will return to a golf course during their stay as well as trying out new ones. However, golf is no longer considered an elite sport on the Costa del Sol and green fees are extremely competitive.

More than forty of Andalucia’s seventy two golf courses are on the Costa de Golf. The majority are to the west of Malaga city, but others have been built to the east and inland, in the Guadalhorce Valley and in Antequera. The authorities are proud to boast that, no matter where you go on the Costa del Sol, you will be in reach of at least one course, and sixteen new ones are being planned. Many clubs offer extra facilities such as professional tuition and classes and some have their own golfing academies.

With so many excellent golf courses on the Costa del Sol, there is not enough space to describe all of them but some must certainly be mentioned. (a full list can be found further down this page on this website) La Cala Golf, in Mijas Costa, is now the largest golf resort in Spain. It has three championship courses, holds competitions for players of all ages and experience, and is home to the exclusive David Leadbetter Academy.

The world famous Valderrama in San Roque was designed by Robert Trent Jones and its fairways are described as being the best in Europe. This 18 hole, par 71 course, was not designed to be easy - in fact, its 16th hole is named the ‘Muy Dificil’ (for non Spanish that is Very Difficult) because after winning the Volvo Masters in 1989, Ronan Rafferty described it as one of the toughest par-4s he had ever played.

The Santa Maria Golf course, on the eastern side of Marbella at Elviria, is always popular. It is quite a short course which is best suited to players ‘with a high or medium handicap

The Atalaya Golf and Country Club, in Estepona, is the winter base of the PGA of Europe. It consists of two courses, the Old, which is flat, and the New, which is more difficult and hilly. Classes and courses are available at the Atalaya International Golf Academy.

Inland, Alhaurin Golf was designed by Severiano Ballesteros and is in a stunning location with fantastic views. It is suitable for all levels of play, but is very hilly and can be challenging.

East of Malaga, the par 71 Baviera Golf near Caleta de Vélez is worth a visit. It was designed by José Maria Canizares and has spectacular sea and mountain views. The course has wide greens and numerous obstacles and is suitable for all handicaps.

One of the other advantages of the Costa del Sol is that non-golfers can also have fun while their golfing partners are practising their skills on the course. Beaches, shops, history and culture are all close to hand, and at the end of the day, the social life of various ‘19th holes’ awaits you. Unless, of course, the golfers have scheduled a night time round at the floodlit La Dama de Noche course close to Puerta Banus in Marbella

The Golf Courses are listed below are in order from WEST to EAST of the Costa del Sol, ie from Gibraltar to beyond Malaga. All are 18 HOLE courses unless indicated.

ALCAIDESA, La Linea de la Conception, Cadiz. Tel: 956 791 043

ALCAIDESA LINKS has the claim to fame of being the first and best links course in Spain. If it is a tough challenging course you are looking for, then Alcaidesa on a windy day will be the place to play. The wild heather and gorse bushes are reminiscent of many Scottish links courses, although on a clear day the Atlas Mountains can be seen in the distance over the Mediterramean and the Rock of Gibraltar.

SAN ROQUE,(36 holes) San Roque, Cadiz. Tel: 956 613 030

SAN ROQUE boasts two 18 hole courses, the second of which opened in 2003. The par 72 old course offers a challange to players of all levels, with two linking courses...9 holes woodland and 9 holes lakeside...amid the typical Andalusian countryside. The exciting new course is also par 72 and is a championship course with sea views with beautiful landscaping containing two large lakes.

SOTOGRANDE, Paseo del Parque, Sotogrande. Tel: 956 795 029

The REAL CLUB DE GOLF Sotogrande is ranked amongst the top 10 courses in Europe and the 100 top courses in the world. It is set amongst pine, cork, eucalyptus and palm trees. Sotogrande offers many challenges where large greens and long tees allow a a great variation for the positioning of the flags. Cleverly placed bunkers and water hazards together with the general layout of the course are complemented by holes of great beauty as seen at the seventh and twelfth.

VALDERRAMA, Avd.de Los Corjitas, Sotogrande. Tel: 956 791 200

CLUB DE GOLF VALDERRAMA is the top course in the region and is ranked number one in mainland Europe. Championship conditions enable demanding players to enjoy the same experience as some of the world’s greatest golfers. Valderrama is a private members’ club, but a limited number of starting times are offered for visitors throughout the year. The fairways are lined by numerous cork oak trees and the rich fertile greens make the course a pleasure to play.

ALMENARA,(27 holes) Avd. Almenara, Sotogrande. Tel: 956 582 054

The AMENARA 27 hole course looks down on both Valderrama and the San Roque Club. Designed by Dave Thomas, the course was opened in 1998. Set arond two large lakes, the first part of the course runs through woodland terrain of pine and cork trees, while the second part is in more open scenery.

LA RESERVA

LA RESERVA is surrounded by two valleys, La Reserva de Sotogrande Club de Golf was opened in 2004. Designed by Cabell B. Robinson, this eclusive club is the latest jewel to be found within the upper part of the Sotogrande Estate.

LA CANADA, Guadiaro, San Roque, Cadiz. Tel: 956 794 100

CLUB DE GOLF LA CANADA has the distinction of being the first municipal course on the Costa del Sol. The course was extended in 2001 to 18 holes with a new front 9 designed by Dave Thomas. La Canada offers challenging faiways, fast greens and large groves of indigenous trees and a spectacular view of the Mediterranean.

LA DUQUESA, Urb. El Hacho, Manilva, Malaga. Tel: 952 890 725

LA DUQUESA GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB is amix of the traditional and the modern, but a friendly ambience is always evident. This par 72 course is yet another designed by Robert Trent Jones, and here he has succeeded in creating a demanding 18 holes which will test many a golfer, whatever their talent. The magnificent panoramic views may ditract you from your game, but concentration is required to ensure drives take a straight path.

ESTEPONA, Ctra. de Cadiz, km150, Estepona. Tel: 952 937 605

DONA JULIA, Ctra.A7, km 146, Casares. Tel: 646 105 585

LOS FLAMINGOS,(Nr Cancelada) 29679 Benahavis. Tel: 952 889 157

LA RESINA,(9 holes) Urb La Resina, CN340, Estepona. Tel: 649 424 472

EL PARAISO, Urb Paraiso Alta, Estepona. Tel: 952 883 835

MARBELLA CLUB GR, Benahavis, Malaga. Tel: 952 889 101

ATALAYA, Ctra Benahavis, Estepona. Tel: 952 882 812

MONTE MAYOR, Avd.de Monte Mayor, Benahavis. Tel 952 937 111

GUADALMINA, Urb. Gudalmina Alta, San Pedro Alcantara. Tel 952 883 455

LA QUINTA(27 holes), Urb.Quinta, Nueva Andalucia, Marbella. Tel 952 762 390

LOS ARQUEROS, Ctra.de Ronda, Benahavis, Malaga. Tel 952 784 600

ALOHA, Urb.Aloha, Neuva Andalucia, Marbella. Tel 952 907 085

LAS BRISAS, Nueva Andalucia, Marbella. Tel 952 810 87

LOS NARANJOS, Nueva Andalucia, Marbella. Tel 952 812 429

LA DAMA DE NOCHE (9 holes), Cam. de Angel, Marbella. Tel 952 818 150

MONTE PARAISO (9 holes), Cam. de Camojan, Marbella. Tel 952 822 781

RIO REAL, Urb Rio Real Golf, Marbella. Tel 952 765 733

SANTA CLARA, Ctra. de Cadiz 29600, Marbella. Tel 952 850 111

MARBELLA GOLF CC, km 188 29600, Marbella. Tel 952 830 500

EL SOTO (9 holes) Urb. El Soto de Marbella, Ojen, Malaga. Tel 952 852 116

GREENLIFE GOLF, (9 holes) Urb. Elveria Hills, Av. Las Cumbres, Marbella.

SANTA MARIA, Urb. Santa Maria Golf, Elveria, Marbella. Tel 952 831 036

ARTOLA (9 holes), Ctra de Cadiz,29600 Marbella. Tel 952 831 390

CABOPINO, Artola Alta, 29600 Marbella. Tel 952 850 282

LA SIESTA (9holes), Urb. Sitio de Calahonda, Mijas Costa. Tel 952 933 362

MIRAFLORES, Ctra de Cadiz, km 199, Mijas Costa. Tel 952 931 960

LA NORIA (9 holes), Llando de la Cala, La Cala de Mijas. Tel 952 587 653

LA CALA (60 holes), La Cala de Mijas, Mijas Costa. Tel 952 669 033

EL CHAPARRAL, Urb. El Chaparral km203, Mijas Costa. Tel 952 587 700

SANTANA GOLF, Ctra La Cala-Entrerrios, Mijas Costa. Tel 952 062 560

MIJAS (36 holes), 29649 Mijas Costa, Malaga. Tel 952 476 843

ALHAURIN (27 holes), 29120 Alhaurin el Grande, Malaga. Tel 952 595 800

TORREQUEBRADA, Torremolinos, Malaga. Tel 952 442 742

PARADOR MALAGA (27 holes), Autovia Malaga-Algeciras. Tel 952 381 120

GUADALHORCE, Ctra. Campanillas, 29590 Campaillas. Tel 952 179 378

ANORETA, Urb. Anoreta Golf, Ricon de la Victoria, Malaga. Tel 952 404 000

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