Golf Courses in the Marbella Area
The Costa del Sol has not been named the Costa del Golf without good reason, it is simply a golfers paradise. With more than 70 golf courses in Andalucia - the mayority of which are situated along the Costa del Sol - and four courses that are ranked in the European top 10, this Spanish Costa with its fantastic all year round climate, is most definitely golfing heaven.
Valderrama - Located in Sotogrande, a few miles north of Gibraltar, Valderrama has risen in the Golf World rankings to become the No.1 golf course in mainland Europe, a position proudly held since 1989. The Par 71 Championship Course measures 6356 metres from the professional tees. The fairways have been described by top pros and leading golf writers as the best in Europe, if not the world. It is not an easy course - nor was it intended to be. It is designed so as to call forth thought and precision for every shot.
El Paraiso Golf Club - Situated between San Pedro de Alcántara and Estepona, El Paraiso Golf Club lies one kilometre from the El Paraiso hotel. This championship golf course has greens considered among the best on the Costa del Sol. It is a peaceful course with fabulous views of the sea and mountains and is enjoyed by all levels of golfers.
Monte Mayor Golf Club - The Monte Mayor golf course became an instant legend from the moment it opened in 1989. Spectacularly located and captivatingly beautiful, it inspires the utmost respect and admiration in golfers from around the world. Few succeed in conquering this amazing course, but playing Monte Mayor is an experience no one will ever forget. It is widely acknowledged as one of Europe’s premier golfing experiences.
Flamingos Golf Club - In its short history, Flamingos Golf Club has already attained well-deserved international renown for the high level of quality it offers and for having been - for three consecutive years - the venue for 'The Daily Telegraph European Seniors´ Match Play Championship'.
The Los Arqueros Golf Course - is situated only 10 minutes from Marbella. It was the first golf course to be designed by Severiano Ballesteros. As the designer himself says, Los Arqueros is a good course for players of all kinds - a reasonable challenge for the average golfer and a tough test for professionals.
Los Naranjos Golf Club - Voted "Golf Club Of The Year" 2008, Los Naranjos is one of Spains best golf courses. World famous golf course architect Robert Trent Jones Sr. considered it one of his finest European designs and it is indeed a true Championship course. Suitable for all levels of players, the course measures 6.500 meters from the professional tees and features wide fairways, strategically placed hazards and large undulating greens.
La Quinta Golf & Country Club - Perfect both for amateurs and professionals, La Quinta golf course, with its 27 holes, is divided into three courses of 9 holes and has hosted important tournaments such as the PGA. The quality of the greens is unbeatable, the fairways are wide and the tees are at high level, allowing the most beautiful panoramic views of the mountain and the coast.
Atalaya Golf & Country Club - Atalaya owes much of its charm and beauty to the fact that it was created back in 1968, before the rash of golf urbanisation development that has seen courses spring up all over the Costa del Sol. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Sierra Blanca mountains, its two magnificent 18-hole courses - the Atalaya Old Course and the Atalaya New Course - are lined with mature eucalyptus trees, cactus and palms and pink and white azaleas that fill the air with an unforgettable and intoxicating scent.
Real Club de Golf Guadalmina - Established in 1959, Guadalmina Golf Club was awarded with the Royal Appointment in 2008. The golf club offers two 18 holes golf courses and a par 3 nine holes golf course, a covered driving range for 40 players and a chipping and putting green.