The 10 most beautiful golf courses in Costa del Sol
Golf courses in the Estepona area
If you love going to the beach, enjoying the sun, and playing golf just like we do, then you’re in the right place in Costa del Sol. Here, you can find over 50 golf courses! But what are the best golf courses in Costa del Sol and where exactly can you find them? Keep reading below to find out!
1. Las Brisas Golf Club
One of the most exclusive golf clubs in Costa del Sol is Real Club de Golf Las Brisas. It was designed by Robert Trent Jones, one of the most famous golf course architects who reached his peak in 1969 with the opening of this golf club. At this 18-hole golf course, it’s not enough to just hit long shots; you have to be precise. The course features ten artificial lakes, numerous water hazards, ample bunker protection, and mostly elevated greens. All these elements come together in a beautiful natural setting.
2. Marbella Club Golf Resort
Marbella Club Golf Resort boasts 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 more. The entire facility is meticulously maintained. This unique golf course is located between the hills of Benahavís and offers stunning views of the Mediterranean Sea and even the African coastline!
At Marbella Club Golf Resort, you’ll never play overcrowded rounds because playing time is limited, with an average of 30 minutes per tee time. This allows players to focus on the game and fully enjoy this amazing sport.
3. Los Flamingos Golf
Los Flamingos Golf is an 18-hole golf course spanning 5,714 meters and designed by the prestigious architect Antonio García Garrido, known for his meticulous landscape architecture. Here, you’ll find a wide variety of trees and breathtaking views of the Mediterranean Sea. This golf course is part of the Villa Padierna Golf Resort, along with Alferini Golf and Tramores Golf Club.
Alferini Golf (18 holes) is ideal for hosting large tournaments but also great for relaxed play. Care is taken to preserve the natural environment here as well.
Lastly, there’s Tramores Golf Club. This course features 18 holes and is perfect for enjoying the game. It’s a fast and precise course that requires some skill.
4. Rio Real Golf Club
The Rio Real Golf Club is situated in a beautiful location, about 3 kilometers from the center of Marbella. It is located on a gently sloping terrain towards the sea, offering beautiful views of the Mediterranean from various points on the course. This golf course features 18 impressive holes. The fairways are relatively flat, well-maintained, and protected by the surrounding bunkers. Hole four stands out for its beauty and the path that leads to the beach.
5. La Cala Resort
Half an hour’s drive from Marbella lies one of Europe’s most important destinations for golfers attracted by size, quality of facilities, excellent climate, and a private location. La Cala Resort boasts three 18-hole golf courses and a golf academy.
The largest golf course is Campo Europa, which is well-suited for mid-level golfers due to its design, featuring wide fairways and a flatter terrain. One special feature is the bridges that cross the Ojén River.
The second course is Campo America, with wide fairways and few bunkers. Almost three-quarters of the green area is elevated. Expect spectacular views of the Sierra de Ojén and the Mediterranean Sea on this
6. Santa Maria Golf
Located a 15-minute drive from Marbella, you will find the authentic Santa María. One of the reasons why this golf course is one of the most popular in Costa del Sol is its clubhouse. This beautiful 18th-century building with stunning gardens and vine-covered pergolas also features tennis courts and a bowling club. Santa María is known as one of the most comfortable international clubs on the coast. Situated in the Andalusian mountains, the golf course winds through a valley and is surrounded by natural vegetation, including a beautiful forest, a charming stream, and four lakes. This golf course has 18 holes.
7. Santa Clara Golf
Located approximately 10 minutes away from Marbella is the beautiful Santa Clara Golf.
This is the only golf course in Marbella certified with the ISO 9001 quality label. Set in a natural environment with native fauna and vegetation, it has become a meeting point for all golf enthusiasts in Costa del Sol. The most notable holes on this golf course form the so-called “Amen Corner.”
Hole 12 is a 400-meter downhill stretch that offers a spectacular view of the entire bay of Estepona and Gibraltar.
8. Estepona Golf
Located approximately 10 minutes away from Marbella is the beautiful Santa Clara Golf.
This is the only golf course in Marbella certified with the ISO 9001 quality label. Set in a natural environment with native fauna and vegetation, it has become a meeting point for all golf enthusiasts in Costa del Sol. The most notable holes on this golf course form the so-called “Amen Corner.”
Hole 12 is a 400-meter downhill stretch that offers a spectacular view of the entire bay of Estepona and Gibraltar.
9. Valle Romano Golf & Resort
Valle Romano Golf & Resort is located a quarter-hour away from the center of Estepona.
This is one of the most characteristic complexes in Costa del Sol. It is situated in a unique enclave between the sea and the mountains, offering beautiful views of the Mediterranean Sea, which reveals the silhouette of the Moroccan coast on clear days. It features 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 football fields, tennis courts, and more.
10. Finca Cortesin Golf
Finca Cortesin Golf is approximately a 20-minute drive from Estepona. This golf course is one of the best in Costa del Sol and Spain as a whole, according to the prestigious Golf Digest magazine. Adapted to the rural Mediterranean environment, it is a golf course where you can enjoy excellent weather at any time of the year.
This golf course in Estepona is a demanding par 72, measuring approximately 6,800 meters, making it the perfect setting for hosting golf tournaments 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. If you want to play like a professional, this is the perfect place.