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Tucked into the Mijas Valley beneath the Sierra de Mijas mountains, Calanova is a parkland course that rewards smart thinking over brute force. It's close to La Cala de Mijas and under 10 minutes from the Mediterranean, so it's an easy fit for a Costa del Sol golf break.
Designed by Ryder Cup man Manuel Piñero, this par 72 measures 6,453 yards, but length alone won't get you round here. You'll score best by keeping the ball in play, picking sensible targets and respecting the hazards. Fairways are framed by trees, water comes into play on key holes and the greens have enough movement to punish lazy reads. Miss the fairway and the angle in can disappear quickly. Get it in the right spots, though, and you'll give yourself plenty of chances. Add in a few elevation changes, and you'll find club selection matters more than the card suggests.
The views out towards the sea are a constant backdrop, especially on crisp winter mornings. If you're building a multi-round itinerary, Calanova pairs neatly with nearby favourites such as La Cala Resort, Mijas Golf and Santana. In my opinion, it's a great "middle day" course, challenging enough to keep the better players interested but fair for mixed-ability groups.
Who is this for?
Mid-handicappers, societies and groups who want a scenic parkland round near the coast.
Who is it best for?
Golfers who enjoy plotting their way round and anyone looking to balance a Costa del Sol trip with a different style to the more exposed layouts.
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The golf course was designed by Manuel Pinero, and despite only opening for play in 2005, it has already matured nicely into a course that will challenge the highly skilled players, but will also remain playable for the average golfer.
Ideally located for access to the delights of Marbella and Fuengirola, Calanova is a convenient choice for a pleasurable round of golf during a golf holiday in this extremely popular area.
Course Information
Par
72
Designed by
Manuel Pinero
Opened for play
2005
Tees
White
5,866 metres
SSS 72.1
Yellow
5,773 metres
SSS 71.5
Blue
5,372 metres
SSS 69.4 (M) 75.3 (L)
Red
4,941 metres
SSS 72.6 (L)
What Our Golfers Say
8.8
Very Good
384 reviews
Condition overall 8.8
Condition of greens 8.6
Speed of round About right
Value for money 8.8
Facilities 9.0
Difficulty Average
These reviews are from verified Your Golf Travel customers.
Brian
✓
30 May 2026
Excellent
10.0
Scott
✓
30 May 2026
Very Good
8.0
Shaun
✓
29 May 2026
Excellent
10.0
Not playing here for over 12 year and was very happy to play it again. Staff very good and very friendly
Shaun
✓
29 May 2026
Excellent
10.0
Not playing here for over 12 year and was very happy to play it again. Staff very good and very friendly
Ian
✓
24 May 2026
Very Good
8.0
Lovely course with good facilities and helpful staff. We were warned of possible crime on the course which is always good to hear having suffered from that in Spain. Very hilly course, could not imagine playing without a buggy! We weren't happy with our tee time being moved, which had apparently been sanctioned with GYT. This was done to accommodate a larger group, do groups really have to be playing in convoy, I've only ever found this to encourage slow play. Also meant us having to worry about our taxi times, which weren't changed. If you are a spend-happy golfer you will be in awe of the shopping facilities here!
Ashley
✓
21 May 2026
Good
6.0
Spoilt by playing cabapino before this one. Nice course in great condition. More of a resort course than a golf club. Nice overall though
