Golf Holidays in the Costa del Sol

Sotogrande

This opulent resort town was designed for the mega-rich, the perfect change of pace for those who find Puerto Banus too intense, Sotogrande is both beautiful and tranquil. Sotogrande is the heart of championship golf in Spain, with some of Europe's best layout found here.

Top courses & experiences:

• Real Club De Golf Sotogrande
• San Roque Club
• Andalucia Masters
• Gibraltar Day Trip

Marbella & Puerto Banus

The ultimate playground for the rich and famous in the Costa del Sol, Puerto Banus is a must-visit if you are staying in Marbella and the surrounding area. Play on the fairways of the many fantastic golf courses by day, then, as the sun sets, the beach clubs and bars come to life.

Top courses & experiences:

• Finca Cortesin
• La Quinta
• Night out in the Golden Mile
• Beaches & Watersports

Malaga

The region that gave the world Picasso has also given us some masterpieces of golf. The vibrant city offers a taste of real Spanish culture, with the championship golf courses and stunning beaches that the Costa del Sol is famous for located just a few minutes away.

Top courses & experiences:

• La Cala Resort
• Chaparral
• Visit Caminito del Rey
• Wine & Tapas Tour

Valderrama

Heralded around the world as one of Europe’s greatest golf courses, Valderrama has it all; Ryder Cup history, thrilling holes and the Spanish sun, a must-play course for any golfer.

• Ranked in the top 10 courses in Europe
• Host of the 1997 Ryder Cup

La Cala Resort

A contender for the best golf resort in Europe, La Cala puts everything you could want at your fingertips. The three championship courses on the resort are of outstanding quality and variety.

• Largest golf resort in Spain
• 3 championship golf courses on-site

La Reserva

Designed by the renowned Cabell B. Robinson, La Reserva is one of the younger courses in the area but is already being celebrated as a worthy edition and has climbed in the top 10 in Spain.

• Ranked in the top 10 courses in Spain
• Hosted the European Tour's NH Collection Open in 2014

Championship Golf

No course on the Costa del Sol is more revered than the mighty Valderrama Golf Club, which burst onto the world stage as host of the 1997 Ryder Cup. Europe, led by the legendary Seve Ballesteros, clinched a memorable one-point victory over the Americans.

Valderrama has also played host to the WGC American Express Championship (winners including Tiger Woods and Mike Weir), the Volvo Masters and the Andalucía Masters.

In 2014 the Costa del Sol welcomed a new European Tour event, the NH Collection Open, which has found a home next door to Valderrama at the highly touted La Reserva Golf Club.

A half-hour drive up the coast lies Finca Cortesin which has hosted the Volvo World Matchplay on three occasions; matchplay maestro Ian Poulter claiming the trophy in 2011.

Societies

There are plenty of options on the Costa del Sol where you and your golfing buddies can enjoy a memorable trip away while still having enough of the end-of-season budget left for a few rounds at the bar.

La Cala is the biggest golf complex in Spain and is home to three superb championship courses, so you’ve got enough variety on offer to keep even the typical group moaner happy!

Marbella Golf and Country Club has a terrific Robert Trent Jones-designed layout and packages at nearby Hotel Las Palmeras are half-board, so you won’t need to worry about dinner. The hotel is situated adjacent to the town’s marina, giving you plenty of options in the evening. From here you can also access El Chaparral, a beautiful golf club that sweeps its way along the spectacular Mijas coastline.

Couples

From the mountain location in Marbella at the sumptuous Hotel Villa Padierna it is possible to see the North African coastline on a clear day, while at sundown, there are few more romantic experiences than watching the sun setting over the peaks while sipping on a glass of bubbles. The Andalucian-inspired seafood dishes at the hotel’s La Veranda restaurant come highly recommended.

If you’re both keen to soak up the sun and spend some time at the beach, The Marconfort Beach Club Hotel is just a stone’s throw from the shore. All the rooms come with gorgeous sea views and with the ever-popular all-inclusive package option, you can keep your credit card in its holster for most of the trip.

Nightlife

You'll find plenty of good restaurants and bars offering live music and DJ's in most of the resorts scattered along the Costa del Sol.

Casinos can be found in Hotel Torrequebrada (Benalmadena) and in H10 Andalucia Plaza (Puerto Banus).

Marbella and Puerto Banus offer more exclusive venues; head for the famous Golden Mile illuminated with glitzy restaurants and bars that give way to an endless selection of clubs.

The world renowned charms of Puerto Banus are just minutes away, where Sinatra's and Olivia Valere, packed out with freshly tanned faces, lie in wait.

Luxury Hotels

There are a number of top-class resorts in the Costa del Sol which offer that extra bit of comfort and style.

The Gran Hotel Elba Estepona is one of the most luxurious hotels in Spain. Not only does the hotel offer unrivalled levels of service and style, it’s stunning beachfront location is simply breathtaking.

If you prefer to have the golf course at your doorstep, Hotel Finca Cortesin and La Quinta are among the most luxurious bases in the region.