Top 10 golf courses in Spain

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Many people seek out Spain for its pleasant climate, delicious food, varied nature and many beaches. All in themselves good reasons to buy a house in Spain. We are happy to add one more. Did you know that Spain is also a very good country to play golf? There are more than 400 golf courses in Spain. So as a golf lover, you won’t be short of anything in Spain.

Is Spain a good destination for golf?

Yes definitely, Spain has some of the best golf courses in Europe, with even some beautiful championship courses. In fact, Spain hosted the most important golf tournament in the world, the Ryder Cup, in 1997.
Golfing in Spain means a wonderful day in the sun, with a tapa on the terrace in between. Golf courses are often beautifully located, well maintained and often give you views of the sea and surrounding mountains. Here we tip 10 of the most special ones you can find on the Spanish Costas and islands, in no particular order. How many can you tick off already?

Top 10 golf courses in Spain

La Sella Golf – Denia, Costa Blanca

This golf course is located right next to the Montgó National Park, giving spectacular views. So you have a choice of a course surrounded by beautiful pine trees, overlooking the distinctive “elephant mountain” the Montgó, a flatter course with challenging water hazards or a course whose elevation offers remarkable views of the sea. The luxurious Mariott Hotel with spa located next to this resort will complete your wonderful day of relaxation. And for the luxury lovers among us, Denia is also home to Quique Dacosta’s three-star restaurant.

La Sella Golf, Denia
Partida Alquería Ferrando, 03749
Jesús Pobre, Alicante, Spain

La Sella Golf Denia

Real Club de Golf - Sotogrande, Costa del Sol

Sotogrande is a 2,000-acre luxury resort, where you will find beautiful villas and no less than five golf courses. It was also where the aforementioned Ryder Cup was held, although not on the golf course of Real Club de Golf. Still, we designate this golf course as the most special in Sotogrande, due to its impressive layout. The course winds through the trees, which requires special dexterity. Nevertheless, the course is accessible to golfers of all levels.

Real Club de Golf, Sotogrande
P.º del Parque, 11310
Sotogrande, Cádiz, Spain

Real Club de Golf Sotogrande

El Saler Golf Course – El Saler, Costa Valencia

The Albufera Natural Park, 10 kilometers south of the sunny orange city of Valencia, is known for its rice fields and is also where the real Valencian paella comes from. So if you want to combine your day of golf with Valencia’s most typical dish, this golf course is a must. The combination of the Albufera Nature Reserve and the beautiful Mediterranean coastline make this a golf experience to be enjoyed.

El Saler Golf Course
Avinguda dels Pinars, 151, 46012
El Saler, Valencia, Spain

El Saler Golf Course

El Paraiso Golf – Estepona, Costa del Sol

Between La Concha Mountain and the Mediterranean Sea you will find this championship course. The layout takes advantage of the many trees, lakes, streams and natural slopes, creating a challenging course for a variety of handicaps. By the way, the Costa del Sol has the most golf courses in Spain, so be sure to try some during your stay.

El Paraiso Golf, Estepona
Urb. El Paraiso, Ctra de Cádiz, km 167, 29680
Estepona, Málaga, Spain

El Paraiso Golf Estepona

Las Colinas Golf Club – Cabo Roig, Costa Blanca

Las Colinas is a golf and country club consisting of 10,000 acres with a golf course, beach club, restaurant, sushi bar and beautiful villas and apartments, an hour south of Alicante. Las Colinas golf course has been named “Best Golf Course in Spain in 2021,” according to the prestigious World Golf Awards and British magazine Golf World named it as one of the 100 best golf courses in Europe in its most recently published Top 100.

Las Colinas Golf Club, Cabo Roig
Av. de las Colinas, 2, 03189
Dehesa de Campoamor, Alicante, Spain

Las Colinas Golf

Finca Cortesin – Casares, Costa del Sol

Finca Cortesin is a massive 215-acre golf course. That size, as well as the course’s undulating fairways, make this a challenging course for any golfer. Set in the mountains of the Costa del Sol, the course is carved into the natural landscape, which is what makes it so varied. Finca Cortesin is also a championship course and has already been the site for the Volvo World Matchplay three times.

Club de Golf Finca Cortesin
Ctra. Casares s/n, km. 2, 29690
Casares, Málaga, Spain

Golf Finca Cortesin

PGA Catalunya Golf en Wellness – Girona, Costa Brava

This one should not be left out of the list. Less than an hour from Barcelona, 20 minutes from the beaches of the Costa Brava and just 15 minutes from the historic city of Girona, you’ll find PGA Catalunya Golf and Wellness. This luxury resort has two beautiful golf courses: the Stadium Course, No. 1 in Spain, 3rd in Europe and considered one of the top 100 in the world; and the Tour Course, with spectacular holes and plenty of challenge.

PGA Catalunya Golf
Carretera N-II Km 701, 17455
Girona, Spain

PGA Catalunya Golf

Alcanada Golf – Mallorca

Of the Balearic Islands group, the island of Mallorca is the most popular with golfers. Here you will find several golf courses scattered throughout the island with Alcanada Golf in the north. It is located on a beautiful piece of land above the bay of Alcudia on the northeast coast of Mallorca and it has stunning views of the sea and the lighthouse. Anyway nice to combine with one of the beautiful bays or the always lively capital Palma.

Club de Golf Alcanada Mallorca
Carretera del Faro, s/n, 07400
Port d’Alcúdia, Mallorca, Spain

Alcanda Golf Mallorca

Buenavista Golf – Tenerife

If you prefer to enjoy one of the Canary Islands for the best golfing experience, Tenerife is an ideal place, with Buenavista Golf a big favorite of many golf lovers. Buenavista Golf is located in the far northwest corner of Tenerife, close to the striking Teno mountain range and right by the sea. The views you get as a result are phenomenal.

Buenavista Golf
Calle Vista La Monja, s/n, 38480
Buenavista, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain

Buenavista Golf Tenerife

La Galiana Campo de Golf – Costa Valencia

Located in a valley and surrounded by mountains and different types of pine trees, you will find La Galiana Campo de Golf. It is a golf club without memberships, so anyone can come and play any time of the week. The course has different elevations and water hazards, making it challenging enough for numerous handicaps. Moreover, it is less than an hour’s drive from Valencia so easily accessible and fun to combine.

La Galiana Campo de Golf, Valencia
Carretera Alzira, CV-50, km.11, 46740
Valencia, Spain

La Galiana Golf Valencia

Of the 400 golf courses in Spain, there are many beautiful ones. Here are at least 10 of the golf courses that you must have experienced once as a golf and Spain lover. Which ones are an absolute must-swing for you?

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