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Situated midway between the resorts of Fuengirola and Marbella, Miraflores Golf Course lies in the hills of Mijas Costa, and offers breathtaking views of the countryside down to the sea.

Miraflores Golf Course’s elevated greens make club selection tricky. At 5600 yards, it is not long by modern standards, but with water hazards and several strategically placed bunkers, accuracy rather than distance is required.

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Distance From Course: 19 miles

Located in the village of Elveria, close to the resort of Marbella, Santa Maria Golf Course lies between two valleys that form the natural contours of the course.

The Santa Maria Golf Course’s most spectacular holes are the 17th, where the green is surrounded by bunkers, and the 11th, where the green is bordered by a large lake and waterfall.

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Distance From Course: 16 miles

Like many of the area’s courses, Los Naranjos Golf was designed by the renowed course architect Robert Trent Jones, and he considered it one of his best creations.

The golf course measures over 7000 yards and is more suited to low handicappers. It is regarded as one of the toughest course layouts on the Costa del Sol.

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Distance From Course: 5 miles

Rio Real Golf Course is Located just 3 km from the resort of Marbella, in a valley between the Mediterranean Sea and the mountains. Its main feature is the Real River, which meanders through the golf course and gives it its name.

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Distance From Course: 12 miles

The Gary Player designed El Paraiso Golf Course lies between the resorts of Estepona and San Pedro de Alcantara in the Paraiso Valley. It is extremely popular amongst visitors to the area. El Paraiso is a well designed golf course that appeals to golfers of all standards.

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Distance From Course: 1 miles

Overlooking Marbella’s Golf Valley, La Quinta Golf Course was designed by Manuel Pinero and Antonio Garcia Garrido. It opened for play in 1989.

Elevated tees offer excellent visibility, but fairway bunkers await any tee-shots that stray too far off line. Raised greens also require careful club selection and accuracy is required on approach shots to avoid the fearsome greenside bunkers.

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Distance From Course: 4 miles

Opened in 1969, Las Brisas Golf Course was an instant hit and over the years has hosted two world cups, three Spanish Opens and the Mediterranean Open.

Las Brisas has a typical Robert Trent Jones golf course design with raised greens and a large number of strategically placed bunkers guarding both the fairways and greens. Water is also a major feature, with ten lakes coming into play on twelve holes. The fairways are imported Bermuda grass that is immaculately kept all year round.

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Distance From Course: 5 miles

One of the Costa del Sol’s newest, Cabopino Golf Course is situated between the resorts of Fuengirola and Marbella with views down to the Mediterranean.

At only 5600 yards, Cabopino Golf Course is not long, but small greens and narrow fairways put the emphasis on accuracy and constant changes in elevation, making club selection tricky.

It is a golf course which will require players to use every club in the bag, and for big hitters brave enough to take some risks, a low score is achievable.

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Distance From Course: 17 miles

Situated in the foothills of the Sierra Bermeja just 2 km from the centre of Estepona, Estepona Golf Course it is considered by many to be the friendliest golf course on the Costa del Sol.

The fairways are very generous and encourage the bigger hitters to open their shoulders, but care has to be taken to avoid the water hazards and bunkers that are scattered throughout the golf course. Not particularly long, Estepona Golf Course has a lot of undulating terrain and a buggy is recommended.

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Distance From Course: 10 miles

Located on the eastern side of Marbella, Santa Clara Golf Course is another new course that has fast become a must play for regular visitors to the Costa del Sol.

The Santa Clara Golf Course has an excellent layout and is designed to suit golfers of all standards. It consists of wide fairways on flat terrain, with numerous water hazards and bunkers that require intense concentration at all times. The golf course always proves popular due to the first class condition of the greens and fairways, and for the service provided by the staff.

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Distance From Course: 13 miles

Wrapped around El Hacho beacon with breathtaking views of the Mediterranean and Gibraltar, La Duquesa Golf Course is a typical Robert Trent Jones course with thick rough and large bunkers.

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La Duquesa Golf Course’s Palm tree and bunker-lined fairways require accuracy from the tee. Approach shots also have to be precise to avoid the large greenside bunkers. Even when players find the green, concentration and a good putting stroke is required to conquer the large contours and undulations.

Distance From Course: 13 miles

The Old Course opened in 1968 and features wide fairways and fast, elevated greens. The fairways are lined by a number of Eucalyptus, Olive, and Pine trees, which offer pleasant shade in the summer, but punish any inaccurate shots. Measuring 6760 yards in length, the elevated tees offer stunning views of the Rock of Gibraltar and North Africa, but don`t get distracted as the course demands your full attention at all times!

The Atalaya Golf Courses are very popular amongst visitors to the area. Its two courses offer a fair test to keep players of all standards interested. Both courses are renowned throughout the Costa del Sol for their beautifully kept fairways and greens.

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Distance From Course: 2 miles

Opened for play in May 2006, Calanova Golf Course is the latest addition to the "Mijas Golf Valley". Located in the foothills of the Sierra de Mijas Mountains, the golf course offers spectacular views.

Measuring just over 6300 yards, Calanova Golf Course it is not long by modern standards, but it is a course which offers an enjoyable test for golfers of all abilities.

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Distance From Course: 19 miles

Opened for play in 1991, Los Arqueros Golf Course was the first Costa del Sol course designed by Seve Ballesteros. Set amongst the Ronda Hills, between two valleys, the golf course offers scenic views of the Mediterranean.

Measuring just over 6400 yards, Los Arqueros is not long by modern standards, but with tight fairways and a number of hazards, accuracy is the key to scoring well. Undulating fairways and small greens require careful club selection.

Los Arqueros Golf Course is more suited to the more experienced or lower handicap golfer. It offers a great test of golf combined with scenic views of the Ronda Mountains and Mediterranean sea.
 

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Distance From Course: 3 miles

Located in Casares between Marbella and Sotogrande, Finca Cortesin Golf Club opened for play in October 2006 and offers views over the Mediterranean and North African coastlines.

The fairways are generously wide, but are lined with well placed bunkers and several water hazards. The large undulating greens are very inviting, but with subtle slopes and burrows, careful placement on approach is required if you are to be left with a straightforward birdie putt.

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Distance From Course: 11 miles

Marbella Golf and Country Club is situated in an elevated position in the Andalusian hillside overlooking the resort of Marbella and the Mediterranean Sea.

The club has a magnificent array of facilities including, conference rooms, a pro shop, a driving range, a putting green, tennis courts, and a Wellness Centre that offers Yoga and Pilates classes, and a variety of massage and physiotherapeutic treatments.

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Distance From Course: 14 miles

Opened for play in 2003, La Reserva Golf Course at Sotogrande has already gained a reputation as one of the best golf courses in the Costa del Sol, and indeed across the whole of Spain.

The Cabell Robinson designed La Reserva Course is one of the longest in the Costa del Sol, measuring over 7300 yards from the back tees. There is, however, a choice of five tees, making it appealing and enjoyable for players of all abilities. 

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Distance From Course: 19 miles

Regularly voted as of the top 10 golf courses in Europe, Club de Golf Sotogrande opened for play in 1964 and was the first European course designed by the legendary Robert Trent Jones.

As one of the most famous courses in the Costa del Sol, Sotogrande offers a good test for players of all abilities and is a firm favourite amongst visitors to the area.

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Distance From Course: 19 miles

Real ClubValderrama, quite simply, is one of those golf courses that you must play and comes under the “bucket list” category in our view.  It has consistently ranked as one of the best golf courses in Europe and is a must-play as part of any golf holiday to Costa Del Sol. The fairways are amongst the best in the world. It is a tough test of your game but an overall, unforgettable golf holiday experience, make sure you play Valderrama during your golf break.

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Distance From Course: 20 miles

Situated in Doña Julia Golf Resort, between Marbella and Sotogrande, Dona Julia Golf Course is perfectly integrated into the natural environment and stands out because of its magnificent views of the Mediterranean and African coastlines. The course was designed by renowned architect Antonio García Garrido, the designer responsible for some of Spain’s top golf courses.

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Distance From Course: 12 miles

Shorter and hillier than the South Course, the North course is considered the easier of the two.  There are plenty of water hazards to catch players out however and a good mix of holes to make for an enjoyable golf round.

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Distance From Course: 3 miles

This is the older of the two onsite golf courses,  the South course is renowned for its difficulty and is a real test of golf. Fairways are narrow and well protected by old trees requiring straight hitting.

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Distance From Course: 3 miles

The Atalaya New Course , Par 71 , apart from offering spectacular views over the Mediterranean and Gibraltar, is considered one of the most natural areas and integrated into their environment on the coast.

Distance From Course: 2 miles

With an enviable location in the hills of Benahavis, a 20-minute transfer from Marbella Club Hotel and Puente Romano Hotel, the Marbella Club Golf Resort course is one of the must-play golf courses in the Costa Del Sol.  It is also one of the most exclusive golf courses in the area too with play on it restricted to members and guests of the Marbella Club Hotel and Puente Romano. 

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Distance From Course: 1 miles

The Aloha has hosted the PGA Tour 3 times in recent years and is one of the top golf courses in Spain. 

Distance From Course: 6 miles

La Canada Golf Club is in the Sotogrande region of Costa del Sol and was the first public golf club on Costa del Sol. It's an entertaining golf course with fantastic views of the Mediterranean Sea.

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Distance From Course: 19 miles

 Valle Romano Golf, in Estepona, is an outstanding 18-hole golf course constructed to meet the highest standards and designed to be part of the European Tour.  This course is ideal for players of all levels.  

Facilities include a Club House, shop, restaurant, locker room and changing room with sauna, floodlit practice range and golf school.  

Distance From Course: 8 miles

The oldest of the three La Cala golf courses, Campo Asia is a challenging course and well respected by golfers. For many, it is seen as the toughest test at the resort.

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Distance From Course: 19 miles

La Cala Golf Resort features three superb championship golf courses, each presenting their own unique challenges. Try Campo America - wide fairways and few bunkers make it a slightly easier course than Campo Asia.

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Distance From Course: 19 miles

Another of La Cala Golf Resorts championship golf courses, Campo Europa. It's a dramatic course but ideal for all levels of golfers.

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Distance From Course: 19 miles

La Zagaleta New Course is in one of the most exclusive areas of the Costa del Sol, with the golf course to match the incredible landscape and resort. Hailed for it's exceptional conditioning, challenging layout and impeccable service, it might just be the best new golf course in Spain.

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Distance From Course: 4 miles