Almenara Golf
27 holes
Three 9-hole loops alongside the SO/ Sotogrande hotel, so you can mix the holes into different rounds on a longer stay.
Costa del Sol Golf
48 courses, grouped by their nearest town, to help you choose where to stay and where to play.
The Costa del Sol is often called the Costa del Golf, and the concentration of courses is what sets it apart: you can play a different one every day of a week and barely move your hire car. The list below runs from Sotogrande, just over the border in Cádiz, to the Málaga courses by the airport, with each one grouped under its nearest town.
Choose your base by the kind of trip you want. Nueva Andalucía's Golf Valley and Benahavís put the big names within a few minutes of each other, close to Puerto Banús. Mijas Costa and La Cala have the widest spread of everyday courses, with Fuengirola nearby for places to eat and a train to Málaga. Estepona is quieter, and within reach of Sotogrande and Valderrama. If you're only here for a long weekend, Torremolinos and Benalmádena keep you close to the airport.
Around Estepona
Azata Golf
18 holes
Stirling & Martin
The newest 18 holes around Estepona: a par 71 Stirling & Martin course opened in 2021. The club says its rates include a buggy.
Doña Julia Golf
18 holes
Antonio García Garrido
An 18-hole course on the coast at Casares, set into the landscape with views over the Mediterranean.
Duquesa Golf Club
18 holes
Robert Trent Jones
A Robert Trent Jones course open since 1986 at Manilva, with its own hotel and restaurant. You can book 9 or 18 holes.
Estepona Golf
18 holes
The town's own-name course: 18 holes in natural surroundings in the hills west of Estepona.
Finca Cortesín Golf Club
18 holes
A luxury resort's 18-hole championship course in the hills at Casares, west of Estepona, with a Nicklaus academy on site.
La Reserva Club
A private residential club on high ground above Sotogrande, built around its golf course with views over the sea and countryside. Ask the club whether visitors can play.
Real Club de Golf Sotogrande
18 holes
Robert Trent Jones
A Robert Trent Jones classic at Sotogrande, just over the border in Cádiz and about 150 metres from the sea: par 72 and 6,492 metres, with a long list of famous names among its past players.
Real Club Valderrama
18 holes
Spain's most celebrated course, at Sotogrande: host of the 1997 Ryder Cup and of 16 Volvo Masters. Check with the club how visitors can book.
The Alto Club
18 holes
Dave Thomas, later refined by Manuel Piñero
An 18-hole Sotogrande layout that rewards accuracy, with an academy led by former Solheim Cup captain Suzann Pettersen.
The San Roque Club
A quiet country club near Sotogrande built around its championship Old Course, with separate booking routes for visitors and members.
Valle Romano Golf
18 holes
Cabell B. Robinson
An 18-hole Cabell B. Robinson design just outside Estepona, with views of both the sea and the mountains.
Around Cancelada
Atalaya Golf & Country Club
36 holes
Bernhard von Limburger
Two courses and 36 holes between Estepona and Marbella, with the original layout by German architect Bernhard von Limburger.
El Campanario Golf & Country Club
9 holes
A friendly 9-hole course and clubhouse on the New Golden Mile, popular for a relaxed round and a long lunch on the terrace.
El Paraíso Golf Club
18 holes
An 18-hole club on the New Golden Mile, listed by Estepona's tourist office and open to visitors as well as members.
La Resina Golf & Country Club
9 holes
A 9-hole course inland from the New Golden Mile, listed by Estepona's tourist office. A good pick for a shorter round.
Around Benahavís
Alferini Golf (Villa Padierna)
18 holes
Villa Padierna's toughest course: par 73 and 6,648 metres. The resort suggests a buggy and allows around five hours for a round.
El Higueral Golf
9 holes
A par 36, 9-hole resort course on the gentle slopes of the foothills at Benahavís.
Flamingos Golf (Villa Padierna)
18 holes
The best known of Villa Padierna's three courses: par 71 and 5,714 metres, and a former stop on the European Senior Tour and the Ladies European Tour.
La Quinta Golf & Country Club
27 holes
Manuel Piñero and Antonio García Garrido
Three 9-hole loops running out from the clubhouse and The Westin La Quinta hotel, with a golf academy led by Manuel Piñero.
Los Arqueros Golf & Country Club
18 holes
Seve Ballesteros
A challenging par 71 designed by Seve Ballesteros and opened in 1991, in the hills at Benahavís.
Marbella Club Golf Resort
18 holes
Dave Thomas
The Marbella Club hotel's own 18-hole course, a Dave Thomas design up in the hills at Benahavís.
Tramores Golf (Villa Padierna)
18 holes
A short executive course at Villa Padierna: par 63 and 3,468 metres, taking about three hours. It suits juniors, beginners and anyone short of time.
Around San Pedro
Real Club de Golf Guadalmina
36 holes
Two competition courses and 36 holes at Guadalmina, used by both members and visitors, right next to San Pedro.
Around Nueva Andalucía
Aloha Golf Club
18 holes
A par 72 parkland course in Nueva Andalucía's Golf Valley, a short way behind Puerto Banús.
Los Naranjos Golf Club
18 holes
Robert Trent Jones Sr.
A championship 18-hole course in the heart of the Golf Valley, one of the best-regarded in the area.
Magna Marbella Golf
9 holes
A short 9-hole course in the Golf Valley with plenty of obstacles, where accuracy matters more than distance.
Real Club de Golf Las Brisas
18 holes
Members and guests
Robert Trent Jones Sr., updated by Kyle Phillips
A private club for members and their guests: a Robert Trent Jones Sr. course in the Golf Valley, later updated by Kyle Phillips.
Around Marbella
Cabopino Golf Marbella
18 holes
A compact par 71 among umbrella pines, across from Cabopino marina at the eastern end of Marbella.
Higuerón Marbella Golf Resort
18 holes
Robert Trent Jones Sr.
An 18-hole Robert Trent Jones Sr. course about five minutes from Marbella. Its old web address, marbellagolf.com, now leads here.
Río Real Golf
18 holes
Javier Arana
One of Marbella's historic clubs, open since 1965: a Javier Arana design with a boutique hotel on site.
Santa Clara Golf Marbella
18 holes
Enrique Canales
A par 71 Enrique Canales design of 5,922 metres, east of Marbella town and suited to a broad range of players.
Santa María Golf & Country Club
18 holes
An 18-hole club at Elviria, on Marbella's eastern side, for both members and visitors.
Around Mijas
Alhaurín Golf
27 holes
Seve Ballesteros
An 18-hole Seve Ballesteros course with views of the Sierra de Mijas and the sea, plus a separate 9-hole course, inland at Alhaurín el Grande.
Calanova Golf Club
18 holes
A scenic, undulating 18 holes just inland from La Cala de Mijas, with wide fairways and views to the sea and the Sierra de Mijas.
Cerrado del Águila Golf
9 holes
A 9-hole course and small resort just inland from Mijas Costa, handy for a quick round from Fuengirola.
Chaparral Golf Club
18 holes
Pepe Gancedo
A Pepe Gancedo design that runs through Mediterranean woodland above the coast, about 20 minutes from Marbella according to the club.
La Cala Resort
54 holes
Cabell B. Robinson
The largest golf resort in Spain — three 18-hole courses (América, Asia and Europa) in the hills behind La Cala, plus an academy, hotel and spa.
Mijas Golf
36 holes
Robert Trent Jones Sr.
Two long-established courses in the valley behind Fuengirola — Los Lagos, wide and watery, and the tighter Los Olivos — both originally designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr.
Miraflores Golf
18 holes
Falco Nardi
A shorter par 71 of 5,148 metres, designed by Falco Nardi and opened in 1990, close to La Cala de Mijas.
Santana Golf
18 holes
An 18-hole, par 72 course inland from Mijas Costa, about 25 minutes from Málaga Airport according to the club.
Around Benalmádena
Benalmádena Golf
9 holes
A 9-hole par 3 course in the middle of Benalmádena, open every day and welcoming to all levels.
BilBil House Pitch & Putt
18 holes
An 18-hole pitch and putt in Benalmádena, with the green fee and club hire covered in one price. A relaxed choice for families and beginners.
Torrequebrada Golf
18 holes
Pepe Gancedo
A hilly, established 18 holes above Benalmádena Costa with sea views from most of the course — a former Spanish Open venue, tight and testing in places.
Around Torremolinos
Lauro Golf
27 holes
A 27-hole club open since 1992, inland between Alhaurín de la Torre and Alhaurín el Grande, about 20 minutes from Málaga.
Miguel Ángel Jiménez Golf Academy
Miguel Ángel Jiménez
A golf academy with a par 3 course created by Miguel Ángel Jiménez, the place to go for lessons or a short game session.
Parador de Málaga Golf
27 holes
A historic club dating from 1925, beside the beach just south of Málaga: an 18-hole Old Course and a 9-hole links course, with a Parador hotel on site.
Real Guadalhorce Club de Golf
27 holes
Redesigned by Miguel Ángel Jiménez
A Málaga club, about 15 minutes from the city centre and airport, with 18 holes redesigned by Miguel Ángel Jiménez plus a 9-hole par 3 course.
Good to know
Which is the best area to stay for golf on the Costa del Sol?
It depends on the trip. Nueva Andalucía and Benahavís suit golfers who want several well-known courses within minutes of each other. Mijas Costa has plenty of choice for a week's holiday, and Estepona works well if you want to reach Sotogrande. For a short break, stay near the airport in Torremolinos or Benalmádena.
Can you play golf on the Costa del Sol in winter?
Yes. Courses here open all year, and many visiting golfers come in the cooler months. Those weeks can fill up, so book tee times ahead, and check for course maintenance such as winter greens work when you do.
How many golf courses are on the Costa del Sol?
We list 48, with about 900 holes between them. We only include courses we've been able to check, so there may be others.
Which 9-hole courses are on the Costa del Sol?
Benalmádena Golf, Cerrado del Águila Golf, El Campanario Golf & Country Club, El Higueral Golf, La Resina Golf & Country Club and Magna Marbella Golf.
Which courses were designed by the big names?
Seve Ballesteros: Alhaurín Golf and Los Arqueros Golf & Country Club. Robert Trent Jones: Duquesa Golf Club, Higuerón Marbella Golf Resort, Real Club de Golf Las Brisas, Los Naranjos Golf Club, Mijas Golf and Real Club de Golf Sotogrande.
Can visitors play?
Many clubs take visitors and online bookings, though terms vary, so check with the club. Real Club de Golf Las Brisas is for members and their guests.
Why don't you list green fees?
They change with the season and the time of day, and many figures online are out of date. Each listing links to the club's website, where you can see current rates.
Some courses sit outside the municipality or province of the town they're listed under; each entry's address shows where it really is. Details come from each club's website and tourist offices; confirm opening times, prices and access with the club. Locations: © OpenStreetMap contributors.