10 Must-play golf courses on Spain’s Costa del Sol

Nicknamed the Costa del Golf, this sun-soaked stretch of Andalusia is home to some of Europe’s most prestigious fairways. Here are ten standout courses—each with its own character and spectacular views.

1. Real Club Valderrama – Frequently ranked the best course in continental Europe, this Robert Trent Jones Sr. design demands precision on every shot and has hosted multiple European Tour events.

2. Finca Cortesín – Famous for the 2023 Solheim Cup, Cabell Robinson’s 18-hole masterpiece pairs challenging play with panoramic Mediterranean and mountain views.

3. La Zagaleta – An ultra-exclusive 36-hole private estate near Marbella where pristine fairways blend seamlessly into rolling hills and sea vistas.

4. La Reserva Club Sotogrande – Cabell B. Robinson’s scenic 18-hole layout weaves around lakes and trees in one of Sotogrande’s most beautiful settings.

5. Real Club de Golf Sotogrande – A 1964 classic between the Guadiaro River and Sotogrande Marina, consistently rated among Europe’s elite.

6. The San Roque Club (Old Course) – A former European Tour venue set in tranquil countryside between Jerez and Marbella.

7. La Hacienda Links Golf Resort – Boasts two championship tracks—Links and Heathland—offering sweeping coastal views and top-notch amenities.

8. Marbella Club Golf Resort – Dave Thomas’s hillside design near Benahavís serves up spectacular views of Gibraltar, the Mediterranean and the African coastline.

9. Golf Torrequebrada – Near Málaga airport, this championship course mixes sea views with strategic bunkers and water hazards for a true shot-making challenge.

10. Los Naranjos Golf Club – Famous for its contrast between the undulating front nine and the flatter, orange-tree-lined back nine.

Whether you’re chasing a stern test of golf or simply those Mediterranean panoramas, the Costa del Sol delivers some of Europe’s most unforgettable rounds.