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Canary Islands
About Buenavista Golf
Designed by Severiano Ballesteros and opened in 2003, Buenavista Golf occupies dramatic cliffside terrain on the north-west tip of Tenerife, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. The par-72 layout stretches 6,019 metres and features at least 12 holes with either ocean or mountain backdrops, making it arguably the most scenically positioned course in the Canary Islands. A central lake divided by waterfalls adds a striking visual element near the clubhouse, while the terrain demands a variety of shot shapes across the undulating clifftop holes. The course sits directly adjacent to the Meliá Hacienda del Conde hotel.
Our take
The scenery gets the headlines at Buenavista, with twelve holes framed by the Atlantic or the mountains, but it is the sea wind that ends up writing most scorecards.
Serious golfersSeve asks for flight control more than raw length here; the breeze off the Atlantic rarely rests, so take an extra club, keep the ball under it and respect the 9th and 10th.
Higher handicapsBe honest about your game: cliffside drops, the water around the clubhouse lake and a stiff sea wind will cost a 24-handicapper a sleeve or three, and the climbs make a buggy the sensible call.
CouplesOne plays, both enjoy the day: the drive out to Tenerife's north-west tip is part of the occasion, and ocean or mountain backdrops frame twelve of the eighteen holes.
Tell us who’s coming and how you like to play, and we’ll shape the right trip around you.
The walk. Hilly — we would take a buggy. 204 metres of climb over eighteen holes.
The wind. The wind is usually north-easterly, averaging 19 km/h, gusting to 40. It is the club selection that catches people out, not the yardage.
The water. Water is very much in play across this course. Bring a few more balls than you think you need.
The design. Severiano Ballesteros.
The holes that will cost you. The 10th, the 9th and the 1st. The 10th is the one you will be talking about afterwards.
Hole by hole — how we would play it
1
495 yards — flat
reachable in two — go for it
Into the wind — club up, it plays longer
2
134 yards — plays like 139, flat
one-shotter — club for the effective number, not the card
Downwind — take less
3
335 yards — flat
driver and a short-iron — take the trouble on only if the line is clean
Downwind — take less
4
201 yards — plays like 190, downhill
one-shotter — club for the effective number, not the card
Crosswind — allow for drift
5
479 yards — flat
reachable in two — go for it
Into the wind — club up, it plays longer
6
432 yards — plays like 422, downhill
driver and a short-iron — take the trouble on only if the line is clean
Crosswind — allow for drift
7
415 yards — plays like 423, uphill
driver and a short-iron — take the trouble on only if the line is clean
Crosswind — allow for drift
8
224 yards — plays like 210, downhill
one-shotter — club for the effective number, not the card
Crosswind — allow for drift
9
505 yards — flat
reachable in two — go for it
Downwind — take less
10
615 yards — plays like 574, downhill
three-shot hole — position over power
Crosswind — allow for drift
11
411 yards — plays like 428, uphill
driver and a short-iron — take the trouble on only if the line is clean
Crosswind — allow for drift
12
157 yards — plays like 167, uphill
one-shotter — club for the effective number, not the card
Into the wind — club up, it plays longer
13
408 yards — plays like 378, downhill
reachable in two — go for it
Crosswind — allow for drift
14
362 yards — plays like 381, uphill
driver and a short-iron — take the trouble on only if the line is clean
Crosswind — allow for drift
15
241 yards — plays like 225, downhill
one-shotter — club for the effective number, not the card
Crosswind — allow for drift
16
327 yards — plays like 333, uphill
driver and a short-iron — take the trouble on only if the line is clean
Crosswind — allow for drift
17
191 yards — plays like 200, uphill
one-shotter — club for the effective number, not the card
Crosswind — allow for drift
18
466 yards — flat
reachable in two — go for it
Downwind — take less
Terrain and prevailing-weather data, read hole by hole. It is our own assessment of how the course plays, not an official course or slope rating.
The course at a glance
DesignerSeveriano Ballesteros
Holes18
Par72
Length6,582 yds
TypeCoastal
DifficultyHilly — buggy advised · 204m of climb
Slope121
Opened2003
Prevailing windNorth-easterly
Signature holeHole 10 · Three-shot hole, position over power
WHERE TO STAY
Places to stay while you play Buenavista Golf
Base yourself near the course — every venue here includes Buenavista Golf in your golf holiday.
This course
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Golf holidays in Canary Islands — answers to the questions our golfers ask most.
How much does a golf holiday in Canary Islands cost?
Golf holidays in Canary Islands start from £165 (≈ €185) (≈ $215) (≈ CA$305) (≈ AU$315) (≈ NZ$375) (≈ CHF 175) (≈ kr 2,155) (≈ kr 2,135) (≈ kr 1,445) pp with Golf Planet Holidays. That is a tailor-made ground package, and the final price depends on your hotel, the courses you play and the season.
Which is the best Canary Island for golf?
Tenerife, Gran Canaria and Fuerteventura are all super golf destinations offering an impressive choice of golf courses for our guests.
Do I need a hire car?
If you don’t fancy driving abroad it isn’t a problem. We can easily arrange private transfers from the airport to the golf courses and many of the resorts we use have great golf courses on site. Taxis are plentiful and the buses run on time!
When is the best time to play golf in Canary Islands?
Year-round, thanks to a warm, spring-like climate every month, and especially popular from November to March when the UK is cold.
How many golf courses are there in Canary Islands?
We feature 14 courses and 20 resorts across Canary Islands including Tecina Golf Course and Fuerteventura Golf Club. Your specialist matches the courses to your group's standard and budget.
What is the best time of year to go to the Canary Islands?
The Canary Islands are very popular golf holiday destinations during our winter months as there is plenty of warm sunshine. However they are super value if you are looking for a golf escape during our summer.
