Our take

Old school in the best sense, Guadalmina's Arana designed Sur course has run through the pines beside the Mediterranean since 1959, the second oldest on the coast.

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How it plays

What you are actually facing

18holes
72par
6yards
59mof climb
1water hazard

The walk. Flat, and an easy walk — 59 metres of climb over the round.

The wind. The wind is usually northerly, averaging 7 km/h. It is the club selection that catches people out, not the yardage.

The water. 1 hazard in play. Bring a few more balls than you think you need.

The design. Javier Arana (South), Folco Nardi (North).

The holes that will cost you. The 6th, the 16th and the 7th. The 6th is the one you will be talking about afterwards.

Hole by hole — how we would play it
4
422 yards — plays like 408, downhill
driver and a short-iron — take the trouble on only if the line is clean
Crosswind — allow for drift
5
398 yards — flat
driver and a short-iron — take the trouble on only if the line is clean
Downwind — take less
6
576 yards — plays like 571, flat
three-shot hole — position over power
Downwind — take less
7
477 yards — plays like 482, flat
reachable in two — go for it
Into the wind — club up, it plays longer
8
433 yards — flat
driver and a short-iron — take the trouble on only if the line is clean
Downwind — take less
9
166 yards — plays like 173, uphill
one-shotter — club for the effective number, not the card
Into the wind — club up, it plays longer
10
394 yards — plays like 388, downhill
driver and a short-iron — take the trouble on only if the line is clean
Downwind — take less
11
100 yards — flat
one-shotter — club for the effective number, not the card
Downwind — take less
12
245 yards — plays like 250, flat
position hole — less than driver to your number, leave a full wedge
Downwind — take less
13
320 yards — flat
position hole — less than driver to your number, leave a full wedge
Downwind — take less
14
172 yards — flat
one-shotter — club for the effective number, not the card
Into the wind — club up, it plays longer
15
342 yards — flat
driver and a short-iron — take the trouble on only if the line is clean
Into the wind — club up, it plays longer
16
512 yards — flat
reachable in two — go for it
Into the wind — club up, it plays longer

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.

WHERE TO STAY

Places to stay while you play Real Club de Golf Guadalmina (Sur & Norte)

Base yourself near the course — every venue here includes Real Club de Golf Guadalmina (Sur & Norte) in your golf holiday.

This course4 places to stay

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What golfers say about Spain

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If you are going to play golf, there's nothing better than playing in the sunshine so my wife and I had an item on our bucket list to take a month driving around the Iberian peninsula playing golf, staying at good hotels and eating well! …

Barry Thurston · Spain · 6 years ago

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Frequently asked questions

Golf holidays in Spain — answers to the questions our golfers ask most.

How much does a golf holiday in Spain cost?

Golf holidays in Spain start from £185 (≈ €215) (≈ $245) (≈ CA$345) (≈ AU$355) (≈ NZ$425) (≈ CHF 195) (≈ kr 2,415) (≈ kr 2,395) (≈ kr 1,615) 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.

What are the flight options for Spain?

There are plenty of flights from the UK to all the major Spanish airports.  If you'd like to travel light we can arrange club hire for you.

Is it easy to get around in Spain?

Our drivers will pick you up at the airport and take you to the golf courses during your stay or we can book you a hirecar from a reputable supplier.

When is the best time to play golf in Spain?

March to June and September to November are ideal, warm and dry with the courses in top shape. Southern Spain plays well right through the winter.

How many golf courses are there in Spain?

We feature 71 courses and 68 resorts across Spain including Valderrama Golf Course and Santa Clara Golf Club. Your specialist matches the courses to your group's standard and budget.

Is Spain a good destination for groups of golfers?

Play and stay resorts, such as La Cala and El Rompido, are excellent choices for groups.

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