Andalusia is the place in Spain where we can find the largest number of golf courses. Specifically, throughout the Autonomous Community we can enjoy 106 courses. Most of the golf courses are in Malaga, to be precise, around 53.
The current number of players in Andalusia is 51.500 (the total number of players in Spain is more than 330.000).
If you are thinking of spending a few days in Malaga, you will definitely want to play golf. Now that you know how many golf courses there are in Marbella, let’s take a look at the most important ones.
The best golf courses in Malaga
This golf course is located in Marbella (in fact, it is one of the best golf courses in Marbella). It has a long history of more than 17 years, and more than 140 courses have been played on its grounds.
It was designed by the eminent architect Enrique Canales Busques. It has 18 holes par 71.
The facilities also include a restaurant, cafeteria and clubhouse. This golf course is also of interest to you, even if you are not a great lover of the sport. It was included by Golf Digest magazine as one of the best courses in Europe.
It consists of a large 18-hole course with a Mediterranean landscape design.
It can be found in Casares. If you are a little far from the place where you are staying, remember that you always have the option of opting for car hire on the Costa del Sol to have a vehicle with which to travel anywhere.
Here is another of the best golf courses in Malaga. It has been open since 1976 and was designed by Don José Gancedo (nicknamed the Picasso of Golf).
The location is also quite good: it is located only 20 minutes from Malaga Airport. You can hire a car in Malaga from the airport to go directly to the golf course.
It consists of 18 holes, with the particularity that it is suitable for all levels.
From Golf Torrequebrada we would also like to highlight its incredible views and its great variety of green areas.
Another interesting place to play golf in Marbella is the Real Club de Golf de Guadalmina. It was inaugurated in 1959 in an urbanisation of the same name.
It is made up of two large areas: the South Course (comprising a total of 18 holes dedicated to golfers who already have some experience) and the North Course (a more recent area, simpler and more fun, even with water hazards).
If you are looking for a car hire service on the Costa del Sol, Yellow Car can offer it to you. It is the best way to travel all along the municipality, perfect for playing golf in the best golf courses, or to travel to any other point of interest.