Golfing in Andalusia is by no means boring. An avid golfer can try out a different course every day, so to speak. There are 52 golf courses in the province of Málaga alone. Most golf courses are located on the Costa del Sol, but there are also several courses in the interior of Andalusia.

Are you staying at Finca Las Nuevas? Then you can perfectly combine golf with peace, nature, and authentic Andalusian life. Within a short driving distance, you will find several beautiful golf courses, both in the green inland area and along the coast.

Why is golfing in Andalusia so popular?

Andalusia offers ideal conditions for a golf holiday. The mild climate means you can play golf almost all year round. Even in winter, you can often head onto the course wearing a polo shirt or shorts. In addition, the variety is enormous.

In Andalusia you will find:

• Golf courses by the sea with views of the Mediterranean Sea
• Hilly golf courses in the mountains of Málaga
• Exclusive golf resorts on the Costa del Sol
• Peaceful golf clubs surrounded by olive groves and nature
• Golf courses for both beginners and experienced golfers

There are more than 50 golf courses in the province of Málaga alone. This means that during a golf holiday in Andalusia, you can play a different course every day.

Combining a golf holiday in Andalusia with peace and nature

Many golfers choose to stay along the busy coast, but the inland area of Andalusia has a special charm of its own. At Finca Las Nuevas, you stay in a peaceful green setting among the olive trees, while still being within 30 to 45 minutes of several golf courses.

After a morning of golfing, you can enjoy the peace and quiet of the finca, take a dip in the swimming pool, or relax on your terrace with views of the Andalusian mountains.

That makes Finca Las Nuevas ideal for golfers as well as for partners who do not want to play golf every day.

Within about half an hour’s drive from our holiday homes, there are already two beautiful golf courses where we ourselves love to play.

Lauro Golf – golfing among the olive trees

Lauro Golf is located between Alhaurín el Grande and Alhaurín de la Torre, at the foot of the Sierra de Mijas. This golf course has a natural and rural atmosphere. Old, gnarled olive trees line the fairways, and from several holes you have views of Málaga and the Mediterranean Sea.

The golf course has 27 holes, making it easy to spend an entire day golfing here. The last nine holes are located more on the hillsides, so a buggy can be convenient.

What we personally really enjoy is the relaxed atmosphere of the course. After golfing, you can enjoy a delicious meal or a drink on the restaurant terrace, located in an old Andalusian cortijo.

Alhaurín Golf – challenging golf course in the mountains of Málaga

Alhaurín Golf is also beautifully located in the inland area of Málaga, close to Alhaurín el Grande. The course winds through the hilly landscape of the Sierra de Mijas.

Because of the elevation changes, you sometimes have to walk quite uphill, but the views make it all worthwhile. Every hole feels different here. Thanks to the Mediterranean vegetation, wide fairways, and strategically placed bunkers, this course is varied and challenging.

Here, you will use almost every club in your bag. The course has 18 holes, and from the restaurant you have a beautiful view over the hills of Andalusia.

Los Naranjos, Marbella

If the website is to be believed, this is one of the best golf courses in Spain.

Westin La Quinta, Marbella

Slightly inland from Marbella in the mountains of Sierra Blanaca, you can enjoy a beautifully landscaped 27-hole golf course in Benhavís.

Mijas Golf, Mijas

This golf course is one of the most popular on the Costa del Sol. The courses are in good condition and there is a friendly atmosphere with good service, according to its website.

Parador de Golf, Málaga

The Parador de Golf golf course lets you play golf by the sea. From several fairways, you look out over the Mediterranean. The only downside is that you also have a view of the planes just taking off from the nearby airport.

Practical tips for golfing in Andalusia

When is the best time to play golf in Andalusia?

The best months for golfing are:

• February to June
• September to November
• The temperatures are often wonderful even in winter.

In July and August, it can become very hot during the day. Many golfers therefore choose early tee times.

Many of our guests combine golfing with:

• Hiking in Andalusia
• Visits to Málaga, Ronda, or Córdoba
• Relaxing by the pool
• Eating tapas in white villages
• A day at the beach on the Costa del Sol

This makes a golf holiday in Andalusia much more than just golf.

Frequently asked questions about playing golf in Andalusia