Ultimate Golf Guide to Sotogrande: Spain’s Premier Golf Destination

Sotogrande is widely regarded as the finest golf destination in Southern Europe. Set on Spain’s Costa del Sol, it offers an exceptional concentration of championship golf courses, year-round sunshine, and an exclusive atmosphere that attracts discerning golfers from across Europe and beyond.

If you’re staying at Templo Sotogrande, you’re perfectly positioned to enjoy some of the best golf in Spain — with legendary courses just minutes away and several world-class venues within an easy drive.

Why Sotogrande Is a Golfer’s Paradise

Sotogrande was designed around golf. Unlike crowded resort areas, courses here are spacious, tranquil, and immaculately maintained, offering a premium playing experience for all handicap levels.

What makes Sotogrande exceptional for golfers

• Over 320 days of sunshine per year

• Championship course design and conditioning

• Excellent pace of play

• Easy access from Málaga and Gibraltar airports

• Courses suitable for beginners through to elite players

Valderrama Golf Club

Valderrama Golf Club
🌐 https://www.valderrama.com

Often ranked as the best golf course in continental Europe, Valderrama is Sotogrande’s crown jewel. Host of the 1997 Ryder Cup and numerous European Tour and LIV Golf events, it is famous for its narrow fairways, cork oak-lined holes, and immaculate greens.

What to expect

• Technically demanding layout

• World-class course conditioning

• Mandatory buggies, optional caddies

• Strict booking policies

Booking tip: Reserve tee times well in advance, especially from April to October.

Real Club de Golf Sotogrande

Real Club de Golf Sotogrande
🌐 https://www.rcgsotogrande.com

Designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr., Real Club de Golf Sotogrande is a timeless classic and one of Spain’s most respected private clubs. Wide fairways, strategic bunkering, and Mediterranean views define this elegant course.

Highlights

• Championship 18-hole course plus 9-hole course

• Traditional members’ club atmosphere

• Excellent practice facilities

• Welcoming to visitors

Best for: Golfers who appreciate classic course design and strategy.

La Reserva Club Sotogrande

La Reserva Club Sotogrande
🌐 https://www.lareservaclubsotogrande.com

Modern, luxurious, and visually striking, La Reserva combines championship golf with five-star hospitality. The course offers dramatic elevation changes and generous fairways, making it enjoyable for a wide range of handicaps.

Why golfers love it

• Spectacular views and pristine conditions

• Outstanding clubhouse and dining

• More forgiving than Valderrama

• Excellent for mixed-ability groups

San Roque Club (Old & New Courses)

San Roque Club
🌐 https://www.sanroqueclub.com

Located just minutes from Sotogrande, San Roque Club offers two championship courses with distinct personalities.

Old Course

• Tree-lined and technical

• Former European Tour venue

• Traditional parkland style

New Course

• More open and forgiving

• Ideal for higher handicaps

• Faster pace of play

Excellent value for multi-round golf trips.

Alcaidesa Golf (Links & Heathland)

Alcaidesa Golf
🌐 https://www.alcaidesagolf.com

With panoramic views of the Mediterranean, Gibraltar, and Africa, Alcaidesa delivers one of the most scenic rounds in Spain. The Links course offers a true seaside experience rarely found in Southern Europe.

Why it stands out

• Genuine links-style holes

• Coastal winds add challenge

• Recently renovated to championship standard

La Cañada Golf Club

La Cañada Golf Club
🌐 https://www.lacanadagolf.com

La Cañada is Sotogrande’s most accessible and welcoming course. Public and relaxed, it’s popular with locals and visitors alike.

Key features

• Excellent practice facilities

• Affordable green fees

• Friendly atmosphere

• Ideal for warm-up rounds

Perfect for: Beginners, juniors, and casual play.

Almenara Golf (SO/ Sotogrande)

Almenara Golf
🌐 https://www.so-sotogrande.com/golf

Set among lakes and cork oak forests, Almenara offers a scenic and forgiving layout with 27 holes that allow for varied course combinations.

What to expect

• Rolling terrain and water features

• Relaxed holiday atmosphere

• Excellent conditioning

• Suitable for all handicaps

Finca Cortesín (Worth the Drive)

Finca Cortesín
🌐 https://www.fincacortesin.com

Located around 30 minutes from Sotogrande, Finca Cortesín is consistently ranked among the world’s top golf resorts and has hosted the Solheim Cup.

Why it’s exceptional

• Impeccable presentation

• Strategic but fair design

• World-class service and facilities

• One of Spain’s most memorable finishing holes

A must-play for serious golf enthusiasts.

Best Time to Play Golf in Sotogrande

• Spring (March–May): Ideal weather and peak course conditions

• Summer (June–September): Early tee times recommended

• Autumn (October–November): Warm days and fewer crowds

• Winter (December–February): Mild temperatures and excellent value

Golf is playable year-round.

Where to Stay for a Golf Holiday: Templo Sotogrande

Templo Sotogrande is the ideal base for golf groups and families:

• Sleeps up to 24 guests across five private bungalows

• Secure space for golf bags and equipment

• Short drives to all major courses

• Rooftop terraces and saltwater pool for post-round relaxation

Perfect for golf holidays, corporate retreats, and multi-course itineraries.

Plan Your Sotogrande Golf Getaway

From the legendary challenge of Valderrama to the luxury of Finca Cortesín and the classic charm of Real Sotogrande, this region offers an unrivalled golf experience in Europe.

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