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(Sotogrande Area)

Valderrama Golf Club
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LOCATION: Located in the municipality of San Roque, in the province of Cadiz, on the western limits of the Costa Del Golf, and only a stones throw away from the World famous strait of Gibraltar
RATING: Course No. 1 in continental Europe and ranked No. 50 in the World.
DESCRIPTION: Valderrama, the home of the PGA European Tour's grand finale event, the VOLVO MASTERS, is a Robert Trent Jones masterpiece. The club voted No.1 course in continental Europe recently landed the greatest prize of all: host to the 1997 RYDER CUP. Valderrama also hosted the World Golf Championships American Express Championships in 1999 and will be hosting this championship again in the years 2000 and 2002.The course is one of the continent's toughest challenges and has only surrendered below par on a handful of occasions during the VOLVO MASTERS.
COURSE DETAILS: Par 71 SSS 73, Length 5,864 meters.
CADDIES: Caddies available.
BUGGIES: Available however you can not reserve them in advance.
TIPS: Valderrama is a private course, however green fee-paying guests are welcome in the afternoon. Reservations should be made well in advance.Soft spikes must be worn and men must have collared shirts.All players must present a handicap certificate and be over 16 years of age. Valderrama follows a strict dress code.
HANDICAPS: MEN 24 - LADIES 30.
HOTELS NEARBY: Almenara Hotel, Hotel Kempinski.

Real Club de Golf Sotogrande
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LOCATION: Sotogrande is located in the municipality of San Roque, in the province of Cadiz, on the western limits of the Costa Del Golf, and only a stones throw from the World famous strait of Gibraltar. This region is Spain's premier golfing region.
RATING: Ranked No. 5 in continental Europe.
DESCRIPTION: An old master among clubs on the coast, Royal Sotogrande opened in 1964, and is still one of Europe's top ten courses. As recognition during it's thirtieth year, Sotogrande was awarded the "Royal" prefix. Designed by the American Robert Trent Jones, Sotogrande's layout has well-established vegetation with pine, cork oaks, eucalyptus and palm trees. Water plays an important role, affecting holes 12, 13, 14, 16 and 17 which seems to make the course longer than its 6,224 meters. The great consolation is the total lack of rough on the immaculately groomed fairways. The club hosts the annual Sherry Cup-European Amateur golf masters.
COURSE DETAILS: CPAR 72 SSS 72, Length 5,853 Meters.
CADDIES: Caddies available.
BUGGIES: Buggies available.
TIPS: It is a private club, however the public are allocated several hours per day, advisable to reserve tee times at least one month in advance.Soft spikes must be worn.
HANDICAPS: MEN 25 - LADIES 30.
HOTELS NEARBY: Almenara Hotel, Hotel Kempinski.

The San Roque Club
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LOCATION: The San Roque Club is located in the municipality of San Roque, in the province of Cadiz, on the western limits of the Costa Del Sol, and only a stones throw from the World famous strait of Gibraltar.
DESCRIPTION: The San Roque golf course was designed by Dave Thomas and is the European HQ for the PGA European Tour (much like TPC Sawgrass in Florida). This course is like a stadium course with water, large greens and has hosted many tournaments over the years. At 6440 yards and par 72-74, the course is tough and usually in excellent shape. A delightful course to play, with plenty of carts, excellent practice facilities and clubhouse.
COURSE DETAILS: Par 72 SSS 72, Length 6,048 Meters.
CADDIES: Caddies available
BUGGIES: Buggies available.
HANDICAPS: MEN 28 - LADIES 36.
HOTELS NEARBY: Almenara Hotel, Hotel Kempinski.

Almenara Golf Club
ARCHITECT: Dave Thomas.
LOCATION: Sotogrande Resort.
DESCRIPTION: A New Gem in the golden triangle of Sotogrande. Dave Thomas designed and opened this 18 hole course in the Spring of '98 and it has rapidly become one of the most popular courses in the area. Almenara is a haven for the golf enthusiast providing fantastic golf in some of the most beautiful setting in Europe.9 holes are set beside a lake and 9 over rolling hills scattered with cork oak and pine trees.
COURSE DETAILS: Par 72, SSS 70, Length 5, 726 metres
CADDIES: Not available
BUGGIES: Available
HANDICAPS:MEN 38 - LADIES 34
HOTELS NEARBY: Almenara Hotel, Kempinski.

Alcaidesa Golf Links
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LOCATION: Located to the west of San Roque, in an area rich with enthusiastic golfers.
DESCRIPTION: Alcaidesa Links Golf Club, which opened in 1992, is an experience that cannot be found anywhere else in Spain; it is the closest you will get to a links course in the country. The course has benefited from an extensive program of remodeling in which fairways were improved and widened and new tees and buggy tracks were built. The result is a much more forgiving layout that is acceptable for golfers of all abilities. Magnificent views over the Mediterranean and Gibraltar offer the excuse to take a breather at the cliff top to drink in the scene before tackling the next hole.
COURSE DETAILS: Par 71 SSS 69, Length 5,385 meters.
CADDIES: Not available
BUGGIES: Available.
HANDICAPS: MEN 28 - LADIES 36
HOTELS NEARBY: Almenara Hotel, Hotel Kempinski.

Las Brisas Golf Club
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LOCATION: 3 miles from Marbella town
RATING: Course No. 32 in continental Europe.
DESCRIPTION: Real Club De Golf Las Brisas was founded in 1969. The course was designed by one of the world's greatest golf designers, Robert Trent Jones. Las Brisas includes numerous water obstacles: there are ten artificial lakes fed by two streams. The greens, the majority of which are raised, are amply protected by bunkers. The results of Robert Trent Jones' efforts were truly notable and original, obtaining a difficult and attractive course. The outcome is a round which requires a precision game of golf. Apart from playing host to some of the best golfers in the World, Las Brisas has been visited by numerous personalities and celebrities. The relationship between the Spanish Royal Family and Las Brisas is particularly noteworthy. On the 23rd May 1995 H.M. the King, Don Juan Carlos I, granted Las Brisas the right to use the Royal prefix in recognition of its brilliant past and promising future
COURSE DETAILS: Par 72 SSS 72, Length 5,886 meters.
CADDIES: Caddies available
BUGGIES: Buggies available.
TIPS: Las Brisas is a private course but welcomes green fee paying guests. It is advisable however to book well in advance.
HANDICAPS: MEN 24 - LADIES 36
HOTELS NEARBY: The Marbella Club Hotel, Hotel Puente Romano.

Aloha Golf Club
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LOCATION: 7 Kilometers from Marbella (Behind Puerto Banœs).
DESCRIPTION: Situated in Nueva Andaluc’a, the Mecca of European golf. Boasting newly qualified European Tour player Diego Borrego amongst it's regulars, Aloha is a private club, which welcomes visitors, although members do have priority. The varied vegetation makes each hole different to play and as a rule by hitting straight and staying on the ample fairways danger will be kept at bay. The large, often difficult greens however are a different matter, none more so than the heavily guarded 10th, a par 5 whose bordering lakes make it memorable for its natural beauty.
COURSE DETAILS: Par 72 SSS 72, Length 5,951 meters.
CADDIES: No caddies available.
BUGGIES: Buggies available.
HANDICAPS: MEN 28 - LADIES 36
HOTELS NEARBY: The Marbella Club Hotel, Hotel Puente Romano

The Marbella Club Golf Resort
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LOCATION: Located on the road up to Benahav’s, only 20 minutes drive from Marbella.
DESCRIPTION: The picturesque first hole typifies the quality of the course's design and marks the beginning of a most memorable round of golf. All 18 holes measure well over 6000 metres in length, complemented by carefully countoured fairways, incorporating enticing water cascades, lakes and strategically placed bunkers as well as undulating greens.The Marbella Club Golf course offers a challenging game of golf to both the average and the champion golfer.
COURSE DETAILS: Par 71, SSS 71, Length 6600 meters.
CADDIES: Not available.
BUGGIES: BAvailable but can not be reserved in advance.
HANDICAPS: LADIES 32 - MEN 24
HOTELS NEARBY: The Marbella Club Hotel, Hotel Puente Romano.
HANDICAPS: LADIES 32 - MEN 24
IMPORTANT: Only guests at the Hotel Puente Romano and Marbella Club Hotel can play at this course.

La Cala Golf Resort
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LOCATION: Situated between Fuengirola and Marbella turn off the N340 highway at La Cala de Mijas and drive 8 Kilometers inland.
DESCRIPTION: La Cala features 36 holes, a David Leadbetter Golf Academy and a six hole par 3 course, all designed by American architect Cabell B. Robinson, a former employee of Robert Trent Jones. The North Course starts with the three flattest holes of the resort followed by a narrow and interesting Par 3, where you are recommended to hit the ball onto the green or you might find yourself in the ravine or bunker. Watch out for the 5th a difficult uphill index 1 hole, where a good drive is needed. If you have time, take a walk up to the white tee box on the 16th where you will find spectacular views of the entire resort. The 18th hole is also interesting, it is downhill all the way to the 19th where you can relax on the terrace of La Cala's spectacular clubhouse after a good round of golf. The South Course is also a wonderful course where the 1st, 9th, 10th, and 18th are all located beside the clubhouse. The 5th and the 12th are two interesting holes with water hazards. A picturesque par 3 on the 11th and watch where you hit the ball on the 9th or you might end up in trouble. It is recommended that you purchase a Strokesaver before playing in order to know how to beat the course and not to let the course beat you.
COURSE DETAILS: South Course Par 72 SSS 72, Length 5,966 Meters. North Course Par 73 SSS 73.
CADDIES: Caddies available in high season only.
BUGGIES: Buggies available.
HANDICAPS: MEN 28 - LADIES 36
WEATHER: Spain enjoys a sunny Mediterranean climate
HOTELS NEARBY: La Cala Resort, Marbella Club Hotel, Puente Romano Hotel.

Torrequebrada Golf Club
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COURSE DETAILS: Length 7,093 yards. Par 72.
HANDICAPS: Men 28 - Ladies 36.
CADDIES: Caddies available in high season only.
BUGGIES: Buggies available.
BUGGIES: Buggies available.
HOTELS NEARBY: The Puente Romano Hotel and the Marbella Club Hotel.
(Jerez Area)

Montecastillo
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LOCATION: Located 15 minutes from The city of Jerez.
RANKING: Number 50 in continental Europe.
DESCRIPTION: CLocated next to the Grand Prix circuit near Jerez, Montecastillo opened for play in 1992. The official inauguration took place during the 1994 Andaluc’a Tour of Spain Masters Open in which course designer Jack Nicklaus competed together with his sons Jackie and Gary. Following the "Golden Bear's" preference ("I hate uphill lies") Montecastillo is mostly flat and features raised tees. But where the terrain takes control a downhill course has been engineered. An elevated tee looks down for forty meters over a broad sweep of fairway bordering a lake to the left with the green just beyond.
COURSE DETAILS: Par 72 SSS 72, Length 6,043 meters.
BUGGIES: Not available.
CADDIES: Not available.
HANDICAPS: Men 28 - Ladies 36.
HOTELS NEARBY: Almenara Hotel.

Dehesa Montenmedio
Dehesa Montenmedio, Spain golf trips ARCHITECT: Alejandro Maldonado.
LOCATION: Vejer de la Frontera, Cadiz (1 ¸ hours from Marbella).
RANKING: Ranked number 50 in continental Europe.
DESCRIPTION: The 18 holes are played on wide carefully tailored fairways, bordered by Mediterranean vegetation and forest. This course requires precision and accuracy to keep the ball in play, and is considered by professionals and experts as one of Europe's finest golf courses. Dehesa Montenmedio can present a challenge to professionals, especially if the wind blows, but equally it has been designed with the club golfer in mind and the course is easy to walk. Although there are many bunkers they have not been sited with the sole purpose of complicating your game of golf, and the width of the fairways compensates for the precision required to stay out of the vegetation. Water is also in abundance, while the greens, according to experts, are some of the best to be found in Andaluc’a.
COURSE DETAILS: Par 71 SSS 71, Length 5,751 meters.
BUGGIES: Not available.
CADDIES: Not available.
HANDICAPS: Men 28 - Ladies 34.
HOTELS NEARBY: Almenara Hotel.