At least one of these golf courses should be included in your golf break itinerary if you’re staying in Estepona or Marbella for the weekend.
At a glance
Golf courses
The Flamingos Golf Resort is host to two of the finest golf courses on the Costa del Sol. Within the complex are the Flamingos Golf Club and the Alferini (previously called Gran Flamingo). Both are Antonio Garcia Garrido masterpieces that will leave you stunned.
Flamingos Golf Resort is the wonderful brainchild of R&A group president Ricardo Arranz. There are ambitious plans to construct two further 18 holes, par 72 golf courses to complement the current 36 holes on offer.
Flamingos Golf Club (Flamingos Golf Resort)
The Flamingos golf club was designed by the renowned architect Antonio Garcia Garrido. It was the first golf course to be built at the Flamingos resort and has already played host to the European Tour Seniors Match play. The golf course has perfectly placed elevated tees which offer beautiful views of the Mediterranean, Africa and Gibraltar. This course has been lovingly designed and crafted in a Tuscan style. Each hole features its own type of tree, including pines, olives, cypresses and chestnuts. On some of the fairways you will even find roman columns, statues and marble bridges. To add to the spectacular design of this golf course, it winds its way around the many lakes and the Arroyo Del Taraje stream which comes into play on the 1st and 10th holes in particular. For many, the highlight is the charming 10th with a huge undulating green fiercely protected by bunkers and lake.
18 Holes, Par 71, Yardage 6285. Parkland with lakes.
Alferini Golf Club (Flamingos Golf Resort)
The Alferini Golf Club used to be known as Gran Flamingo Golf Club. It is a fantastic addition to the Flamingos Golf Resort and was also designed by the brilliant Antonio Garcia Garrido. This 18 hole par 73 golf course was opened in November 2007. The layout has been described as being rather technical with long fairways and wide greens. There are 5 starting platforms on each tee, so although a testing course, all abilities get a fair chance. Like the other golf courses situated on the Flamingos resort this one also has breathtaking views. Set in a valley, this course is surrounded by mountains and is isolated from any buildings and noise. There are 2 lakes that feature around this golf course and a surrounding stream comes into play on most of the holes.
18 Holes, Par 73, Yardage 7260. Parkland / Inland.
Tramores Golf Club (Flamingos Golf Resort)
The shortest of the 3 courses designed by Antonio Garcia Garrido which opened in March 2010, Tramores Golf Club is located in a stunning valley just minutes from the other courses on site. It is par 63 and is ideal for a quick, fun round of golf or simply somewhere to warm up or really improve your skills. There is also an American Golf Academy which provides premium practice facilities in which to get a lesson or just hit some balls.
18 Holes, Par 0, Yardage 3163. Parkland.
Accommodation
The 5* Villa Padiern run by the Ritz Carlton is situated onsite and is truly a superb hotel. Other fantastic nearby hotels include the AGH Estepona, Caledonia Golf Aparthotel, the PYR Marbella and the H10 Andalucia Plaza.
Where you can stay
Hotel Villa Padierna from £419pp
5 star
This 5* luxury Ritz Carlton hotel is built in the styles of a Tuscan palace. It has 118 luxurious rooms, many gardens and pools and features a Thermal Spa. A must for couples seeking a very high quality stay.
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Caledonia Golf Aparthotel Resort & Spa
4 star
4* Aparthotel comprised of 301 apartments (mostly 1-bedroom). The hotel has 3 restaurants and 3 bars, along with a very relaxing Spa.
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AGH Estepona from £249pp
4 star
4* Hotel and Spa. It has 177 spacious rooms, all with different decorative styles. In my opinion, the hotel has one of the best Spas in the area.
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TRH Paraiso from £209pp
4 star
4* Hotel which features 176 recently renovated bedrooms. Hotel ideally located on top of a hill, with great views over the coastline and surrounding golf courses.
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Hotel PYR Marbella from £205pp
3 star
Hotel PYR Marbella offers 319 spacious guestrooms right in the centre of Puerto Banus and features some great leisure facilities.
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H10 Andalucia Plaza from £225pp
4 star
Offering 390 comfortable guestrooms, fantastic leisure facilities and access to some of the top golf courses in the region, the 4* H10 Andalucia Plaza is a great venue to call home throughout your golf break.
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Flamingos Golf Club was the venue for the European Senior Tour Match Play Championship from 2002 to 2005.
Location
Flamingos Golf Resort is situated in San Pedro (50 mins from Malaga Airport)
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