La Marquesa Golf

Tel: 966 714 258
GPS 38.0839° N, 0.7080° W

Not only is La Marquesa a beautiful golf course, it is also well thought out and cleverly designed. One which is said to test your skill to the limit, but thoroughly enjoyable nonetheless. The course was designed and founded in 1989 by D. Justo Quesada and quickly grew in popularity thanks to its proximity to Alicante – in fact, it was once said that 80% of players from the Alicante province had hit their first golf ball at La Marquesa.

As the golf course grew and surrounding area developed, changes also occurred at La Marquesa with important technical and design improvements. A map of each hole can be viewed here and your round of golf can be booked online by clicking here.

If you would like to see a sample of some properties around the La Marquesa and Quesada area please click here 

Vistabella Golf

Tel: 966 107 846

GPS N38º121” W0º 51’57”

Vistabella is described as a course for everyone. The course itself has been designed so that players of all abilities can enjoy a good round of golf. Golfers describe its undulating fairways, its strategic bunkers and its beautiful lake as features which make Vistabella one of the most enjoyable courses in the area. To have a sneak peek at each of the courses 18 holes individually, you can click here for a map of each hole. The course also features a restaurant and bar, a bowling green, padel courts and a golf shop. If you are not a golfer there is still plenty to do in the area.  Vistabella is just a short distance from the town of Los Montesinos which has a pleasant paved square and plenty of typical Spanish bars – perfect for a coffee or a spot of lunch.  Also in Los Montesinos is Restaurante La Herradura which is an award-winning restaurant offering popular cooking and wine courses. If you would like to see some examples of the kind of bargain paroperties that can be found in Los Montesinos and Vistabella please follow these links.

Roda Golf

Tel: 968 173 093

GPS N38°1’39.222 W0°44’34.139

Roda Golf Course was designed by world famous golf course designer, Dave Thomas.  This excellent 18-hole, par 72 golf course was created by combining different environments and works wonderfully with the native Mediterranean landscape and vegetation. The once flat landscape has been masterfully reworked into a rolling golf terrain that is both aesthetically pleasing and provides an interesting and challenging test of golf. The design incorporates three strategically located lagoons and a great deal of thought has been invested into indigenous tree planting and landscaping to ensure that the course is both beautiful and a challenge for golfers of all abilities. Roda as a course is popular with amateurs and professionals alike, as well as many golf societies who use the course for competitions. For the non golfer, enjoy the exquisite Costa Calida beaches, take a day trip to the historic city of Cartagena or the bustling international city of Murcia.

La Finca Golf

Tel: 966 729 055

GPS N38º121” W0º 51’57”

The La Finca is one of three golf courses in the area owned by the QUARA Group – QUARA also owns Villamartin and Las Ramblas. It is a young field, having just opened to the public in summer 2002. Despite its relative youth, it is one of the most successful courses on the Costa Blanca and is very popular with residents and visitors alike. It was designed by renowned Spanish designer Pepe Gancedo and boasts generous fairways, spectacular greens and cleverly thought out contours – all of the ingredients for an interesting game of golf no matter what your skill level. The lake in the middle comes into play many times as does the ravine that runs down the side of the first nine. The course itself has a wonderfully equipped Club House with great facilities and buggy hire, as well as a well-stocked pro shop. The course is set against a backdrop of the Callosa del Segura mountain, making for an impressive overall scene.  Add the impressive five star hotel and the fact that La Finca was voted number 46 in the top 100 golf courses in Spain and you’ve got the perfect place to enjoy a fourball with friends.  See a hole-by-hole guide to the course by clicking here.

La Finca resort is heaven for the non golfer too.  The spa offers a huge array of pampering packages and you can even opt for a spa and lunch package which is highly recommended. You don’t have to be resident in the hotel to book a spa experience but if you do decide to stay, there are many special offers available.

Campoamor Golf

Tel: 965 32 13 66

GPS 37.9280° N, 0.7786° W

Campoamor Golf course is set among the wild beauty of the Dehesa de Campoamor. Nestled between two valleys and surrounded by small hillocks that protect it from the wind, Campoamor Golf can facilitate golf at any time of the year. The course itself features neatly-manicured lawns which are beautifully enhanced by the lush vegetation and fauna of the area. The clubhouse is a delight in itself and here you can hire clubs, buggies and browse the pro shop. You can call in person to book golf or book online here. Also, if you’d like a preview of the course, a hole by hole guide is available here.

There are also not one but two four-star hotels on site. The first accommodates guests in four-star golf luxury. The second, which opened in 2006, was exclusively designed to accommodate elite sports professionals with access to three full-sized grass football fields as well as the famous 18 hole golf course. Given its position, Campoamor golf club is very near many of the Orihuela Costa’s blue flag beaches, such as La Zenia – perfect for the non-golfers of the family to escape to.  If it isn’t beach weather, or you simply don’t fancy it, those not playing a few holes of golf can seek some major retail therapy in the form of Zenia Boulevard – the area’s largest and most well-known shopping centre with a mind-blowing array of shops and restaurants.

Las Colinas Golf

Tel: 965 32 40 04

GPS N37°56.131 W0°47.541

Las Colinas is a real jewel in the crown of Costa Blanca golf.  The course extends across beautiful natural valleys between grassy hills (from where the name comes from, colina being hill in Spanish) where the superbly designed course blends naturally into the landscape.  The course is described as incredibly versatile and with its extensive rolling greens and variety of tees at each hole, Las Colinas provides great golfing to professional competitors and enthusiastic amateurs alike.  Since opening in 2010, the 330 hectare resort offers prestigious golf in luxury surroundings. Las Colinas was voted Spain’s Best Golf Course (World Golf Awards 2015, 2016 and 2017), and continues to be one of Europe’s Top 100 courses.

For the non golfer, Las Colinas is paradise with so many alternatives to the standard 18 holes.  On the grounds of the estate, there are many walking routes allowing nature lovers to soak in some of the finest examples of flora and fauna in the southern Costa Blanca.  We recommend the 3km walking route which is signposted from the car park.  As well as walking, Las Colinas has partnered with a variety of local providers to offer a range of golf-alternative experiences such as hot air ballooning, scuba diving and wine tasting.

Villamartin Golf

Tel: 96 676 51 70

GPS 37° 56′ 29.27″ N, 0° 45′ 29.7″ W

Villamartin golf course is probably one of the most well-known courses on the southern Costa Blanca and is ranked number 68 in the top 100 golf courses in Spain.  The course itself was constructed and built by Mr. Putmann in the early 70s and opened for business in June 1972.

Villamartin has hosted many prestigious tournaments over the years, including the 1994 Mediterranean Open which was won by Jose Maria Olazabal after a nail-biting play-off with Paul McGinley.

From a player’s point of view, Villamartin Golf Club has an exciting design and many challenges. The course is par 72 and the length is 6132 meters from the white tees, 6037 from yellow, and 5259 from red. Hole 17 is the Par 3 signature hole with a demanding 200m carry off the back tee onto an undulating green. The shot from the tee crosses a tree-lined deep ravine that protects the hole and presents a challenge to most players.

The course is very diverse and unlike many other courses in this part of Spain, none of the holes are equal. The mature trees, abundance of wildlife and occasional glimpse of the med from the course means that Villamartin is a favourite among golfers.

For a preview of the course, you can see a hole-by-hole guide by clicking here.

For the non golfer, Villamartin offers a multitude of things to do.  Villamartin square is a hub of commercial activity with shops, restaurants, bars and beauticians.  A mere five-minute drive away is Zenia Boulevard shopping and leisure centre and of course, a stone’s throw from there are the beautiful blue flag beaches of the Orihuela Costa.

La Romero Golf

Tel: 966 766 887

GPS N37°53.169 W0°49.340

Lo Romero is nicknamed ‘The Golf Island’ after its 18th hole island water feature – a round green surrounded on all sides by water and with a footbridge for access.  This signature feature gives the golfer a unique experience but it isn’t just the 18^th hole that makes Lo Romero special – from the 1^st tee shot, right up to ‘golf island’ on the 18^th, Lo Romero offers a tranquil setting right in the middle of nature; its sights and sounds giving the golfer the illusion of being completely isolated from the hustle and bustle of the modern world allowing you to enjoy your game of golf in completely relaxed surroundings.  Its enviable location, on what used to be an apple and pear orchard, makes Lo Romero a course like no other.  Preview Lo Romero hole by hole here.

If you are looking to entertain the non golfers of the group, then we highly recommend visiting the mud baths at Lo Pagan.  The good news is that the mud is said to be wonderful for your skin as well as aches and pains – the even better news is that access is free! All you need to do is cover yourself in mud, dry off in the sun and wash it off again.

Las Ramblas

Tel: 96 677 47 28

GPS 37°54’55.8″N 0°46’22.2″W

Las Ramblas golf course opened in 1991, designed by Pepe Gancedo – the prestigious golf designer. Gancedo designed courses are known for displaying his imaginative and innovative flair and are known at an international level. The course itself is built into a beautiful landscape of Mediterranean pines and natural ravines. Its layout really engages players who find this course an exciting challenge for their game. Although not very long, its rugged landscape and beautiful trees make this course a wonderfully different place for golfers of all levels to test their skills. Las Ramblas enjoys wonderful amenities including a modern Clubhouse and great practice facilities.  Ranked as number 56 out of the top 100 golf courses in Spain, Las Ramblas continues to prove extremely popular with both residents and visiting golfers alike.

For those who aren’t fans of the golf scene, the area around Las Ramblas offers an abundance of things to do – none more popular than the blue flag beaches of Cabo Roig, Campoamor and La Zenia.  Many offer watersports throughout the year and even in winter, it is very pleasant to sit and people watch while enjoying a coffee or a glass of wine while watching the world go by.

Hacienda Riquelme

Tel: 968 038 051

GPS N37°53.875 W0°58.173

Hacienda Riquelme is set in one of the nicest areas of southeast Spain – Sucina.  The course was designed by Jack Nicklaus himself – one of the world’s best known and loved golfers and currently ranked as the best golf designer in the world (World Golf Awards). Nicklaus used his many years of experience as both a player and golf course designer to develop Hacienda Riquelme as an incredibly enjoyable and challenging course.

Hacienda Riquelme is an 18 hole, 72 par course set against the beautiful backdrop of the Sierra del Carrascoy, a protected natural park.

The great diversity of the bunkers on Hacienda Riquelme adds an exciting element of difficulty to play with some up to 3 metres deep!

Those not wanting to try their skills on the course can opt instead to visit the historical city of Murcia, which offers an abundance of shopping and culture including wonderful museums as well as the beautiful cathedral.

Alhama Signature Golf

Tel: 968 32 80 08

GPS 37.732856, -1.351435

Designed and signed personally by Jack Nicklaus, this long and spectacular golf course, with five Great Lakes, original circular tees, wide fairways and fast greens is waiting for you. 116 peculiar and varied forms bunkers and a landscape that retains all the native flora and other species indigenous to the area makes Alhama Signature a Natural Reserve. This course is a big challenge for any player, both professional and amateur, at any level, because the perfectly calculated design, forces you to think carefully every shot, before achieve any of its greens wrapped by strategic bunkers. The maximum length of the course is 6884 meters and is a par 72.