Sports in Marbella

There are few places in the world like Marbella, which can offer the visitor so many excellent sports facilities. Andalucia is renowned for its top golf courses and the unique sunny and warm winter climate allows golf to be popular all year round. Marbella also has three ports, and the Mediterranean is the perfect place for sailing; why not charter a luxury motor-cruiser or yacht? Jet-skiing, water skiing, windsurfing, diving; all your water sports can be found in Marbella and Puerto Banús.

There are many excellent tennis clubs, health and gym centers in the area, riding schools, shooting clubs.

Below you can see information about Golf. Select other sports from list:

• Gymnasiums
• Tennis
• Water Sports

Marbella is one of Europe's leading golf destinations. It sits at the heart of the so-called Costa del Golf, with more than 70 courses across the province of Málaga and an exceptional concentration around Marbella, Nueva Andalucía, Benahavís and Estepona. The mild climate means golf can be played almost all year round.

Main Golf Courses in Marbella

Real Club de Golf Las Brisas — Nueva Andalucía, 18 holes. Tel: 952 813 021.

Aloha Golf Club — Nueva Andalucía, 18 holes. Tel: 952 907 085.

Los Naranjos Golf Club — Nueva Andalucía, 18 holes. Tel: 952 812 428.

Marbella Golf & Country Club — East Marbella, 18 holes. Tel: 952 830 500.

Santa Clara Golf Marbella — East Marbella, 18 holes. Tel: 952 850 111.

Cabopino Golf Marbella — Las Chapas, 18 holes. Tel: 951 607 004.

Santa María Golf Club Marbella — Elviria, 18 holes. Tel: 952 831 036.

Real Club de Golf Guadalmina — San Pedro Alcántara, 36 holes. Tel: 952 883 375.

La Quinta Golf & Country Club — Benahavís, 27 holes. Tel: 952 762 000.

The Most Prestigious Courses

A few names stand out for their reputation and history: Real Club de Golf Las Brisas, which has hosted international tournaments, Aloha Golf Club, Los Naranjos Golf Club, Real Club de Golf Guadalmina and La Quinta Golf & Country Club.

Golf Schools & Academies

Marbella Golf Academy — based at Marbella Golf & Country Club. Tel: 952 830 500. Most courses also offer individual lessons, beginner programmes and equipment rental.

Useful Information

Best time to play: September to June — July and August tend to be very hot.
Round duration: 4–5 hours.
Green fees: usually between €60 and €250, depending on the course and season.
Buggy rental: available at almost every course.
Club rental: available at most clubs.
Restaurant & pro shop: found at practically every course.

Marbella is especially known for its "Golf Valley" in Nueva Andalucía, where several of Spain's best courses — Las Brisas, Aloha, Los Naranjos and Magna Marbella — sit just minutes from one another.

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