The phenomenon of golf in Marbella: why are there so many courses?
Golf practice requires climate, space, and infrastructure conditions that are only sometimes easy to find. Marbella combines all the elements to make golf in Marbella a sport compatible with any time of the year.
300 days of sunshine a year
Rainfall is not expected in Marbella and is limited to particular calendar periods. This allows golf practice to be extended to any time of the year and in optimal conditions.
Playing golf in the pleasant temperatures that characterize Marbella's climate is a great advantage. It does not require extensive planning of the day, and there are no complications with displacements. In addition, a lighter wardrobe can be used, and there is no need to carry bulky clothes.
These advantages also extend to the experience itself. Moving from hole to hole is much easier and more pleasant, and the grass is kept in optimal conditions for perfecting the swing.
Golf courses in Marbella as a form of tourism
Another reason Marbella has become a reference point for golf in Spain is the wide range of golf-oriented tourism. On the Costa del Sol, there are around 70 golf courses, and 21 of them are in Marbella, the municipality in Europe with the highest concentration of golf courses.
This particularity has boosted the development of a leisure and services sector closely linked to this activity. The golf courses in Marbella are internationally known for the quality of their facilities, the natural environment, and the tourist offer of an outstanding category.
They are courses suitable for all levels of play, another reason why they are so attractive for different profiles of golfers. It should also be noted that they are the setting for many championships held throughout the year, including some PGA European Tour tournaments.
Real de La Quinta’s Executive Golf Course
The Real de La Quinta golf course is an “Executive Golf Course” with 6 holes. It is the ideal place to spend a morning practicing a few holes and then disconnect while enjoying nature, in the company of family or friends, whether they are fans of this sport or not. In addition, this course is an incredible option to enjoy a quick game at the end of the day coinciding with the sunset.
The golf course is managed from the reception, offering players the possibility of picking up a buggy or walking to hole 1, which is just a few meters away. The course and the building are connected, guaranteeing a smooth experience. Thanks to this proximity, it is possible to repeat the course without interruption for a round of 12 or even 18 holes.
This course combines sport, nature and wellness to offer unique experiences at Real de La Quinta.