Atalaya Golf Old Course
Atalaya Golf Old Course
Opened in 1967, Atalaya Old Course opened for play in 1966.
Although it has undergone a few changes over the years, it prides
itself on being a mature golf course that has been nurtured and
maintained by skilled ground staff over the years. It’s richlycoloured flower beds and atmospheric club house, provides a
different kind of golf experience on the Costa. Extensive practice
facilities include one of the largest driving ranges in Spain that
is run by professional Diego Morito and ex-former Spanish Golf
Champion Carlos Balmaseda. The Ryder Cup bar is the perfect
place to unwind with a drink on the new terrace with views of the
9th and 18th holes
La Siesta Golf
La Siesta is a purpose-built course located at Calahonda and
although it is a private club visiting golfers are always welcome.
Enrique Canales designed the layout which presents the variety
that would lead one to believe one is playing a much longer
course, largely due to the varying distances between tees to
greens. The 7th hole may even require a wood to reach the green.
After a round retire to the clubhouse and enjoy the views of the
sea and the final hole.
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Atalaya Golf New Course
Atalaya New Course offers spectacular views of the Mediterranean
and Gibraltar and is seen as one of the most natural courses on
the coast. Created in 1990 by Paul Krings, the New Course is set
further inland, but has a similar parkland feel about it - with gently
undulating fairways and large, fast greens. It would be fair to say
that, in general, hazards are obvious but still manage to trap the
unwary. Care is needed off the tees and the wild hitter will soon
encounter difficulties. The New Course is rapidly catching up with
the Old in terms of quality and in the summer months there are
great bargains to be had for the holiday golfer.
Alhaurín Golf
Located near the to wn of Alhaurín el Grande, inland past Mijas,
Alhaurín Golf and Equestrian Club was designed by Severiano
Ballesteros and once completed offers one of the most
comprehensive golfing experiences in the region. A thought has
even been spared for juniors who have their own 18 hole course
where adults are not allowed unaccompanied. There is also a par
three course and practice facilities are very good. The course is
up and down and fairways are long and narrow so straight hitting
is a must in order to avoid bunkers, lakes and the colourful array
of flowers which make the rough look almost inviting. Playing
here, however, is less intimidating than it appears and with up
to six teeing areas at each hole Alhaurín is adaptable to various
standards of golfer. Relax and enjoy the challenge and the views.