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DESTINATION GOLF SPAIN 2026
Thomas Himmel. It features superb bunkering, over 1,000 olive trees and a beautifully crafted layout that blends challenge with natural beauty. Located in the“ Valley of a Thousand Windmills,” Son Gual offers a premium golfing experience.
Opened in 1977, Golf Santa Ponsa I is one of Mallorca’ s most established championship courses. This par-72 layout stretches 6,543 metres and features one of Europe’ s longest par-5 holes at the 10th. Wide fairways, lakes and mature Mediterranean trees create an enjoyable challenge for all levels of golfer. Renowned for hosting major national and international tournaments, including six European Tour events, Santa Ponsa I has welcomed champions such as Seve Ballesteros and Miguel Ángel Jiménez.
Real Golf Benidat
Designed by Martin Hawtree, Real Golf Bendinat originally opened as a 9-hole course in 1986, with a second nine added in 1996. Located near Palma in Calvià, the course winds through a scenic valley with elevated tees, tree-lined fairways, steep slopes and challenging greens. Its varied terrain creates a strategic test where golfers use every club in the bag. Spectacular views over the Bay of Palma, combined with rich flora and wildlife, make Bendinat as visually rewarding as it is enjoyable to play.
Son Servera Golf Club, Mallorca’ s second oldest course, opened in 1967 and was designed by John Harris. This par-72 parkland layout features generous yet tree-lined fairways, demanding accuracy off the tee, with water in play on six holes. The standout“ Pine Trap” stretch from holes 3 to 7 offers a memorable test through Mallorcan pines, while fast, undulating greens reward strong putting. Stunning sea views and a newly renovated clubhouse complete the experience at this classic Mallorca course.
Set in one of Mallorca’ s most peaceful locations, Pula Golf Resort combines championship golf with historic charm. Founded in 1995 and redesigned by José María Olazabal, this par-72 course stretches 6,246 metres with water hazard features. The resort also offers excellent practice facilities, a golf academy and club fitting centre. With onsite suites, a restaurant and outdoor pool beside the 16th-century manor house, Pula delivers a complete stay-and-play experience.
Golf Santa Ponsa
Arabella Golf Mallorca brings together three exceptional courses, each offering a distinct playing experience. Arabella Son Vida, Mallorca’ s oldest and most prestigious course, combines rich heritage, mature Mediterranean scenery and a classic layout set among some of the island’ s most exclusive homes. Arabella Son Quint offers a more modern and forgiving design, with undulating terrain, fast greens and strategic challenges. Completing the trio, Arabella Son Muntaner is a championship-standard course known for its immaculate conditioning, native vegetation and exclusive atmosphere.
Arabella Golf Mallorca
Son Gual
Opened in 2007, Son Gual was created to deliver a worldclass golf experience and has become one of Mallorca’ s finest courses. Set on the historic Finca Son Gual near Sant Jordi, the course was designed by former German amateur champion
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