San Roque Golf is one of Europe’s finest and most exclusive golf resorts, which comprises two 18-hole courses and a luxurious five-star hotel. Both courses offer different challenges and are maintained to the very highest standards. The resort is part of Spain’s ‘Golden Triangle’ of golf courses, along with two other world-class venues, Valderrama and Sotogrande.

Old Course
This championship course, which was opened in 1990, was developed as a result of collaboration between British designer Dave Thomas and Asaha Kanko of Japan. It is regarded as one of the finest in Spain and provides a stern test for golfers of a high standard. The first nine holes wind their way through cork oaks and are notable for the tight fairways which require some accurate drives. There are some fine mountain views from this section of the course. The back nine crosses the sloping hills and features many steep drops, with the final few holes incorporating San Roque’s lakes to set up a beautiful and memorable finish. The golfing US-based golfing magazine has rated this course as the tenth best in Spain. It has also hosted the 2005 Spanish Open tournament.

New Course
This is a fairly recent addition to the Costa del Sol golf scene, having opened in 2004. The course was designed by Perry Dye and Seve Ballesteros. The fairways are wider than on the Old Course, but they still require accurate placement, and the mostly large greens are defended by over a hundred strategically-placed bunkers and several water hazards. One of the most spectacular holes on the course is the 4th (par 3) which is played downhill across a chasm.

There is maximum handicap of 24 for men and 32 for ladies on the Old Course; and 28 for men, 36 for ladies on the New Course. Soft spikes only.

Facilities
The facilities at the Golf Resort are first class. As well as the hotel there is also the Mark Philips equestrian centre and a commercial centre with various boutiques, cafes and banking facilities. Unfortunately, there has been some criticism that the golf club tends to discriminate against visiting players in favour of members.

How to get to San Roque
From the main N340 road take the exit at kilometre 127 and follow the signs for about 1km to the San Roque club.

Essential Information
Holes: 36
Par: 72
Official website: sanroqueclub.com

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