The best golf courses in Mallorca
Mallorca is an idyllic place to play golf, although the origin and name of this sport are not without controversy. While some claim that it comes from the Scottish word "goulf" or "glove”, which refers to a wooden tool used to play something like modern golf, others strongly disagree.
For the dissenters, the word "golf" is an acronym that hides the phrase "Gentlemen Only Ladies Forbidden," which translates as "only gentlemen, ladies forbidden" and alludes to ancient male traditions in northern Europe.
Controversies aside, golf is a captivating and attention-grabbing sport. In Mallorca, there is a sector of tourism that revolves around the practice of this sport, finding the island's numerous golf courses to be perfect playing grounds to combine with a vacation.
The Most Beautiful Golf Courses in Mallorca
Among Mallorca's golf courses, some stand out for their unique beauty and modern facilities.
- -Alcanada Golf is one of the most impressive courses on the island. Located in the north of Mallorca, it boasts stunning views of the Mediterranean Sea and Alcudia Bay from 14 of its 18 holes. The course was designed by Robert Trent Jones and opened in 2003.
It is a course with excellent conditions, well-maintained, and suitable for players of all levels. Additionally, this course houses a prestigious golf school for learning or perfecting the game. The visit can be completed with a comfortable restaurant where you can enjoy a variety of Spanish and international dishes.
- -One of the most interesting aspects of Son Gual is how seamlessly it integrates with the Mallorcan environment. It is the most challenging course in Mallorca, designed for competition, and even low-handicap players can face real challenges on its holes.
Son Gual holds a prominent place on the list of the top 100 golf courses in Spain. It always presents a well-kept appearance, with long and wide fairways, curves, and large greens well defended by bunkers.
The game often ends at its Mediterranean-style restaurant, open seasonally.
- -Son Vida is the oldest and most traditional golf course in Mallorca. It was inaugurated in 1964 and has hosted the European Tour twice. Located in the exclusive residential area of Son Vida, between two luxury hotels, the Sheraton Arabella Golf Hotel, and the Castillo Hotel Son Vida.
It is a rather classic golf course that accommodates players of all levels but requires strong concentration. The first part of the course is narrow and surrounded by vegetation, while the second part is more relaxed with less dense plant growth. Near Son Vida, you can also find the golf courses Son Muntaner and Son Quint.
- -Pula Golf is a course located in the east of Mallorca, between Son Servera and Cala Millor. This course offers a great competitive experience, but also a complete experience of Mallorca through a cozy Mediterranean-style hotel, an excellent restaurant, and a fantastic pool for hot days.
