Villa Mariposa · Golf Guide

Golf on the Costa del Sol

Cerros del Águila is situated in the heart of the Costa del Sol's golf country, with outstanding courses ranging from relaxed 9-hole layouts to prestigious coastal championships.

18 Featured Courses
~1 km Closest Course
52 Courses, Malaga to Gibraltar

Golf Packages from Villa Mariposa

Four nights at the villa, breakfast each morning and three memorable rounds, with buggies plus private airport and golf transfers included. Bespoke golf packages are also available.

Bronze Package · From
£850 pp
Four-night Golf Break
Alhaurín Golf, Cabopino Golf and Chaparral Golf. Breakfast, buggies, airport transfers and golf transfers included.
Silver Package · From
£950 pp
Four-night Golf Break
Higuerón Marbella Golf Resort, Rio Real and Santana. Breakfast, buggies, airport transfers and golf transfers included.
Gold Package · From
£1,050 pp
Four-night Golf Break
Golf Torrequebrada, La Cañada and La Hacienda Links. Breakfast, buggies, airport transfers and golf transfers included.

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The Courses

Tee off from your doorstep.

Explore local favourites and destination courses across the Costa del Sol. Whether you're looking for a quick 9-hole warm-up or a full championship round, there's something for every level and every mood.

~1 km · Closest

Cerrado del Águila Golf & Resort

9 Holes · Often played twice for 18

The closest option, featuring a high-quality 9-hole course with wide fairways and coastal views. A great warm-up round before tackling the championship courses nearby.

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~2 km

Mijas Golf Club

36 Holes · Two 18-hole courses

Home to two distinct 18-hole courses — Los Lagos, known for its wide fairways and nine lakes, and Los Olivos, which is tighter and more technical. A must-play for any group.

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~2 km

Chaparral Golf Club

18 Holes · Par 72

An 18-hole parkland forest course set among lush pine trees, offering a challenging layout with sea views. Popular with visitors for its beautiful natural setting.

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~3 km

Santana Golf & Country Club

18 Holes · Par 72

An 18-hole par-72 course built on a former avocado plantation, known for its manageability and beautiful natural setting. Ideal for all abilities.

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~3 km

Calanova Golf Club

18 Holes · Par 72

Known for its hilly terrain and undulating greens. Offers a challenging mountain layout with spectacular coastal views. The golf shop is worth a visit.

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~3 km

La Noria Golf Club

9 Holes · Relaxed & Accessible

A fantastic option for guests looking for a relaxed, accessible round. In the heart of La Cala de Mijas, it offers a unique 9-hole experience for all levels.

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10–15 mins

La Cala Golf Resort

54 Holes · Three Championship Courses

One of Europe's largest resorts, featuring three championship courses (Campo América, Asia, and Europa) and a world-class academy. A full day out in itself.

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10–15 mins

Cabopino Golf Club

18 Holes · Par 71

Located just across the border in Marbella. Famous for its narrow fairways and the dramatic drop on the par-4 3rd hole. A scenic and technically rewarding course.

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10–15 mins

Greenlife Golf Club

9 Holes · Par 27 Executive

Situated in Elviria, this highly regarded executive course is perfect for a quicker round or practising your short game in a beautiful setting.

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15–20 mins

Santa Maria Golf Club

18 Holes

Located in Elviria, this 18-hole course winds through a valley of pine and cork oak trees. Considered one of Marbella's most emblematic clubs.

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~10 km

Alhaurín Golf

18 Holes · Designed by Ballesteros

Designed by Severiano Ballesteros, this 18-hole course offers a challenging experience in a dramatic mountain setting. A bucket-list round for any golf enthusiast.

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~12 km

Golf Torrequebrada

18 Holes · Highly Rated

A highly rated 18-hole course in nearby Benalmádena, known for its beautiful landscaping and technical greens. One of the region's most recommended courses.

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~13 km

Benalmádena Golf

9 Holes · Pitch & Putt

A 9-hole par-27 pitch and putt course in Benalmádena, ideal for beginners, juniors or a quick practice session when you want to keep it relaxed.

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~13 km

Higuerón Marbella Golf Resort

18 Holes · Par 72

Formerly Marbella Golf & Country Club, this Robert Trent Jones Sr. design combines technical, undulating fairways, fast greens and Mediterranean views.

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~15 km

Santa Clara Golf Marbella

18 Holes · Parkland Style

An 18-hole parkland-style course on the edge of Marbella. Excellent condition, friendly atmosphere and a great finish to a multi-course golf week.

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Marbella

Rio Real Golf

18 Holes · Par 72

A celebrated Javier Arana course that follows the Rio Real down towards the Mediterranean, combining mature landscaping, varied holes and memorable sea views.

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Sotogrande

La Cañada Golf Club

18 Holes · Par 71

A highly regarded Sotogrande course with nine holes by Dave Thomas and nine by Robert Trent Jones Sr., known for its welcoming atmosphere and strategic layout.

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Alcaidesa

La Hacienda Links Golf Resort

18 Holes · Coastal Links

A dramatic coastal links course overlooking the Mediterranean, Gibraltar and North Africa, with sea breezes and sweeping views shaping the challenge.

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