Costa Del Sol

Marbella Golf and Country Club

Gently undulating fairways meander between olive groves to produce a testing golf course. Large bunkers protect the greens and several water hazards come into play, the rough can also be difficult. The Marbella golf course starts off fairly hilly and then starts to level out into more open flat terrain. Adjacent to its new neighbour Santa Clara, golf club Marbella is a typical Robert Trent Jones design, with its sweeping fairways, abundant bunkers and large undulating greens, the first few holes require accurate and brave tee shots to get across the ravines and gulley’s. Although the next holes are somewhat easier on the nerves, players should beware the fearsome 11th, a sharp dogleg right with hills, valleys and seagulls who occasionally steal your balls. From the raised tees at the 12th you can get a magnificent view of the sea.