--- title: "Benahavís golf: exceptional courses, landscapes and food" description: Play golf in Benahavís and indulge in its near-perfect weather, stunning natural surroundings and a whole lot of fun. image: https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/hubfs/CDS-%20blogpost%2084%20a.jpg --- [DE | ](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/de) [FR | ](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/fr) [EN | ](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en) [ES | ](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/es) Blog:  [> Back to visitcostadelsol.com | ](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/) [![fondo_logo.png](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/hs-fs/hubfs/blog-files/fondo_logo.png?width=567&height=125&name=fondo_logo.png "fondo_logo.png")](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/es) - [Activities](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/topic/adventure-activities) - [Culture](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/topic/culture) - [Holidays](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/topic/holidays) - [Gastronomy](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/topic/gastronomy) - [Experiences](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/topic/experiences) - [Golf](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/topic/golf) - [Professional](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/topic/professional) # Benahavís golf: exceptional courses, landscapes and food ![](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/hubfs/CDS-%20blogpost%2084%20a.jpg)  Tags: [Golf](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/topic/golf) Nestled in the mountains, between Estepona and Marbella, the charming, **Andalusian-style** town of [Benahavís](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/destinations/white-inland-villages/benahavis-p9381?_ga=2.78266132.103114671.1594816490-1879306895.1585248461) boasts a sea of beautiful white houses and quaint alleyways. Adding to its allure, it maintains a distinctly Arabic influence, only has 3,000 inhabitants and is one of the most popular spots to play golf in Costa del Sol—the latter is thanks to its **great variety of prestigious courses**.  Along with golf, Benahavís **offers travellers a bevvy of activities to enjoy**, from **exploring natural areas** and relaxing on beautiful beaches to dining at a **wide range of top-notch restaurants**. (Fun fact: there are so many great restaurants in Benahavís that it has been nicknamed **“the dining room of Costa del Sol.”**) Looking for a great golf getaway in a fun destination? Read below to find out more about the golf courses in Benahavís. ## **CLUB DE CAMPO LA ZAGALETA** Opened in 1994, [Club de Campo La Zagaleta](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/explore/the-costa-del-golf/club-de-campo-la-zagaleta-p82311?_ga=2.78266132.103114671.1594816490-1879306895.1585248461) sits in the residential complex it is named after. Spread across **18 holes**, there are splendid natural views, an equestrian club, two clubhouses, different restaurants, outdoor pools, tennis courts and more for residents, members and guests. **![La Zagaleta Golf & Country Club Benahavís Spain](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CDS-%20blogpost%2084%20b.jpg?width=730&name=CDS-%20blogpost%2084%20b.jpg)** Source: Club de Campo La Zagaleta   ## **COUNTRY CLUB LA ZAGALETA - (LOS BARRANCOS)** [Country Club La Zagaleta (Los Barrancos)](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/explore/the-costa-del-golf/country-club-la-zagaleta-los-barrancos-p82291?_ga=2.78266132.103114671.1594816490-1879306895.1585248461) is another golf course in La Zagaleta—and like the first, it’s completely private and invitation- or members-only. Opened in 2007, it has **18 holes**, a wide range of tees in varying levels of difficulty and plenty of facilities for residents, members and guests, including: an equestrian club, two clubhouses, multiple restaurants and outdoor pools, tennis courts and more. **![La Zagaleta Golf & Country Club Benahavís Spain](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CDS-%20blogpost%2084%20c.jpg?width=730&name=CDS-%20blogpost%2084%20c.jpg)** Source: Club de Campo La Zagaleta    ## **EL HIGUERAL CLUB DE GOLF** [El Higueral Club de Golf](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/explore/the-costa-del-golf/el-higueral-club-de-golf-p81891?_ga=2.78266132.103114671.1594816490-1879306895.1585248461) has an **18-hole course** with **stunning views of the Mediterranean Sea and the mountains of Benahavís**. This modern, fun golf club also has a golf shop, a cafeteria, private parking and an unbelievable maintenance staff that keeps the club in pristine condition. ![El Higueral Benahavís Golf Club](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CDS-%20blogpost%2084%20d.jpg?width=730&name=CDS-%20blogpost%2084%20d.jpg)   ## **LOS ARQUEROS GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB** Sitting at the foot of Ronda’s mountains, [Los Arqueros Golf & Country Club](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/explore/the-costa-del-golf/los-arqueros-golf-country-club-p10911?_ga=2.78266132.103114671.1594816490-1879306895.1585248461) offers the best of three views: the mountains, the African coast and **a panoramic view of the Mediterranean Sea**. Designed in 1991 by none other than **Severiano Ballesteros**, this club has an **18-hole** golf course, a bar and restaurant, a shop, a gym, a sauna, squash courts, tennis and paddle tennis facilities, a driving range and putting and chipping greens. ![Los Arqueros Golf & Country Club, Golf Benahavís](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CDS-%20blogpost%2084%20e.jpg?width=730&name=CDS-%20blogpost%2084%20e.jpg) Source: Los Arqueros Golf & Country Club   ## **MARBELLA CLUB GOLF RESORT** The grounds of the idyllic [Marbella Club Golf Resort](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/explore/the-costa-del-golf/marbella-club-golf-resort-p82371?_ga=2.78266132.103114671.1594816490-1879306895.1585248461) wind their way through pine trees, cork oaks, gall oaks and other native trees and shrubs. It’s home to a very **technical 18-hole course** with **impressive views of the Mediterranean Sea**, the African coastline and the mountains of Spain. There are **two luxury hotels onsite**—[Marbella Club Hotel](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/accommodation/hotels/marbella-club-hotel-p12811?_ga=2.36248352.103114671.1594816490-1879306895.1585248461) and [Puente Romano](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/accommodation/hotels/puente-romano-beach-resort-marbella-p10711?_ga=2.36248352.103114671.1594816490-1879306895.1585248461)—as well as a clubhouse with a restaurant, a golf shop, a golf academy, a driving range and an equestrian centre. ![Marbella Club Golf Benahavís](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CDS-%20blogpost%2084%20f.jpg?width=730&name=CDS-%20blogpost%2084%20f.jpg) Source: Marbella Club Golf Resort   What do you think of our favourite golf courses in Benahavís? The quality of each is inarguably top-notch, and in addition, [there are plenty of nearby hotels](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/accommodation?_ga=2.73037843.103114671.1594816490-1879306895.1585248461) **with all the comforts visiting golfers** need. If you are passionate about golf, Benahavís will surprise you! It has the [second-highest concentration of golf courses](http://www.andaluciagolf.com/en/news/features) in all of Costa del Sol ([the highest is in Marbella](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/most-famous-golf-courses-marbella)) and it’s a beautiful, tranquil destination we know you will love. ![Your guide through the most impressive golf courses in Benahavís](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%2384_csol-infografia_GolfBenahav%C3%ADs_EN2x.jpg?width=1461&name=%2384_csol-infografia_GolfBenahav%C3%ADs_EN2x.jpg) [![New call-to-action](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/1995901/58a6bc04-e71a-4413-a355-8289e31c8e41.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/1995901/58a6bc04-e71a-4413-a355-8289e31c8e41)   30 July 2020 [![Share on Facebook](https://static.hubspot.com/final/img/common/icons/social/facebook-24x24.png)](http://www.facebook.com/share.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fblog.visitacostadelsol.com%2Fen%2Fgolf-benahavis%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Dfacebook) [![Share on Twitter](https://static.hubspot.com/final/img/common/icons/social/twitter-24x24.png)](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fblog.visitacostadelsol.com%2Fen%2Fgolf-benahavis%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Dtwitter&url=https%3A%2F%2Fblog.visitacostadelsol.com%2Fen%2Fgolf-benahavis%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Dtwitter&source=tweetbutton&text=Benahav%C3%ADs%20golf%3A%20exceptional%20courses%2C%20landscapes%20and%20food) [![Share on Email](https://static.hubspot.com/final/img/common/icons/social/email-24x24.png)](mailto:?subject=Échale%20un%20vistazo%20a%20%20https%3A%2F%2Fblog.visitacostadelsol.com%2Fen%2Fgolf-benahavis%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Demail%20&body=Échale%20un%20vistazo%20a%20https%3A%2F%2Fblog.visitacostadelsol.com%2Fen%2Fgolf-benahavis%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Demail) ## Search in our blog This is a search field with an auto-suggest feature attached. - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. ## All about the Costa del Sol in your inbox Submit your email address and receive exclusive information and great offers about the Costa del Sol. ### Categories - [golf](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/topic/golf) [![New call-to-action](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/1995901/f1cbe1d8-bf93-4052-bc5d-1c709a053faf.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/1995901/f1cbe1d8-bf93-4052-bc5d-1c709a053faf) ## Related posts - [Español](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/es/golf-benahavis) - Inglés - [Alemán](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/de/golf-benahavis) - [Francés](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/fr/golf-benahavis) - [Noruego Blog](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/nor) - [Sueco Blog](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/se) - [Danés Blog](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/dk) - [Finlandés Blog](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/fin) - [Ruso Blog](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/ru) - [Chino Blog](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/ch) ![costa_del_sol_logo_color](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/hubfs/costa_del_sol_logo_color.png "costa_del_sol_logo_color") ### Síguenos en redes sociales [![](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/hubfs/Blog/logos-01.png)](https://www.facebook.com/visitacostadelsol) [![](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/hubfs/Blog/logos-02.png)](https://www.instagram.com/visitacostadelsol/) [![](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/hubfs/Blog/logos-03.png)](https://twitter.com/vivecostadelsol) [![](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/hubfs/Blog/logos-04.png)](https://www.youtube.com/user/visitacostadelsol) [![](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/hubfs/Blog/logos-05.png)](https://es.pinterest.com/vivecostadelsol/) [![](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/hubfs/Blog/logos-06.png)](https://plus.google.com/+visitacostadelsol) ![Rectángulo 21](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/hubfs/Rect%C3%A1ngulo%2021.jpg "Rectángulo 21") © Turismo y Planificación Costa del Sol S.L.U. 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