Las Palmeras Golf
Fuengirola
Las Palmeras Golf is a handy and enjoyable option for a Gran Canaria golf holiday, especially for UK golfers staying in or around Las Palmas. Rather than a full championship course, this is an 18-hole par-3 pitch and putt layout, making it ideal for a relaxed round, short-game practice, arrival-day golf or a lighter option between bigger courses on the island. The club describes it as the first urban golf course in the Canary Islands, with holes ranging from 40 to 120 metres across an 80,000 sq m site.
The setting is a big part of its appeal. Las Palmeras sits within Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, close to Las Canteras Beach, with Atlantic Ocean views and a bright, easy-going city-golf feel. The layout has two different nines: the first nine are more British-style and suitable for a wide range of players, while holes 10 to 18 have a more American-style design, with water hazards adding extra challenge. The 15th is the standout hole, featuring an island green.
For golfers travelling from the UK, Las Palmeras works best as part of a wider Gran Canaria golf break rather than the main event. It pairs well with full-length courses such as Real Club de Golf de Las Palmas, Meloneras Golf, Maspalomas Golf and Anfi Tauro, while giving golfers a fun, low-pressure round in the island’s capital. For short-game sharpness, city convenience and year-round Canary Islands sunshine, Las Palmeras Golf is well worth including.
Málaga Airport
27km
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Time Zone:
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Currency:
British Pound
Temperature:
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Cost of a Beer:
£5.00
Cost of a 3-Course Meal:
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About The Area
Alhaurín el Grande is one of the Costa del Sol’s most appealing inland golf bases, offering traditional Andalusian charm while sitting within easy reach of Málaga, Marbella and a dense cluster of quality championship courses. Nestled in the Guadalhorce Valley and framed by the Sierra de Mijas mountains, it provides scenic, elevated golf in a quieter setting away from the busier coastal resorts.
The town’s signature layout is Alhaurin Golf, designed by Seve Ballesteros. This challenging and characterful course is known for its dramatic elevation changes, narrow driving lines and demanding approach shots into well-guarded greens. It’s a layout that rewards accuracy and course management rather than power. Nearby, Lauro Golf offers a contrasting experience with its 27-hole configuration, wider fairways and more forgiving routing through olive groves and gently rolling terrain. Within 30 minutes, La Cala Golf Resort provides three championship courses — Asia, America and Europa — making it ideal for multi-round itineraries.
Golf in this part of the Costa del Sol is typically dry underfoot with reliable greens, benefiting from over 300 days of sunshine per year. Spring (March–June) and autumn (September–November) are particularly comfortable for walking golf, avoiding peak summer heat.
Off the course, Alhaurín el Grande retains strong Spanish character, with whitewashed buildings, lively plazas and traditional tapas bars serving local wines and grilled meats. The coastline at Fuengirola and Marbella is easily accessible for beachside dining, while Málaga’s cultural scene — including the Picasso Museum and historic Alcazaba fortress — adds depth to any trip.
For golfers seeking elevated inland courses, scenic mountain backdrops and authentic Andalusian atmosphere without the bustle of the coast, Alhaurín el Grande offers a well-balanced and characterful Costa del Sol golf escape.
