Golf Las Américas
Playa de las Américas
Golf Las Américas is one of Tenerife’s most popular golf courses, offering a beautifully maintained round in the heart of Playa de las Américas. Its convenient location makes it an excellent choice for golfers who want to combine year-round sunshine and quality golf with easy access to the beaches, restaurants and nightlife of southern Tenerife.
Designed by John Jacobs Associates and opened in 1998, the 18-hole, par-72 course measures 6,051 metres from the back tees. The layout occupies a gently sloping natural amphitheatre, with the surrounding hills helping to shelter much of the course from Tenerife’s coastal winds. Golfers can also enjoy views towards the Atlantic Ocean and the neighbouring island of La Gomera.
The course is known for its lush appearance, with palm trees, tropical planting, streams, ravines and lakes creating a striking contrast with Tenerife’s volcanic landscape. Its fairways provide a reasonable amount of room from the tee, but water and carefully positioned hazards ensure that good course management remains important. The opening par five immediately presents a risk-and-reward decision, while the fifth requires a confident tee shot across a lake to reach the green.
Golf Las Américas is suitable for a wide range of handicaps, with enough space to remain enjoyable for holiday golfers while still providing experienced players with plenty to think about. Practice facilities and professional coaching are available, while the clubhouse includes comfortable terraces overlooking the course and a restaurant where golfers can relax after their round.
Away from golf, visitors can enjoy the beaches and seafront promenade of Playa de las Américas, explore nearby Los Cristianos or join a whale and dolphin-watching trip from Tenerife’s south coast. Siam Park, waterfront restaurants and the volcanic scenery of Teide National Park also provide excellent options for a day away from the fairways.
Tenerife South Airport
17km
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Time Zone:
GMT+1
Currency:
€ (Euro)
Temperature:
14°C - 30°C
Cost of a Beer:
£4.50
Cost of a 3-Course Meal:
£35
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About The Area
Playa San Juan is an excellent base for a relaxing golf holiday in Tenerife, combining a traditional coastal atmosphere with easy access to some of the island’s finest courses. Located in Guía de Isora on Tenerife’s sunny west coast, the village is around 36 kilometres by road from Tenerife South Airport. It feels calmer and more local than the larger resorts around Costa Adeje and Playa de las Américas, making it ideal for golfers who prefer peaceful evenings beside the sea.
The star attraction for golfers is nearby Abama Golf. Designed by Dave Thomas, this spectacular 18-hole, par-72 championship course climbs across the western slopes of Mount Teide and provides wide views over the Atlantic Ocean towards La Gomera. Its changing elevations, white-sand bunkers and technical holes make it a memorable test for experienced players, while several tee positions help make the course manageable for different handicaps.
Golf Costa Adeje is another superb option, with an 18-hole championship course and the shorter nine-hole Los Lagos layout. The main course was created from a former banana plantation, retaining its traditional terraces and stone walls while introducing broad fairways, strategically placed bunkers and wonderful sea and mountain views. Golf Las Américas can also be included in a longer itinerary, offering an attractive par-72 course set inside a natural amphitheatre.
Away from the golf course, Playa San Juan has a sheltered beach made up of dark sand and volcanic pebbles, alongside a promenade stretching for almost two kilometres. The waterfront is lined with cafés, shops and restaurants where visitors can try fresh fish and traditional Canarian dishes. Boat excursions also leave from the fishing harbour, providing opportunities to explore Tenerife’s western coastline.
Los Gigantes, with cliffs rising as high as 600 metres above the sea, makes an excellent nearby excursion, while Teide National Park offers volcanic scenery, walking routes and unforgettable viewpoints. Tenerife’s mild winters and average annual temperature of around 23°C make Playa San Juan particularly attractive for an autumn, winter or spring golf holiday from the UK.
