Sotogrande, renowned for its picturesque Andalusian coastline and prestigious facilities, has further solidified its status as Europe’s premier golf destination with the most recent Golf Digest World Top 100 ranking. The only two Spanish courses making the list are within the Sotogrande estate, with Real Club Valderrama securing 29th place, and neighbouring Real Club de Golf Sotogrande making an impressive debut in 74th place.
Just seven golf courses within Continental Europe have made it into the recent Golf Digest World Top 100 rankings, further emphasising the quality of golf courses within Sotogrande, and cementing the SO/ Sotogrande Spa and Golf Resort position as one of the most premium 5-star Golf Hotels in Europe.
Sotogrande has long been the provider of world-class sports facilities, founded in the 1960s as a unique private golf and family destination, offering tennis, polo, yachting and notably, golf. The first 5-star hotel in the Estate, SO/ Sotogrande Spa and Golf Resort allows access to the four championship golf courses: Real Club Valderrama, Real Club de Golf Sotogrande, La Reserva Club, and Almenara Golf.
Widely considered Spain’s No. 1 Golf course, Real Club Valderrama has hosted some of the world’s most prestigious events, including the 1997 Ryder Cup, 16 Volvo Masters events and 2 World Golf Championships. Valderrama recently became the host course for LIV Golf Andalucía. Valderrama’s immaculate fairways and greens, set against the backdrop of the scenic Andalusian landscape, offer an unforgettable experience.
Real Club de Golf Sotogrande is intimately bound to the creation of the estate. Officially opened as the first golf course in Sotogrande in 1964, the venue featured the first Robert Trent Jones design in Europe and is now home to the DP World Tour’s Andalucia Masters.
Not featuring in this ranking, but frequently ranked among the best courses in Spain, is La Reserva Club. Having hosted multiple professional events across the DP World Tour and the Ladies European Tour, La Reserva has been gaining international acclaim over the past decade, recently achieving its highest ranking of 7th in the country by Golf World’s Top 100 rankings,
Rita Jordao, Director of Marketing at Sotogrande SA, commented: “This is an excellent recognition for Sotogrande. It underscores the commitment from all courses in Sotogrande to providing exceptional experiences and maintaining the highest standards across all amenities. We are very proud to have two of the four courses in Sotogrande featured prominently in Golf Digest’s World Top 100 among such esteemed company, and this is also a testament to the excellent work done by the teams at Valderrama and Real Club Sotogrande over the year.”
SO/ Sotogrande Spa and Golf Resort offers exclusive golf packages available in Sotogrande, allowing guests to sample not only La Reserva Club and Almenara Golf course but all four world-class golf courses within the Sotogrande estate. Nestled in the serene Andalusian countryside, the 5-star hotel offers guests an authentic Spanish lifestyle, ideal for family holidays, golf weekends, or spa breaks.
The highlight of Sotogrande’s exclusive packages Is the Sotogrande Golf Tour Classic. Designed for golfers seeking the pinnacle of golfing experiences, this package includes a five-night stay at the luxurious hotel and tee times at Real Club Valderrama, Real Club de Golf Sotogrande, and La Reserva Club. Prices start from 1,744€.
- To find out more about the SO/ Sotogrande Spa and Golf Resort Hotel, head to: https://so-hotels.com/en/sotogrande/
- To find out more about Almenara Golf, head to: https://almenaragolfsotogrande.com/
- To find out more about La Reserva Club, head to: https://www.lareservaclubsotogrande.com/
- To find out more about Sotogrande, the destination, and the lifestyle on offer, head to www.sotogrande.com
About Sotogrande SA
Sotogrande SA, founded in 1962, is the promoter and developer of the “Sotogrande®️, Andalucía” brand.
Located in the province of Cádiz around the Guadiaro River, it occupies an area that covers 20 km2 from the Mediterranean Sea to the foothills of the Sierra Almenara.
This residential and leisure destination has a community of 2,500 permanent international homes and approximately 8,000 in high season. It houses more than 300 companies and one of the best international schools in Spain, Sotogrande International School.
It is also one of the main sports destinations in Europe where you can practice water sports, tennis, polo and of course golf, as it has four championship golf courses.
Easily accessible from major European cities (Gibraltar and Malaga airports) and 30 minutes west of Marbella, it was founded in 1962 by businessman and philanthropist Colonel Joseph McMicking. https://sotogrande.com/the-developer/
The destination has come a long way since the new owners took the reins in 2014. The first step they took as part of the investment project was the repair of the roads, the improvement of the infrastructure and gardens of the complex. The emblematic marina of Sotogrande® came alive with a new program of activities and the opening of new restaurants, cafes and boutiques.
La Reserva Club is the next chapter in the history of the famous Sotogrande®, a residential https://sotogrande.com/gated-communities/ and leisure club https://www.lareservaclubsotogrande.com/ that occupies an area of 600 hectares composed of an 18-hole golf course, one of the best in Spain, two restaurants, tennis courts and padel tennis, a beach club that has a sandy beach, semi-Olympic pool for adults only and lagoon for water sports such as paddle surfing, kayaking or jet boarding, as well as a wellness area and kids club. https://www.lareservaclubsotogrande.com/es/el-club/
Nature and refinement play an important role, as well as its low density with a construction of only 25% of the land – residents benefit from vast green vistas and live surrounded by the natural environment. This private estate is a place where you can live and enjoy special moments with family and friends, offering them what truly matters: security, privacy, a family-friendly atmosphere, and first-class amenities thanks to the great lifestyle and numerous activities available year-round.