Best resorts and golf courses near Cadiz Spain

This week’s blog is a guide to seven of our best packages in the Costa de la Luz Cadiz. The Costa de la Luz Cadiz is known for its stunning cities, authentic culture, and great food, making it an unbeatable option for your next golfing getaway with the best highlights thrown in from a city break. The cities here are full to the brim with 16th-century cathedrals and old cobbled streets that all golfers can spend their afternoons meandering around, to then finish off with a late lunch at one of the many tapas bars. Aside from its history, architecture and culture, the Costa de la Luz Cadiz is also a great choice for your next golf holiday in Spain with its fantastic selection of golf hotels and resorts, as well as an abundance of fantastic golf courses. The Costa de la Luz Cadiz is a strong competitor to all the other main golfing areas in Andalusia, and it is known well for its beautiful beaches and world-class golf courses.

Top 7 best golf courses and resorts near Cadiz

Fairplay Golf and Spa Resort

First up is the Fairplay Golf and Spa Resort, a five-star resort home to the Fairplay Golf Club, making it the ideal choice for a luxury golf holiday in the Costa de la Luz Cadiz. Here, guests can enjoy beautiful views of the surrounding Andalusian countryside and the Los Alcornocales Nature Reserve. The resort itself is set as a classic white-washed Andalusian town, as the rooms are set apart by cobbled pathways and small squares. In the evenings or on their non-golfing days, guests can head out to Benalup-Casas Viejas, with a wide range of bars, cafes and restaurants set across this beautiful town. Or alternatively, if guests are looking to stay local, then they can just make the most out of the resort’s excellent leisure facilities, including the Fairplay SPA, offering a range of treatments and massages. Located on-site to the Fairplay Golf and Spa Resort is the Fairplay Golf Club, a fantastic golf course designed by the world-renowned golf architect Baron Paul Rolin. The Fairplay Golf Club is easily considered to be one of the most sought-after golf courses in the Costa de la Luz Cadiz, so the opportunity for a round of golf here must not be passed up on. Conveniently for even amateur golfers, the Fairplay Golf Club is playable for golfers with all levels of ability with its spacious fairways and generously large greens. Just like the resort itself, on the golf course, all players can enjoy beautiful views of the surrounding countryside so they can enjoy an idyllic round of golf. With one in every eight going free, a package deal here is an unbeatable choice.

Iberostar Royal Andalus

The perfect option for all those golfers looking for a golf package holiday in the Costa de la Luz Cadiz which is filled with great golf, a fantastic hotel and stunning beaches is the four-star Iberostar Royal Andalus. Here, guests are in the ideal position to make the most out of the beaches that Andalusia is known so well for, as well as being just a stone’s throw away from both the A Course and the B Course located at the Real Novo Sancti Petri Golf Club. Golfers could not be in a better location to play all five of the golf courses located in the Novo Sancti Petri region, as they are all located within a ten-minute drive of the hotel. Even on their non-golfing days, guests will never find themselves short of things to do or see, as the hotel is just a short walk away from the neighbouring La Barossa beach and the hotel runs a shuttle bus service to Chiclana, a classic small Andalusian seaside town. Alternatively, if golfers decide to not venture outside of the hotel, then they can just walk a minute to the La Barossa beach to catch a tan, or they can lounge around one of the two outdoor swimming pools. Guests also need not worry about there not being a huge range of options to dine out surrounding the hotel as the Iberostar Royal Andalus has an impressive four restaurants and three bars, so guests will never find themselves short of choice. The hotel also offers a fantastic half board or all-inclusive option which always mean great value for money.

Barcelo Montecastillo Hotel

Yet another great option for your next luxury golf holiday to the Costa de la Luz Cadiz is the Barcelo Montecastillo Hotel. This five-star hotel is positioned just next door to the Montecastillo Golf, one of the most prestigious golf courses in the Costa de la Luz Cadiz region. The Montecastillo Golf holds a high reputation in Spain as it was the first-ever golf course designed in a classic Spanish layout. Since its opening, the Montecastillo Golf has set the standards for all the future creation of golf courses in Andalusia, and many would say it is wholly responsible for the huge growth of golf here. With a stunning landscape, a unique challenge and its world-class status, it comes as no surprise that Jack Nicklaus has claimed that this golf course is one of his best pieces of work. At the Barcelo Montecastillo Hotel, guests are in the perfect position to enjoy a round of golf at the Montecastillo Golf, as well as explore the neighbouring town of Jerez, which is known for its historic quarter, home to a range of tapas bars serving authentic Spanish cuisine. Not only is the hotel a great choice for all those looking to play the highly sought-after Montecastillo Golf, it is also perfect for couples looking for an idyllic golfing getaway as the hotel has an intimate boutique-style feel to it as it does not have many guest rooms and it is set away from all the hustle and bustle of the busy resorts. There are plenty of opportunities to unwind and relax, whether it be at the in one of the hotel’s garden areas, in the spa, or at the hotel bar enjoying a well-deserved drink.

Elba Costa Ballena Beach and Thalasso Resort

For an unforgettable golf escape filled with sun, sea and golf, then the Elba Costa Ballena Beach and Thalasso Resort is the hotel for you. The resort is set just a stone’s throw away from a long stretch of sandy beach, so guests are never far from an opportunity to catch some rays. Furthermore, the resort has a fantastic golf course on site, the Costa Ballena Ocean Golf Club. For a classic Spanish layout with a unique twist, then the Costa Ballena Ocean Golf Club is the perfect golf course for you. The golf course comprises of twenty-seven holes overlooking the neighbouring beach, so all players can enjoy stunning coastal views throughout. The Costa Ballena Ocean Golf Club is relatively flat and is generally considered to be easily walkable, so it is the perfect golf course for amateurs to fine-tune their game, but by no means is this golf course boring. Aside from a fantastic golf course on-site, the Elba Costa Ballena Beach and Thalasso Resort is also a great accommodation option for your next golf break in the Costa de la Luz Cadiz due to its impeccable service, spacious guest rooms and range of leisure facilities. Furthermore, a regular feature of a package deal with the Elba Costa Bellena Beach and Thalasso Resort is a semi-all-inclusive boarding option. The resort is home to a restaurant located in the centre of the resort and down at the beach, as well as a few bars, so this boarding option offers great value for money.

Hacienda Montenmedio

The Hacienda Montenmedio is yet another fantastic golf resort located on the Costa de la Luz Cadiz. Set in the heart of the rolling hills in the countryside, guests here can enjoy an idyllic golfing getaway and beautiful views throughout the hotel. The Hacienda Montenmedia is the perfect option for all those looking to escape all the hustle and bustle of a busy holiday to set back in a secluded yet natural location to enjoy some truly fantastic golf. Guests can enjoy the best of both worlds here as they are not totally secluded; just a ten-minute drive away from the hotel lies Vejer de la Frontera, a classic whitewashed town with many options for a meal out or an evening stroll. Alternatively, if guests are more interested in catching some rays, then a fantastic beach is just fifteen minutes away from the hotel. The Hacienda Montenmedio is home to an excellent range of facilities so that guests will never find themselves short of things to do, even when they are taking a break from challenging the greens at the Montenmedia Golf and Country Club. This par-72 golf course is kept in immaculate condition throughout the year, so it is playable all year. Furthermore, with a wide range of tee-off options, all golfers are accommodated for, regardless of their skillset or handicap. Aside from the golf course located on-site, the hotel has a great range of facilities including an outdoor swimming pool, surrounding garden areas and the MNAC Contemporary Art Museum is also located just next door.

Hotel Sevilla Green Suites

Set slightly away from the centre of Seville is the new four-star Hotel Sevilla Green Suites. Seville is without a doubt one of the best cities located in southern Spain, home to beautiful architecture, culture and history. Guests here could spend days meandering around the cobbled streets to explore the best tapas bars and cafes. With the centre of the city just twenty minutes away by car, the Hotel Sevilla Green Suites offers the perfect medley of golf, sun, and culture. The Hotel Sevilla Green Suites does not just have a great location to explore the captivating city of Seville, but it is also perfectly positioned for golfers to play the world-class Real Club Sevilla Golf. This fantastic golf course is located literally across the road from the hotel, and it is known amongst all golfers that frequent in the Costa de la Luz Cadiz as one of the region’s showpieces for golf. Players must not be too distracted by the stunning views across the Guadaira River as they must anticipate a stern test of golf here. For an unforgettable round of golf on your next golf break in the Costa de la Luz Cadiz, the Real Club Sevilla Golf is an unmissable golf course.

Iberostar Selection Andalucía Playa

Last but not least is the Iberostar Selection Andalucía Playa, yet another fantastic accommodation option for an unforgettable golf escape in the Costa de la Luz Cadiz filled with sun, sea and golf. This hotel is five-star in every aspect, and it was recently renovated in 2018, so guests are guaranteed a truly luxurious stay. The guest rooms here are especially spacious, even for a five-star resort. They all offer stunning views of the neighbouring golf course or hotel gardens, and with all of the modern essentials included, guests are sure to have a fantastic stay. Furthermore, even on their non-golfing days or whether the guest is a non-golfer, there is still plenty for them to do. Furthermore, the hotel has three fantastic restaurants on site, so their half-board accommodation option offers great value for money. Located just a five-minute drive away from the Iberostar Selection Andalucía Playa are the 36 holes located at the Novo Santi Petri Golf Club, so guests are never far away from an unforgettable round of golf. The A Course at the Real Novo Sancti Petri Golf Club offers an invigorating round as it forces all players to utilise each and every club in their arsenal. The neighbouring B Course is just as challenging; however, the terrain here is generally flatter. Both golf courses were designed by the world-renowned golf architect Seve Ballesteros, so a fantastic round of golf is guaranteed.

We hope that you have enjoyed this week’s blog on seven of our best packages for a great golf holiday on the Costa de la Luz Cadiz. With plenty of short-haul budget flights available and regular deals on offer, a package deal here is too good to pass up on. To catch up on the latest deals and the best offers, give us a call on 01342 811777, and we will do our best to help you have an unforgettable golf escape.

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Matt Standley

Role: Marketing Executive - Handicap: 15 - Home course: Royal Ashdown Forest Golf Club - Favourite courses: Palmares, Aphrodite Hills, Quinta do Lago North, Monte Rei & La Manga Club South