A quick reminder, lest we forget, that although we have one of Europe's most prestigious courses right on our doorstep, the Murcia region of Spain is blessed with many other fine Golf courses. Here is a quick sampler of some of the best in our area!
Stuart Thomas of Golf Property Club, has added his "star ratings" and some commentary below the tables! Stuart is a keen golfer, and a regular face on all the areas courses. I am sure you might have some comments on his remarks...we would love to hear them!
| Roda Golf, San Javier | La Serena, Los Alcazares | La Torre Golf Resort, Roldan |
|---|---|---|
| 18 Holes | 18 Holes | 18 Holes |
| Designed by Dave Thomas | Designed by Manuel Pinero | Designed by Jack Nicklaus |
| Driving Range | Par 68, 4 sets of tees | |
| Putting Green | For golfers of all levels | |
| Practice Zone | Practice Zone | Many Bunkers |
| Clubhouse and Shop | Bar and Restaurant | Three lakes |
| Tel: +34 968 173093 | Tel: +34 968 5775576 | Tel: +34 968 044879 |
| www.rodagolfcourse.com | www.laserenagolf.es | www.polarisworld.com |
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| El Valle, Banos y Mendigo | Mosa Trajectum, Banos y Mendigo | La Manga Club, Los Belones, Cartagena |
| 18 Holes | 27 (3 x 9) Holes | 54 Holes |
| Designed by Jack Nicklaus | Designed by The Key for Golf | By R. Putman & Dave Thomas |
| Practice Areas | Practice Areas | Extensive Practice Areas |
| Covered Driving Range | - North, South and West Courses | |
| 1 short Academy course | 5 Star Hyatt Int. Hotel | |
| New in the Nicklaus Golf Trail! | Pro Shop,Bar and Restaurant | Superb Pro Shop, Bars and Restaurants |
| Tel: + 34 968 033002 | Tel: + 34 968 607209 | Tel: + 34 968 331234 |
| www.polarisworld.com | www.thekey.es | www.lamangaclub.com |
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| Hacienda del Alamo,Fuenta Alamo | Las Ramblas, Orihuela Costa, Alicante | Villamartin, Orihuela Costa, Alicante |
| 18 Holes | 18 Holes | 18 Holes |
| Designed by Dave Thomas | Designed by D. Jose Gancedo | Designed by Paul Putman |
| Practice Areas | Practice Areas | |
| Driving Range | Driving Range | |
| Academy Course | ||
| Tel: + 34 902 654400 | Tel: + 34 966 774728 | Tel: + 34 966 765170 |
| www.hdagolf.com/ | www.golframblas.com/ | www.grupoquara.com/ |
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| Campoamor, Campomor, Alicante | La Marquesa, Quesada, Torreveija | Mar Menor Golf Resort, Torre Pacheco |
| 18 Holes | 18 Holes | 9 Holes(soon to be 18 Holes) |
| By Carmelo Gracia Caceilles | Designed by Jack Nicklaus | |
| Practice Facilities | Practice Facilities | |
| Driving Range | Driving Range | |
| Extensive Pro Shop | Pro Shop | Par 72 when extended |
| Hotel and Spa | Bar and Restaurant | Refreshments |
| Tel: + 34 965 320410 | Tel: + 34 966 714 182 | Tel: +34 968 041765 |
| www.lomasdecampoamor.es/ | www.polarisworld.com | |
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| Torre Pacheco, Torre Pacheco | ||
| 9 Holes | ||
| Dave Thomas Design | ||
| Practice Facilities | ||
| Driving Range | ||
| Tel: + 34 968 585111 | ||
| www.golftorrepacheco.com | ||
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5 Star Courses
Roda Golf - Beautifully manicured, great golf course and suitable for all levels of golf, some tough holes.
La Manga Club - 3 great golf courses, wonderfully manicured and with great facilities, quite expensive, but something for everybody.
4 Star Courses
La Serena - Very difficult with lots of water, suitable for low to medium handicap golfers, a tough test a very nice golf course.
Hacienda del Alamo - Quite a trip, about thirty minutes from Roda Golf, nice course, quite long, but very enjoyable, no high handicaps, quite difficult.
Las Ramblas - A real fun course, some great holes, very pretty and suitable for all golfers, very enjoyable course.
Mar Menor - A very nice golf course, some testing holes, only 9 holes at the moment, but very mature and in great shape, suitable for all and very enjoyable.
3 Star Courses
La Torre - Very easy and suitable for all levels, pretty bland, but a good day out.
El Valle - Great setting, great golf course and suitable for most levels of golfer, a lovely golf course.
Mosa Trajectum - Technically difficult, very nice setting, poorly maintained and expensive, not for the high handicap golfer.
Campoamor - Nice facilities, nice golf course, suitable for all standards, but sadly has problems with fairways and greens every year. When in nice nick a nice golf course.
Torre Pacheco - 9 hole golf course, very nice and suitable for all standards, worth a visit.
2 Star Courses
Villamartin - Very tired looking, very busy, and sadly it's poorly maintained, but a nice track with some nice holes, seen better days, but suitable for all.
La Marquesa - An easy golf course, in poor condition but suitable for all, some ok holes.