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Oliva Nova Beach & Golf resort is situated in prime beachfront position and provides the perfect setting for a relaxing golf holiday or family vacation in the spectacular Spanish sunshine.

This fabulous four star resort is full of entertainment for the whole family whether you want to lie by the pool beautiful lagoon style pool, grab a sun lounger on the beach or pamper yourself in the spa then Oliva Nova is the ideal destination.

Moreover, perhaps the hotels biggest attraction is the golf course - the glorious 18 holes are designed by none other than the late great Seve Ballesteros. The course integrates the beauty of its surroundings with some truly brilliant golf holes to make playing here an unmissable opportunity.

Oliva Nova Golf Course

The chance to play a course designed by Seve Ballesteros is an experience you can not let pass by. The 5 time major winning champion revolutionised the game of golf with his incredible short game on the course and his charisma off it. Oliva Nova Golf Course was a design he was particularly proud of and it is very easy to see why. The course is a classic resort layout and boasts no less than 15 holes with a water hazard making the course very aesthetically pleasing.

Despite Seve being one of the best players of all time from some the hardest spots on the course, he has managed to create 18 holes that are interesting and challenging for players of all abilities. The relatively even terrain makes it an easy walk, but great intrigue comes from the distinctive styles of the holes, which run in every direction and have dog-legs of various severity, with each posing a new test. Seňor Ballesteros himself is said to be particularly proud of his legacy at Oliva Nova, and with some justification: the resort has been chosen to host the Spanish National Championships. Aided and abetted by the outstanding climate, the golf course is a true highlight of any golfing escape at the Oliva Nova resort.

Before the round there is the chance to hone your skills at one of the best practice facilities in the country. The range has 25 artificial mats and a grass section that can hold 40 people. For those who want to practice their pitching and putting there is also a short 5 hole, par 3 course ideal for dialling in your wedges. The complex also boasts an excellent golf academy, whose multilingual team of accredited PGA professional use the latest and greatest equipment to help improve the skills of all golfers, from novices through to experts. Once you’ve finished your round, the stylish and luxurious clubhouse awaits. The house is perfectly situated with views of 1st, 8th and 10th tees allowing you to bask in the sunshine with a beer whilst taking in the stunning scenery.

Course Information

Par 72
Designed by Seve Ballesteros
Opened for play 1995

Tees

Black 6,307 metres SSS 73.5
White 6,310 metres SSS 72.1
Yellow 6,037 metres SSS 70.7
Blue 5,411 metres SSS 74.7
Red 5,157 metres SSS 73.4
Green 4,672 metres SSS 69.7

Accommodation at Oliva Nova Beach & Golf Resort

Bordered by mile upon mile of unspoiled beach and sand dunes, the all-encompassing Oliva Nova resort has everything required on the spot to guarantee a fantastically relaxing holiday for both leisure and golf travellers.

Under picture perfect blue skies, the resort is peppered with orange groves and luscious green gardens, making it feel beautifully isolated and private. All 242 elegant suites have been decorated in a simple and tasteful manner, and are furnished with high quality contemporary pieces.

Small details that make such a huge difference are emaphsised at Oliva Nova, where the caring and attentive staff will endeavour to ensure that you reap the maximum possible pleasure during your golf escape.

The resort has a cutting edge Technogym, with all the latest equipment to provide a thorough work-out, while the resident personal trainers will design a bespoke conditioning plan for those really looking to get in shape. The spa and health centre has every possible facility to ensure relaxation and rejuvenation, including an eternity pool, sauna, steam room, Turkish bath, jacuzzi and solarium, while notable treatments are the massages, wraps, hydrotherapy and balneotherapy.

For the avid footballers, the FIFA standard pitch and excellent training facilities at Oliva Nova have attracted many of Spain's finest talents to stay and train, including Ronaldinho, Henry and their Barcelona team-mates. If you are looking for a fun activity off the course then you can always have a go on one of the 7 Padel courts.

Should the endless options on resort not be enough, explore the local seaside towns and villages, where you can find great shops and beach bars, Alternatively, head North to Valencia, where the best shopping is found around the Calle Colón and the market. The focal point of the city is the Ciutat Vella, where the dry river bed has been transformed into a unique network of parks and leisure areas.

Features

  • Indoor Swimming Pool
  • Spa
  • Massage
  • Steam Room
  • Sauna
  • Solarium
  • Beauty Salon
  • Gymnasium
  • Outdoor Swimming Pool
  • Jacuzzi
  • In House Restaurant
  • In House Bar
  • On-Site Parking
  • Championship Standard Course

Oliva Nova Beach & Golf Resort Frequently Asked Questions

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check in time: 14:00 hrs and check out time: 12:00 hrs

Can I take a spa break here as a non-golfer?

Yes you can, Oliva Nova Beach and Golf Resort boasts a fabulous state of the art Spa facility.

When is the best time of year to visit?

July and August are the best months to visit as not only are they the hottest months but there is an average of 11 hours of sunshine per day - giving you more time to play golf!

Do you need a handicap certificate?

No you do not need to produce a handicap certificate