Los Naranjos Golf Club

Los Naranjos Golf Club sits in the heart of the Costa del Sol, around 40 minutes from Málaga airport, and it's rightly regarded as one of Spain's standout parkland tests. Designed by Robert Trent Jones Senior, it's a course that rewards sensible positioning and a bit of patience rather than simply hitting driver everywhere.

The front nine is the more forgiving of the two halves, with wider corridors that let you find a rhythm early on. It's still no pushover, but you'll generally have a clearer look at your targets and more room to shape shots. Turn for home and the challenge ramps up. The back nine is tighter and more tree-lined, routed through orange plantations, olive groves and pines, where accuracy off the tee starts to matter a lot more. Miss the fairway and you'll often be pitching out rather than attacking.

Off the course, the setting is pure Costa del Sol, all greenery, sunshine and calm views across the property and surrounding countryside. It's an easy pick for groups who want a high-quality round in Marbella, especially if you like courses that feel different on the way out and on the way back in.

Who is this for?
Golfers booking a Costa del Sol break who want a classic, well-conditioned parkland layout with a proper strategic edge.

Who is it best for?
Mixed-ability groups, with the front nine offering a gentler start and the back nine providing a sterner test for confident ball-strikers.