Host of the iconic 1997 Ryder Cup, and perennially ranked in World Top 100 Course lists, Valderrama golf course is the jewel in the crown of golf in Spain. Located in the Costa del Sol hinterlands, in southern Spain’s beautiful Andalucia region, Real (“Royal”) Club Valderrama is revered as one of the toughest tests in golf.
From the Andalucia Masters and Open de Espana to the Volvo Masters on the DP World Tour, Valderrama is well-versed in exceptionally conditioned and playable golf courses.
Designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr., the Real Club Valderrama golf club opened in 1974 to immediate high acclaim and has led the charge ever since, becoming one of Spain’s best golf courses. Defined by its tight, tree-lined fairways, and immaculate playing surfaces, the golf course in Valderrama demands a strategic approach, shaped shoes, and pure ball-striking.
Whether you solely play this elite course or visit as part of a golf tour, you’re sure to have an exceptional time.
When visiting Valderrama, we recommend taking time to enjoy the clubhouse, filled with artifacts and memorabilia. The 1997 Ryder Cup is the centerpiece, alongside clubs, photographs, and trophies of past winners, which include Spain’s Sergio Garcia on multiple occasions and the legendary character of Miguel Angel Jimenez.
An exclusive club, Valderrama requires each group to have a mandatory forecaddie. Given the stiff challenges of the course, we highly recommend this investment to help you make the most of your round. After golf, enjoy drinks and dinner on the terrace, with beautiful views back out over the course, the perfect setting to soak in the atmosphere of this iconic venue.
Marbella, Spain’s Costa del Sol cultural and nightlife capital, and neighboring Sotogrande have a world-renowned golf scene. Offering a collection of Spain and Europe’s best courses, after golf you can enjoy Marbella’s large stretch of bars, clubs and restaurants, as well as miles of Mediterranean coastline and beaches.
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The major tournaments hosted at Valderrama include the Andalucia Masters and the 1997 Ryder Cup, but the course has hosted numerous other famous tournaments.
You do need an official handicap limit to play at Valderrama, this is set at 24 for gentlemen and 32 for ladies. This ensures the most enjoyable course experience as it informs what kind of challenge you’ll need and the best places to shoot from.
Valderrama itself is an excellent place to play golf, but there are also several great surrounding courses, which include the Finca Cortesín, La Reserva, Real Sotogrande, and San Roque.
You can book a golf trip to Valderrama with Premier Golf, and the team will be happy to offer any advice or recommendations to help make your golf tour to Spain the best it can be.