On the southern coast of Spain, Sotogrande has become one of Europe’s most prestigious lifestyle and sporting destinations. With its marina, polo fields and Mediterranean views, the community offers an unmatched blend of sophistication and leisure. But at its core, Sotogrande is synonymous with world-class golf.
Leading the way is La Reserva Club de Sotogrande, ranked among the top courses in Spain. Designed by renowned architect Cabell B. Robinson, the course combines vast fairways, dramatic water features, and sweeping views of the Mediterranean Sea. Beyond golf, La Reserva Club has evolved into a full lifestyle destination offering a racquet and leisure center, exclusive gastronomic experiences, and The Beach – a unique private sand beach club with a lagoon offering water sports.
Sotogrande is also home to some of Europe’s most decorated golf courses. Just minutes away is Real Club Valderrama, host of the 1997 Ryder Cup and widely considered one of the world’s best courses. Real Club de Golf Sotogrande, the first European design by Robert Trent Jones Sr. and recent DP World Tour host venue, is positioned by the coastline and known for its timeless layout.
Building on its esteemed history, a bold new chapter has arrived with The Alto Club, a complete transformation of the former Almenara course with a new golf academy at its center – the first of its kind on the Costa del Sol – built to welcome beginners to seasoned professionals.
Two-time major winner and Solheim Cup legend, Suzann Pettersen, has joined as the Academy’s Global Ambassador, shaping its philosophy of openness and world-class insight into coaching and player development. Here, cutting-edge tools including Toptracer technology, swing analysis studios, and floodlit ranges blend in with a par-3 course designed by Manuel Piñero, and a relaxed community-based café and bar.
Sotogrande is more than a collection of courses. It is a community shaped by heritage and offers the chance to play in the footprints of legends, while soaking in the Mediterranean lifestyle at one of Europe’s most celebrated destinations.