Miraflores Golf

Raised greens and water hazards give Miraflores Golf Club much of its character, asking for a considered approach even though the par 71 measures a manageable 5,631 yards from the men’s tees and 4,899 yards from the ladies’ tees. Falco Nardi’s layout uses the rolling Calahonda landscape well, with wide fairways providing room from the tee before the short game comes into play around the putting surfaces. The ground appears hillier than it plays, as the routing follows the valley contours, and several elevated tees open out towards the Costa del Sol coast and the mountains beyond. It is a course that can test established players without making the round discouraging for those with higher handicaps.

Warm up beside the second hole at Miraflores Sports Village, where the public 12 bay Toptracer range is useful for a few measured shots before heading out. English and Spanish speaking professionals offer lessons covering the full swing, putting, chipping and on course play, while practice clubs and rental sets are available without charge. There is straightforward parking on site, plus a golf shop, personal training facilities and sports massage for anyone wanting to spend more time working on their game.

After the round, Spikes Bar has an open air terrace and a relaxed bar menu, with sea views across the course. Bobby Jones Restaurant provides the indoor alternative, with the club’s honours boards and trophies adding a fitting golfing backdrop to lunch or dinner. Both operate through the year, and the regular social events give the clubhouse a lived in feel beyond the day’s golf. Miraflores sits between Fuengirola and Marbella, close to La Cala de Mijas, making it easy to pair a round with time on the coast.