Marbella Club Golf Resort

Opened in 1999 and owned by the Marbella Club Hotel, this par 72 of 6,121 m climbs the Guadalmina valley about 20 minutes inland from the Golden Mile, with mountain views, generous fairways and a quiet, uncrowded feel because tee times are limited. Hotel guests get priority and unlimited-golf packages; outside visitors can book with a handicap certificate, typically for around 105 euros, with tee times in the 9:00 to 13:00 window. There is also an equestrian center on the estate.