Back From the Golfbookings Open – And Straight Into Costa del Sol’s Finest Fairways

The Golfbookings Open Week has wrapped, but the energy is still with us. The laughter, the competition, the stories shared after every round — they don’t fade quickly. And while we’re back home now, our minds are very much still on the Costa del Sol, replaying the moments that made this year’s event so special. Here’s a closer look at the five courses that shaped the week and kept the spirit alive from the first tee shot to the final putt.

Back From the Golfbookings Open – But Still Out There in Our Minds

There’s something about the Golfbookings Open Week that stays with you long after the bags are unpacked. Maybe it’s the people, maybe it’s the beautiful chaos of competition, or maybe it’s the feeling of being part of a group that genuinely enjoys playing together. Whatever it is, this year’s edition delivered exactly what makes the event such a highlight: outstanding golf, great company, and memories that will carry us straight into planning the next trip.

And since the Costa del Sol was our playground, it’s only right to revisit the five spectacular courses that defined the experience.

Finca Cortesin – Simply Exceptional

Finca Cortesin is one of those rare places where everything just works. The layout, the conditioning, the flow from hole to hole - it all blends into an experience that feels refined without ever becoming pretentious. Strategy matters here. Patience matters. Every green asks a question, and every tee shot invites you to decide how bold you want to be. It’s a course that stays with you, not because of one signature hole, but because of how complete the whole experience is.

La Zagaleta – Exclusive, Quiet, and Unforgettable

La Zagaleta remains one of the most prestigious estates in Europe, and that exclusivity is exactly what gives it its unique appeal. The Old Course is strictly members-only, but the New Course opens limited playing opportunities for guests - and we were lucky enough to enjoy it. The routing moves beautifully through natural, elevated terrain, offering stunning views and a sense of calm that’s increasingly rare in modern golf. Every round here feels special, and this year was no exception.

Los Naranjos – Championship Golf With a Welcoming Spirit

Los Naranjos delivered exactly what we love it for: bold design, generous fairways, and greens that keep you honest. Robert Trent Jones Sr. knew how to create strategy without sacrificing enjoyment, and you feel that on every hole. It’s a place where low handicappers can chase numbers while relaxed players still enjoy a great day out. During the Golfbookings Open Week, this course once again proved why it’s such a favorite - it’s competitive, it’s lively, and it has that unmistakable Costa del Sol vibe.

La Hacienda Links – Modern, Dynamic, and Full of Personality

La Hacienda’s Links course continues to evolve into one of the region’s most distinctive layouts. It’s modern, confident, and never shy about presenting bold visuals or demanding shot-making. This is a course that keeps you thinking - not because it’s punishing, but because it constantly tempts you into taking on just a little more. You remember holes here. You remember decisions. And by the end, you remember why you love courses that challenge you in new ways.

El Paraiso – A Classic You Always Look Forward To

El Paraiso is everything a classic design should be: fair, enjoyable, beautifully paced, and full of character. Gary Player’s influence is all over it - from the subtle strategic touches to the way the holes encourage good rhythm. It’s the kind of course that works perfectly for groups, and during the Golfbookings Open Week it once again reminded us why it remains one of the most reliably fun rounds on the Costa del Sol.

Why Book With Golfbookings?

Because great golf trips don’t need to be complicated. At Golfbookings, we take care of the details - tee times, logistics, accommodation, group planning, course access - so you can focus entirely on the part that matters: playing great golf with great people.

Our relationships with the top courses and resorts, combined with years of experience organizing group events, mean you always get a smooth, well-put-together trip tailored to the way you like to play.

Ready for Your Next Trip?

If the Golfbookings Open Week reminded us of anything, it’s this: time spent on the fairways with good people is time well spent. And when you’re ready for the next round, the next getaway, or the next big event - we’re here to plan it with you.

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