The Best Golf Courses in Mallorca

Mallorca: A Paradise for Golf and Luxury Property Investment

Mallorca has long been far more than a sun-and-sea destination. For a growing number of discerning, internationally minded buyers, the island represents something deeper: a lifestyle where golf, Mediterranean nature and residential exclusivity combine into a proposition unmatched anywhere else in Europe.

With a wide network of golf courses spread across almost every part of the island, Mallorca has established itself as one of the most complete golf destinations in the Mediterranean. It is no coincidence that several of the areas with the best courses are also among the island’s most sought-after residential locations.

Palma and surroundings: Where golf is lived with distinction

Son Vida Golf: The most historic course, the most exclusive neighbourhood

Inaugurated in 1964, Son Vida Golf is the oldest course on the island and one of the most storied in Spain. Originally designed by F. W. Hawtree and redesigned by Kurt Rossknecht in 2001, it hosted the European Tour’s Balearic Open in 1990 and 1994 and offers a tight, undulating layout that demands concentration on every hole.

Beyond the game, Son Vida is synonymous with residential exclusivity. The neighbourhood surrounding it (frequently compared to the Beverly Hills of Mallorca) is home to some of the most spectacular villas on the island, with infinity pools, panoramic views over the Bay of Palma and gated communities with concierge services. For those seeking a prime property in the capital, Son Vida is the natural starting point.

Golf Son Muntaner: European standards at the heart of the island

Part of the exclusive Arabella Golf complex, Son Muntaner is one of the most technically demanding courses in Mallorca and has hosted world-class events including the Mallorca Golf Open 2022 and the Mallorca Ladies Golf Open 2023. With immaculate greens and the distinction of belonging to the European Tour Destinations network, this is a course for golfers who pursue perfection with every swing. In 2025 it was voted Spain’s Best Golf Course at the World Golf Awards, and a centuries-old olive tree is preserved between its fairways.

The residential surroundings offer high-end properties with direct views over the greens, while the proximity to Palma ensures immediate access to all the amenities of the capital.

Golf Son Quint: The newest course, the most breathtaking view

The most recently built course within the Arabella complex delivers an unforgettable moment at the 8th hole: positioned at the highest point of the layout, players tee off with the Cathedral of Palma directly in their line of sight, one of the most memorable views in European golf. Traditional dry-stone walls are very much in play, lending the course a distinctly Mallorcan character.

Situated on the northern boundary of Son Vida, the course is a key reference point for buyers seeking high-end properties that combine privacy, views and seamless connectivity with the city.

Son Gual Golf: The connoisseurs’ choice

Just 12 kilometres from Palma on the road towards Manacor, Son Gual consistently ranks among the finest courses in Spain. Designed by Thomas Himmel across 156 hectares of Mallorcan countryside, it combines generous fairways with intelligently positioned hazards that reward strategic thinking on every shot.

The surrounding Mallorcan estate, with views to the sierra and an atmosphere of absolute tranquillity, provides the ideal setting for rustic luxury properties: restored farmhouses, country houses with land and lifestyle projects rooted in nature.

T Golf & Country Club: A classic reinvented in Calvià

Comprehensively renovated, T Golf has become one of the most elegant courses in the Calvià area. Its restaurant, modern facilities and the quality of its greens firmly establish it as one of the leading venues in the south-west of the island.

The surrounding areas of Calvià and Bendinat offer a combination that is hard to rival: proximity to T Golf, direct access to the sea and close links to international schools, a triple draw for international families choosing Mallorca as their permanent home.

The South-West: Santa Ponsa and the legacy of the European Tour

Santa Ponsa Golf Club: History, championships and community

One of the most storied courses in Spain in terms of competitive heritage. Santa Ponsa I has hosted six European Tour events and has welcomed legends such as Ballesteros, Langer and Olazábal to its fairways. Designed by Folco Nardi in 1977, its classic parkland layout with broad fairways and immaculate greens makes it suitable for all levels, whilst remaining genuinely challenging for those chasing a strong scorecard.

Santa Ponsa is also a well-established international community, with an active social calendar, frequent club tournaments and a strong sense of belonging amongst European residents. Its properties, from detached villas to townhouses with course views, offer competitive value within Mallorca’s luxury market.

Real Golf de Bendinat: Sophistication between the pines and the sea

A course with a personality all of its own: pine-lined fairways, artistically sculpted bunkers and water hazards that add both tension and beauty to the round. Bendinat’s gently rolling terrain offers a different rhythm to the island’s larger tournament venues, more intimate and more refined. The adjacent residential area is one of the most sought-after in the south-west, with properties enjoying privacy, sea views and a strategic position between Palma and the Calvià coastline.

The North: The grandeur of golf on the Mediterranean

Golf Alcanada: The most iconic golf image in Spain

If there is one course in Mallorca that leaves an immediate and lasting impression, it is Alcanada. Designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr. and positioned directly on the waterfront in the Bay of Alcúdia, it delivers a visual experience without equal: the Alcanada lighthouse, visible from much of the course, is one of the most photographed landmarks in European golf. The club hosts the Rolex Challenge Tour Grand Final, which returns for its sixth edition in October 2026.

The northern area, including Alcúdia, Port d’Alcúdia and the Alcanada coastline, is experiencing significant growth in the luxury second-home market. Seafront properties with views across the bay and privileged access to the course are in high demand.

The East: Nature, tranquillity and golf with character

Capdepera Golf: The island’s best-kept secret

Tucked between Artà and Capdepera, hidden within a spectacular mountain valley, Capdepera Golf is one of the most distinctive courses in Mallorca. Its long fairways, some as narrow as corridors, demand a precision that leaves no room for error. Six lakes integrated into Dan Maples’ design add both difficulty and beauty to the round. Its higher holes offer sweeping views across the valley to the coast.

The Artà and Capdepera area is one of the most authentic on the island, with well-preserved rural architecture and truly singular properties: working estates with land, restored village houses and residential projects that embrace the landscape rather than impose upon it. For the buyer seeking peace and authenticity without compromising on quality, this area is an essential reference.

The Centre and South: Accessibility and quality without compromise

Son Antem Golf Resort: Two courses, one strategic location

Just minutes from Palma Airport, in Llucmajor, Son Antem offers two distinct courses: the East course, more forgiving for higher-handicap players, and the West course, more demanding and technical. An ideal choice for those who value logistical convenience without sacrificing the quality of the golfing experience.

Golf Park Mallorca Puntiró: The course at the heart of the island

Ten kilometres from Palma, in the peaceful village of Puntiró, Golf Park Mallorca Puntiró offers an 18-hole course with a practice facility and restaurant offers an accessible and enjoyable experience. Its setting, in the agricultural heartland of the island, makes it particularly well suited to those seeking rural properties with good connections to the capital.

Related area guides: explore property and lifestyle in Palma, Santa Ponsa and Alcúdia, three of Mallorca’s principal golf locations.

Golf and property in Mallorca: The combination that holds its value

Mallorca is not simply a golf holiday destination. It is a place where golf has become an integral part of the permanent lifestyle of a growing international community, and that is reflected in demand for homes near the best courses.

Properties situated within golf environments, or with privileged access to high-quality courses, attract steady interest from international buyers, although every property should still be assessed individually. It is not merely about square metres or views: it is about belonging to a lifestyle ecosystem that combines sport, nature, gastronomy and community.

For buyers who want golf to be part of everyday life, Mallorca offers a genuine choice of locations, from Palma and the southwest to the north and east. Explore our luxury properties for sale in Mallorca to see what is available near your preferred course.

Are you looking for a property close to one of these courses? Our team of specialist advisers would be delighted to help you find the option that best suits your lifestyle and investment goals.