Golf in Torrevieja – Best golf courses 2026

If you are searching for golf in Torrevieja, the short answer is that Torrevieja works best as a base, not as a resort. You live close to the beach, city life and everyday services, while at the same time having several strong golf courses within approximately 15 to 30 minutes' drive. This applies especially to Villamartín, Campoamor, Las Ramblas, Las Colinas, La Marquesa and Lo Romero.

That is also why the area is so popular among Swedish winter residents. The Costa Blanca has around 300 to 320 sunny days per year, which means you can actually play for most of the year without planning your life around rain and cold. But not everything is perfect. Summer heat is real, booking pressure is high during spring and autumn, and if you live in the wrong location the car becomes almost as important as the driver.

In this guide I go through which courses are best, what they cost, how far they are from Torrevieja and where you should live if golf is going to be a central part of everyday life.

Why do so many golfers choose Torrevieja?

The simple answer is the combination. Torrevieja gives you more ordinary everyday life than a classic golf resort. You have supermarkets, a promenade, restaurants, healthcare and a larger life year-round. At the same time you can reach several courses without making a full-day trip.

For Swedish buyers and long-stay guests this is often more important than living "on a course". Many people think the dream location always means a villa on the fairway. In practice many people are happier when they can vary between golf, beach, city and everyday errands without everything revolving around the clubhouse.

This is also a region where golf is broad. You get not just one course to choose from but several different profiles. Villamartín is classic and social. Campoamor feels more traditional and calm. Las Colinas is premium. La Marquesa is smoother and more accessible for many. Lo Romero is a strong choice if you head further south and like a course that demands a little discipline.

Which golf courses are best near Torrevieja?

Most people based in Torrevieja look first at six courses. These also cover the most needs, from everyday play to premium rounds.

Villamartín Golf

Villamartín is still one of the most relevant courses in the area because it combines location, tradition and a social feel. The course opened in 1972, is par 72 and measures 6,132 metres from the white tee and 6,037 metres from the yellow. From Torrevieja you normally drive here in around 15 to 20 minutes depending on where in the city you start.

This is a good choice if you want to play often and not just tick off "nice resort courses". The terrace, the view over the 18th and the proximity to Villamartín Plaza mean the round easily flows into lunch or dinner.

Las Ramblas Golf

Las Ramblas is more dramatic. More elevation change, more ravine feel, more of a course that rewards the right club selection rather than pure distance. The driving distance from Torrevieja is roughly the same as to Villamartín, usually 15 to 20 minutes.

This is a course I prefer to recommend with conditions rather than routinely. Some love it immediately. Others find it a little too hilly and a little too physical if they walk a lot. If you live in Orihuela Costa and want variety it is a very good complement to Villamartín.

Campoamor Golf

Campoamor is a safe choice if you want a more classic club feel. The course opened in 1988, is par 72 and measures 6,277 metres. From Torrevieja you are normally there in 20 to 25 minutes.

What stands out here is not just the course itself but the whole setup around it. Campoamor has a driving range, two putting greens, buggies, buggy hire and a 2,800 square metre clubhouse overlooking sea and course. You can tell the facility is built for members and returning players, not just for holiday packages.

Las Colinas Golf & Country Club

Las Colinas is the course most people name first, and there is a reason. The 18-hole course is par 71 and was designed by Cabell B. Robinson. From Torrevieja you usually reckon on 20 to 25 minutes by car.

The quality is high. At the same time it is not the right course for everyone. It suits you best if you genuinely appreciate the resort level and are willing to pay for it. The major practice highlight is the Short Game Area by Miguel Ángel Jiménez covering 5,000 square metres with an 680 square metre green and two bunkers. Add Toptracer, a golf academy, several restaurants and a sports club and you understand why many see Las Colinas as the premium choice in southern Costa Blanca.

La Marquesa Golf

La Marquesa in Rojales and Ciudad Quesada is often underestimated by those who only search for "best resort course". That is a shame, because it works very well for everyday golf. The peak season price for 18 holes is €87, twilight after 15:00 is €67 and 9 holes is €49. From Torrevieja you normally drive there in 15 to 20 minutes.

The great advantage is the simplicity. The course is easy to fit into everyday life, especially if you live in northern Torrevieja, La Mata or Ciudad Quesada. A golf school, pro shop, buggy hire, buggies and voucher solutions also make it work well for those who play often but do not want to pay resort prices every week.

Lo Romero Golf

Lo Romero is in Pilar de la Horadada, south of Torrevieja. The drive usually takes around 20 to 25 minutes. The course is par 72, measures 6,082 metres from the yellow tee and has water in play on 13 holes plus 56 bunkers.

That says quite a lot about the character. Lo Romero is not brutal, but you cannot get away with sloppiness. At the same time the practice facilities are good. The natural grass driving range accommodates more than 30 players simultaneously, plus practice bunkers, a chipping area and two putting greens. For long-stay players who want to practise as much as they play, that is a plus.

What do green fees cost and when is it best to play?

The cost picture is broader than many realise. It is not just about which course you choose but about season, tee time and how often you play.

• La Marquesa: €87 in peak season, €80 in mid-season and €67 for twilight after 15:00
• Campoamor: €92 in peak season and €75 in low season for 18 holes. 9 holes costs €57 and €50 respectively
• Las Colinas: current online prices are normally in the premium segment, around €115 in the lower season and up to €153 in peak season
• Villamartín: current price overviews place the course around €80 in lower season and around €105 in peak season

For Swedish everyday planning, peak season is almost always the "pleasant" season, not the hot one. March to May and September to November are best for the weather, but also carry the most pressure on tee times. That is when many long-stay guests, golf tours and returning members are in place.

June to August can on the other hand be good value, but only if you accept the heat. An 08:00 start or a late afternoon often works fine. The middle of the day is less charming, especially if you are walking the course.

Which practice facilities are best?

This is a point many people miss when they just compare green fees. For those who live in Spain for a long time, practice facilities mean almost as much as the course itself.

Las Colinas has the strongest premium profile. You get Toptracer, an academy and a short game area that genuinely maintains a high level even for players who train seriously. It suits you if you want to spend time on wedge play, bunker game and structured practice.

Lo Romero is better than many people think if you prioritise repetition sessions. Three natural grass platforms for long shots, a covered area, two putting greens, bunkers and a chipping green make it unusually useful for high-volume practice.

Campoamor is more classic but fully adequate. A driving range, putting greens, club service and a proper clubhouse make you happy to stay before or after the round.

La Marquesa is perhaps the easiest choice if you want an accessible everyday practice experience. The golf school and the practical hire and voucher solutions make it attractive for both newer players and long-stay guests.

Where should you live if golf is the priority?

If golf drives your property choice there are in practice three logical arrangements.

The first is Torrevieja as a base. This suits you if you want city life, beach and several courses within a reasonable distance. You drive a little more but also get more life outside golf.

The second is Orihuela Costa. Here you live closer to Villamartín, Las Ramblas, Campoamor and Las Colinas. For many this is the best compromise. You still get coastal life, but golf is more integrated into everyday life.

The third is Ciudad Quesada. This suits you best if you want La Marquesa on your doorstep and like combining that with an inland feel, larger properties and slightly lower pressure than on the coastal strip.

To simplify:

• Choose Torrevieja if you want the most everyday life and the most urban feel.
• Choose Orihuela Costa if you want to maximise the number of good courses within a short radius.
• Choose Ciudad Quesada if you prioritise a golf-friendly everyday life at somewhat lower price levels.

Is it better to live in Torrevieja or at a golf resort?

This is really the article's most important question.

Living at or next to a golf resort often sounds better than it turns out in reality. Yes, you get an attractive environment, a short walk to the first tee and often quieter surroundings. But you almost always pay a premium, both for the property and for the everyday life that comes with it. Restaurants, services and spontaneity are often narrower than in a real city.

Torrevieja is the opposite. It is less exclusive, sometimes messier, and you cannot see the fairway from the terrace. But you get more ordinary days that work. You can grab a coffee in town, walk by the sea, run errands, meet people and still play at several courses in the same week.

For most Swedish buyers who do not play at elite level this is actually a better arrangement. I would only put resort living first if you know you want to live very quietly, play a lot at the same facility and accept that the car is still often needed for things other than golf.

Las Colinas is a good example. Fantastic for the right buyer. But it is also precisely a premium product. If you mainly want to play lots of golf and live simply, the same budget can often stretch further in Torrevieja or Orihuela Costa, with more choice as a bonus.

What should Swedish long-stay players think about?

First: calculate the season you actually use. Many Swedes plan for the year but in practice live here between October and March. It is then smarter to look for monthly memberships, winter packages and areas where everyday life works without having to specially arrange everything.

Campoamor has, for example, one-month and three-month arrangements and a 20-round card for €1,000. La Marquesa has vouchers that can be more rational than full membership if you only stay for part of the season.

Then comes logistics. If you live in Torrevieja and play four different courses in a week it is no problem. If you try to do the same without a car it quickly becomes a project. Public transport in the area is not built for golf bags, early tee times and spontaneous 9-hole rounds.

Lastly, think honestly about your level. If you play for social enjoyment there is no point in committing to the most expensive course. If you train seriously on wedges, short game and ball flight, Las Colinas or Lo Romero can give you more back than just an attractive scorecard experience.

What disadvantages do you need to factor in?

Do not skip this section. Golf in Torrevieja is good, but there are clear negatives.

The first is the heat. July and August can be genuinely tough if you want to play in the middle of the day. It is solved with early or late tee times, but it still changes everyday life.

The second is booking pressure. The best months for weather are also the months when many others want to play. If you want the freedom to book at short notice in October or April you either need to be flexible or play at more than one course.

The third is the resort premium. Some buyers pay a lot extra for "frontline golf" and later discover they still drive to other courses, other restaurants and other social settings.

The fourth is transport. If you do not live in exactly the right location, or directly in a golf area, a car becomes standard equipment in practice.

Is golf in Torrevieja worth it?

Yes, for most people who want to combine golf with an ordinary life in the sun. Not because Torrevieja has the single best course, but because the area gives you several good courses within a short distance and a larger everyday life around them.

If you want the highest possible golf standard you choose Las Colinas sometimes. If you want to play a lot you often choose Villamartín, Campoamor or La Marquesa. If you want to get property, everyday life and play to work together over a longer period, the combination of Torrevieja plus nearby courses is hard to beat.

That is what makes golf here attractive. You do not need to choose between city and golf. You can have both, as long as you accept that the car, the season and course selection play a bigger role than the resort sales images suggest.

Frequently asked questions about golf in Torrevieja

Last updated: 1 April 2026. Green fees, membership terms and booking rules change continuously. Always check current information directly with the relevant club before booking or buying a property with golf as the main reason.