Overview

Rio Real Golf Club – Timeless Elegance in Marbella’s Golf Heartland

Located just 5 minutes from Marbella’s town centre, Rio Real Golf Club is a classic par-72, 6,000+ metre layout designed by legendary Spanish architect Javier Arana. Opened in 1965, it’s one of the Costa del Sol’s most iconic courses—blending natural beauty, strategic design, and year-round playability thanks to the region’s Mediterranean climate.

Course Highlights

• 18 holes, par 72, stretching over 6,000 metres
• Routed along the Rio Real river, which flows into the Mediterranean
• Signature holes:
  • Hole 4 – par-4 with river crossing and elevated green
  • Hole 17 – par-5 with water carry and panoramic views
• Mature trees: pine, palm, casuarina, olive, and cypress line the fairways

Playing Experience

• A balanced layout—challenging yet playable for all skill levels
• Elevated holes require smart club selection and shot shaping
• Strategic bunkering and water hazards enhance the technical challenge
• Practice facilities include:

• Driving range
• Putting and chipping greens
• Rio Real Golf Academy with 3D swing analysis and visual coaching

Clubhouse & Amenities

• Elegant clubhouse with panoramic terrace and Mediterranean cuisine
• Pro shop with premium gear and apparel
• Golf carts, rental clubs, and lessons available
• On-site boutique hotel: Rio Real Golf & Hotel, offering luxury stays with direct course access

Location & Access

• Located in Marbella, Costa del Sol – ~40 minutes from Málaga Airport
• Nearby: Santa Clara Golf, Marbella Golf & Country Club, and Los Monteros beaches

Highlights

• “Play beside the river, finish by the sea—Rio Real is Marbella’s coastal classic”
• “Designed by Spain’s greatest—Javier Arana’s legacy lives on in every hole”
• “Rio Real: where timeless design meets Mediterranean serenity”

Facilities

Driving Range

Practice Area

Buggies

Bar

Restaurant