Atalaya New
Paul Krings designed the Atalaya New Course in 1990 in the hills between Marbella and Estepona, a par 71 that climbs and falls with views to the Mediterranean and Gibraltar. The more natural of the club's two courses, it rewards accuracy over power on the Costa del Sol.
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The verdict
The New Course at Atalaya Golf and Country Club opened in 1990 to a design by Paul Krings, set in the hills behind Estepona between the resort and Marbella. A par 71 of about 5,780 yards, it is the younger and more natural sibling to the long established Old Course, climbing and falling across the terrain with views out to the Mediterranean and across to the rock of Gibraltar.
It is not a long card, but it is a thinking golfer's course, where accuracy off the tee matters far more than raw distance. Steep slopes, tricky elevation changes and large, fast greens put a premium on position and a deft short game. As part of a well run 36 hole club in the heart of the Costa del Sol, it makes an easy, scenic addition to a southern Spain golf itinerary.
Atalaya New at a glance
- Opened
- 1990
- Designer
- Paul Krings
- Type
- Coastal parkland
- Par
- 71
- Yardage
- About 5,780 yds
- Green fee
- From about 65 euros
Designer, opening year, par and yardage verified June 2026 from Atalaya Golf and Country Club and leading course databases. The New Course is a 1990 Paul Krings design, a par 71 of about 5,780 yards, the more natural of the club's two courses. Visitor green fees have been quoted from around 65 euros, indicative 2026 and varying by season and tee time, with stay and play packages common. Always confirm current pricing directly before booking.
The holes worth the trip
The New Course asks for precision rather than power. The fairways are gently undulating and often canted, so the line off the tee sets up everything, and the player who finds the correct side is rewarded with a clear look while the wayward shot is left fighting the slopes. It is a card where a steady, placed game outscores the big hitter.
The greens are large and fast, with enough movement to make pace and read the heart of the challenge, and the elevation changes through the round demand careful club selection on the approach. The sea and Gibraltar views open up at several points, giving the round its Costa del Sol character.
It plays firm and fast through the warm Andalusian months and stays green and inviting through the mild winter, when the southern Spain golf season is at its busiest. A round here is enjoyable and fair, rewarding the golfer who plots a route and controls the ball.
How to get on
| What to know | Detail |
|---|---|
| Access | Public resort course, part of a 36 hole club; visitors and package guests welcome year round |
| Green fee | From around 65 euros, indicative 2026, varying by season and time of day and lower within stay and play packages |
| Booking | Book online or through your operator; twilight and package rates often offer the best value |
| On the day | Buggies and a driving range available; the elevation and slopes make a cart a popular choice |
| Getting there | Estepona, between Marbella and the resort, about 50 minutes from Malaga Airport along the coast |
| Best months | March to June and September to November for warm, settled weather, though the Costa del Sol plays all year |
Access and fee details verified June 2026; the Costa del Sol is busy and rates change by season, so always confirm directly with the club or your operator before planning a visit.
Where to stay nearby
Most visiting golfers base along the coast between Estepona and Marbella, a strip thick with beachfront hotels, golf resorts and restaurants within a short drive of the course. A Marbella or Estepona base puts dozens of Costa del Sol courses, including Atalaya's own two layouts, within easy reach.
For a golf focused stay, the New Course pairs naturally with the Old Course and the cluster of strong tracks around Estepona and Benahavis. It is an ideal anchor for a southern Spain itinerary built around warm weather, multiple rounds and easy coastal living.
Looking for a base? See our recommended hotels and resorts near Atalaya New.
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Atalaya New questions
Who designed the Atalaya New Course and when did it open?
The Atalaya New Course was designed by Paul Krings and opened in 1990 near Estepona on the Costa del Sol, the younger of the club's two courses.
What is the par and length of the Atalaya New Course?
It is a par 71 of about 5,780 yards, with undulating fairways, large fast greens and views to the Mediterranean and Gibraltar.
How much does it cost to play the Atalaya New Course?
Visitor green fees have been quoted from around 65 euros, indicative 2026, varying by season and tee time, with stay and play packages common. Always confirm current pricing directly before booking.
How does the New Course compare with the Old Course at Atalaya?
The New Course is shorter and more natural, climbing through the hills with sea views and rewarding accuracy, while the Old Course is the longer, flatter and more established of the two. Together they make a 36 hole club.
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Researched and written by the GolfForKings editorial desk. Designer, opening year, par and yardage verified June 2026; indicative green fees verified June 2026. Last reviewed June 2026.