Club de Golf Alcanada
Widely rated the finest course in Mallorca, Club de Golf Alcanada was designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr. and opened in 2003 on the Bay of Alcudia in the island's northeast. A par 72 of about 7,100 yards, it takes its name and its emblem from the little island of Alcanada and its lighthouse offshore, visible from most of the course, and rewards a trip with golf to match its setting.
Photo: Club de Golf Alcanada via Google.
The verdict
Alcanada is the standout course in Mallorca and one of the most enjoyable resort rounds in the Mediterranean, a Robert Trent Jones Jr. design opened in 2003 on rising ground above the Bay of Alcudia. The island of Alcanada and its lighthouse sit offshore in full view, and the course frames that picture beautifully while delivering a varied, strategic test across pine clad hills down toward the sea.
It suits the travelling golfer who wants championship quality without the crowds of the mainland resorts, on an island that is easy to reach and a pleasure to spend a week on. There is little else of this calibre on Mallorca, so most visitors play Alcanada twice and fill the rest of the trip with the island's gentler layouts.
Alcanada at a glance
- Opened
- 2003
- Designer
- Robert Trent Jones Jr.
- Type
- Parkland
- Par
- 72
- Yardage
- About 7,100 yds
- Green fee
- From €115
Designer, par and yardage verified June 2026 from Club de Golf Alcanada and the leading course databases; the course was designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr., opened in 2003 and plays a par 72 of about 7,100 yards, around 6,499 metres, from the back tees. It is named for the Alcanada island and lighthouse offshore. Green fees are indicative, from around 115 euros in low season to about 220 euros in peak in 2026. Always confirm directly before booking.
The holes worth the trip
Trent Jones Jr. routed the course to keep the lighthouse and the bay in the eye for as long as possible, with elevated tees giving long views and tempting lines over pine and rock. The front nine climbs into the hills before the back works down toward the water, and the closing holes by the bay are the most photographed on the island.
It is a fair but exacting test, generous off the tee in places and demanding in others, with well defended greens that ask for a thoughtful approach. The Mediterranean light, the pines and the constant sight of the lighthouse make it as memorable to look at as it is to play.
Conditioning is excellent year round, and because Mallorca enjoys a long season the course plays well from early spring into late autumn, with winter golf very possible in the island's mild climate.
How to get on
| What to know | Detail |
|---|---|
| Access | An upscale daily fee club open to visitors throughout the week; tee times booked online or through the club and trip planners |
| Green fee | From around 115 euros in low season to about 220 euros in peak, spring and autumn, in 2026, with buggy packages and summer deals (indicative) |
| Booking | Book ahead for spring and autumn, the prime Mallorca golfing seasons; numbers are kept comfortable |
| On the day | Buggies, a fine clubhouse with a celebrated restaurant and terrace, and full practice facilities |
| Getting there | Port d'Alcudia, northeast Mallorca, about 50 minutes from Palma Airport |
| Best months | March to May and September to November, though the mild climate allows golf nearly year round |
Access and indicative green fees verified June 2026 from Club de Golf Alcanada; they change by season and year, so always confirm directly before booking with the club or your trip planner. Check tee time availability.
Where to stay nearby
The resort town of Port d'Alcudia and the historic town of Alcudia nearby offer a wide range of hotels, from family friendly resorts to boutique town houses, all within a few minutes of the course. The long beach at Alcudia and the old walled town add to the appeal of a stay in the northeast.
Many golfers base themselves in the northeast around Alcudia and Pollensa for the scenery and the proximity to the course, while others split a week between the north and Palma to take in the island's other layouts and the capital's dining and culture.
Looking for a base? See our recommended hotels and resorts around Alcudia and northeast Mallorca.
Plan a Mallorca golf trip
We arrange Alcanada alongside the best of Mallorca's other courses, secure the tee times and a base around Alcudia or Palma with the transfers and flights. Tell us roughly when and who is travelling and one concierge costs it to the head, with no obligation.
Alcanada questions
Who designed Club de Golf Alcanada?
Club de Golf Alcanada was designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr. and opened in 2003 on the Bay of Alcudia in northeast Mallorca. It is named for the small island of Alcanada and its lighthouse offshore, which feature in the club's logo and are visible from most of the course.
What is the par and length of Alcanada?
Alcanada plays as a par 72 of about 7,100 yards, around 6,499 metres, from the back tees. It is a varied, strategic test across pine clad hills above the bay, with elevated tees, well defended greens and the lighthouse island in view throughout.
How much does it cost to play Alcanada?
Green fees are indicative and seasonal, from around 115 euros in low season to about 220 euros in the peak spring and autumn periods in the 2026 season, with buggy packages and summer deals available. Fees change by season and year, so always confirm current rates directly before booking.
Is Alcanada the best course in Mallorca?
Alcanada is very widely rated the finest course on Mallorca and among the best in the Balearic Islands, thanks to its Robert Trent Jones Jr. design, its conditioning and its setting above the Bay of Alcudia. Most visitors to the island make a point of playing it, often more than once.
How do I get to Alcanada?
The course is at Port d'Alcudia in northeast Mallorca, about 50 minutes by road from Palma Airport. Many golfers base themselves around Alcudia and Pollensa to be close to the course, with the beaches, old town and the Tramuntana mountains nearby.
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Researched and written by the GolfForKings editorial desk. Designer, par and yardage verified June 2026; indicative green fees verified June 2026. Last reviewed June 2026.