Los Naranjos
Los Naranjos sits in the heart of the Nueva Andalucia golf valley above Marbella, one of the densest concentrations of quality golf on the Costa del Sol. Designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr and opened in 1977 alongside its neighbour Las Brisas, it takes its name, the orange trees, from the citrus groves that frame its fairways. A mature, well conditioned parkland with mountain and sea views, it is a Marbella stalwart that anchors a sunshine golf week.
Photo: Los Naranjos Golf Club via Google.
The verdict
Los Naranjos is classic Robert Trent Jones Sr, generous off the tee but defended by strategic bunkering, water and large, subtly contoured greens. Four decades of maturity have given it wonderful tree lined definition, the orange and pine framing each hole, and the conditioning is reliably good. Two distinct nines, the more open front and the rolling, hillier back, keep the round varied and interesting.
It suits the travelling golfer on a Costa del Sol holiday who wants a proper test in beautiful surroundings, with Marbella's restaurants, beaches and nightlife minutes away in Puerto Banus. Its position in the Nueva Andalucia valley means you can play several fine courses, Las Brisas and Aloha among them, without moving your base. Come for the mature parkland, the mountain backdrop and the easy Marbella lifestyle, and you will understand why it has been a favourite for so long.
Los Naranjos Golf Club at a glance
- Founded
- 1977
- Design
- Robert Trent Jones Sr
- Type
- Parkland
- Par
- 72
- Yardage
- 6,532 m
- Green fee
- From €88
Designer, opening year, par and yardage verified June 2026 from the club and golf course listings. Los Naranjos opened in 1977 to a Robert Trent Jones Sr design and plays as a par 72 parkland of 6,532 metres in the Nueva Andalucia valley above Marbella. Green fees are indicative, from around 88 euros for a round, with lower twilight and package rates and higher peak season pricing; figures change by season and year. Always confirm directly before booking.
The holes worth the trip
Los Naranjos plays to the strengths of its designer. Robert Trent Jones Sr gave it broad, inviting fairways that tempt the driver, then made the second shot and the green complex the real examination, with bunkering and water placed to punish the careless line. The greens are large and gently undulating, so reading the subtle borrows is as important as finding the surface.
The two nines have distinct characters. The front runs across more open ground, while the back climbs into rolling, hillier terrain with more elevation change and longer views toward the sea and the mountains. Mature orange groves and pines line the corridors throughout, giving the course its name and a sense of seclusion despite its busy Marbella setting.
It is a course that rewards course management over brute force, place the tee shot, respect the bunkering and take the safe side of the pin, and a good score is there. Let the generous fairways lull you into carelessness and the strategic hazards will collect their due.
How to get on
| What to know | Detail |
|---|---|
| Access | A members club that welcomes visitors, with online and operator tee times |
| Green fee | From around 88 euros for a round (indicative), with lower twilight and package rates and higher peak season pricing |
| Booking | Book online, through the club, or as part of a Costa del Sol package; book ahead in the busy spring and autumn seasons |
| On the day | A buggy friendly parkland with full practice facilities and a well regarded clubhouse |
| Getting there | In the Nueva Andalucia valley above Marbella, around 45 minutes to an hour from Malaga Airport |
| Best months | Spring and autumn for ideal temperatures; the Costa del Sol is a year round golf destination with mild winters |
Access and indicative green fees verified June 2026 from the club and public listings; they change without notice, so always confirm directly before booking. Check tee time availability.
Where to stay nearby
Marbella and Puerto Banus put the full range of Costa del Sol hotels, from grand resorts to boutique stays, within a few minutes of the first tee, along with the beaches, marina and dining the area is famous for. Many golfers base themselves in or around Nueva Andalucia to sit at the centre of the golf valley.
The valley's density of courses means you can play Los Naranjos, Las Brisas, Aloha and more without long transfers, while the wider Costa del Sol offers dozens of options for a longer trip. It is one of the most convenient golf and lifestyle bases in Europe.
Looking for a base? See our recommended hotels and resorts near Marbella and Nueva Andalucia.
A Costa del Sol golf week
We build Costa del Sol trips around Los Naranjos and the Nueva Andalucia golf valley, arrange the tee times, transfers and a Marbella base. Tell us roughly when and who is travelling and one concierge costs it to the head, with no obligation.
Los Naranjos Golf Club questions
Who designed Los Naranjos Golf Club?
Los Naranjos was designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr and opened in 1977, at the same time as its neighbour Las Brisas. It is a classic example of his strategic parkland style, with generous fairways and well defended greens.
What is the par and length of Los Naranjos?
Los Naranjos plays to a par of 72 and measures 6,532 metres from the back tees. Two distinct nines, the more open front and the rolling back, keep the round varied across mature, tree lined parkland.
How much does it cost to play Los Naranjos?
Indicative green fees start from around 88 euros for a round, with lower twilight and package rates and higher peak season pricing. Fees change by season and year, so always confirm directly before booking.
Where is Los Naranjos Golf Club?
Los Naranjos lies in the Nueva Andalucia golf valley above Marbella on the Costa del Sol, around 45 minutes to an hour from Malaga Airport. It sits among several other quality courses, including Las Brisas and Aloha.
When is the best time to play Los Naranjos?
Spring and autumn offer ideal golfing temperatures on the Costa del Sol, while the mild winters make it a popular year round escape. The busiest periods are spring and autumn, so book tee times in advance.
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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.