Golf in Tenerife

"Old favourites and "new" championships

In this the fourth part of our look at golf on the island of Tenerife, we stay in the south west, with an “old” favourite and a “new” championship course.
The Los Palos Golf Centre is a nine hole course situated in the South, in the district of Arona. Just a few minutes from the TF1 motorway at Guaza, it is easily accessible from Playa de las Américas and Los Cristianos. As a par 27, it is a short course, but don’t be put off by this as there are many challenges in its 914 metres. It is certainly not a pitch and putt as it requires accurate approach play, five of its holes being influenced by water hazards.

Designed by José María Olazábal´s company, it was opened back in December 1994. Situated amidst banana plantations, it is perfect for a couple of hours practice, or to become familiar with the game if you are just starting out.
There is also a driving range, chipping and putting practice areas, and golf classes for the individual and groups, as well as club hire.
The terrace of the clubhouse overlooks the golf course, and is fully equipped with bar, restaurant and golf shop. There is also a children´s play area next to the terrace which is ideal for families, and ample on-site parking away from the main road.
Los Palos is the perfect place for busy people who just want a quick round, or for those who are just starting out in the game and want a relaxing atmosphere in which to practice.

Golf Costa Adeje is situated 5 kilometres from the tourist centres of Playa de las Américas and Los Cristianos, and is fast becoming an important addition to the golfing world here in the Canaries. In April, it played host to the Canarias Spanish Open Championship, featuring Seve Ballesteros, Sergio Garcia, José María Olazábal, amongst others (although won by Englishman Kenneth Ferrie).
The 27 hole course was designed by Pepe Gancedo, who is renowned for his hand crafted courses throughout the world. His philosophy is to adapt to the existing terrain, whilst respecting the environment and plant life in the area. The fairways follow the natural contours, the dry stone walls delineating original agricultural terraces have been restored, and the greens have been strategically laid out along the course.

The views are spectacular out to the Atlantic Ocean and the island of La Gomera, as well as along the coast to Playa de las Américas and the mountains behind.

The facilities are first class, with a beautifully laid out club house, terrace, and private car park in the grounds. There is even a lift to the adjacent driving range capable of taking a golf buggy the 80 ft. or so to the lower level.

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