Gran Canaria is a year round golfing destination due to its favourable climate, accessibility and seven very good golf courses which cater to all tastes. It is a traditional ‘Winter Sun’ destination with good golfing temperatures throughout, however the best value is through the summer months when the golf courses are cheaper as they have the rest of Europe to compete with for golf and sunshine.
Gran Canaria, along with Tenerife, has the biggest choice of golf courses. Five are in the South-east of the island near the popular resorts of Maspalomas, Meloneras and Playa del Ingles. They all cater to holiday golfers with a mix of tees making the courses tougher from the back but accessible for higher handicappers from the front tees. The two courses at Salobre are set in the hills and the courses at Maspalomas, Anfi Tauro and Meloneras are close to the coast and the resort hotels.
Two of the golf courses; Real Club de Las Palmas and El Cortijo are located in the North-east of the Island, away from the busy resorts and have a more traditional Spanish feel, the courses have magnificent views due to their elevated locations and are well worth a visit.
The island has hotels and resorts to cater for everyone. From peaceful, boutique five-star luxury hotels, to a comfortable hotel in the centre of one of the lively beach resorts. A great choice for a golfing holiday.