Sotogrande has once again proven it’s the cream of the crop when it comes to bright skies and world-class fairways.
In a recent ranking by Golf World, this Spanish golfing paradise clinched the title as the world’s #1 resort for winter sun, beating out a who’s who of legendary destinations.
If you’ve ever been to Sotogrande, you’ll know it’s far more than just a postcard-perfect vista.
This enclave on Spain’s southern coast offers more than 300 days of sunshine each year, making it a year-round haven for golfers determined to play their best rounds without shivering through frosty mornings.
Here, the fairways are immaculate, the scenery is sublime, and the resorts? Well, let’s just say you’ll be tempted to toss your return ticket in the trash.
The Golf World accolade didn’t stop at top billing for resorts, though. Sotogrande also claimed the #2 spot in the Top 20 Winter Sun Areas, further cementing its reputation as a bucket-list destination.
As for individual courses, the heavy hitters include Real Club Valderrama (ranked #3), Real Club Sotogrande (#4), and La Reserva Club (#19) in the Top 100 Winter Sun Courses.
Suffice to say, if you’re hoping to up your handicap—or at least pretend you’re going pro—Sotogrande should be your next tee time.
According to Rita Jordão, Director of Marketing at Sotogrande SA, the secret to this golf mecca’s success can be summed up in three words: location, location, location.
“With more than 300 days of sunshine per year, Sotogrande is the perfect setting for year-round golf,” she says.
“In Sotogrande, we have three of Spain’s finest courses within a 10-minute drive of each other, which creates an unrivalled experience for enthusiasts.”
She’s not wrong—golf, sunshine, and a lively community are a tough combo to beat.
Even better, a range of top-tier golf packages at SO/ Sotogrande Spa and Golf Resort Hotel cater to all skill levels.
Whether you’re eyeing the All You Can Play deal or stepping up to the Birdie, Eagle, or Albatross tiers, there’s a package to match your ambition.
If you’re craving a taste of golfing history, look no further than the Sotogrande Classic Golf Tour, which swings through the famed Real Club Valderrama (yep, a former Ryder Cup host) and the DP World Tour venue Real Club Sotogrande.
For the nitty-gritty on these offers, head over to so-hotels.com.
In a region that’s also been dubbed the World’s Finest Residential Golf Development, it’s clear that the story of Sotogrande is about more than just swinging a club.
Alongside sun-soaked fairways, Sotogrande’s 11310 postcode is a hub for high-end living, remarkable leisure activities, and an unbeatable climate that just keeps the good times rolling.
If your idea of paradise involves perfect greens, year-round sunshine, and a dash of luxury, put Sotogrande at the top of your travel list—it’s bound to make every moment on the course feel like a hole-in-one.
