Hilton Islantilla Beach Golf Resort

DoubleTree by Hilton Islantilla Beach Golf Resort sits on Spain’s Costa de la Luz, close to the beaches of Islantilla and with its 27 holes woven into the grounds. It is a relaxed base for a proper golf break, where the course is close at hand and each day can take a different shape across the three nine-hole loops. Contemporary rooms come with a balcony or terrace, and many face either the fairways or landscaped gardens. Between rounds, there are outdoor pools, a seasonal indoor pool, fitness centre, tennis courts and a spa with sauna, steam room and treatments.

The Islantilla Golf Course plays to par 72 and measures 6,554 yards in its full 18-hole format. Pine trees frame much of the gently rolling terrain, while lakes, wide fairways and carefully placed bunkers reward considered club selection rather than simply length from the tee. The three loops provide different combinations over a longer stay, with each section bringing its own degree of difficulty. Coastal breezes can alter the demands considerably, particularly when approaching greens, and the modest changes in elevation mean there is enough movement underfoot without making the walk arduous. A round here asks for sensible positioning off the tee and control into the greens.

The clubhouse restaurant looks over the course, making it an easy spot for lunch after golf, while the main restaurant serves buffet meals and the lobby bar suits a quieter drink later on. Islantilla’s village restaurants and bars are within walking distance, with the beach also nearby for an afternoon away from the fairways. Faro Airport is around 90 minutes by road, while Seville Airport is just under two hours away.