Sotogrande, Spain – 14/02/2025 – Sotogrande has reaffirmed its status as one of the world’s premier golf destinations, having been named the world’s #1 golf resort for winter sun…
Sotogrande, Spain – 14/02/2025 – Sotogrande has reaffirmed its status as one of the world’s premier golf destinations, having been named the world’s #1 golf resort for winter sun by Golf World in its recent Winter Sun rankings.
The Winter Sun issue featured three rankings lists – Top 50 Winter Sun Resorts, Top 20 Winter Sun Areas, and Top 10 Winter Sun Courses – each recognising Sotogrande’s quality of golf and resort offering. In the Top 50 Winter Sun Resorts list, Sotogrande claimed the #1 position ahead of world-renowned destinations, cementing its reputation as the ultimate destination for golfer’s seeking a world-class experience year-round. Additionally, Sotogrande was ranked #2 in the Top 20 Winter Sun Areas.
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The individual golf courses within Sotogrande were also recognised in the Top 100 Winter Sun Courses ranking with Real Club Valderrama earning #3 spot, Real Club Sotogrande at #4, and La Reserva Club at #19.
Rita Jordão, Director of Marketing at Sotogrande SA, commented: “With more than 300 days of sunshine per year, Sotogrande is the perfect location for year-round golf. In Sotogrande, we have three of Spain’s finest golf courses within a 10-minute drive of each other, creating an unparalleled golfing and lifestyle experience, complemented by a vibrant community and world-class amenities.”
Visitors to Sotogrande can take advantage of a range of exceptional golf packages at SO/ Sotogrande Spa and Golf Resort Hotel, catering to all levels of players. From the All You Can Play package to the Birdie, Eagle, and Albatross tier packages, as well as the Sotogrande Classic Golf Tour including former Ryder Cup host Real Club Valderrama and current DP World Tour host venue Real Club Sotogrande. Full details on these packages can be found at: so-hotels.com/en/sotogrande/golf/golf-packages
This latest achievement underscores Sotogrande’s 11310 postcode as not only one of the finest golfing locations globally, but also a hub for exclusive living and leisure as it was also recently named the World’s Finest Residential Golf Development. With its perfect year-round climate, world-renowned courses, and exceptional lifestyle offerings, Sotogrande continues to set a benchmark for elite golf destinations.
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Sotogrande is also one of the most exclusive and private lifestyle and residential destinations in Europe. For more information on the real estate offering in the area, head to: sotogrande.com/real-estate-sotogrande
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About Sotogrande SA
Sotogrande SA, founded in 1962, is the promoter and developer of the “Sotogrande®️, Andalucía” brand.
Located in the province of Cádiz around the Guadiaro River, it occupies an area that covers 20 km2 from the Mediterranean Sea to the foothills of the Sierra Almenara.
This residential and leisure destination has a community of 2,500 permanent international homes and approximately 8,000 in high season. It houses more than 300 companies and one of the best international schools in Spain, Sotogrande International School.
It is also one of the main sports destinations in Europe where you can practice water sports, tennis, polo and of course golf, as it has four championship golf courses.
Easily accessible from major European cities (Gibraltar and Malaga airports) and 30 minutes west of Marbella, it was founded in 1962 by businessman and philanthropist Colonel Joseph McMicking. sotogrande.com/the-developer
The destination has come a long way since the new owners took the reins in 2014. The first step they took as part of the investment project was the repair of the roads, the improvement of the infrastructure and gardens of the complex. The emblematic marina of Sotogrande® came alive with a new program of activities and the opening of new restaurants, cafes and boutiques.