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Golf in Mallorca: 23 courses, best months, licence and booking
Last checked: October 2026
From Son Vida to Alcanada and Canyamel: all the island’s golf courses compared – with seasons, handicap limits, the new daily licence and hotels right on the course.
In brief
How many golf courses does Mallorca have – and when is the best time to play?
The Balearic Golf Federation lists 22 courses in Mallorca, plus the 9-hole Santa Ponsa III course. Visitors can play 21 of them – Santa Ponsa II and III are reserved for shareholders. Most courses are around Palma, in the south-west and on the east coast. The courses’ high season runs from March to May and from mid-September to October or mid-November; July and August have the lowest rates, and people then play early in the morning or late in the afternoon.
- Courses
- 23 in the finder, 21 of them open to visitors; 20 with 18 holes, 3 with 9 holes
- High season
- March to May, mid-September to October/mid-November (according to the courses’ rate lists)
- Cheapest time
- July/August, plus early January to mid-February and December
- Daily licence
- €3 per day, compulsory at many courses if you do not hold a Spanish federation licence
- Handicap
- official proof usually required; limits between 28 and 54 depending on the course
- Without a handicap
- Palma Pitch & Putt (9 par-3 holes)
- From the airport
- Son Vida approx. 19 km; to the east coast around 50 minutes according to Pula Golf
Golf course finder
Find the right course
All 23 courses in one database – filter by region, number of holes, difficulty and facilities. Green fees and tee times change with the seasons; the current ones are always in each club’s booking system.
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Regions
Where Mallorca’s golf courses are
If you want to play two or three courses in a week, choose your accommodation by region.
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Palma & Son Vida
Six courses around the city, four of them belonging to Arabella and linked to two hotels by a free shuttle. Ideal without a hire car and for short breaks.
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South-west: Calvià & Andratx
Between Bendinat and Camp de Mar: short distances to resorts such as Santa Ponça, Palmanova and Peguera. Santa Ponsa II and III are not open to visitors.
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South: Llucmajor
Three courses east of Palma, near the airport and Playa de Palma. Son Antem has two 18-hole courses and a hotel within walking distance.
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North: Alcúdia & Pollença
Alcanada is on the Bay of Alcúdia, Pollença is a 9-hole course. Good bases: Alcúdia or Port de Pollença.
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East: Cala Ratjada to Cala d'Or
Five courses along the east coast, from Capdepera to Vall d'Or. Bases: Cala Millor, Cala Ratjada or Cala d'Or.
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On the edge of the Tramuntana
Son Termes is near Bunyola between Palma and the mountains – a short par-70 course measuring 5,282 m from the yellow tees.
When to go
Golf weather month by month
Mallorca can be played all year round. The courses set their own seasons; at all the courses we checked, high season falls in spring and autumn.
| Month | Avg. high | Avg. low | Rain days | Hours of sunshine | Course rate period |
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| January | 15.2 °C | 3.8 °C | 5.7 | 163 | low |
| February | 15.4 °C | 4.0 °C | 5.1 | 166 | low to mid |
| March | 17.5 °C | 5.2 °C | 4.5 | 202 | High season begins |
| April | 19.8 °C | 7.4 °C | 4.8 | 234 | High season |
| May | 23.7 °C | 11.3 °C | 3.8 | 283 | High season |
| June | 28.1 °C | 15.4 °C | 1.8 | 316 | Transition |
| July | 31.2 °C | 18.3 °C | 0.5 | 342 | low, play early or late |
| August | 31.3 °C | 18.9 °C | 1.7 | 315 | low, play early or late |
| September | 27.9 °C | 16.5 °C | 4.3 | 222 | High season from mid-month |
| October | 23.9 °C | 13.1 °C | 6.1 | 203 | High season |
| November | 19.0 °C | 8.3 °C | 6.1 | 162 | High season until mid-month, then low |
| December | 16.1 °C | 5.4 °C | 6.4 | 152 | low |
Climate data: AEMET weather service, Palma Airport station, 1981–2010 averages. Rate periods summarised from the price lists of Alcanada, Canyamel, Santa Ponsa, Son Servera, Pollença and Andratx; the exact dates differ from course to course. In July and August several courses offer early-start and twilight rates, for example Canyamel (early bird until 8:50 am), Son Gual (from 2:30 pm) and Son Servera (from 5 pm).
Before you tee off
Daily licence and handicap: what you need to bring
Several clubs now require compulsory insurance: if you do not hold a Spanish federation licence, you buy a daily licence (“Daily Golf Licence”) before your round. According to Arabella, private insurance does not replace it.
| Course / operator | Daily licence | Compulsory since |
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| Arabella: Son Vida, Son Muntaner, Son Quint | €3 per day | 1 July 2024 |
| Palma Pitch & Putt | €2 per day | 1 July 2024 |
| Golf de Andratx | €3 per day | 10 September 2024 |
| Club de Golf Alcanada | €3 per day | April 2025 |
| T Golf Calvià and T Golf Palma | €3 per day | 2 February 2026 |
Most clubs require proof of handicap. Documented limits: Son Vida and Son Quint 54, Son Muntaner 36, Real Golf de Bendinat 36, Capdepera 36, Alcanada men 33 / women 35, T Golf (according to its offer pages) men 28 / women 34. At Canyamel, players with a handicap above 36 may only tee off from 2 pm in high season. Without a handicap, you can play at Palma Pitch & Putt.
Plan & book
Organising a golf holiday in Mallorca
- Green fees & offers Seasonal prices, twilight, multi-round packages
- Golf holiday cost calculator Green fees, buggy, clubs, hotel and flight in one calculation
- Golf hotels Hotels right on the course – and what “on the course” means
- Hire clubs or bring your own? Golf luggage with airlines and hire on site
- A golf week in Mallorca Route across several courses, with and without a car
- Without a handicap & beginners Pitch & putt, golf schools, golf proficiency certificate (Platzreife)
- Golf & wellness Spa hotels on the course and packages
- Wintering with golf Long stays, monthly passes and memberships
- Golf tournaments Tournaments for visitors and professional events
- Hire car Practically essential for the east coast and the north
Without a car
Golf in Mallorca without a hire car
Without a car, accommodation right on the course works best. Arabella links its four courses in Son Vida with the Sheraton Mallorca Arabella Golf Hotel and the Castillo Hotel Son Vida by free electric shuttle. Son Antem, Pula and Golf de Andratx have hotels within walking distance. For all other courses you need a hire car or taxi; we did not find an independent golf shuttle.
Dates
Tournaments in Mallorca until the end of 2026
| Date | Tournament | Course | Type |
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| 29 Oct–1 Nov 2026 | Rolex Grand Final (HotelPlanner Tour) | Alcanada | Professionals |
| 9 Nov 2026 | VI Prueba Circuito Profesional | Santa Ponsa | Professionals, regional |
| 21 Nov 2026 | Copa Presidente | Real Golf de Bendinat | Club |
| 29 Nov 2026 | VI Sheraton Mallorca Golf Tournament | Son Vida | Amateurs |
| 6 Dec 2026 | St. Nicholas Tournament | T Golf Calvià | Club |
On tournament days the course may be restricted for visitors – check the club’s tournament calendar before planning a tee time.
Frequently asked questions
Questions about golf in Mallorca
How many golf courses are there in Mallorca?
The Balearic Golf Federation lists 22 courses in Mallorca, plus the 9-hole Santa Ponsa III course. 21 are open to visitors; Santa Ponsa II and III are reserved for shareholders. There is also a private 9-hole course near Manacor for hotel guests and members.
What is the €3 daily licence?
Compulsory insurance that several clubs require from players without a Spanish federation licence, including Arabella, Golf de Andratx, Alcanada and T Golf. It applies per person per day and is bought at the club or online before your round.
When is the best time to play golf in Mallorca?
In terms of climate, March to May and mid-September to November – but that is also when green fees are highest. January, February and December are cheaper and usually dry enough; in July and August you play early in the morning or with a twilight rate.
Can I play golf in Mallorca without a handicap?
Usually not on the regular courses – the clubs require proof of handicap. Without a handicap you can play at Palma Pitch & Putt or book a course with a golf school.
Which golf courses can you reach without a hire car?
The four Arabella courses in Son Vida via the free shuttle from the two Arabella hotels; plus the courses where you stay on site, such as Son Antem, Pula or Golf de Andratx.
Sources(checked 29 Oct 2026): Federació Balear de Golf · AEMET · Arabella Golf · Golf de Andratx · Alcanada · T Golf · Canyamel and the websites of the other clubs. Green fees, tee times and licence rules may change – the club’s own information is authoritative.
Image credit: Golfer teeing off, view across the fairway and pine trees to the sea and lighthouse: photo Frederik Rosar, Unsplash License, via Unsplash