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Canyamel Golf: hilly par-73 course with a stone house on the fairway
Last checked: October 2026
Canyamel is a hilly par-73 course in the north-east with views of the sea; on hole 9 a stone house stands in the middle of the fairway. With a slope of 141 from the yellow tees, the course challenges experienced players too.
Quick answer
Who is Canyamel Golf suited to?
Golfers up to handicap 36 looking for a hilly, demanding course. Low handicaps get preferential morning tee times, higher handicaps afternoon ones. In high season, players with a handicap over 36 and 9-hole rounds can only start from 14:00. Before your round, you check in in person at the pro shop.
- Location
- near Canyamel, municipality of Capdepera (Ctra. Coves de S'Ermita km 8, 07589 Canyamel)
- From the airport
- approx. 78 km
- Holes / par
- 18 holes, par 73
- Length
- 5,947 m from yellow, 6,207 m from white, 5,212 m from red (scorecard 2026)
- Course rating / slope
- Yellow 72.2 / 141 (men) · Red 74.7 / 138 (women), FBG table 10/2023
- Opened
- 1988, designed by José Gancedo (according to the Balearic tourism authority)
- Handicap
- 36; with a higher handicap only from 14:00 in high season
- Operator
- NAUTIMA, S.A.
- Green fee
- 18 holes €85–145, 9 holes €50–85 depending on season (club price list, no year given)
Who is it for?
Is Canyamel Golf right for you?
Well suited to
- Golfers up to handicap 36 looking for a demanding course – slope 141 from yellow
- Early risers: early-bird tee times until 8:50 (except 1 July–31 August)
- Holidaymakers in Canyamel, Capdepera and Cala Ratjada
- Anyone who wants to play almost all year round – open except on 25 December
Less suited to
- Players with a handicap over 36 or 9-hole players who want to start before 14:00 in high season
- Anyone looking for a flat course – the terrain is hilly
- Dog owners: dogs are allowed in the clubhouse but not on the course
The course
Landscape and character
Canyamel is hilly, has a par of 73 and measures 5,947 m from the yellow tees.
The course lies in hilly terrain near Canyamel in the north-east of the island; you can see the sea from several holes. According to the club, the grounds are a habitat for wildlife, including tortoises. The club itself describes the course as “challenging but fair”.
According to the Balearic tourism authority, it was designed by José Gancedo and opened in 1988. The slope of 141 from the yellow tees shows that the course challenges experienced players too. The club names holes 2, 9 and 18 as its signature holes.
Holes
Holes you should know
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Hole 9 · Par 4
A stone house stands in the middle of the fairway; according to the local rules it is an integral part of the course.
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Hole 18 · Par 3
The final green has a triple “piano” undulation and can be seen from the clubhouse terrace.
Playing here
Tee times, handicap and facilities
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Access & licence
Open to the public with a green fee. The club requires handicap 36. Before your round, you check in in person at the pro shop; play always starts from tee 1.
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Tee times & green fee
Bookings are made online via TeeOne, 9-hole rounds by phone only (+34 971 841 313). Low handicaps preferably start in the morning, higher handicaps in the afternoon. In high season (1 March–31 May and 15 September–14 November), players with a handicap over 36 and 9-hole rounds are only allowed from 14:00. If you cancel less than 24 hours in advance or do not show up, you pay the full green fee.
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Buggy & club hire
GPS buggies €30 (9 holes) or €45 (18 holes), hire clubs €35 per day. Buggies are ready 30 minutes before your tee time.
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Practice & lessons
Driving range (range fee €10, token for 38 balls €3) plus pitching and putting areas. The Academy Canyamel offers beginner and improver courses, private lessons and training with FlightScope.
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Clubhouse & food
Canyamel Golf Bistro with panoramic terrace, plus a 125 m² pro shop and boutique, changing rooms and showers.
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Dress code
Polo shirts and golf attire are compulsory; jeans and casual wear are not allowed. Golf shoes only on the course.
Season & maintenance
Canyamel is open all year round except on 25 December. In summer you can play from 8:00 to 19:00, in winter from 8:00 to 18:00; in July and August there is also a “Hot Game” from 13:00 to 15:30.
Comparison
Nearby alternatives
| Course | Holes / par | Length (yellow) | Max. handicap | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canyamel Golf | 18 / 73 | 5,947 m | 36 | this course |
| Capdepera Golf | 18 / 72 | 5,589 m | 36 | Neighbour in the north-east: par 72, shorter at 5,589 m from yellow, also handicap 36. |
| Club de Golf Son Servera | 18 / 72 | 5,756 m | not stated | Par 72, 5,756 m from yellow, with narrow wooded fairways on the Costa de los Pinos. |
| Pula Golf Resort | 18 / 72 | 5,812 m | not stated | Par 72, 5,812 m from yellow, former European Tour course with hotel. |
Combine
Around the course
Frequently asked questions
Questions about Canyamel Golf
How long is Canyamel Golf?
According to the 2026 scorecard, the course measures 5,947 m from yellow, 6,207 m from white and 5,212 m from red. The website gives a different figure of 6,198 m.
What handicap do I need at Canyamel?
The club requires handicap 36. In high season, players with a higher handicap may only start from 14:00.
Can I play 9 holes at Canyamel?
Yes, bookings by phone only on +34 971 841 313. In high season, 9-hole rounds are only possible from 14:00.
Can I bring my dog?
Dogs are welcome in the clubhouse, but not on the course.
Sources(checked 29 October 2026): canyamelgolf.com · canyamelgolf.com · canyamelgolf.com · canyamelgolf.com · fbgolf.com · illesbalears.travel. Green fees, tee times and licence rules may change – the club's website is authoritative.
Image credits: Green with dwarf palms and olive trees, wooded mountains under a blue sky in the background: Photo Gabriele Delhey, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons