Golf course · Bendinat (Calvià)
Real Golf de Bendinat: short par-69 course with views of the Bay of Palma
Last checked: October 2026
Bendinat lies in a wooded valley in the middle of the Bendinat urbanisation, approx. 7 km west of Palma. Valley and hill holes alternate; along the way you see the Bay of Palma, Cabrera and the Castillo de Bendinat.
Quick answer
Who is Real Golf de Bendinat suited to?
Golfers with an official handicap of up to 36 who are looking for a short, technical course near Palma. From the yellow tees Bendinat measures 5,471 m at par 69; most holes are lined with trees, and the greens are protected by bunkers or lakes. The club does not let anyone play without an official handicap. The green fee for 18 holes is €74–123 (according to the club’s rates page).
- Location
- Bendinat (Calvià), approx. 7 km west of Palma (Campoamor s/n, 07181 Bendinat)
- From the airport
- approx. 21 km; around 25 minutes according to the club
- Holes / par
- 18 holes, par 69 (RFEG rating since 17 June 2023)
- Length
- 5,471 m from yellow, 4,848 m from red
- Course / Slope
- Men yellow 69.5 / 141 · Women red 70.5 / 131 (RFEG from 17 June 2023)
- Opened
- 1986 with 9 holes, 18 holes since 1995; designed by Martin Hawtree
- Handicap
- official handicap required, max. 36
- Operator
- Real Golf de Bendinat (club)
- Green fee
- 18 holes €74–123, 9 holes €50–97 (according to the club’s rates page)
Who is it for?
Is Real Golf de Bendinat right for you?
Well suited to
- Golfers with an official handicap of up to 36 and a reliable short game
- Holidaymakers in Illetes – the beach is approx. 1 km away as the crow flies
- Those who enjoy views of the Bay of Palma and Cabrera
- German-speaking golfers who want to take lessons – the golf school also teaches in German
Less suited to
- Beginners without an official handicap or with a handicap over 36
- Long hitters looking for long, open holes – par 69 over 5,471 m
- Those expecting flat terrain – valley and hill holes alternate
The course
Landscape and character
Bendinat is a short par-69 course in a wooded valley – trees line most of the holes.
Martin Hawtree designed the course; the first 9 holes opened in 1986, followed by the extension to 18 holes in 1995. Valley and hill holes alternate, and the greens are protected by bunkers and/or lakes. Stone walls are considered part of the course.
Along the way you look out over the Bay of Palma, Cabrera and the Castillo de Bendinat.
Since the new RFEG rating of 17 June 2023, Bendinat has been a par 69 and measures 5,471 m from the yellow tees, making it one of the shorter 18-hole courses in Mallorca. The main text of the club's website still partly states par 70 and 5,660 m – these figures are out of date. The men's slope from yellow is 141.
Playing tips
Tee times, handicap and facilities
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Access & licence
Open to the public with a green fee. Play is not possible without an official handicap; the maximum is 36.
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Tee times & green fee
Booking is online via TeeOne. 18 holes cost €74–123 depending on the season, 9 holes €50–97, twilight €62–85 (according to the club’s rates page). The 9-hole rate distinguishes between before and after 2 pm. However, the list still bears the note “valid until 31/12/2025” – ask for the price to be confirmed when you book.
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Buggy & rental clubs
Buggy €35–43 and rental clubs €30–40 for 18 holes (2026, depending on the season). There is a pro shop.
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Practice & lessons
Practice ground for €7 incl. 1 token; additional tokens €4, €3 with a green fee. Plus a putting green and chipping area. The golf school with two pros gives individual and group lessons in Spanish, English and German.
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Clubhouse & food
Restaurante Eagle has a terrace overlooking hole 18 and the Castillo de Bendinat.
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Dress code
Appropriate clothing is required; only shoes with rubber or soft spikes are allowed.
Season & maintenance
High season 2026: 16 March to 7 June and 14 September to 1 November. Low season: 5 January to 22 February, 22 June to 6 September and 16 November to 20 December; the remaining weeks are mid-season.
Comparison
Nearby alternatives
| Course | Holes / par | Length (yellow) | Max. handicap | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Real Golf de Bendinat | 18 / 69 | 5,471 m | 36 | this course |
| Golf Son Vida | 18 / 71 | 5,538 m | 54 | Similarly short and technical, in the Son Vida villa district above Palma; handicap up to 54. |
| Golf Son Termes | 18 / 70 | 5,282 m | not stated | Even shorter, par 70, in a Tramuntana valley near Bunyola. |
| Golf Santa Ponsa I | 18 / 72 | 6,219 m | official HCP | Also in the south-west, considerably longer at 6,219 m from yellow. |
Combine
Around the course
Frequently asked questions
Questions about Real Golf de Bendinat
Is Real Golf de Bendinat par 69 or par 70?
Par 69. That is what the scorecard and the RFEG rating in force since 17 June 2023 say. The figures of par 70 and 5,660 m in the main text of the club's website are out of date.
What handicap do I need at Bendinat?
An official handicap of no more than 36. The club does not allow play without an official handicap.
Does the course have sea views?
In places. Along the way you see the Bay of Palma, Cabrera and the Castillo de Bendinat.
How much does a round at Bendinat cost?
18 holes cost €74–123 depending on the season, 9 holes €50–97, twilight €62–85 (according to the club’s rates page). A buggy costs €35–43.
Sources(checked 29/10/2026): realgolfbendinat.com · realgolfbendinat.com · realgolfbendinat.com · realgolfbendinat.com · fbgolf.com. Green fees, tee times and licence rules may change – the club's website is authoritative.
Image credit: Illustrative image, not Real Golf de Bendinat: fairway with trees and a palm tree against the light. Photo Tom Schaeffer, Unsplash License, via Unsplash