Opinions

played this in May 2006, and was impressed with the course. The course was quite difficult for me but the buggy came in handy and the scenery, especially the 14th tee was tremendous.

great course, my favourite and not just because I usually score well here, but the scenery and layout is great.

Fantastic course, though the 2nd or 3rd going up the hill was quite strenuous and then the 15th uphill as well took its toll on me, but really enjoyed the course, great layout and well maintained.

Fairways are very poor and if you stray off them you end up in land slids and debris that nato would be proud of

nice course , the hole 2 espectacutar

I've played this course a few times now and it blows the likes of La Cala, Santana, etc away. Those courses are excellent but this is unique. Where would you find a pine forest on the banks of the southern Mediterranean? Search me but it's there and the course takes you on a journey through it. The first time I played (2 years ago) the greens were a bit ropey but the last time (May 2011) they were not from this planet. It was like putting on crushed velvet. I doubt there are better greens anywhere on this Earth. The course is a challenge even off the yellows but some of the holes are jaw dropping, one in particular, the 8th I think, is an elevated teebox and a dog leg right with the whole fairway lined by huge pine trees. It's like a white knuckle ride at a them park when you're teeing off. Mesmerising. Club house is classy and welcoming as is the pro shop. Doubt there are better practice facilities elsewhere on the course. Practice greens are of the same quality as those on course. Well done El Chaparral. I have a holiday home nearby and whilst there are closer clubs to me (Torrequebrada) El Chap has a place in my heart. I'd like to take up there 'part year' membership scheme just to be a part of it when I'm over there.

Everything about the experience was first class! Excellent welcome by the British pro, very testing 18 holes which enable you to use every club in your bag. Followed by top notch food and service in the restaurant. I would highly recommend this venue and plan to return as soon as possible.

Best course around, will be even better once they build a permanent Club house, a little like 2010 course at Celtic manor for play and feel.