Cabopino Golf is one of the Costa del Sol's newest courses and is perched amongst umbrella pines above the marina of the
same name. The best way of describing the layout is short and sweet with superb views over the Mediterranean and the
surrounding mountains.
Designed by Juan Ligues Creus, the course was opened in April 2001 and features lakes that affect at least four holes.
It offers three par 3's, two par 5's and thirteen par 4's in its layout, which is of modern design. The course is young
by nature with maturity yet to follow and in view of this the fairways and greens can be quite hard depending whether
they have been watered. The course is irrigated by recycled water from a nearby plant and therefore the course condition
can change on a day-to-day basis. Look out for this when playing your second shot and the hard ground may mean one less
club. The course does offer a stiff challenge for high handicap players who may find they use every club in the bag. Low
handicaps will take more risks in trying to find the large and some of the plat formed greens. The signature hole has to
be the third where the tee drops dramatically from the side of a cliff to the fairway situated some 200 metres below! A
very large bunker also protects the second shot to the elevated green to make it even more difficult.
The easy access from the N340 and the "pay and play" strategy means the course is becoming more and more popular in and
around Marbella. It is advisable to pre-book and you should contact
Med Golf to secure your tee time here.
When you have finished your challenging but hopefully satisfying round, why not look in at Cabopino's restaurant Rominos,
to enjoy a few refreshments.
On arrival you will find ample parking, club house with excellent changing facilities and good bar and restaurant
facilities as mentioned. The pro shop is well stocked and the staff are always extremely helpful. The green fee normally
includes a buggy and you should ensure you take advantage of this. It is not an easy walking course. There are practice
facilities and tuition can be arranged if required.
Cabopino is a good day out on a new course that is steadily maturing and you will not be disappointed with your visit.
Many people make this part of their golfing itinerary, as it is a new complex away from the more popular courses. It is
well worth a visit and recommended by Med Golf.
