Campo de Golf del Parador de El Saler

Campo de Golf del Parador de El Saler is an 18-hole layout in Valencia, Spain, ranked among the top 60 courses in the world and top 3 in Europe by professionals, amateurs, and specialist press alike. Designed in 1968 by Javier Arana — widely regarded as Spain's foremost golf architect — it sits within the Natural Park of El Saler on the Mediterranean coast. The course stretches 6,042 metres to a par of 72, and its routing moves through two distinct environments: open, links-style terrain along the shore reminiscent of Scottish courses, and classic Mediterranean woodland further inland. The protected landscape shaped the design, including the integration of non-native plants such as the course's well-known ice plant. Facilities include a golf school, practice range, three putting greens, two approach greens, a pro shop, club and buggy hire, a restaurant, and a snack bar. Rated 4.6 by Hole19 golfers, with over 100 reviews on the platform.