Mallorca sets the course for sustainable golf in Europe
23 golf courses, luxury hotels, and environmental management reinforce the island's leading role
Mallorca champions a golf-tourism model that brings together sustainability, luxury, and quality. With a mild climate making it possible to practice the sport all year round and a pioneering environmental-management system in Europe, the island has become a benchmark destination for international golfers. Its strategy integrates technology, efficient resource use, and high-level services, projecting a solid image in the most demanding markets. The island is home to 23 golf courses, all located in close proximity and allowing tourists to explore a range of settings in just a few minutes. From historic courses such as Son Vida Golf, inaugurated in 1964, to more recent additions like Son Gual or Son Quint, golfers will discover a broad and diverse offering. Some of these include golf schools—such as Real Golf de Bendinat, Golf Son Servera, or Golf Alcanada—enhancing their appeal for both amateurs and professionals alike. The climate, with an average annual temperature of around 66ºF, allows play 365 days a year, even in winter, when golf courses in other European countries are covered with snow. Moreover, facilities such as T Golf Palma Puntiró, designed by Nicklaus Design, offer exclusive advantages to their members, while complexes like that of Son Antem combine sport with health tourism and business meetings.
This range of golfing attractions is complemented by more than 40 specialized golf hotels, most of them 4 and 5 stars, alongside some charming rural accommodation that enriches the luxury experience. Pioneering water and environmental management Mallorca leads the way in Europe by using reclaimed water for course maintenance. According to the Mallorca Golf Courses Association (ACGM), 97% of the water used comes from municipal treatment plants, while the remaining 3% is sourced from rainwater. This use prevents the discharge of wastewater into the sea, as it is instead treated and recycled exclusively for irrigation purposes. Each course may require up to 440,000 gallons daily, making this practice a vital step forward in sustainable management. Beyond water, the island’s golf courses have implemented measures such as eliminating single-use plastics, replacing petrol buggies with electric ones, and installing solar panels. Several facilities are also in the process of obtaining ISO 14001 certification, an international environmental-management standard. Under the motto Green Golf Mallorca, leaders in Europe, ACGM projects a clear message to international markets: choosing Mallorca means opting for a destination where luxury, sport, and environmental respect come together in a strategic harmony.