Desert Springs Resort

Location: Almeria, Spain | Facilities: Championship 18-hole golf course, practice academy, spa, padel & tennis courts | Style: Desert-style championship golf resort

Desert Springs Resort is one of Spain’s most distinctive golf destinations, set in the sunniest region of mainland Europe with a unique desert-style golf experience. Located in Almeria, this award-winning resort combines championship golf with high-quality accommodation and excellent leisure facilities, making it ideal for dedicated golf breaks and group stays.

On-site, guests can enjoy a wide range of facilities including a clubhouse, driving range, practice areas, gym, swimming pools and dining options, ensuring there is plenty to do both on and off the course.

Golf Courses

The resort is home to one of the best golf courses in Almeria, offering championship conditions and a distinctive desert layout rarely found in Europe. Guests can also enjoy access to nearby Aguilon Golf Club, which is often packaged with the resort to provide added variety during your stay.

The Indiana Course Style: Desert / Championship | Designer: Peter McEvoy | Par: 72

The Indiana Course is widely regarded as one of Spain’s top golf courses and is a regular host of DP World Tour Qualifying School, highlighting its elite playing standards. Maintained to an exceptional level year-round, the course is particularly known for its superb greens and tournament-quality surfaces.

Inspired by the desert courses of Arizona and California, the layout features dramatic scenery, strategic bunkering, and risk-and-reward opportunities throughout. Accuracy and course management are key, while the welcoming atmosphere ensures an enjoyable experience for both low and mid-handicap golfers.

Aguilon Golf Club Style: Desert / Mountain | Designer: Global Golf Company | Par: 70

Located just a short distance from the resort, Aguilon Golf Club provides a contrasting yet equally memorable test. Set within a dramatic mountain landscape, the course features narrow fairways, natural ravines and over 100 strategically placed bunkers, demanding precision from the tee.

With stunning views of the surrounding sierras and the Mediterranean beyond, Aguilon offers a more rugged and visually striking experience, complementing the Indiana Course perfectly and adding further variety to any golf break.

Accommodation

A range of high-quality accommodation is on offer, including stylish apartments and spacious private villas, all designed with comfort and practicality in mind.

The two and three-bedroom apartments are set within landscaped gardens and around communal swimming pools, featuring generous living areas, fully equipped kitchens, and private terraces. Villas provide additional space and privacy, with some offering private pools, making them ideal for groups and longer stays.

The resort’s architecture reflects traditional Spanish colonial style, while interiors are modern and well-appointed, creating a comfortable base for a golf holiday in southern Spain.

Restaurant & Bars

Guests can enjoy a selection of on-site dining options, catering to both relaxed and more refined experiences:

• El Torrente Restaurant – Located in the clubhouse, offering Mediterranean and Spanish cuisine with views over the golf course
• The Crocodile Club – A casual dining venue serving drinks, light bites, and daily favourites, as well as live sport

These venues provide a sociable and welcoming atmosphere, ideal for post-round meals and evenings at the resort.

Spa & Leisure

There is a wide range of sports and leisure facilities, making it more than just a golf destination.

Facilities include:

• Sierra Sports & Fitness Club with fully equipped gym
• Padel and tennis courts
• Day Spa with a range of treatments and massages
• ICC-accredited cricket ground
• Football training facilities

These amenities make the resort suitable for both golfers and groups seeking a multi-activity holiday.

Location

Desert Springs Resort is located in Almeria in south-east Spain, approximately 50 minutes from Almeria Airport and around 1 hour 20 minutes from Murcia International Airport. Its accessible location makes it ideal for both short breaks and extended golf holidays.

Nearby

Guests can explore a variety of nearby towns and coastal attractions, including:

• Garrucha and Vera for marina dining and local restaurants
• Mojácar for beaches, nightlife, and beach clubs
• Costa de Almeria coastline and natural landscapes

Our View

This is one of the most unique golf resorts in Spain, offering true desert-style golf alongside excellent accommodation and strong off-course facilities. With its championship pedigree, year-round sunshine, and relaxed atmosphere, it is an outstanding choice for golfers seeking something different from the traditional Spanish golf holiday.