Villamartin Golf – La Finca Resort

Villamartin Golf is one of the historic courses on the Costa Blanca. Opened in 1972 and designed by Robert Dean Putman, the course maintains the classic character of layouts that adapt to the terrain rather than forcing it. Its 18 holes, par 72, are set on a natural topography with gentle undulations, mature vegetation, and open views of the Mediterranean..

The layout combines wide fairways with strategic areas that demand precise tee shots. It’s not an overly long course, but it does require careful reading and management. The doglegs and changes in elevation force you to think through every shot. The greens, which are generously sized and feature steep slopes, are a key part of the course’s defense. This is where you make or break your score.

Hole 17 is the most well-known: a par 3 that crosses a tree-lined fairway before reaching a two-tiered green. It’s a visually impressive hole but also technically challenging, as the wind frequently influences the shot. The finishing area in front of the clubhouse maintains high tension until the final putt..

Villamartin has hosted events on the European Tour and, for decades, has been a gathering place for players from various countries who have made this area their home. The renovated clubhouse retains a traditional atmosphere and features a terrace overlooking the 18th hole.

A course with its own distinct character, where the landscape’s maturity and the design’s solidity continue to set the pace of play more than half a century after its opening.