DESTINATION · MALLORCA

Mallorca – the golf island for senior trips.

Mallorca has 24 golf courses in a manageable area – the most compact golf island in Europe. Short travel time, established German tourism infrastructure, year-round playability. What distinguishes Mallorca as a senior destination from mainland Spain.

MMallorca is my preferred spontaneous destination. A 2.5-hour flight from Munich or Frankfurt, a rental car at the airport, and evenings at the hotel bar. The size of the island (max. 60 miles in any direction) makes everything accessible. Senior golfers with a desire for spontaneous travel will find the least effort for maximum playing pleasure here.

Mallorca is the most compact golf destination in the Mediterranean region: 24 courses on an island area of 3,640 km², short travel time (2.5-3 hour flight from Germany), excellent German tourism infrastructure. Senior golfers benefit from the simple logistics and compact geography.

Three Mallorca Golf Regions

Region 1 — Southeast (Cala d'Or, Felanitx)

✓ QUIET AND CLOSE TO THE COAST.

Southeast Mallorca: Places like Vall d’Or, Pula, Son Antem East. Quiet tourism, fair green fees (€50-80). Resort hotels like Pula Suites, Iberostar Playa de Muro.

Region 2 — Southwest (Palma, Magaluf)

✓ CLOSE TO PALMA + CITY.

Southwest Mallorca: Places like Bendinat, Andratx, Real Golf de Bendinat. Close to Palma — a combination of golf and city charm. Green fee €70-130.

Region 3 — Norden (Pollença, Alcúdia)

✓ NATURAL AND GREEN.

North Mallorca: Places like Pollença, Alcanada, Maioris. Green hills, less touristy. Moderate prices (€60-90). For senior golfers seeking tranquility.

Golf courses on an island area of 3,640 km² - highest density in the Mediterranean

Mallorca Tourism Board 2024

Plus 2.5-3 hours of flight from Germany and excellent tourism infrastructure.

Five Senior Recommendations for Mallorca

1st Place — Son Vida (Palma)

✓ OLDEST PLACE + RESORT.

Son Vida (1964): Mallorca's oldest golf course, resort hotel Castillo Hotel Son Vida (Luxury Collection). Green fee €90-150. Classic senior choice for a premium experience.

2nd Place — Alcanada (Alcúdia)

✓ TOP-RATED, SEA VIEW.

Alcanada (Robert Trent Jones Jr., 2003): Consistently among Mallorca's top 5. Sea views on every hole. Green fees €130-200. One of the highlights of any trip to Mallorca.

3rd Place — Pula Golf (Son Servera)

Fair Pricing + Parkland.

Pula Golf: Parkland-style with large trees. Green fee €60-100. Senior programs available. Hotel Pula Suites next door.

4th Place — Son Gual (Palma)

✓ MODERN MASTERPIECE.

Son Gual (Thomas Himmel, 2007): one of the most modern courses in Mallorca. Green fee €130-200. Strategically demanding, very well maintained.

5th Place — Vall d’Or (Cala d’Or)

Price-Performance Tip.

Vall d'Or (Southeast Mallorca): Green fee €50-80. Excellent value for money. Senior-friendly (fair distances, good signage).

Mallorca offers the easiest senior golf experience in Europe. Short flight, easy logistics, no language barriers, and 24 quality courses within an hour’s drive of everywhere.

— Markus Reisen, Managing Director Olimar Reisen

Three tips for Mallorca trips.

Rental Car Requirement

Parking spaces are distributed across the island. Rental cars for €100-180 per week are essential. Hertz, Sixt, and AVIS often have senior rates.

Choose region by travel character

Southwest (city + golf), Southeast (peace + beach), North (nature + hiking). Region shapes travel character.

March-May + September-October ideal

Peak season July/August too hot. Spring and autumn optimal: 22-26°C, fair prices, fewer tourists.

On this page

ON THIS PAGE

01 Three Majorca regions

02 Five Senior Recommendations

03 What Mallorca is not

Mathias Struwe

PUBLISHER · HCP 31 · 68 YRS.

24 seats

on an island with 3,640 km².

REFERENCE

DGV Member Statistics 2024. Golf Tourism Reports (KPMG 2024). PGA Travel Partner Overview. IAGTO Golf Tourism Report 2024. World Golf Awards 2024.

What Mallorca is not

Mallorca is the easiest senior golf destination in Europe - but it's not the most affordable. Those looking for the lowest budget will find better options in Turkey or Tunisia. Mallorca scores points for logistics and comfort, not for pricing.

THREE FIRST STEPS

How to plan your Mallorca trip in 30 minutes

Select region

City proximity (southwest), quiet (southeast), nature (north). Determines hotel choice and daily activities.

Book rental car in advance

Senior rate at Hertz, Sixt, or AVIS. €100-€180 per week. Without a rental car, Mallorca becomes logistically frustrating.

4-5 Green Fees as a Mix

Mix of premium (Alcanada, Son Gual) and value-for-money (Vall d'Or, Pula). 4-5 rounds in 7 days is typical for seniors — the rest is for the pool, beach, and restaurants.