Nestled in the forested hills of Costa Brava, the Stadium Course is the flagship of Camiral resort—a masterpiece born from over a decade of European Tour planning. Designed by Neil Coles and Ángel Gallardo and opened in 1999, this 6,700-yard par-72 beast was envisioned as Europe's answer to TPC Sawgrass, and it delivers with uncompromising authority. Sweeping undulating fairways thread through pine, cork, and oak forests, while dramatic elevation changes and strategic water hazards on seven of the toughest holes demand absolute precision. The course has hosted the Spanish Open three times, regularly hosts the European Tour Qualifying School Finals, and was Spain's bid for the 2022 Ryder Cup.
What makes the Stadium Course truly special is its setting: framed by the Pyrenees, dotted with pristine lakes, and carpeted with purple heather that creates a visual feast alongside the playing challenge. Every hole presents carefully considered strategy, with bunkering that looks purposeful rather than punitive—though make no mistake, this is not a forgiving layout. The conditioning is immaculate year-round, thanks to the cooler northern climate. Signature holes like the dramatic par-3 11th (180+ meters over water) and the stunning par-5 3rd (playing downhill to the property edge) are the stuff of golf memories.
The resort experience elevates everything further: the renovated 5-star Hotel Camiral (member of Leading Hotels of the World) sits adjacent to the property, while the Golf Hub practice facility features advanced ball-tracking technology, swing analysis systems, and Spain's largest putting green. For groups seeking a complete luxury golf experience, Camiral delivers championship-caliber golf in an incomparably beautiful setting.
The flagship championship course, ranked Spain's #1 and #3 in continental Europe, designed for championship competition.
The more playable companion course with wider fairways and larger greens, but still a European Tour Qualifying School venue.
Hotel Camiral, a 5-star luxury property and member of The Leading Hotels of the World, features 230 rooms and suites with modern, stylish architecture. Also available: LAVIDA Hotel (50 rooms) designed for active travelers. Both offer fine dining, spa facilities, wellness center, and swimming pools.