Sotogrande, Spain – 27 May 2025 – SO/ Sotogrande Spa and Golf Resort has been recognised as one of only four Golf Resorts of the Year 2025 (European Edition) by the International Association of Golf Tour Operators (IAGTO).
The award was announced last week during the 25th annual IAGTO Awards Gala Dinner held in Gran Canaria, celebrating excellence in golf tourism worldwide. The winners were selected by IAGTO’s global network of 712 golf tour operators, who voted for destinations and resorts that consistently delivered exceptional experiences and service to their clients.
The accolade places SO/ Sotogrande Spa and Golf Resort among the most highly regarded golf resorts in Europe, reinforcing its position as a leading destination for both golf and wellness on the Costa del Sol.
“We’re incredibly proud to be recognised by IAGTO and its global community of golf tour operators,” said Stéphane Menou, General Manager of SO/ Sotogrande. “This award is a testament to our team’s dedication and the unique experience we offer – where contemporary luxury, first-class spa facilities, and top-tier golf converge. Alongside our own resort offering, our guests enjoy access to exceptional golf courses including Real Club Valderrama, Real Club Sotogrande, and La Reserva Club, making Sotogrande a true haven for golfers.”
Located in southern Spain, SO/ Sotogrande blends relaxed sophistication with holistic wellness and rich Andalusian heritage, offering guests everything from bespoke golf packages to signature spa treatments, refined gastronomy, and panoramic views of the Mediterranean landscape.
Looking ahead, Sotogrande is set to strengthen its reputation as a premier golf destination with the unveiling of its new state-of-the-art Golf Academy, located on-site at SO/ Sotogrande. This new chapter will further enhance the region’s offering for both amateur and professional players, reinforcing Sotogrande’s long-standing ties to the sport and its commitment to delivering world-class facilities and experiences.
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About Sotogrande SA
Sotogrande SA, founded in 1962, is the promoter and developer of the “Sotogrande®️, Andalucía” brand.
Located in the province of Cádiz around the Guadiaro River, it occupies an area that covers 20 km2 from the Mediterranean Sea to the foothills of the Sierra Almenara.
This residential and leisure destination has a community of 2,500 permanent international homes and approximately 8,000 in high season. It houses more than 300 companies and one of the best international schools in Spain, Sotogrande International School.
It is also one of the main sports destinations in Europe where you can practice water sports, tennis, polo and of course golf, as it has four championship golf courses.
Easily accessible from major European cities (Gibraltar and Malaga airports) and 30 minutes west of Marbella, it was founded in 1962 by businessman and philanthropist Colonel Joseph McMicking. sotogrande.com/the-developer
The destination has come a long way since the new owners took the reins in 2014. The first step they took as part of the investment project was the repair of the roads, the improvement of the infrastructure and gardens of the complex. The emblematic marina of Sotogrande® came alive with a new program of activities and the opening of new restaurants, cafes and boutiques.
La Reserva Club is the next chapter in the history of the famous Sotogrande®, a residential sotogrande.com/gated-communities and leisure club www.lareservaclubsotogrande.com that occupies an area of 600 hectares composed of an 18-hole golf course, one of the best in Spain, two restaurants, tennis courts and padel tennis, a beach club that has a sandy beach, semi-Olympic pool for adults only and lagoon for water sports such as paddle surfing, kayaking or jet boarding, as well as a wellness area and kids club. www.lareservaclubsotogrande.com/es/el-club
Nature and refinement play an important role, as well as its low density with a construction of only 25% of the land – residents benefit from vast green vistas and live surrounded by the natural environment. This private estate is a place where you can live and enjoy special moments with family and friends, offering them what truly matters: security, privacy, a family-friendly atmosphere, and first-class amenities thanks to the great lifestyle and numerous activities available year-round.