Local Golf Facilities

BONALBA GOLF Opened in 1995, the Bonalba is the oldest and most settled in 18-holed course. The course designed by Ramón Espinosa is a diverse entity of trees, water obstacles, bunkers and large greens, making it an enjoyable experience for pros and amateurs alike. Bonalba has already been a stage for various competitions, despite its relatively young age. The 6,367 metre, 18 hole par 72 Bonalba golf course is situated in the foot hills of the Sierra de Bonalba.	From: 01/10/09-30/09/10 Green Fees per person per round: €68
It overlooks the Mediterranean Sea and the beaches of San Juan. It is situated between large lakes on gentle slopes and has its own Golf Academy with qualified, professional instructors.
Bonalba Golf Course Information: Holes: 18 Par: 72 Soft Spikes: compulsory Handicap Certificate: yes Male Handicap: 36 Female Handicap: 36 Buggy Hire: available	Bonalba is located approximately 10 minutes from *“Oceansview”* The best route to the course is by taking the highway (A7) that goes from Alicante to Valencia and then heading towards Alcoi (exit 67) to the left. The course is only a few minutes off the highway, with signs guiding the way.

From: 01/10/2009 - To: 30/09/2010 Green Fees per Person per round €62	ALICANTE GOLF The legendary Spanish player Severiano Ballesteros designed Alicante Golf city-course. The course offers a good challenge for pros and amateurs alike. Along the course there are seven water hazards, so getting used to playing between the obstacles is important. Alicante Golf Course Information Holes: 18 Par: 72 Soft Spikes: compulsory Handicap Certificate: yes Male Handicap: 36 Female Handicap: 36 Buggy Hire: available
The 6,270 metre Alicante golf course of par 72 requires a different strategic approach to every hole and obliges players to use all clubs. Each of its very balanced legs of 3,125 metres and 3,145 metres respectively features three holes par 3, three par 4 and three par 5. It stands out for its long tees, wide fairways, beautiful park areas and its splendid lakes. Alicante Golf is about 15 mins south of *Oceansview* near the town of San Juan.

ALENDA GOLF Opened in 1999 and designed by Roland Favrat, Alenda is a pleasant golfing experience for players of all levels. On this course, a good shot is not defined by the distance the ball is hit, but by the accuracy of the shot. The first 9 holes are entertaining and easy to play, with wide fairways limited by pines, carob trees and palm trees. The second 9 requires higher concentration and precision is more important than distance. Holes 16 and 18 will clearly define the result on your scorecard.	From: 01/11/09-30/06/10 Green Fees per Person per round €49
Alenda Golf is about 25 minutes from *Oceansview* The easiest way to reach Alenda Golf is by taking the highway towards Madrid. The course is 15 kilometres towards Madrid on the right side of the highway. A good landmark is a gas station located next to the clubhouse.

From: 1/10/2009- To: 15/09/2010 Green Fees per person per round: €66	EL PLANTIO GOLF The El Plantío course has only been open since 2000, but it is now fully operational 18-hole course. The wide fairways allow even high handicap players the chance to enjoy the game. Other good qualities of the course include short walking distances, and the distance from a green to the next tee is no more than a few ten meters away. Although the course is only a short distance away from a residential area, there is still a tranquil atmosphere. The course is surrounded by hills lining the sea, and inland mountains, that give a unique sense of detachment from everything else.
El Plantio Golf Course Information Holes: 18 Par: 72 Soft Spikes: compulsory Handicap Certificate: yes Male Handicap: 0 Female Handicap: 0 Buggy Hire: available	El Plantio is the only golf club on the Costa Blanca with two courses, one of 18 holes par 72 and one of 9 holes. Uniquely, the El Plantio golf courses have no holiday housing around it and give a feeling of total peace and tranquility. The par 72 has a new and daring design that challenges all players, regardless of their handicap, and a par 3 that will delight most players and help them to improve their short game.
El Plantío is about 25 mins south of *Oceansview* along the old road to Elche, near the airport.