Valderrama
Course Overview
Valderrama’s championship layout is built around thoughtful placement and precision, offering a chance to experience the setting of the 1997 Ryder Cup.
At a glance
- Layout
- Championship course
- Par
- 71
- Designer
- Robert Trent Jones Sr.
- Playing emphasis
- Placement and precision
Choose the shot you can repeat
The club’s history describes a course intended to demand thought on every shot. Our take: a reliable position and a clear next shot are a better starting plan than chasing extra distance. Source Valderrama — official history (undated PDF)↗
Keep the warm-up within the visit
Valderrama’s visitor information limits practice access and requires groups to maintain pace. Confirm your check-in and warm-up arrangements with the club so you can start without rushing. Source Valderrama — visitor information (undated PDF; reconfirm before travel)↗
Before you book
Which tees should I choose?
Discuss your handicap and normal driving distance with the golf team; use the current scorecard.
What should I check if I need a buggy?
Reserve any required equipment in advance and confirm that course conditions permit its use on your date.
Sources & checking date
This guide was researched from the sources listed below on 20 September 2026. Older publications are identified below. Visitor policies, services and prices remain subject to club confirmation. “Our take” is BookGolfDirect’s interpretation of the published layout.
Course Characteristics
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | OUT | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | IN | TOT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 71 |
| White (m) | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0 | 0 |
| Yellow (m) | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0 | 0 |
| Red (m) | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0 | 0 |
| HCP | 7 | 13 | 15 | 1 | 17 | 3 | 5 | 9 | 11 | - | 4 | 2 | 18 | 10 | 8 | 16 | 6 | 14 | 12 | - | - |
Course Map
Course map coming soon
Hole by Hole Guide
Hole 1
Par 4 • HCP 7 • ?mHole 2
Par 4 • HCP 13 • ?mHole 3
Par 3 • HCP 15 • ?mHole 4
Par 5 • HCP 1 • ?mHole 5
Par 3 • HCP 17 • ?mHole 6
Par 4 • HCP 3 • ?mHole 7
Par 4 • HCP 5 • ?mHole 8
Par 4 • HCP 9 • ?mHole 9
Par 4 • HCP 11 • ?mHole 10
Par 4 • HCP 4 • ?mHole 11
Par 5 • HCP 2 • ?mHole 12
Par 3 • HCP 18 • ?mHole 13
Par 4 • HCP 10 • ?mHole 14
Par 4 • HCP 8 • ?mHole 15
Par 3 • HCP 16 • ?mHole 16
Par 4 • HCP 6 • ?mHole 17
Par 5 • HCP 14 • ?mHole 18
Par 4 • HCP 12 • ?mGreen Fees (guide prices)
Guide prices only — actual rates may vary by season, time of day, and availability. Always confirm directly with the club before booking.
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