Capdepera Golf Mallorca: Peace, Panoramas and a Round with Character

Capdepera Golf: Mallorca golf without the big show

Capdepera Golf is one of those Mallorca courses that does not need to shout for attention. Set in a quiet valley between Artà and Capdepera, the 18-hole course feels pleasantly removed from large hotel complexes and dense development. That is a big part of its appeal. You arrive, hear fewer cars and more birds, look towards the hills of the Llevant and quickly get the sense that the golf matters more here than the staging around it. If you like to combine a golf holiday in Mallorca with nature, tranquillity and a club that still feels personal, Capdepera deserves a place on your list.

The course was designed by American golf architect Dan Maples and plays as an 18-hole, par-72 layout of around 5,850 metres from the white tees. The opening holes are comparatively open and flat, running through a former agricultural valley where almond trees once formed part of the landscape. Later, the character changes noticeably. The final six holes climb into the foothills of the Llevant mountains, become more undulating and demand greater attention to club selection and uneven lies. The result is a round that never feels repetitive. It is more like two different chapters of the same course.

The first twelve holes: settle in, but stay alert

Capdepera gives you some breathing room early in the round. Several fairways are generous, the landscape is more open and it is easier to find your rhythm than on some of Mallorca's tighter mountain courses. That does not mean you should simply pull driver on every tee. Six lakes feature across the course, bunkers and groups of trees are sensibly positioned, and several doglegs reward players who think before they swing. In dry conditions, the ball can run much farther on Mallorca fairways than many visitors are used to at home. If you aim only at the flag and ignore the shape of the hole, you can make certain holes much harder than they need to be.

That balance makes Capdepera enjoyable for a wide range of handicaps. Better players will find enough strategic decisions to keep them interested, while mid-handicap golfers do not spend the entire round feeling as though they are fighting the course. Our advice is simple: do not treat the opening holes as an invitation to attack everything. The more demanding shots are still to come. If you can keep your score under control through the twelfth, you put yourself in a good position for the most memorable part of the round.

Hole 15: the shot you will remember

By the final six holes, Capdepera reveals a different side. The course climbs into the hills, the views become broader and the golf more demanding. The best-known hole is the 15th, a par 3 set high above the valley with a wide panoramic view towards the coast. The club notes that Mallorca Magazin has repeatedly recognised it as one of the island's most beautiful golf holes. Before you tee off, it is worth forgetting the scorecard and rangefinder for a moment and simply taking in the landscape.

From a golfing point of view, however, the 15th is more than a postcard stop. Elevation, wind and the visual effect of the terrain can all influence club choice. This is where Capdepera shows why it is more than an easy holiday course. The closing holes demand clean decisions and a little energy. If you walk the entire course, you will notice the climb. A buggy can therefore be a sensible choice if your fitness is limited or you are playing during the warmer months.

What does a round cost in 2026?

Capdepera uses dynamic green-fee pricing in 2026. During high season, the club lists 18-hole rates before 9:00 a.m. from €95, while tee times from 9:00 a.m. start from €125. Separate offers are also available for 12 or 9 holes at selected morning and afternoon times. The exact price depends on the date and demand, so it makes little sense to rely on an old price table in a travel guide. Check your chosen date directly through the club's official booking system before you plan the rest of the day.

The early times are particularly attractive in summer or whenever you want to keep the afternoon free. You play before the strongest midday heat and can then head to Artà, Cala Ratjada or one of the beaches in the north-east. In spring and autumn, popular tee times should be booked well in advance. Capdepera itself points out that the course is in strong demand and recommends early reservations.

Locked in your tee time? Reserve your rental set now so the clubs are ready when you are.

Roca Viva: do not rush straight back to the car

For many golfers, the Roca Viva restaurant is part of the Capdepera experience. Its terrace overlooks the 18th green and is exactly the sort of place where a missed birdie putt or a ball in the water gets discussed one more time after the round. The kitchen follows Mallorcan and Mediterranean influences, and according to the club many ingredients are sourced locally, with a menu that changes with the seasons. In summer, you sit outside looking across the course; in winter, the indoor area feels noticeably more intimate.

The restaurant also makes Capdepera a good choice for couples where only one person plays golf. You can meet after the round without the non-golfer having to spend four hours waiting around the clubhouse. Artà is only a short drive away and is well worth visiting in its own right. A morning at the market, a walk through town and lunch at Roca Viva make for a very relaxed Mallorca day.

Artà, Capdepera and Cala Ratjada: a strong base for several golf days

If you stay in the north-east of Mallorca, Capdepera is only one of several good courses within easy reach. Canyamel Golf, Pula Golf and Golf Son Servera can all be combined without crossing the island every day. Alcanada is also realistic as a day trip. This makes the region especially suitable for a golf week where you want to experience different styles of course without spending an hour or more in the car every morning.

Cala Ratjada works well if you like a broad choice of restaurants and bars in the evening. Artà is quieter and more traditionally Mallorcan, while Canyamel and Costa de los Pinos lean more towards nature, beaches and upscale hotels. The best base therefore depends less on golf than on how you want to spend the hours after your round. For golf itself, the location is excellent.

Rental clubs instead of sports baggage: especially useful for a golf week

If you plan to play three or four courses in the north-east, you do not necessarily need to bring your own golf bag to Mallorca. Rent2Play.Golf is a premium golf club rental service in Mallorca that delivers high-quality TaylorMade and Callaway sets to hotels, holiday accommodation, golf courses or the airport and collects them again at the end of the rental period. You can keep the same set for several days and use it at Capdepera, Canyamel or Pula without having to adjust to a different rental set at every club.

This is particularly convenient on shorter trips. There is no oversized baggage, less waiting at the airport and more space in the rental car. Rent2Play.Golf offers, among other options, men's, women's and left-handed sets as well as graphite and steel shafts. If you have specific requirements, book early. Your clubs can then be waiting where you need them on arrival, leaving you to focus on the question that actually matters on the first tee: driver, or a little more control? Looking for the latest head? Take a look at the TaylorMade Qi4D sets.

Even the delivery is quieter

Rent2Play.Golf delivers its rental sets across Mallorca in a 100% electric Toyota Proace City. That means no local exhaust emissions during delivery and significantly less noise around hotels and residential areas than with a conventional delivery van. On the longer routes into the north-east, it is a small but tangible contribution towards a more sustainable golf trip.

Nothing changes for you in terms of convenience. The clubs are delivered directly to your hotel, finca or, if preferred, the golf course and collected again afterwards. The service suits an area such as Capdepera, where golf, nature and tranquillity already sit more naturally together than in many of the island's busier tourism centres.

Who is Capdepera Golf right for?

Capdepera is particularly well suited to golfers who enjoy courses that fit naturally into their surroundings and are not hemmed in by property development. The course gives you enough space to settle into the round, yet the final holes become challenging enough to keep stronger players fully engaged. The combination of valley, mountains, lakes and the famous 15th hole ensures that the round stays in the memory.

If, on the other hand, you are looking for a completely flat resort course where you can play four hours with hardly any elevation change, there are better options elsewhere. Capdepera's appeal lies precisely in the contrast. That is also why it is worth playing a second time: on your first visit you spend plenty of time looking at the scenery; on your second, you already know where being too aggressive can cost you.

Practical tips for your first round at Capdepera

Allow a little more time before your first round than the drive itself might suggest. The driving range and practice areas are close to the clubhouse and are useful for getting a feel for the greens and ball flight. Wind in the hills can behave differently from the lower valley, especially in the morning, so factor both elevation and wind direction into club selection rather than relying only on the distance. If you enjoy walking, the opening twelve holes are comfortable enough, but save some energy for the hillier closing stretch.

It also pays to be sensible when choosing tees. Capdepera is more enjoyable when you play it strategically rather than trying to manufacture distance from every position. And do not schedule your next appointment immediately after the 18th. Part of the course's charm is that the day is allowed to slow down here. Spend an hour on the terrace after your round and you will quickly understand why so many returning guests come back for the relaxed atmosphere as much as the golf.

Capdepera Golf: a course that suits its corner of Mallorca

Capdepera Golf is not a course built around grand gestures. Its appeal comes from peace, landscape, a friendly club atmosphere and a design that changes noticeably as the round progresses. The opening holes allow you to settle in; the final six demand your full attention. Between them, there are enough strategic questions to keep both ambitious golfers and relaxed holiday players interested.

If you are planning a Mallorca golf holiday in the north-east, Capdepera belongs on the shortlist. Reserve your tee time early, leave some time for Roca Viva after the round and combine the course with Canyamel, Pula or Son Servera. And if you prefer to leave your own golf bag at home, you can reserve your clubs in advance with Rent2Play.Golf and have them delivered directly to the north-east. Less luggage, less organising and more time for a round that feels very much like Mallorca.

Editorial sources

Capdepera Golf official website · Capdepera Golf course description · Capdepera Golf 2026 rates · Roca Viva Restaurant · Real Federación Española de Golf · Rent2Play.Golf. Information reviewed November 2026.