Tucked into Murcia's sun-drenched south-east coast, ONA Mar Menor is built around a championship layout co-designed by Jack Nicklaus and Dave Thomas, and it's one of the region's standout golf resorts for good reason. The course alone would justify the trip, but guests also have access to Saurines de La Torre and Hacienda del Alamo nearby, giving you variety across three very different tests. That mix of quality golf, a five-star hotel with proper spa facilities, and a location just an hour from Alicante makes Mar Menor a very complete resort set-up by Spanish standards, especially for golfers.
The hotel sits close to the village of Torre Pacheco, with many rooms looking straight out over the fairways. It's the kind of place where you can finish your round, walk back to a hydrotherapy bath in your room, and still make dinner without rushing. The spa is a serious operation, not just a token wellness area, and the restaurant leans into Murcian and Mediterranean cooking with enough ambition to keep you on-site most evenings. If you want a base that covers the essentials for most golf breaks without needing to drive around every night, Mar Menor does a lot of the heavy lifting. For more on the wider area, see our guide to the best golf resorts in Murcia and the best golf resorts in Spain.
Who is this for?
Golfers or groups looking for a quality Spanish resort break that combines championship golf with five-star facilities, a full spa, and easy access from Alicante. Ideal for couples, small groups or societies who want variety in their golf and a hotel that feels like a proper retreat rather than just somewhere to sleep.
Who is it best for?
Mid-to-low handicappers who want to test themselves on a Nicklaus/Thomas design, plus anyone travelling with a non-golfing partner who'll appreciate the spa, pool and restaurant while you're out on the course. Also suits golfers who value convenience, with everything you need, including multiple courses, within a short drive of a single base.
