Every hole at Sancti Petri Hills carries an unmistakable signature. The Manuel Piñero course is the work of one of Spain’s most decorated golfers: an 18-hole, par 68 layout in Chiclana de la Frontera designed to challenge you and win you over in equal measure. Here the winner isn’t whoever hits it furthest, but whoever thinks each shot through best: strategy, precision and the true spirit of Andalusian golf come together among pine woods, fast greens and the breeze off La Barrosa.
A par 68 course with the Manuel Piñero stamp
The Manuel Piñero course was born from the vision of a legendary champion of Spanish golf, and that authorship shows in every detail of the layout. Sancti Petri Hills Golf is a short but technical and demanding course, a par 68 that steers clear of brute force to reward smart golf. Piñero conceived a course open to every level, where a beginner can enjoy the round and an experienced player always finds a puzzle to solve. The designer’s mark is in the way the fairways open up between the pines, in how the lakes guard the greens and in the way the terrain makes you read every situation before you pull a club from the bag.
Strategy over power: how to play golf in Chiclana
Golf is a game of strategy, and this course is the perfect stage to prove it. At Sancti Petri Hills the challenge isn’t hitting it hard, but getting the most out of your game: thinking through every shot, weighing up the wind, choosing the right club and finding the line that leaves you in the best position for the next one. Getting past the hazards and reaching the green with precision is the key to a good round. The fast, undulating greens demand a careful read; the lakes and bunkers punish any lack of accuracy; and the breeze coming up from La Barrosa beach changes your club selection completely from one day to the next. That’s why the Manuel Piñero course is so enjoyable: every round is a new puzzle to solve.
The holes that define the course
Playing these 18 holes means understanding the philosophy of their designer: a short, technical layout where placement off the tee, reading the wind that comes up from La Barrosa and club selection matter far more than distance. The pines squeeze the fairways, the lakes and bunkers protect fast, well-defended greens, and every hole poses its own strategic decision before you pull a club from the bag. The best way to get to know it is to see it: in our hole-by-hole course guide you’ll find a video of each of the 18 holes so you can plan your round before your visit.
Fast greens, pine woods and lakes: the character of the course
What makes the Manuel Piñero course special is its balance. The fairways wind between pine woods that bring shade and beauty, while the lakes and water areas come into play on the most demanding holes. The fast greens, with well-thought-out undulations, are the course’s last line of defence: a good approach isn’t enough if you misread the break of the putt. It’s a course that combines strategy, beauty and technical challenge without ever relying on length. That’s what sets it apart from other courses in the area: here the complete golfer wins, the one who knows how to manage their round hole by hole.
Sustainable golf next to La Barrosa beach
The course sits above La Barrosa beach, in the Lomas de Sancti Petri development, right next to Novo Sancti Petri. As well as a design with history, it has a genuine commitment to its surroundings: irrigation uses recycled water from the La Barrosa wastewater treatment plant, a way of caring for the course and the land at the same time. Being a stone’s throw from the sea turns every day into a two-in-one plan, because Chiclana is one of the great destinations on the Costa de la Luz. It’s well worth discovering its beaches, food and heritage on the Chiclana tourism website to round off your golf getaway with an afternoon facing the Atlantic.
Clubhouse, practice facilities and everything you need
To make the experience complete, the club offers a driving range and putting green to warm up before you tee off, buggy and trolley hire, a golf shop and a clubhouse with a restaurant and terrace to refuel after your round. We also have a golf school and academy for anyone who wants to improve their game and learn to manage the course better, plus free parking. Whether you’re coming to compete or looking for a relaxed day out, you’ll find everything you need to enjoy the Manuel Piñero course in comfort.
How to book your green fee at Sancti Petri Hills
Playing the Manuel Piñero course is just a click away. You can book your green fee online on our website, by phone or directly at reception, and choose the time that suits you best to discover why this course wins over golfers who value strategy over power. If you have any questions about tee times, lessons or seasons, get in touch through our contact page: we’ll help you organise your next day of golf in Chiclana.
Frequently asked questions about the Manuel Piñero course
Who designed the Sancti Petri Hills course?
The course bears the signature of Manuel Piñero, one of the most renowned Spanish golfers in history. His design shows in a technical, strategic par 68 course, built to reward precision and smart play.
Is it a difficult course for beginners?
No. It’s a short course open to every level, although its strategic character also makes it demanding for experienced players. Everyone finds their own challenge according to their level.
How can I get to know the course hole by hole?
Every hole has its own personality, shaped by the pine woods, lakes and fast greens that define Piñero’s design. The best way to discover it is to see it: in our hole-by-hole course guide you’ll find a video of each of the 18 holes so you can plan your strategy before you play.
How can I book a green fee?
You can book online on our website, by phone or at reception. For any questions about tee times, lessons or seasons, contact the club and we’ll help you plan your day in Chiclana.