There are golf resorts in Spain that are attractive because of the quality of their course, others because of their residential communities, and others because they happen to be close to the sea. Serena Golf in Los Alcázares, in the Region of Murcia, brings all three elements together in a particularly interesting way.

Often referred to as La Serena Golf or Serena Golf Los Alcázares, the resort occupies a privileged position on the Costa Cálida, just a few minutes from the centre of Los Alcázares and the beaches of the Mar Menor. It combines an 18-hole golf course designed by former Ryder Cup player Manuel Piñero with a clubhouse, restaurant, practice facilities and a growing residential environment of apartments and villas.

What makes the location especially interesting for property buyers is its unusual combination of characteristics. This is not an inland golf resort where the beach is a long drive away. Nor is it a traditional seaside development where the golf course is merely an additional attraction. At Serena Golf, golf and the Mar Menor are genuinely part of the same lifestyle: a round of golf in the morning, lunch at the clubhouse, a walk along the seafront in the afternoon and dinner in Los Alcázares in the evening.

The official Serena Golf website describes the course as being only around three minutes from Los Alcázares, while the municipality itself offers approximately seven kilometres of coastline along the Mar Menor.

For buyers looking for a second home, permanent residence, golf property or a potentially rentable holiday home, Serena Golf deserves a closer look.

Where Is Serena Golf?

Serena Golf is located in Los Alcázares, on the southeastern coast of Spain, in the Region of Murcia. Its official address is Avenida Príncipe Felipe 30, 30710 Los Alcázares, Murcia.

Serena Golf

The location is one of the resort’s strongest selling points.

The golf course sits immediately inland from the Mar Menor, one of Europe’s most distinctive coastal environments. The official tourism authority describes the Mar Menor as a large coastal saltwater lagoon covering approximately 170 square kilometres, separated from the Mediterranean Sea by the long sandy strip of La Manga. Its warm, relatively shallow waters have historically made the area particularly suitable for sailing and other water sports.

The practical consequence for a homeowner is important: Serena Golf does not feel isolated.

Los Alcázares is close enough to reach easily for restaurants, cafés, supermarkets, medical services, shops and the seafront, while the golf course itself provides a quieter residential environment away from the busiest parts of the coastal promenade.

The official golf website describes the course as being approximately three minutes from Los Alcázares. Serena Golf Apartments, meanwhile, markets the location as approximately five minutes from the town and the beaches of the Mar Menor.

This makes the resort particularly appealing to people who want the best of two worlds: the privacy and open views of a golf environment combined with the convenience of a genuine Spanish coastal town.

The Serena Golf Course

An 18-hole Manuel Piñero design

The heart of the development is, naturally, the golf course.

Serena Golf is an 18-hole, par-72 course designed by Manuel Piñero, the former Spanish professional golfer and Ryder Cup player. The official course information gives a maximum length of approximately 6,168 metres, with alternative tee distances down to around 4,923 metres. The layout contains ten par-4s, four par-3s and four par-5s.

This is an important characteristic of Serena Golf. It is not simply a course built around housing. The golf itself has a strong identity.

The landscape is relatively open, with gentle changes in elevation, undulating fairways, palm trees, olive trees, water hazards and a substantial number of strategically positioned bunkers. The official course description highlights approximately 70 bunkers, while water comes into play on 16 of the 18 holes.

That combination creates a course where accuracy and strategy matter.

A player who simply attempts to hit every shot as far as possible can find the course surprisingly demanding. Water hazards and bunkers create risk around many landing zones and greens, while the alternative routes available on several holes reward golfers who understand positioning.

At the same time, the layout is not necessarily intimidating for higher-handicap players. There are safer options on many holes, allowing the golfer to choose between a conservative route and a more aggressive one.

This strategic element is one of the most attractive features of the course.

Water, bunkers and the coastal landscape

Water is one of the defining visual features of Serena Golf.

Large lakes and interconnected water features appear throughout the course, creating a landscape that feels more like a wetland environment than a conventional inland golf resort. The water also provides the strategic backbone of many holes.

The official course description emphasises that water is present on 16 of the 18 holes. This means that golfers have to think about club selection, landing areas and risk management throughout the round.

The bunkering is equally distinctive. Rather than relying exclusively on small, conventional hazards, the course uses larger sculpted bunkers that become prominent visual elements.

The result is a course that can be attractive even to non-golfers. From the surrounding properties, the fairways, lakes, palm trees and manicured green spaces create long open views that are particularly appealing from terraces and balconies.

For property owners, this is an important distinction.

A golf view at Serena Golf is not simply a view of a fairway. Depending on the position of the property, it can include water, mature landscaping, palm trees and the surrounding countryside, with the Mar Menor and distant landscape adding another layer to the panorama.

The Torre del Rame

One of Serena Golf’s most unusual features is the historic Torre del Rame, a medieval defensive tower around which the golf course has been designed.

The official Serena Golf website describes the tower as dating from the sixth century, while the official tourism information for the Region of Murcia identifies the medieval Torre del Rame as an important surviving feature of the local landscape.

The tower gives the course something that many modern golf developments lack: a genuine historical landmark.

Instead of looking across a completely manufactured landscape, golfers and residents have a visual connection with an older layer of the region’s history.

This also contributes to the character of the clubhouse, whose first-floor terrace overlooks both the golf course and the historic tower.

The Clubhouse and Golf Facilities

Serena Golf’s clubhouse is designed to serve both golfers and visitors looking for somewhere to relax.

The official facilities include:

• A clubhouse restaurant and bar
• A large outdoor terrace
• Lounge and relaxation areas
• Modern changing rooms
• Lockers and showers
• Three practice greens
• A driving range
• Pro Shop
• Caddy Master
• Golf club and buggy rental
• Electric-car charging facilities
• Free parking

The clubhouse restaurant, Torre del Rame, is particularly relevant to the lifestyle proposition. The official website presents it as a venue for breakfast, lunch and dinner, with the large terrace overlooking the course and historic tower.

This matters for property owners because the golf course is not simply a place to play 18 holes.

It can become part of everyday life.

A homeowner can meet friends for breakfast, play nine or eighteen holes, have lunch overlooking the course or simply use the clubhouse as a social meeting point.

The practice facilities also make the course more attractive to regular golfers. Three practice greens and a driving range provide opportunities to warm up before a round or work on specific areas of the game.

Golf for Different Levels of Player

One of the advantages of Serena Golf is its strategic rather than purely physical character.

The course can be challenging for accomplished golfers because of its water and bunker placement, but the presence of multiple tees means that players can choose an appropriate length.

The published course information lists slope ratings ranging from approximately 115 to 137 depending on the tee, reinforcing the fact that the course can offer a substantially different challenge depending on where it is played from.

The opening holes immediately establish the character of the course.

For example, the official hole guide describes the second hole as a par-4 with water on the right and a large, flower-shaped bunker protecting the green on the left. The hole measures up to 353 metres from the longest tee.

It is a good illustration of the philosophy of Serena Golf: the player is encouraged to think before hitting.

Do you take the aggressive line? Do you favour the safer side? Do you attack the pin or play for the middle of the green?

These are the decisions that give the course its personality.

Living at Serena Golf

The residential side of Serena Golf is arguably just as interesting as the golf itself.

The area offers a mixture of established apartments and villas alongside newer developments, including modern low-rise apartment complexes and contemporary detached villas.

For an international buyer, the principal attraction is the combination of:

Golf + sea + town + airport access + year-round lifestyle.

That combination makes Serena Golf different from some of the more isolated golf resorts in the Murcia region.

A resident does not need to choose between living beside a golf course and living near the sea.

They can have both.

Apartments at Serena Golf

Apartments are generally the most accessible entry point into the Serena Golf property market.

Recent listings show a significant range depending on age, size, position, views, terrace, communal facilities and proximity to the golf course.

Current asking prices observed in the market include apartments around €240,000–€300,000 for a variety of two- and three-bedroom properties, while newer three-bedroom apartments can be advertised around €369,000.

Some current new-build developments advertise two-bedroom apartments from approximately €269,000–€299,000, with three-bedroom options from roughly €329,000–€369,000, depending on the development and specification.

Penthouse apartments can command substantially more, particularly when they include large solariums and golf views.

Current listings show examples around €379,000–€455,000 for larger two- and three-bedroom penthouses, although the exact specification and outdoor space can vary considerably.

A realistic apartment price guide

As a broad market guide rather than a valuation:

These figures should not be interpreted as fixed market values. Property prices can change significantly according to floor, orientation, golf views, terrace size, communal facilities, furniture, condition and whether the property is new or resale.

The current market evidence shows why Serena Golf is particularly interesting for buyers with budgets starting around the mid-€200,000s.

Villas at Serena Golf

Detached villas represent the premium end of the residential market.

The appeal is obvious: private outdoor space, gardens, terraces, private pools in many cases, greater privacy and direct views across the golf environment.

Current new-build listings in the Serena Golf area include detached three-bedroom villas advertised from around €565,000–€599,000, with larger or more extensively equipped properties moving above €600,000.

There are also existing villas and resale properties at different price levels, so the market should not be viewed as exclusively new-build.

A realistic villa price guide

A useful current guide would be:

Again, these are market ranges rather than formal valuations.

The price difference between a €500,000 villa and an €800,000 property can be explained by factors such as plot size, golf frontage, private swimming pool, construction quality, views, built area, basement or garage space and the quality of the outdoor living areas.

For buyers considering a villa, the position within the resort can therefore be as important as the headline number of bedrooms.

Why Golf Views Matter

Golf-front property is one of the strongest selling points at Serena Golf.

There is a psychological difference between looking onto another building and looking across a large landscaped golf course.

The latter creates a greater feeling of space.

This is particularly valuable in an apartment, where a large terrace overlooking the fairway can effectively become another living room for much of the year.

The Mediterranean climate encourages outdoor living, and a property with a south-, southeast- or southwest-facing terrace can potentially provide very different light and temperature characteristics from one with a less favourable orientation.

For investors, golf views can also improve the marketing appeal of a holiday rental.

However, buyers should distinguish between golf view, golf frontage and first-line golf position. These terms can mean different things in property advertisements.

A property described as having a golf view may simply look across another building towards the course. A genuine front-line property may have uninterrupted views and immediate access to the golf landscape.

That distinction can have a significant effect on value.

Serena Golf as a Property Investment

Serena Golf can be considered from three different investment perspectives.

1. Lifestyle investment

For many buyers, the best investment is simply the quality of life.

A property can be used for several weeks or months each year while retaining potential resale value.

This model suits owners who want a Spanish base without committing to full-time relocation.

2. Long-term residential investment

Los Alcázares is not purely a summer destination.

The town is a functioning municipality with permanent residents, shops, restaurants, services and year-round activity. The official tourism authority describes the local economy as heavily connected with services and tourism, but the town itself operates throughout the year.

This provides a more solid foundation for residential demand than a resort that essentially closes outside July and August.

3. Holiday and medium-term rental

The coastal location, golf course and international accessibility create obvious potential for holiday rental demand.

Serena Golf Apartments itself markets the location around the combination of golf and the Mar Menor, highlighting the short distance to Los Alcázares and its beaches.

However, anyone buying specifically for rental income should carry out proper due diligence.

Rental licensing, community rules, local regulations, management costs, cleaning, maintenance, utilities, insurance, taxes and seasonal occupancy all affect the actual return.

The gross rental income shown in an estate agent’s marketing material should never be confused with net investment return.

The Wider Los Alcázares Lifestyle

One of Serena Golf’s greatest advantages is that it is part of Los Alcázares rather than an isolated development in the countryside.

Los Alcázares has approximately seven kilometres of coastline, extending from Los Narejos to Punta Brava. Its seafront is characterised by promenades, beaches, restaurants and water-sports activities.

The official municipal tourism website highlights beaches including Playa de Las Palmeras, Playa Manzanares, Playa del Espejo, Playa de Los Narejos, Playa de La Concha and others.

The Mar Menor itself is particularly suited to people who enjoy calm-water activities.

Sailing, paddleboarding, kayaking, windsurfing and other nautical sports are widely associated with the lagoon. The official regional tourism authority describes the area as having warm, shallow waters and a network of nautical facilities and schools.

This means Serena Golf can appeal to a wider market than dedicated golfers.

A non-golfing partner or family member has an extensive range of activities available close to home.

Los Narejos

Los Narejos is effectively part of the wider Los Alcázares urban area and is particularly relevant to visitors and residents because of its beaches, restaurants, sports facilities and leisure environment.

For a Serena Golf homeowner, Los Narejos is close enough to form part of the everyday catchment area.

It also provides additional accommodation and commercial activity, helping create a more diversified local economy.

San Javier

To the north is San Javier, another important Mar Menor municipality.

San Javier provides additional shopping, services, restaurants and access to the northern part of the lagoon.

The wider San Javier and Santiago de la Ribera area is particularly attractive for those who enjoy the waterfront and nautical lifestyle.

From Serena Golf, the northern Mar Menor can be reached comfortably by car, making it easy to explore different beaches and restaurants without having to rely exclusively on Los Alcázares.

San Pedro del Pinatar

Further north is San Pedro del Pinatar, famous for the Salinas y Arenales de San Pedro del Pinatar Regional Park.

This is one of the most distinctive natural areas around the Mar Menor and is particularly well known for its salt flats, wetlands and birdlife.

It provides a very different experience from the golf course and beaches of Los Alcázares and is an excellent destination for walking and nature photography.

Cartagena

To the southwest lies Cartagena, one of the most historically important cities in the Region of Murcia.

Cartagena offers a completely different urban experience, with Roman archaeology, museums, the historic centre, restaurants, harbour facilities and cultural attractions.

The city is close enough to make a very practical day trip from Serena Golf.

For a permanent resident, Cartagena also provides access to a larger urban economy and a broader range of professional and cultural services.

Murcia City

Murcia city is further inland and provides the region’s major metropolitan environment.

The city has a historic centre, university, shopping, restaurants, cultural attractions and a much larger range of services than the coastal municipalities.

For Serena Golf residents, Murcia offers the possibility of enjoying coastal living without being disconnected from a substantial Spanish city.

La Manga and the Mediterranean

One of the great geographical advantages of the Mar Menor is that it provides access to two very different coastal environments.

The Mar Menor is a sheltered lagoon, while beyond La Manga lies the open Mediterranean.

The official regional tourism authority describes La Manga as a narrow strip separating the lagoon from the Mediterranean and extending for roughly 22–24 kilometres depending on the source and measurement convention. It provides beaches on both sides and access to a remarkable variety of coastal landscapes.

For residents of Serena Golf, this means that a beach day does not have to mean the same beach every time.

There are calm lagoon beaches, open Mediterranean beaches, natural areas, fishing villages and more developed resort areas all within practical driving distance.

Airports and International Accessibility

Airport access is a major consideration for international property buyers.

The nearest airport is Region of Murcia International Airport, commonly known as Murcia-Corvera Airport.

Current Aena information shows that the airport has 20 destinations operated by seven airlines, including connections to Birmingham, Bournemouth, Bristol, Dublin, London, Manchester and several Spanish and European destinations.

For many British buyers, this is particularly convenient.

However, one of the major strengths of the region is that buyers have a second significant airport option: Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport.

Aena currently lists 144 destinations served by 42 airlines from Alicante-Elche, giving it a considerably broader international network.

This dual-airport situation is one of the reasons why the southern Costa Cálida can be practical for international homeowners.

If a direct flight into Murcia is unavailable or inconvenient, Alicante often provides an alternative.

Travel times depend on traffic and the exact route, but property buyers should generally think in terms of a short transfer to Murcia Airport and a longer but still practical transfer to Alicante Airport.

For a holiday-home owner who may fly several times a year, having two airports within reasonable reach is a significant advantage.

Climate and Outdoor Living

The climate is another important part of the Serena Golf proposition.

The official regional tourism authority highlights more than 300 days of sunshine annually around the Mar Menor and an average annual temperature of approximately 18°C.

For golfers, this supports a long playing season.

For homeowners, it means terraces, gardens, balconies, pools and outdoor dining can play a much greater role in everyday life than they would in northern European climates.

That is one reason why property specifications in this part of Spain often place considerable emphasis on terraces, solariums, communal pools and landscaped gardens.

The outdoor space is not merely decorative.

It is part of the usable living area.

What Makes Serena Golf Different?

There are numerous golf resorts in Murcia and the surrounding Costa Cálida, so the obvious question is: why choose Serena Golf?

The answer is its combination of location and scale.

Many golf resorts are inland.

Many coastal developments are not directly associated with a quality golf course.

Serena Golf sits between the two.

It offers:

An 18-hole Manuel Piñero course

A genuine coastal setting

The Mar Menor nearby

A functioning Spanish town

Restaurants and daily amenities

A clubhouse and practice facilities

Apartments and villas

International airport access

A wide choice of outdoor activities

Historic and natural attractions nearby

That combination gives the area a broader appeal than golf alone.

Who Is Serena Golf Best Suited To?

Serena Golf is particularly well suited to several buyer profiles.

The Golf Enthusiast

For a serious golfer, having an 18-hole course immediately on the doorstep is obviously the primary attraction.

The strategic layout, water hazards, bunkering and practice facilities provide enough variety to keep regular players interested.

The Couple Looking for a Second Home

A two-bedroom apartment with a terrace and golf views can offer an attractive balance between price, maintenance and lifestyle.

The couple can enjoy golf, beaches, restaurants and short trips around Murcia and Alicante without the maintenance burden of a large villa.

The Family

Families may prefer a three-bedroom apartment, townhouse or villa with communal or private swimming pool.

The calm waters of the Mar Menor and the extensive promenade environment around Los Alcázares provide activities beyond golf.

The Retiree or Semi-Retiree

The combination of climate, golf, beaches, restaurants and a relatively compact coastal town makes Serena Golf interesting for people considering a longer-term move to Spain.

The Property Investor

Investors can consider both resale and rental opportunities, although rental regulations and actual net yields must be assessed individually.

Buying Property at Serena Golf: What Should Buyers Check?

A property purchase in Spain should always involve professional due diligence.

At Serena Golf, buyers should pay particular attention to:

Community fees: Apartments and villas within developments can have significantly different community charges depending on pools, gardens, security, lifts and other shared facilities.

Golf views: Confirm exactly what the property overlooks and whether future construction could affect the view.

Orientation: South-facing and other favourable orientations can command premiums, especially where outdoor living is important.

Rental permissions: Do not assume that a property can automatically be operated as a holiday rental.

Tourist licensing: Confirm the current legal position and any requirements applicable to the specific property.

Property taxes: Buyers should understand IBI, waste charges and other local costs.

Purchase costs: The advertised price is not the complete acquisition cost. Taxes, notary, registration, legal fees and potentially other costs need to be budgeted.

Building condition: For resale properties, check roofs, façades, air-conditioning, plumbing, windows, communal areas and any outstanding works.

Community minutes: Reviewing recent owners’ association minutes can reveal planned works, disputes or unusual expenditure.

Golf proximity: A property described as «near golf» is not necessarily first-line golf.

Flood and drainage considerations: The coastal geography means that buyers should obtain appropriate professional advice about the specific plot and property, particularly following significant weather events.

Current Property Price Snapshot

Based on current asking prices visible in the Serena Golf/Los Alcázares market, the residential offer can broadly be summarised as follows.

Apartments can currently begin in the region of €240,000–€270,000 for certain properties, while newer two-bedroom homes frequently appear around €269,000–€320,000.

Three-bedroom apartments and larger new-build units commonly move into the €329,000–€390,000+ bracket.

Penthouses with large terraces or solariums can reach approximately €379,000–€455,000+.

Villas occupy a broader range, with modern detached three-bedroom examples appearing around €565,000–€625,000, while larger or more premium properties can move considerably higher.

It is important to emphasise that these are asking prices observed in current listings, not an official valuation or a prediction of transaction prices.

The market can move quickly, and individual properties can be significantly above or below these ranges.

The Rental Market: An Interesting Local Indicator

Although rental yields should be calculated property by property, the wider rental market provides useful context.

In July 2026, Los Alcázares was reported as the most expensive municipality in the Region of Murcia among the municipalities covered by Fotocasa’s rental index, at approximately €14.60 per square metre per month. The regional average was around €10.61 per square metre.

This does not mean that every Serena Golf property will achieve that figure, nor should it be interpreted as a guaranteed rental yield.

It does, however, demonstrate that Los Alcázares has developed a relatively strong rental market compared with other parts of the region.

For an investor, the combination of tourism, international visitors, golf and a year-round population is worth investigating.

More Than a Golf Resort

Perhaps the most important point about Serena Golf is that it should not be viewed solely as a golf development.

The golf course is the centrepiece, but the real proposition is broader.

It is a Mediterranean lifestyle based around several complementary elements:

Morning golf.

Lunch on the clubhouse terrace.

An afternoon at the Mar Menor.

A walk along the Los Alcázares promenade.

Dinner in town.

A weekend excursion to Cartagena.

A day exploring the natural landscapes around San Pedro del Pinatar.

A trip to La Manga and the Mediterranean.

And, for international homeowners, the ability to fly in and out of the region using either Murcia or Alicante depending on the most convenient route.

This variety is what gives the location long-term appeal.

Final Verdict: Is Serena Golf a Good Place to Buy?

For buyers looking for a combination of golf, beach, lifestyle and property, Serena Golf is one of the more compelling options in the Costa Cálida.

The golf course itself is attractive, strategic and distinctive, with Manuel Piñero’s design incorporating water on 16 of 18 holes, extensive bunkering and the historic Torre del Rame into the landscape.

The clubhouse provides the facilities expected of a modern golf venue, including restaurant, terrace, practice areas, changing rooms, Pro Shop, parking and other services.

But the decisive factor for many buyers will be the location.

Serena Golf is only minutes from Los Alcázares and the Mar Menor, with approximately seven kilometres of coastline, beaches, restaurants and water sports on the doorstep.

The property market also offers a relatively broad range of choices.

Buyers can enter the market through apartments in the mid-€200,000s, move towards larger premium apartments and penthouses around €350,000–€450,000+, or look at villas from approximately €500,000 upwards, with luxury properties extending considerably beyond that level.

For those considering Spain as a second-home destination, Serena Golf therefore offers something increasingly difficult to find: a genuine golf environment without sacrificing access to the sea, a functioning town and international travel connections.

It is this balance that makes Serena Golf particularly interesting.

The golf is the starting point, but it is not the whole story.

The real attraction is the possibility of owning a home where the golf course, the Mar Menor, the Mediterranean climate and the everyday life of a Spanish coastal town are all within a remarkably small radius.

For a golfer, it can be a place to play.

For a family, it can be a place to live.

For a retiree, it can be a place to enjoy a slower Mediterranean lifestyle.

And for a property investor, it is a market worth studying carefully rather than dismissing as simply another Spanish golf resort.

Practical Information

Golf course: Serena Golf
Location: Avenida Príncipe Felipe 30, 30710 Los Alcázares, Murcia, Spain
Course: 18 holes, par 72
Designer: Manuel Piñero
Maximum published length: approximately 6,168 metres
Water: present on 16 of 18 holes
Bunkers: approximately 70
Facilities: clubhouse, restaurant, terrace, changing rooms, practice greens, driving range, Pro Shop, Caddy Master, buggy/club rental and parking.

Nearest major airports:
Region of Murcia International Airport — the closest international option for Los Alcázares.
Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport — a larger alternative with substantially more international routes. Current Aena schedules list 20 destinations at Murcia and 144 at Alicante-Elche.

Typical current property entry point: approximately €240,000–€270,000 for selected apartments.

Typical new-build apartment range: approximately €269,000–€390,000+, depending on size and specification.

Premium penthouses: approximately €379,000–€455,000+.

Modern villas: approximately €565,000–€650,000+, with luxury properties potentially considerably higher.

Important: Property prices are indicative asking prices from current listings and can change without notice. A professional valuation and legal due diligence should always be carried out before purchase.