Features Golf

From Tee-Off to Hole-in-One

New Kuta Golf Bali | Photo courtesy of Kempinski Hotels

Unwinding or energizing with a golf getaway at the luxurious 5-star resorts of Kempinski

Enjoy a round of golf, breathe in the fresh air and take in the stunning surroundings. For a growing number of hotel guests, this is the perfect leisure experience or vacation. Numerous scientific studies have confirmed the benefits of golf: it is one of the most enjoyable and relaxing ways to improve one’s overall health and well-being. Few other sports offer such a comprehensive opportunity to enhance both physical and mental state.

“We are thrilled to see the growing interest from our guests in exclusive golf getaways, which confirms the value of our investments in this thriving leisure sector. Across our portfolio of 82 international luxury hotels, we offer access to brilliantly designed golf courses in stunning locations, with some even hosting prestigious tournaments,” says Amanda Elder, chief commercial officer of the Kempinski Group and member of the Executive Board. Here is a carefully curated selection of Kempinski’s finest golf-related hotels around the globe.

Belek, a town characterized by its Seljuk-style architecture and crystal-clear waters, offers golf enthusiasts an abundance of choice with its impressive selection of courses. Nestled within the Antalya Golf Club complex, Kempinski Hotel the Dome is a charming Mediterranean resort with lavish pools, a private beach and the spacious Sanitas Spa complete with a Turkish Hammam. For the ultimate golfing holiday experience, the PGA National Antalya Golf Club offers a challenging 18-hole course spanning 6,477 meters that seamlessly integrates with the surrounding forests. The shorter Pasha course also entices golfers, with strategically placed bunkers inviting experienced players coupled with generous fairways to ease the impact of wayward shots from higher handicappers. Other notable courses include the impressive 7,200-yard championship Carya Golf Club. With Belek’s proximity to the ancient world, guests must not miss the opportunity to visit Aspendos, where the remarkably well-preserved theater continues to host memorable opera and ballet performances.

On any golf trip, it’s worth dedicating a few days to pure relaxation, and that can easily be achieved at Kempinski Hotel das Tirol Kitzbuehel Alps, with its indoor and outdoor pools and a spacious Spa. This Austrian hideaway, nestled in the stunning landscape of the Tyrolean Alps is a true destination for golfers, with four courses set in the heart of the picturesque Wilder Kaiser Range, all just a mere five minutes from the town center. Golf Course Kitzbühel-Schwarzsee-Reith offers majestic mountain views and, especially on the final six holes, fairways that demand precision. This outstanding golf course unfolds through deciduous forests and beneath towering rock faces. The Kaps course at Kasper Castle is a nine-hole course that includes island greens on holes eight and nine.

The Kempinski Nile Hotel Cairo is conveniently located near the fascinating ancient monuments that make Egypt’s capital city a popular destination for the entire family. During their stay guests can practice their swing on the 18-hole Robert Trent Jones Jr. Championship course or take things easy with a fun round of footgolf. The Madinaty Golf Club offers an exceptional experience both on and off the course. Guests are encouraged to take time to stroll along the banks of the famous River Nile and explore the historic palaces and mosques along Al-Muizz Al-Dean Street. Of course, a stay in Cairo wouldn’t be complete without a visit to the Great Pyramid of Giza. With its prime downtown location, the Kempinski Nile Hotel promises tranquility amid Cairo’s lively ambience. Four extraordinary dining options tempt every guest’s taste buds, while Kempinski the Spa and the rooftop pool invite them to relax and unwind.

Reminiscent of an open-air theater, The Apurva Kempinski Bali is perched atop a cliff at Nusa Dua. Overlooking the Indian Ocean, more than half of the rooms have private plunge pools. Guests can indulge in indigenous-inspired treatments at the Apurva Spa or enjoy a sunny stroll through the fragrant gardens that epitomize the beachfront luxury for which Bali is renowned. The Bali National Golf Club has been ranked as one of the top courses in Indonesia and the Asia Pacific region. Its 18 holes offer golfers a diverse range of distinct zones and challenges – from creeks and canyons on the front nine to lush, mature groves on the back, all wrapping up with an island green on 17th followed by a lakeside hole on the 18th. For golf enthusiasts seeking a rewarding and beautiful round, New Kuta Golf combines 18 challenging holes with breathtaking views of limestone cliffs and the ocean. While there’s plenty to do on the coast – from snorkeling to sunbathing – guests should not miss the chance to explore the vibrant interior of this tropical island.