Peralada is not just a golf course. It is a medieval estate turned luxury resort, centred on the Castell de Peralada, a 14th-century castle that today houses a casino, a fine dining restaurant, a library of rare books, and a wine cellar with vintages from the estate's own vineyards. The golf course, designed by Jordi Soler Peix and opened in 1993, occupies the parkland surrounding the castle.
The course plays through mature trees, ornamental lakes, and strategic water hazards across gently rolling terrain. It is not the longest layout on the Costa Brava, but the setting is unmatched: the Pyrenees foothills rise to the north, the castle towers are visible from several holes, and the pace is unhurried. At par 71 it rewards placement over power, and the variety of holes, including several memorable par 3s over water, makes it one of the most enjoyable rounds in the region.
The 5-star Hotel Perelada sits adjacent to the course with a wine spa that uses grape-based treatments, thermal pools, a Finnish sauna, and a relaxation circuit. The hotel's restaurant serves contemporary Emporda cuisine, and the estate's own winery produces DO Emporda wines that appear on the table. After dinner, the Casino Peralada in the castle offers slot machines, gaming tables, and regular poker tournaments. The International Music Festival of Peralada, held in the castle gardens every summer, adds a cultural dimension that no other golf resort in Catalunya can match.
Peralada is 30 minutes north of Girona, 15 minutes from the Dali Museum in Figueres, and within easy reach of the Costa Brava beaches at Roses and Cadaques. Combined with Emporda Golf and Golf de Pals, it forms the core of a Costa Brava golf trip.
Highlights
- •Medieval castle, casino, and 5-star hotel
- •Wine spa with grape-based treatments
- •Estate winery (DO Emporda)
- •Pyrenees views, 30 min from Girona
Facilities & Amenities
Hotel Perelada Wine Spa & Casino
The 5-star Hotel Perelada occupies a modern building adjacent to the medieval castle and golf course. The wine spa offers thermal pools, a Finnish sauna, contrast showers, and signature grape-based treatments using products from the estate's own vineyards. The Castell Perelada Restaurant in the castle serves contemporary Emporda cuisine, while the Casino Peralada offers gaming tables (from 6pm), slot machines, and regular poker tournaments including the Master Poker Peralada series. The estate winery produces DO Emporda wines available for tasting and purchase.
Location & Access
Peralada, Girona
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What makes Peralada different from other Costa Brava courses?+
The setting. You play golf within the grounds of a medieval castle that houses a casino, a 5-star wine spa hotel, a winery, and a fine dining restaurant. No other course in Catalunya combines sport, history, wine, and entertainment in one estate.
What is the wine spa?+
The Hotel Perelada spa uses grape-based and wine-derived treatments alongside thermal pools, a Finnish sauna, and a full relaxation circuit. It is open to hotel guests and can be added to any golf package.
Can I visit the casino?+
Yes. Casino Peralada is inside the medieval castle. Game tables open daily at 6pm, slot machines throughout the day. Poker tournaments run regularly. Smart casual dress code.
How far is Peralada from Figueres and the Dali Museum?+
Fifteen minutes by car. A morning round at Peralada followed by an afternoon at the Dali Theatre-Museum is one of the best day combinations on the Costa Brava.
Is Peralada good for non-golfers?+
Excellent. The wine spa, castle tour, casino, winery visit, and nearby Figueres give non-golfing partners a full day of activities. The summer music festival in the castle gardens is a highlight.
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