Costa Navarino is steadily raising its profile as a prime, sustainable destination in the Mediterranean by additionally offering a world-class golf experience on the four signature golf courses in Greece. Its credentials are impressive: four 18-hole signature golf courses in idyllic settings next to a range of mixed-used resorts, high-end private residences, wellness centers, and state-of-the-art tennis courts, along with a wide choice of gastronomy venues and a variety of year-round sports, outdoor and cultural activities, plus great weather all year round.
Each golf course bears the signature of a different world-renowned designer and offers a unique combination of challenges and rewards for golfers of all levels. A series of international tournaments are hosted each year, including Aegean Messinia Pro-Am attracting professionals, amateurs and golf lovers while also creating a vibrant intercultural golf hub.
Designed by two-time US Masters Champion Bernhard Langer in association with European Golf Design, The Dunes Course is Greece’s first signature golf course. Set in diverse natural scenery with spectacular sea and river views, it takes its name from the tall dunes that separate several holes from a golden beach.
The Bay Course, designed by the legendary Robert Trent Jones Jr., offers panoramic sea and mountain views, with two holes playing along the historic Bay of Navarino. The course meanders through three contrasting natural landscapes that make for a dramatic and memorable round.
The International Olympic Academy Golf course and The Hills Course designed by the two-time Masters champion and Ryder Cup legend José Marίa Olazábal, set above the coastline and offer panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, the Bay of Navarino and the Ionian Sea.
The exceptional layouts and immaculate condition of the courses have been recognized with a series of awards, including the World Golf Awards – World’s Best Golf Venue – Costa Navarino (2024) and World Golf Awards – World’s Best Clubhouse (at The Bay Course, 2024).
Moreover, Costa Navarino ranked #1 in the National Club Golfer Top 100 European Resorts & Today’s Golfer Top 100 European Resorts, in 2024, and also ranked #1 in the acclaimed Golf World’s “Top 100 Resorts in Continental Europe” by Today’s Golfer UK magazine, in the same year.
Before or after play, golfers can visit The Dunes Clubhouse, The Bay Clubhouse or The Hills Clubhouse. Each location offers breathtaking, elevated vistas of the golf course, providing an ideal backdrop for relaxation and an unforgettable dining experience. The Navarino Golf Academy offers professional tuition to players of every skill level, with instruction tailored to the specific needs of individuals or small groups and supported by the latest technology, taking golf holidays in Greece to new heights.
Costa Navarino has enhanced its status as a premier golf destination by hosting a number of major golf tournaments. From the Aegean Airlines Pro-Am, an international 36-hole game endorsed by the PGAs of Europe which for almost 11 years has attracted players from all over the world wishing to play golf in Greece, to the inaugural tournament of Messinia Pro-Am from February 2017, Costa Navarino has grown its reputation as a world-class golfing destination.
This year, the Aegean Messinia Pro-Am, set for November, will unfold across three iconic courses: The Dunes Course, The Bay Course, and the International Olympic Academy Golf Course. Participants can look forward to not only competing in a world-class tournament but also immersing themselves in the rich heritage and natural beauty of Messinia. Meanwhile, the Legends Tour in June offers an exclusive opportunity to play alongside golfing legends, experience premier hospitality, and discover the timeless beauty of Messinia.
When not on the greens and fairways of this exceptional golf resort in Greece, golfers can enjoy the outstanding facilities of our four 5-star premium hotels, visit intriguing sites in a land shaped by 4,500 years of history, and savor fine dining at exclusive venues. They can also try their hand at a wide variety of indoor and outdoor sports, or become immersed in the region’s rich culture by participating in a tapestry of authentic experiences.
The impressive seaside Dunes Course is the first signature-designed golf course in Greece, set in a diverse natural landscape with spectacular sea and river views. Measuring 6,581 yards, this award-winning 18-hole course has been designed to provide an exciting challenge to all golfers in an enchanting environment of lush olive groves, undulating greens and wide fairways.
The second signature golf course in Greece, The Bay Course, is situated just a short walk from Navarino Dunes and offers an alternative golfing experience in a different landscape. This 18-hole seaside course meanders through three natural landscapes – Seaside, Canyon and Grove – providing striking contrasts and views of the sea and mountains for a truly memorable golfing experience.
Situated over 125 hectares overlooking the historical bay of Navarino and the Ionian Sea, the International Olympic Academy Golf Course measures 6,366m in length. The 18 holes hills course, par 72 has been designed to challenge the best golfers in an enchanting environment with dramatic views and memorable sunsets.
The second golf course at Navarino Hills overlooks the rural landscape of Messinia with rugged mountains and small villages.
Measuring 6,280 yards, this 18-hole course par 72 completes the challenging experience designed to challenge the most experienced golfers in a different landscape setting.