Aguilón Golf

What Aguilón Golf does

Aguilón Golf is a private Spanish golf course operator headquartered in Madrid with its operational course located in Pilar de Jaravia, Almería, in the desert landscape of southeastern Spain. Founded in 2008 under the legal entity STIRLING&MARTIN GOLF SL (CIF B40136673), the company operates a single 18-hole par-70 desert course built around a distinctive "five-courses-in-one" design, where each combination of holes carries a bird-inspired name (Eagle, Halcón/Falcon, Codorniz/Partridge, Gorrión/Sparrow, and Red Lowry). The facility has been independently recognized as the "Best desert golf course in Europe" and ranks among Spain's Top 50 courses, supported by a 4.6/5 Google rating across 635 reviews.

The company serves four distinct customer segments: individual golfers paying green fees or holding memberships, amateur tournament participants competing in recurring events on the published calendar, professional golf federations and tours hosting sanctioned championships, and luxury residential real estate buyers purchasing adjacent property through a partnership with Spanish developer Metrovacesa. Revenue is generated across multiple streams: green fees, recurring membership dues, tournament entry fees, food and beverage tied to on-site events, and one-off real estate transactions routed through the Metrovacesa joint venture. Notable events hosted include the Real Federación Española de Golf (RFEG) Campeonato de España Senior in 2023 and the Alps de Andalucía tour stop in 2024.

Operationally, the company runs a single-asset model with no disclosed headcount, parent organization, external funding rounds, or technology platform, and no evidence of AI/ML deployment, proprietary software, or technology patents. Strategic positioning emphasizes brand prestige through federation-level tournament hosting and the unique Almería desert setting rather than scale, geographic expansion, or technology differentiation. The competitive position is anchored on an irreplicable landscape and a design that allows multiple round configurations from one physical asset.

Name

Aguilón Golf

Legal name

STIRLING&MARTIN GOLF SL

Website

https://aguilon.golf

Company type

Private

Founded year

2008

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Aguilón Golf is a private Spanish operator of a single 18-hole par-70 desert course in Almería, Spain, serving individual golfers, amateur and federation-sanctioned tournaments, and luxury residential buyers via a Metrovacesa real estate partnership.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Golf Course

NAICS

Golf Courses and Country Clubs (713910)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYMPAKAEAD

Golf Courses & Golf Facilities

Media, Entertainment & Sports/Sports (Leagues, Teams, Events, Venues)/Sports Venues & Facilities (Stadiums, Arenas, Tracks, Complexes)

SECONDARYMPAKABAE

Golf Clubs & Tournament-Host Clubs (Professional/Elite Golf Clubs)

Media, Entertainment & Sports/Sports (Leagues, Teams, Events, Venues)/Professional Sports Teams & Clubs

SECONDARYTHAGACAH

Luxury Golf Resorts

Travel & Hospitality/Lodging & Accommodation/Luxury Hotels & Resorts

Keywords

• Desert golf course
• Golf clubhouse
• Golf tournaments
• Golf hospitality
• Golf resort

Headquarters

HQ city

Madrid

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Green Fee Sales: Revenue from individual green fee bookings, both online (via golfmanager.com platform) and on-site. Pricing varies by course selection (Eagle, Falcon, Partridge, Sparrow, Red Lowry), season, and day of week.
2. Golf Club Memberships: Annual and multi-year membership programs for regular players, with access to member-only tournaments and preferential booking.
3. Tournament Entry Fees: Revenue from registration fees for open tournaments, member tournaments, and the monthly Circuito Regularidad. Includes amateur and professional events.
4. Clubhouse F&B and Events: Restaurant and bar services at the Casa Club, plus revenue from private events, celebrations, and corporate gatherings hosted at the club.
5. Real Estate (Metrovacesa Partnership): Partnership with Metrovacesa for on-site exclusive country houses (casas de campo) for sale adjacent to the golf course, offering luxury living in a natural desert setting.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Aguilón Golf operates an 18-hole desert-style golf course in Almería, Spain, which opened in 2008 and is operated by the company STIRLING&MARTIN GOLF SL. The course offers five distinct routing configurations (EAGLE, HALCON, PARTRIDGE, SPARROW, RED LOWRY) and is supported by a clubhouse, restaurant, tournament calendar, and event-hosting facilities.

Product overview

Aguilón Golf operates as a single-site desert golf resort offering an 18-hole, par-70 championship golf course designed by Stirling & Martin Golf Architects, opened in 2008. The core product consists of the golf course with five distinct course configurations (Eagle, Falcon, Partridge, Sparrow, and Red Lowry) catering to different skill levels, from pro-level to beginner. The offering is complemented by club house facilities with restaurant and event hosting, a tournament calendar with various competition formats, and on-site rural housing. The resort is positioned as a premium desert golf destination in Almería, Spain.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• EAGLE (Águila): Pro-level course from black tees, 6,012 meters, slope 132. Recommended for pros up to handicap 9.
• FALCON (Halcón)
• PARTRIDGE (Codorniz)
• SPARROW (Gorrión)
• RED LOWRY

Products and services

• 18-Hole Desert Golf Course An 18-hole desert-style golf course in Almería, Spain, offering five distinct routing configurations (EAGLE, HALCON, PARTRIDGE, SPARROW, RED LOWRY) for varied play experiences. Targeted at recreational golfers and golf tourists.
• Clubhouse Facilities On-site clubhouse providing hospitality services, changing facilities, and social space for golfers and visitors.
• Restaurant and Dining Restaurant located at the golf course providing food and beverage service to golfers, members, and event attendees.
• Tournament and Event Hosting Hosting services for golf tournaments and private events, supported by an active tournament calendar and dedicated event spaces at the venue.

Quantifiable outcome

• 4.6 out of 5 stars on Google Reviews based on 635 reviews
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Stirling & Martin Golf ArchitectscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDesigned and shaped the entire 18-hole course, opened in 2008. Stirling & Martin Golf Architects is credited as the creator of the five-course-in-one concept and the desert landscape integration. The course name 'Aguilón' references their design identity. The legal entity STIRLING&MARTIN GOLF SL operates the golf course.
• Real Federación Española de Golf (RFEG)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Spanish Golf Federation co-sponsored the Alps de Andalucía 2024 tournament held at the venue. RFEG's endorsement and sanctioning elevates the club's professional reputation and attracts high-level competition.
• Real Federación Andaluza de GolfcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Andalusian Golf Federation co-sponsored the Alps de Andalucía 2024 tournament and provides regional support for tournament operations at the venue.
• Alps TourcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEuropean professional golf tour that staged its Alps de Andalucía event at the venue in July 2024. The Alps Tour is part of the pathway to the European Tour, giving the venue international visibility.
• MetrovacesaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLeading Spanish real estate developer partnered with the golf course to develop and sell exclusive country houses (casas de campo) on the resort property. Metrovacesa promotes its residential development through the golf course's website.
• Loterías y Apuestas del EstadominorOthersSpanish state lottery and betting organization, listed as a sponsor of the Alps de Andalucía 2024 tournament held at the venue.
• KyoceraminorOthersListed as a sponsor of the Alps de Andalucía 2024 tournament. Contributes to tournament prize funds and operational support.
• Mahou San MiguelminorOthersMajor Spanish brewery listed as a sponsor of the Alps de Andalucía 2024 tournament, providing beverage services for the event.
• Solan de CabrasminorOthersSpanish bottled water brand (part of Mahou San Miguel group) listed as a sponsor of the Alps de Andalucía 2024 tournament.
• JGolfcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerThe organizing entity for the Alps de Andalucía 2024 tournament. JGolf handles tournament operations, logistics, and professional golf event management on behalf of the federations and sponsors.
• Consejo Superior de Deportes (CSD)minorOthersSpain's Higher Sports Council listed as a supporting body for the Alps de Andalucía 2024 tournament, providing institutional backing and potentially funding through sports development programs.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• La Cala Resort: Three-course golf resort on the Costa del Sol with memberships, F&B, and real estate components. Comparable diversified-revenue model to Aguilón.
• Finca Cortesin: Premium Andalucía golf resort that has hosted major professional events (e.g., Volvo World Match Play, Solheim Cup). Comparable as a high-end Spanish tournament-hosting venue.
• PGA Catalunya Resort: Top-ranked Spanish golf resort near Barcelona, regularly hosting European Tour events. Comparable as a top-50 Spanish venue combining tournament hosting with real estate.
• La Manga Club: Large multi-course Spanish golf and sports resort on the Mediterranean. Operates a similar mix of green fees, memberships, tournaments, and real estate, with comparable tournament-hosting credentials.
• Desert Springs Resort: Spanish desert-style golf resort in Almería/Murcia region offering multiple courses, clubhouse, and resort amenities. Closest comparable to Aguilón's desert-golf positioning within Spain.
• Las Colinas Golf & Country Club: Premium Spanish golf and residential resort in Alicante with associated real estate. Comparable mix of golf, clubhouse, and luxury real estate development.
• Montecastillo Golf Resort: Jerez-based Spanish resort course with hotel and tournament-hosting history (e.g., Volvo Masters). Comparable as a Spanish golf venue with resort amenities and tournament pedigree.
• Real Club de Golf Sotogrande: One of Spain's most prestigious private golf clubs in Cádiz, hosting international professional tournaments. Comparable position to Aguilón as a top-tier Spanish venue with professional tournament pedigree.
• Valderrama Golf Club: Iconic Spanish championship course that hosted the 1997 Ryder Cup and recurring European Tour events. Comparable as a Spanish course with elite tournament-hosting status.

Regional players

• Alcanada Golf Club: Mallorca-based Spanish championship course. Comparable premium Spanish course with member/visitor mix, though in a different Spanish region than Aguilón's Almería location.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/AguilonGolf
• Facebookfacebook.com/Aguilongolf
• Instagraminstagram.com/aguilongolf

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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