Cornelia Faldo Golf Course

Cornelia Faldo Golf Club

Where to Stay: Cornelia Diamond Golf & Spa 

A Work of Art by Nick Faldo

From my own experience, I can confirm that the Cornelia Faldo is among Belek's finest designs, having played this exquisite course on multiple occasions. Picture yourself on the first tee, surrounded by towering trees, with three separate 9-hole circuits enticing you to play golf the way Sir Nick Faldo pictured it.

Course Overview

Style: Mediterranean Parkland

Designer: Sir Nick Faldo

Opened: 2006 (18 holes), later expanded to 27

Curious as to what sets this class apart from others? All thanks to Sir Nick's meticulousness in describing what he called "an exceptional piece of land." As soon as you enter the stunning clubhouse, you will notice this.

Three Distinctive Layouts

Three distinct 18-hole layouts are available at Cornelia Faldo Golf Club:

The King Course (1-18): The championship course design

The Queen Course (10-27): Incredible variety in both terrain and difficulty

The Prince Course (19-9): The shortest but most demanding combination

After playing each of the three courses many times, I can say with confidence that the Prince pairing presents the most difficult challenge, despite being just 6,900 yards from the black tees.

Where to Stay

Conveniently located next to the course, the 5-star Cornelia Diamond Golf & Spa Resort offers 5-star elegance and easy access to all 27 holes. Fantastic for combining outstanding accommodation with world-class golf, it offers all-inclusive packages.

Insider Knowledge of the Course

• Based on my experience playing this course in all kinds of weather, I can tell you: club choice is absolutely important since the fairways are built to restrict roll.
• Keep in mind that precision is more important than distance when playing this course.
• Invest in a course planner - you'll need to get around the challenging slopes and bunkers. 
• Book early tee times to get out of the sweltering hot afternoons.

When to Play

With ideal playing conditions and temperatures between 18 to 25°C, the course is at its peak from September to May. There are great twilight prices available, and green fees range from £120 during the off-season to £175 during the high season.

My Final Thoughts

Make sure to add the Cornelia Faldo to the top of your list when planning a golf escape to Belek. You'll find yourself anticipating your next round before you even finish the one...as this course is all about clever strategies instead of just power.

Are you ready to play a round on one of the best golf courses in Belek? Get in touch with our staff to plan your ideal golf vacation to Turkey, complete with tee times and lodging at the Cornelia Diamond Golf & Spa Resort.

Everything that appeals to me in a golf course design is here: opportunities for strategic thinking, evaluation of risk and reward, and tests of shot-making ability. Rather than relying on brute force, this course challenges players to use their brains.