The Top Stag Do Destinations in Europe

So you've been given the honour of planning the stag do for your best friend, he's a keen golfer, and you want to ensure he has a special golf trip to remember. You'll need to combine the golf with excellent nightlife and make the occasion a truly memorable one. Where do you start?

Planning a break in the U.K. may be the best option for many reasons, like maximizing attendees; however, you probably want to create something genuinely memorable and look at booking a trip away in the sunshine. You can play some of the best golf courses in Europe while virtually guaranteeing the perfect climate for golf. This, combined with the essential parts of a stag do, such as the nights out and any other activities that you may want to plan, will be in bright and sunny weather (not something that can be guaranteed in the U.K!).

Where Do You Start to Plan a Golf Stag?

Firstly there will be a bit of preparation work to consider in advance. Below are a few questions that may be worth thinking about. Many options in Europe will work for the stag do’s. However, review the questions; some options will better suit your group than others. The Algarve and Spain will be the best choices for combining golf and a stag do. However, depending on your group's requirements, certain regions and venues may work better with so much variety and selection on offer in Europe.

What are your likely numbers?

This is very important; what each hotel considers a “group” varies from case to case. Our expert advisors will know exactly which hotels will work for your circumstance. Therefore it's always better to know your realistic maximum numbers in advance. We know, of course, there will be dropouts. However, knowing the potential numbers is vital.

The tee times are another reason for having a good idea for your numbers. Getting larger groups on the course is always a challenge, depending on the region you are looking to go. Some tee times are booked a year in advance by frequent golf holiday travellers, so you'll need to get planning fast.

How Many Golfers Are There in Your Group?

Not everyone loves the game of golf as much as we do; madness, we know! But the simple fact is you may well want to invite the groom's extended family and friends along with the sister's boyfriend, who does not play golf (we will not judge). Being stuck at a golf resort may not appeal to him while you're all chasing birdies. If you have many non-golfers joining, it is much more sensible to look at coastal towns and resorts, where you can get simple and quick transfers to the golf courses. 

What is Your Stag Group’s Budget?

How much does a golf stag trip abroad cost? We all have different ideas of what we can spend on a golf trip, and when considering a golf stag, you'll have to consider all attendees. Therefore, it's doubtful they will want to spend as much as your member's trip away each year with your local club. Get an idea upfront of what everyone would be comfortable with. This gives you a good starting point and gives our experts a good idea of which regions and resorts would work best for you.

Once you have all of the information that you need, then you are in a good position to find the best Golf Stag Do Venues in Europe.

What Are The Best Golf Stag Do Venues in Europe?

Our experts have picked three fantastic options, selected to represent:

1. A Golf Stag Do on a tighter budget
2. A Golf Stag Do for a group of golfers only that may want to focus on playing better quality courses.
3. A Golf Stag Do where you want to combine the best golf with the best nightlife.

The following three recommendations offer great golf, close proximity to nightlife, where you will find other stag and hen parties. Easy access from the majority of U.K Airports as well as being well set up to look after larger groups.

The Best on a Budget Option

Melia Villaitana, Benidorm, Spain

• 2 Courses
• Designed by Jack Nicklaus
• Next to Benidorm
• Great Value flights from the U.K
• Great for groups of 8 - 36

Our Best Offer

3 Nights - Bed + Breakfast

2 Rounds of Golf of Poniente and Levante

FREE Shared Buggies Included

PYR Marbella, Andalusia, Spain

• Perfectly located on the Costa del Golf
• Over 30 courses within a 30-minute transfer
• Right in the heart of Puerto Banus
• Easy Access from Malaga Airport
• Great for groups 8 -36

3 Nights Bed + Breakfast

1 in 8 Free!

2 Rounds of Golf: 2 Rounds of golf to be chosen from Alcaidesa Links, Los Arqueros, Atalaya, Cabopino, La Cañada, Duquesa, Chaparral, Doña Julia, Estepona Golf, El Paraiso, La Quinta, Santa Clara, Santa Maria, and Valle Romano.

The PYR Marbella in Costa del Sol, Spain, is situated at the heart of Puerto Banus just a minute’s walk from the Marina with its many bars and restaurants. This value-for-money aparthotel is built in a typically Andalusian style and is ideal for groups. Within 15 minutes drive, you will find some of the Costa del Sol’s best golf courses, notably Los Naranjos, Los Arqueros, Westin La Quinta, Rio Real, Los Flamingos Golf, and Valle Romano.

For evenings out, Why not head to Breath Marbella for a real fine dining experience, Jacks smokehouse is a short walk away as is the world-famous La Sala where late-night drinking paired with great live music is where the party-goers will head to.

Over notable bars and restaurants include, Linekers, John Scott’s, Joys Live and Crystals Karaoke Puerto Banus.

• Fuengirola, Costa del Sol, Spain
• Playa de las Americas, Tenerife, Spain
• Salou, Costa Dorada, Spain
• Albufeira, Algarve, Portugal
• Lagos, Algarve, Portugal

We know that planning a stag do can be a time consuming and stressful task, so if you need any expert advice and assistance organising your stag do golf trip, please contact us on 01992 763660 and we will be only too happy to help.