You might want to practice your swing at Parador Malaga Golf Club, a golf course located 5.5 mi (8.9 km) from central Málaga. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If Parador Malaga Golf Club doesn't quite scratch your golfing itch, Guadalhorce Golf Club is also nearby.