Al Areen Holding Company, a leading real estate developer in the Kingdom of Bahrain, has entered into an agreement with Olazabal Design for the design of a modern 18-hole golf course as part of its Al Areen masterplan.  

Olazabal Design, the golf course design company of Spanish golf star and World Golf Legend José María Olazábal, is recognised as one of the foremost companies in its field, having previously won the award for Best Golf Course Designer at the World Golf Awards.

The company’s notable work includes the spectacular new Olympic and Hills courses at Costa Navarino in Greece, the Education City Golf Club in Qatar and the Royal Sevilla Golf in Spain.

Al Areen masterplan is a leading destination for residence, hospitality, entertainment and business, including a township of nearly 2 million sq m of land and 1.5 million sq m of built-up area, with a capacity to accommodate approximately 25,000 people.

It comprises 16 major clusters, including commercial offices, retail units, restaurants and hotels, health and education facilities, and a range of residential communities. The masterplan has been updated and enhanced to accommodate new health and wellness trends in addition to walkable shopping streets.

The project is distinguished by its proximity to Al Areen Wildlife Park and Natural Reserve in the southern region of Bahrain.

Spanning approximately 1.4 million sq m, the golf course will be developed in collaboration with Olazabal Design. It will be characterised by meticulous architectural design with a touch of luxury and surrounded by breathtaking scenery, offering an exceptional playing experience for golfers of all levels.

Al Areen Holding Company CEO Dr Ahlam Zainal said: “We are delighted to collaborate with Olazabal Design, a leading global golf course designer, to integrate a world-class course into our flagship project. This development represents a significant step toward our vision of establishing Al Areen as a distinguished tourism and residential destination, enhancing Bahrain’s status as a global tourism hotspot.”

The Bahraini developer’s selection of Olazabal Design aligns with its strong commitment to transforming Al Areen masterplan into a premier tourist destination, making a significant impact in the kingdom.