The Blue Course at Hotel Islantilla Golf Resort opened in 1992 as part of a coastal resort development in the western reaches of Andalucía's Costa de la Luz, near the Portuguese border. The course was designed by the Spanish architectural firm Folco Nardi and Associates, who created a layout that works with the flat, sandy terrain characteristic of this Atlantic-facing stretch of coastline. The property sits between the towns of Isla Cristina and Islantilla, an area developed primarily for tourism in the late twentieth century. The routing unfolds across relatively level ground with minimal elevation change, typical of courses built on reclaimed coastal land in this region. Pine trees frame many holes and provide definition to the corridors, while water features appear on several holes as both strategic and aesthetic elements. The design incorporates wide fairways suited to resort play, with bunkers positioned to challenge approach shots rather than create severe penalties off the tee. The coastal location means wind is a regular factor, particularly the prevailing westerlies that blow in from the Atlantic. The course serves primarily as a resort amenity for the hotel complex and attracts visiting golfers exploring the less-developed western end of Andalucía's coast. The region offers a quieter alternative to the more heavily trafficked courses of the Costa del Sol to the east, with a focus on accessible holiday golf rather than championship-level challenge. The setting provides views toward both the ocean and the low-lying wetlands that characterize the Huelva province coastline.