Del Monte™ GC
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4.5
686 Reviews (686)
5 Stars
366
4 Stars
221
3 Stars
57
2 Stars
23
1 Stars
19
Conditions
4.5
Value
4.3
Layout
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.1
92.9%
Recommend this course
613 out of 686 reviews
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4.7
29 Reviews (29)
5 Stars
21
4 Stars
7
3 Stars
1
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.6
Value
4.4
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.7
96.6%
Recommend this course
28 out of 29 reviews
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4.6
89 Reviews (89)
5 Stars
58
4 Stars
27
3 Stars
2
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
2
Conditions
4.6
Value
4.4
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.7
94.4%
Recommend this course
84 out of 89 reviews
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Course Highlights
Del Monte's classic layout features small, well-maintained greens that consistently impress golfers seeking an authentic old-school Pebble Beach area experience. Exceptionally friendly staff and outstanding value make this historic course a top pick in the Monterey region.

About

Holes 18
Type Resort
Par 72
Length 6356 yards
Slope 131
Rating 71.6

Opened in 1897, Del Monte™ Golf Course is the oldest course in continuous operation west of the Mississippi. Designed by golf and polo enthusiast Charles Maud, this inland course boasts a meandering, hilly layout that has challenged golfers for more than a century.

It was the original host of the California State Amateur-still played on Del Monte's narrow, tree-lined fairways and small,well-protected greens-and continues to serve as one of the three courses on which the Callaway Golf Pebble Beach Invitational is played.

Adjacent to Del Monte™ Golf Course, the Del Monte Pavilion offers an inviting outdoor setting for any special event. Whether you are hosting a corporate outing or a tournament awards ceremony, all events are impeccably catered by the Lodge at Pebble Beach.

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Course Details

Year Built 1897
Fairways Blue Grass
Greens Blue Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Charles Maud Tom Bendelow (1911)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Pull-carts Yes
Caddies Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range No
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Proper golf attire required.

Food & Beverage

Bar, Grill, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse

Accolades

  • Golf Advisor: Top 25 Off-course amenities in the U.S. (2019 #12) (2017 #3)
  • Golf Advisor: Top 25 Most Improved U.S. Golf Courses (2018 #25)
  • Golf Advisor: Top 25 Friendliest Courses in the U.S. (2017 #9)
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Reviews

4.5
686 Reviews (686)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 22
Patio Dining 10
Brunch 7
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 21
Undulating Greens 15
Thick Rough 9
This course/club is great for:
Walkers 22
Locals 19
A Weekend Splurge 14
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 24
Near the Airport 18
Worth the Drive 15

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Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
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5.0
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Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
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Windy weather
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Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
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Reviews 3
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5.0
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Perfect weather
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Great Course

We played early morning, grass wet from recent rainstorm. Will definitely play this course again when we're in the area again. Staff were exceptional!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Reviews 1
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I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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Reviews 24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played

Del Monte has improved!

Haven't played this course in 10+ years. I was happily surprised with my return visit. Great condition - consistent well-groomed bunkers, nice tee boxes, posh fairways and true greens. I will happily add Del Monte to my Monterey options.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 27
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

The course was fantastic shape

Had a great time playing this great course. Green’s were were fast and the sand in the traps was really nice. Fairway s were really nice and the rough was rough but manageable.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Cold weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Good value for the money

It would have been nice to hit some balls to warm up before the round but overall it was a good value for the money considering the extremely high prices of the surrounding resort courses.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Walked

Del Monte always delivers

Del Monte was in great shape for early spring conditions. Greens and bunkers were top notch. Looks like they'd scored the fairways recently, but didn't take away from the playability at all. New tee box sod on several holes have filled in nicely and all were open for use. #13 tee shot from the whites is getting more difficult as the oak trees/bushes in the ravine are making the fairway, and thus your fellow golfers, hard to see. A trim is in order.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

great time on the course

Del Monte Golf Course delivered a great overall experience from start to finish. Check-in was quick and efficient, making it easy to get settled and ready to play without any hassle. The restaurant staff was friendly and attentive, and the food came out quickly with plenty of time to spare before teeing off..

The starter gave our group a warm welcome, setting a positive tone for the round. Out on the course, the beverage cart attendant was pleasant and made multiple rounds, which didn’t go unnoticed. Pace of play was smooth for a weekday morning, allowing us to enjoy the round without feeling rushed or delayed.

Even with a slight drizzle, course conditions held up well and didn’t impact play. Overall, a well-run course with great service. I’d gladly come back.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great Experience

Staff were friendly, welcoming and helpful. The pace of play was on time. Course condition was great and a little challenging for a intermediate player. Highly recommend

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
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Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

No Marshall to be found

Walking Foursome in the group ahead had no concern for pace of play. Inexperienced and hit it all over the course--no big deal. However, they refused to play ready golf on the fairways or greens. A foursome that is walking will always be slow but they usually have some mutual respect for other players. I have been pestered by marshals on this course when it was not my fault BUT today I did not see one at all.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Walked
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Del Monte

This course is the oldest west of the Mississippi. It's like 120 years old and in absolutely fantastic condition with a fantastic staff. I played a 9:20 tee time, and it was only $90. 100% worth the money. In honor of the 120 years I gave almost a stroke per year. LOL

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Couldn’t be more Satisfied beautiful course with immaculate fairways pace of play was smooth sub 4 hour round in the morning plus a Super Feiendly and Attentive staff. Coming from Santa Cruz Its definitely one of my top 5 public courses to play in the Monterey Bay…coming back

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Walked

Monterey Gem

Excellent day at Del Monte. Course was in excellent condition for the last day of February. A few temporary tee boxes as several holes were being resodded. Greens were excellent as always. Look forward to my next round soon.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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