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4.4
287 Reviews (287)
5 Stars
140
4 Stars
111
3 Stars
29
2 Stars
6
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.6
Layout
4.3
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.2
Amenities
3.8
96.7%
Recommend this course
277 out of 287 reviews
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4.3
12 Reviews (12)
5 Stars
6
4 Stars
4
3 Stars
1
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.8
Layout
4.3
Pace
3.8
Amenities
3.7
StaffFriendliness
4.8
91.7%
Recommend this course
11 out of 12 reviews
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4.3
38 Reviews (38)
5 Stars
18
4 Stars
16
3 Stars
3
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.2
Value
4.5
Layout
4.3
Pace
4.1
Amenities
3.8
StaffFriendliness
4.8
94.7%
Recommend this course
36 out of 38 reviews
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About

Holes 9
Type Public/Municipal
Style Traditional/Executive
Par 30
Length 1730 yards
Slope 80
Rating 28.5

The Encanto Nine Golf Course lies to the west of Encanto Park, and offers an executive-length golf course perfect for anyone who seeks a fast-and-loose round, with tee times passed out first-come-first-served. About an hour and a half is usually all it takes to play through the golf course.

The Encanto Nine Golf Course sits in the heart of Phoenix, and claims the honor of being the third-oldest golf course in Arizona and features a casual vibe, perhaps due in part to the foliage. Abundant natural palms line the golf course, and between them golfers can catch beautiful glimpses of downtown Phoenix. The course was designed by William P. Bell.

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Course Details

Year Built 1952
Golf Season Year round
Architect William F. Bell (1952) William P. Bell (1952)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
GPS No
Pull-carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
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
Fivesomes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes

Food & Beverage

Snacks
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4.4
287 Reviews (287)
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5.0
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Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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2.0
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Conditions Good
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Layout Fair
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Conditions Good
Value Excellent
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3.0
Previously Played

Slow pace and poor communication

We booked a 9-hole round through GolfNow, but unfortunately, our experience was disappointing from the start. When we arrived, the staff informed us that our tee time had been pushed back an hour due to a tournament — something no one had notified us about in advance. Since GolfNow bookings are prepaid and non-refundable, we had no choice but to leave and come back later.

Once we finally teed off, the pace of play was extremely slow. The group in front of us took a long time on every hole, and soon the golfers behind us were waiting as well. It really disrupted the flow of the round and made it difficult to enjoy the game.

The course itself was fine for a quick 9, but better communication and pace management would go a long way toward improving the overall experience.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
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Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played

Great for practice

This is a great little course for beginners or for practicing. There’s no water or bunkers to worry about and the conditions are surprisingly good for summer. It’s inexpensive and usually available. Staff have always been super helpful and pleasant. There’s no range or bar, but there is a small practice green.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 25+
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

First Round of 9

The course was great...a little soggy in spots, but easy to navigate. Staff was friendly and the pace of play was perfect.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Response from on 08/16/2025:
We really appreciate the five-star rating! It’s great to know you enjoyed your visit — we’ll keep working to make every experience just as good.
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 20-24
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

Quick Hitter!!

I got some time Sunday Afternoon in the middle of summer. Wanted to get in a quick round since it was very hot at 2:30 pm. It was exactly what I wanted was in and out within an hour. I got my fix and was able to get back to the family in no time.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Fun 9 holes

In the Arizona heat, this is a fun fast 9 hole course, friendly staff, course was a bit muddier that I expected, but I guess you have to beat the heat somehow.

Definitely a place to go if you want an affordable but fun quick 9

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 4
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap Don't know
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Love This Course

I am an amateur-level golfer. This course is easy and fun. The staff is always very accommodating and friendly. When I am paired up with other golfers I invariably play with really nice guys which adds to my experience.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Played On
Reviews 32
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 20
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Walked
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 32
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Nice for Short Game

First time playing this course. It’s open aside from Palm trees so definitely don’t be surprised at random balls that fall in your fairway. This course is pretty dry so balls run fast. Push carts are free and shop is stocked with basics

This is the FRIENDLIEST course I’ve seen for KIDS.

On my visit, everyone was polite and most were walking the course. More important, there were lots of kids. So everyone was allowing grace first the younger golfers.

Love the community here.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
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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