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4.5
313 Reviews (313)
5 Stars
157
4 Stars
119
3 Stars
30
2 Stars
6
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.7
Layout
4.4
Friendliness
4.8
Pace
4.3
Amenities
3.9
97.6%
Recommend this course
303 out of 313 reviews
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4.5
28 Reviews (28)
5 Stars
18
4 Stars
8
3 Stars
1
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.5
Value
4.8
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.8
96.4%
Recommend this course
27 out of 28 reviews
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4.5
39 Reviews (39)
5 Stars
23
4 Stars
13
3 Stars
2
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.5
Value
4.8
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
4.8
97.4%
Recommend this course
38 out of 39 reviews
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Course Highlights
Encanto 9 offers open fairways, well-kept greens, and surprisingly good conditions at an affordable price point that keeps golfers returning. Exceptionally friendly staff and a welcoming layout make this a top choice for beginners and experienced players alike.

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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Reviews

4.5
313 Reviews (313)

What Golfers Are Saying

This course/club is great for:
9-Hole Rounds 17
Beginners 14
Walkers 14
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 15

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Played On
Reviews 6
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 33
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
Played On
Reviews 16
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Fair
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Good condition, fast 9-hole

The course was in great shape. It plays quickly, which is great if you are just trying to get in 9 holes.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 15
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Walked

Wonderful course

Great walking course. Great greens, very well kept. Highly recommend

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
4.0
First Time Playing

Solid Course

This course is a great little get away to practice your iron / wedges. It’s VERY short so no need for the full bag. It’s walkable and you won’t get tired. But $30 to play 1100 yards just isn’t right. It should be cheaper due to just that, but the greens rolled true and were challenging, the only straight putt you’ll have is below the hole! Good luck

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 18
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 15
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nice Par 30 Course

My wife and I are in town for a couple months and played this course for the first time. Greens were in great shape. They were tough, but fair. We were paired with another couple, and enjoyed a nice round together. Reggie at the front desk was also very friendly and helpful. We'll definitely go back to play it again!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Not bad for the price

Greens and fairways were in great conditions. The tee boxes were over watered which made for very muddy conditions. Overall for the price and time of year not a bad price and value.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 12
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Bigcoach

Course is in great shape!

Greens as good as anywhere!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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