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4.7
646 Reviews (646)
5 Stars
434
4 Stars
149
3 Stars
34
2 Stars
17
1 Stars
12
Conditions
4.6
Value
4.4
Layout
4.7
Friendliness
4.8
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.7
94.3%
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600 out of 646 reviews
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4.9
20 Reviews (20)
5 Stars
17
4 Stars
3
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.8
Value
4.5
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.7
Amenities
4.8
StaffFriendliness
4.9
100.0%
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20 out of 20 reviews
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4.7
41 Reviews (41)
5 Stars
34
4 Stars
5
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
1
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1
Conditions
4.7
Value
4.5
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.8
StaffFriendliness
4.9
95.1%
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39 out of 41 reviews
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Course Highlights
La Cantera's challenging layout, elevation changes, and picturesque views make it the top-ranked course in San Antonio. Exceptionally friendly staff and outstanding course conditions consistently deliver a top-notch experience at a great value.

About

Holes 18
Type Public/Resort
Par 72
Length 6954 yards
Slope 134
Rating 72.5

La Cantera Golf Club opened in 1995, when it also hosted one of the oldest PGA Tour events, the Texas Open. It is no wonder the spot was chosen, with its numerous natural water features, mature oaks, and limestone rock outcroppings it provides the perfect terrain for a challenging round. There are also 75 white sand bunkers strategically placed throughout the golf course. In combination with the spectacular views provided by the course’s elevation changes, the course has quickly gained favor as one of the best public-access golf courses in the country.

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Course Details

Year Built 1995
Golf Season Year round
Architect Tom Weiskopf (1995) Jay Morrish (1995) Roy Bechtol (1995)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
GPS Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes - "The Academy at La Cantera"
Teaching Pro Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No

Available Facilities

Meeting Facilities, Spa, Jacuzzi

Available Activities

Swimming, Billiards

Available Sports

Tennis

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Reviews

4.7
646 Reviews (646)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 25
19th Hole Scenic Views 12
Brunch 12
Course Challenges Include:
Elevation Changes 53
Bunkers 42
Undulating Greens 24
This course/club is great for:
A Weekend Splurge 37
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 36
Advanced Golfers 34
This Course's Location is:
At a Resort 51
Near Local Attractions 43
Convenient to the City 39

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Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Very Enjoyable

The corse is fare for all labels of play one of the best things about this corse are the grate views.

Conditions when perfect when we played it.

Easier then the championship La Cantera Palmer Course

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
65ef8d89-43b9-5a12-8ac4-191f95b4169e
Commented on 12/28/2015

Hi Roberto3602019,

Thank you for playing at La Cantera Resort. We are happy to hear you enjoyed your round with us, and enjoyed our course conditions and layout. We hope you will be back to see us for another round soon.

Best Wishes,

La Cantera Resort Management

Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

one of the best courses for the money

the course was in good shape considering we played after it rained all week . it took my 4 person party just over 4 hours from start to finish with all of us shooting in the low 90's. the hardest part was reading the greens, they'd be fast one way and slow the other .the worst thing was the price for beverages, 5.50 for a can of beer and 3.25 for a bottle of water.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
65ef8d89-43b9-5a12-8ac4-191f95b4169e
Commented on 12/28/2015

Hi meatyboy,

Thank you for playing at La Cantera Resort. We are happy to hear pace of play was up to par, and you enjoyed your round even after the previous rain fall. We appreciate your feedback regarding the beverage prices, as this helps us make improvements for future golfers.

We hope you will be back to see us for another round soon.

Best Wishes,

La Cantera Resort Management

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a year
I Recommend This Course
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Range closed

The course was in good condition, but with the range closed, it made for a tough few holes. In my opinion, any time a course doesn't provide the services described on site, the course should either issue a partial discount or provide a complimentary drink or something.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
65ef8d89-43b9-5a12-8ac4-191f95b4169e
Commented on 12/28/2015

Hi u000003967304,

Thank you for playing at La Cantera Resort. We are sorry that the range was closed during your visit. We appreciate your feedback as this will help us make improvements for future golfers. We hope you will be back to see us again, so we can provide you with an exceptional golf experience.

Best Wishes,

La Cantera Resort Management

Played On
Reviews 29
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Course can play tough

Enjoyed the round. Greens were faster than normal...loved them!! Reading breaks can fool you at times. Nice challenge and fun course to play~!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
8e0af433-f0ba-5fc6-a4a1-de256a25b232
Commented on 11/09/2015

Hi rjanzen,

Thank you for playing at La Cantera Resort. We are pleased to hear you enjoyed your round, and you had a great pace of play. We are happy to hear you enjoyed the challenge, but still had fun! We hope you will be back to see us for another round soon.

Best Wishes,

La Cantera Resort Management

Played On
Reviews 16
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Average weather
Used cart

Good experience

Course had some amazing views, and cool hole layouts. It was a little soggy, which was to be expected after all the rain. I only wish the range would've been open, instead of having to hit the course cold turkey, but can understand why it wasn't. Same as cart path only. Overall it was a great course, and will have to play it again sometime when the weather allows the course to be in peak condition.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
8e0af433-f0ba-5fc6-a4a1-de256a25b232
Commented on 11/09/2015

Hi crb15,

Thank you for playing at La Cantera Resort. We appreciate the great rating and the 5 star review! We have had some bad weather come through, but we are glad that did not impact your game. We hope you will be back to see us for another round soon.

Best Wishes,

La Cantera Resort Management

Played On
Reviews 161
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Top 250 Contributor
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Great golf and jaw-dropping vistas!

Despite having to walk a lot because rain had forced cart-path-only conditions, our two threesomes enjoyed the round greatly. Some of us had played the Palmer course before and were looking forward to another great experience. We were not disappointed.

Course, views, staff, (discounted) price-- everything rated 5 stars.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
8e0af433-f0ba-5fc6-a4a1-de256a25b232
Commented on 11/09/2015

Thank you for playing at La Cantera Resort. We appreciate the great rating and 5 star review. We are so happy that you enjoyed our staff, course layout, and the views. We hope you will be back to see us again soon.

Best Wishes,

La Cantera Resort Management

Played On
Reviews 20
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

texastrip

The course was in great condition; it is quite difficult but fair. The greens are quite fast and there is severe sloping on several. The pace of play for the first four holes was snaillike but the foursome let us through and they never saw us again.A 4 hour round - wonderful. I rate this course a must play!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
8e0af433-f0ba-5fc6-a4a1-de256a25b232
Commented on 11/09/2015

Hi uGCJH3189GC,

Thank you for playing at La Cantera Resort. We are honored that you would give us a 5 star rating and a great review. We hope you will be back to see us for another round soon!

Best Wishes,

La Cantera Resort Management

Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Poor pro shop and ranger judgement

First I want to say that the course is extremely nice. Great fast greens and views. Now for the worst part, the pace of play. For the first 12 holes our group was on pace for a 4 hour round, very nice, then the slow down. The rangers on the course had now allowed a group of 8 to play. 2 foursomes playing in the tail end of a tournament became a group of 8. I called the pro shop and informed them. They could have cared less. All they said was "well, we had a tournament today". I know you had a tournament today, there is a group of 8 slowing up every group behind them. "We will call the Rangers to check on it". I told them there was a ranger standing next to me, here, talk to him. "No, we will call them on the walkie-talkie". I asked the ranger, why are you allowing a group of 8 to play. His response..."the other ranger told me it was okay". WHAT!! IT WAS OKAY TO HAVE A GROUP OF 8 PLAYING AND SLOWING EVERYBODY DOWN!! "The other ranger said it was okay". It took almost 2 hours to play the final 6 hours! This showed the head pro and his staff's lack of attention and their apathy to make sure the golf experience on the course is a good one. If you play here, call in advance, if there is a tournament, avoid this course like the plague. They could care less how slow the pace of play is and that you have a pleasurable round of golf. The best staff member was the starter named Jack, from New York, he was very good.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Friendliness Fair
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
8e0af433-f0ba-5fc6-a4a1-de256a25b232
Commented on 11/09/2015

Hi lramire127,

Thank you for playing at La Cantera Resort. We are disappointed to hear that the pace of play was not up to par. We appreciate your feedback as this helps us make improvements for future golfers. Again, we are disappointed that we were not able to provide you with an exceptional golf experience.

Best Wishes,
La Cantera Resort Management

Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Not worth full price.

Beautiful course. I had the unfortunate tee time behind a very slow group due to a tournament. I would rate this course as average. It was oksu, but not fun due to the tournament.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
65ef8d89-43b9-5a12-8ac4-191f95b4169e
Commented on 10/19/2015

Hi nevetskled,

Thank you for playing at the Resort Course at La Cantera. We apologize that the pace of play was not up to par. We hope you will come back to see us again.

Best Wishes,

La Cantera Resort Management

Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Beautiful views and lots of wild life

We were able to get a hot deal through golf now and only paid $42 for the round so a great deal for this caliber of course. There were so many scenic views, at times, I forgot we were playing golf. The holes were challenging, but playable. I would certainly play here again and agian. :-)

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
65ef8d89-43b9-5a12-8ac4-191f95b4169e
Commented on 10/19/2015

Hi RocketRox,

Thank you for playing at the Resort Course at La Cantera. We are happy to hear you enjoyed the challenge of the course as well as its beautiful landscape. We look forward to your next visit.

Best Wishes,

La Cantera Resort Management

Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Golf On a Wednesday at La Canterra

Booked this tee time about 2 hours in advance through GolfNow. The course "as always" was in wonderful conditions. The staff were courteous and professional and got us right out with no hassle. This course is one of several gems in San Antonio (it used to host the Valero Texas Open) that a golfer can always depend on good playing conditions. This was my first time using GolfNow and from these results will more than likely use them again. Thanks again to the staff at La Canterra and GolfNow.

Difficulty Moderate
65ef8d89-43b9-5a12-8ac4-191f95b4169e
Commented on 10/19/2015

Hi Jaybird841,

Thank you for playing at the Resort Course at La Cantera. We are happy to hear you enjoyed our staff, course conditions, and had an overall great experience. We look forward to your next visit at La Cantera Resort.

Best Wishes,

La Cantera Resort Management

Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Average weather
Used cart

Great hill country course

I played the resort course twice. The first day I was all over the place, falling into some of the courses traps. The second day I was 12 strokes better. The staff was great - I bought some merchandise from the club house, and they volunteered to keep ahold of it until for me so I don't mess it up on the course. Sensible. Of course I left the course and completely forgot about the purchases waiting for me in the club house. I called the pro shop after I left the hotel, and they said they would mail my package free of charge. This place is just fantastic...

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
65ef8d89-43b9-5a12-8ac4-191f95b4169e
Commented on 10/19/2015

Hi gveiseh,

Thank you for playing at the Resort Course at La Cantera. We are happy to hear you enjoyed our staff, course conditions, and had an overall great experience. We sincerely appreciate the rave review, and we look forward to your next visit.

Best Wishes,

La Cantera Resort Management

Played On
Reviews 22
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great if good deal found on GolfNow

First time my husband and I played here. We heard a lot about courses at LaCantera and wanted to try them. We found good deal on GolfNow. Course was in excellent condition for a hot summer day. Good variety of course topography and green challenges. Pace of play was great after we separated from 2 singles paired up with us and one of those guys thought he was on the tour and didn't observe ready golf protocol, really slowing us down for the first 4 holes. The only negative thing I would say is that paying full price here is not worth it. I equate this course with other local courses like Hyatt, Cedar Creek and the Quarry where prices are lower.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
65ef8d89-43b9-5a12-8ac4-191f95b4169e
Commented on 09/28/2015

Hi BabetteHansen,

Thank you for playing at La Cantera Resort. We are pleased to hear you enjoyed your round with us, and the challenges of our greens. We look forward to seeing you back for another round soon.

Best Wishes,

La Cantera Resort Management

Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

great course but terrible 19th hole

the course was in great shape staff very friendly but the only thing I didn't like about it is they have no snacks or anything to eat at the bar after 3 p.m. I was not asking for a steak or lobster just a hot dog or nachos heck even a bag of chips would have been nice there 15 other people at the bar that agreed with me. The other golf courses offer food at the bar. And for being a resort they have very small TV's in the bar and way up in the corners you have to twist your body around just to see some sports on there very disappointed with the 19th hole.Dont think I will be going to the bar and grill at the course again La Cantera mall is right across the street with plenty of places to go have a drink and just have a snack.

Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
65ef8d89-43b9-5a12-8ac4-191f95b4169e
Commented on 09/01/2015

Hi Raymond,

We are happy to hear you enjoyed your time with us at La Cantera Resort. We are glad you enjoyed the course conditions and our friendly staff. We apologize food was not available after 3:00pm, and we will talk with our team to see if this is something we can change in the future.

We hope to see you back again soon for another round at La Cantera Resort.

Best Wishes,

La Cantera Resort Management

Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great course

My friends and I had a great time....I would recommend playing there if you haven't done so

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
65ef8d89-43b9-5a12-8ac4-191f95b4169e
Commented on 09/01/2015

Hi Mark,

Thank you for playing with us at La Cantera Resort. We are happy to hear you enjoyed your time with us, and we look forward to seeing you back for another round soon.

Best Wishes,

La Cantera Resort Management

Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

La Cantera

Great deal, nice to play different golf courses, everything was perfect.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
65ef8d89-43b9-5a12-8ac4-191f95b4169e
Commented on 09/01/2015

Thank you for playing at La Cantera Resort. We are happy to hear you enjoyed your time with us, and you had a perfect golf experience. We hope to see you back for another round soon!

Best Wishes,

La Cantera Resort Management

Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Fair weather
Used cart

Practice green was much faster than course greens

There was some construction but the course was beautiful. Price was reasonable on Golf Now. Our group was glad we played the course and look forward to being able to return. It is a course that you need to know to score well. Some of the trouble is closer or further than you think.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
65ef8d89-43b9-5a12-8ac4-191f95b4169e
Commented on 09/01/2015

Hi Brinkf,

Thank you for playing at La Cantera Resort. We are happy to hear you were able to find a great deal on GolfNow. We hope you will come back to see us again soon!

Best Wishes,

La Cantera Resort Management

Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

La Cantera Resort Course is in good shape

The course was in very good condition. Greens were fast and true. The fairways and traps were excellent for this time of year( hot and dry). The only drawback is the noise generated from the ongoing construction at the hotel.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
65ef8d89-43b9-5a12-8ac4-191f95b4169e
Commented on 08/03/2015

Hi CBenefield,

Thank you for your great comments. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed the great conditions. We hope to see you again soon!

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Overall Good Shape

La Cantera Resort Course is loaded with great views and a good staff. Bag drop staff is friendly, starters and marshals are helpful and nice. Cart/Beverage girls are around every few holes to keep you refreshed. I just have one bit of advice; DO NOT HIT IT IN THE ROUGH. The Bermuda grass is about 3-4" deep and you cannot find your ball. A resort course should have much shorter and more manageable rough to make the round more enjoyable. The greens and tee boxes are fantastic. Fairways have some burn spots but I'm just nitpicking now. Overall good course. Did I mention not to hit it in the rough?

Conditions Good
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 20
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Too much rough and sanded greens

This is the first time I played La Cantera and was very disappointed with the conditions. I figured(incorrectly) that two weeks after the greens being sanded; that the greens would be pretty decent. Sadly they were not. They were very inconsistent and it made the short game almost impossible. The Tee boxes and fairways were very good although we ran into a lot of muddy and over watered areas, which was odd considering how dry it's been. The rough might have been the thickest I have ever played. We had trouble finding balls a foot off the fairway. It made for a very difficult and unpleasant golf experience. I will have trouble convincing
Myself to want to play here again. The views on this course are second to none but the conditions make it Muni-like!

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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