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4.6
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4.6
2684 Reviews (2684)
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3 Stars
185
2 Stars
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1 Stars
31
Conditions
4.5
Value
4.3
Layout
4.7
Friendliness
4.8
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.6
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4.7
114 Reviews (114)
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4 Stars
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1 Stars
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Conditions
4.5
Value
4.3
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.7
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4.8
94.7%
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108 out of 114 reviews
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4.7
151 Reviews (151)
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4 Stars
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3 Stars
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4.5
Value
4.3
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.7
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4.8
96.0%
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145 out of 151 reviews
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Course Highlights
Regatta Bay's challenging layout rewards strategic play, with demanding par 3s and a 500-yard par 4 that tests golfers of all skill levels. The exceptionally friendly staff, top-tier amenities, and consistently pristine conditions make every round feel worth the trip.

About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 72
Length 6840 yards
Slope 147
Rating 74.2

Regatta Bay Golf & Yacht Club, a five-star Forbes Travel Guide facility; has been a popular tee time choice for locals and traveling golfers in Destin. For Groups of 9 or more please contact our sales office for Group Booking Packages at (850) 337-8080.

Ever since it debuted in 2003 and started earning raves for being one of Northwest Florida's premier courses. This semi-private layout is the star amenity of an 800-acre residential development that touches Choctawhatchee Bay. Robert C. Walker, formerly the lead architect of Arnold Palmer's design company, laid out Regatta Bay Golf & Yacht Club amidst a nature preserve near the south shore of the bay. While you'll feel the breezes as you play this stalwart of Florida's Emerald Coast region, the water views during the round are of the wetlands, streams and manmade lakes that lend beauty and challenge to the game here. Plenty of trees, bulkheads lining the hazards and bright white sand in the predominantly shallow bunkers add extra aesthetic panache when you play at Regatta Bay Golf & Yacht Club. With so much water and trouble all around, you'll need to execute numerous forced carries on your drives and approach shots. A couple of holes feature island-like fairways.

Regatta Bay Golf and Yacht Club delivers a classic brand of Florida target-style golf, though it's a challenge everyone can enjoy. Moderately skilled players will be relieved that some of the hazards and shot prospects seem more intimidating than they really are. The game at Regatta Bay Golf & Yacht Club comes to a crescendo finish. On the tricky par-4 16th you must avoid the water on the left and the marsh that crosses the fairway. While the redesigned 17th may be a drivable par 4 for long hitters, for most players the primary task is executing a forced-carry tee shot over water that finds the fairway in a spot short of the bunkers that intercede before the green. The finishing hole at Regatta Bay Golf & Yacht Club is a reachable ball 5 that hooks around a large lake with the green tucked hard by the hazard. It's the last test of a day of golf filled with strong and intriguing holes.

The club's extensive practice facilities include a golf academy with a canopy cover and a nice clubhouse with a lakefront restaurant that's ideal for winding down after your game. It's no wonder that Regatta Bay Golf & Yacht Club is such a popular place to play in golf-rich Destin.

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Tees
Tee Par Length Rating Slope
Black 72 6840 yards 74.2 147
Blue 72 6383 yards 72.0 141
White 72 5965 yards 70.3 136
Gold (W) 72 5636 yards 72.2 121
Gold 72 5636 yards 68.5 128
Green 72 4817 yards 64.2 118
Green (W) 72 4817 yards 69.4 121
Orange 72 4138 yards 61.9 112
Orange (W) 72 4138 yards 64.7 114
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Scorecard for Regatta Bay Golf & Country Club
Metrics:
Hole 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Out 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 In Total
Black M: 74.2/147 544 409 195 434 566 425 456 193 357 3579 403 379 450 183 376 202 432 311 525 3261 6840
Blue M: 72.0/141 515 389 158 414 540 396 421 169 336 3338 381 357 439 160 339 172 410 286 501 3045 6383
White M: 70.3/136 494 365 143 390 517 371 393 146 314 3133 359 341 420 152 319 152 356 257 476 2832 5965
Gold M: 68.5/128 W: 72.7/122 473 331 124 373 495 343 369 146 288 2942 336 341 399 136 295 152 331 251 453 2694 5636
Gold/Green M: 66.0/125 W: 70.5/122 394 331 124 282 392 343 369 146 288 2669 284 266 399 136 295 152 285 251 399 2467 5136
Green M: 64.2/118 W: 69.3/121 394 331 106 282 392 307 333 134 236 2515 284 266 335 111 260 135 285 227 399 2302 4817
Orange M: 61.9/112 W: 64.7/114 324 252 106 224 363 248 264 75 236 2092 248 266 294 111 260 135 236 167 329 2046 4138
Handicap 9 5 17 1 3 7 11 15 13 4 8 10 18 16 14 2 12 6
Par 5 4 3 4 5 4 4 3 4 36 4 4 5 3 4 3 4 4 5 36 72
Handicap (W) 5 7 15 13 1 11 9 17 3 2 8 16 10 12 14 6 18 4
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Course Details

Year Built 1996
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Tifdwarf Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Robert Walker (1996)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
GPS Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Golf Simulator Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Indoor Practice Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

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

Food & Beverage

Snacks, Restaurant, Beverage Carts

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Reviews

4.6
2684 Reviews (2684)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 10
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 15
Water Hazards 15
Forced Carries 10
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 8
A Weekend Splurge 7
Locals 7
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 10
Near Local Attractions 9

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u000007733407
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Top notch

This place is definitely the best golf course in Destin. Love playing here. Great facilities. Friendly and attentive staff and it’s always in great condition.

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

Absolutely Top Notch!

Fantastic course. Challenging layout. Beautiful!! Friendly staff. Will definitely return.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Ojkvmo9mnFQ1HZddTCnE
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Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great layout

Great layout but not as challenging as expected. Slowest greens I may have ever played. Just way overpriced for quality.

Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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Commented on 08/10/2026

Thanks for taking the time to leave a rating and review. Green speeds can vary based on weather conditions. Hope you give us another shot sometime soon!

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sukhyDDDgKl6DUZYvBRT
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Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Being charged extra after calling ahead

I planned on playing solo with my wife as a rider, called that morning and was told $35, when I got there they charged her as another player so I had to pay for another round just for my wife to ride with me, was unaware they were going to pair me with other players. Other than all that course was nice and the bartender inside was excellent. Won’t be back to play again for the only excuse was there is already a foursome and was charged so much for my wife to ride even though I paid a cart and green fee.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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u314161541197
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing

Great course

Regatta Bay in Destin is a wonderful challenging golf course that was fun to play. Well designated with lush fairways and receptive greens. Will play this course again the next time we’re in town.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 08/06/2026

It's great to hear you enjoyed you experience with us and thank you for the 5 stars and nice review. We sure hope to have you back sometime soon!

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JonAlb
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Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Regatta Bay

Have passed course for over 20 yrs- more expensive than some other options, but course in excellent show, staff very good , and will go back.

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 08/03/2026

Thanks for the 5 stars and great review! Please don't wait another 20 years to come back! We appreciate your business and hope to have you back again very soon!

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cygnusx444
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 07/20/2026

Thanks for the 5 star rating! Hope to see you again soon!

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cygnusx444
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 07/20/2026

5 stars!! Thanks so much! See you next time!

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u000003316526
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Reviews 18
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great track

Everyone at Regatta is very accommodating, greens in great shape, maybe the superintendent from Bay Point could make a visit and learn how to grow good greens!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 07/20/2026

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed the course conditions and the service! Come back soon!

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kewlgi22
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Awesome time

This was a fun day of golf. Course was excellent and the greens rolled true. Met three nice guys and had a fun time. From pace of play to friendly staff. Can be intimidating going through a rich neighborhood and super nice club house but staff made you feel right at home. You will love playing here. Will be back again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 07/20/2026

Thank you for the 5 stars and great review. We're glad to hear you enjoyed your time with us and hope to have you back again soon!

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jdw79III
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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

This course was amazing!

We were so impressed with the condition of the course. The staff is very friendly. Felt like playing on a tour level course. Will definitely play here again!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 07/14/2026

High praise! Thanks so much for sharing your experience with us with this rating and review! We appreciate you and hope to see you our here again soon! Thanks again!

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PingPongPeppers33
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Perfect!

Everything from the staff to the course was excellent. Course in best shape I've ever seen

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 07/14/2026

Thanks for the 5 stars and great review! So glad you enjoyed your time with us and we hope to have you back again soon!

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ddelah1
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Best course in Destin

Always make a point to play Regatta Bay when we come for our annual beach trip. The practice facilities are some of the best you will find anywhere. Staff and amenities are always top notch. I've never had a bad experience here. You get your money's worth for sure.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 07/09/2026

Thanks so much for this awesome rating and review! We appreciate your business and for taking the time to share your impressions and experience with us. We hope to have you back again soon! Thanks again!

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Bwilbanks95
Played On
Reviews 23
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Beautiful as always

Always a must stop on our yearly trip to Destin. Fantastic conditions, tee to green in great shape. Best breakfast burritos I’ve ever had at a course!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 07/09/2026

So glad to hear you enjoyed your time with us and thanks for taking the time to share your experience! We love those b'fast burritos too! Come on back soon! Thanks again!

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Lewellenz
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Beautiful layout

My son and I really enjoyed this course. The staff was very accommodating which was refreshing. Fairways and roughs were in great shape. The greens were still pretty sandy from aeration so they didn’t roll very well. The cups were rolled pretty good also. Overall it was in great shape compared to other courses in the area.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 07/09/2026

Thanks for taking the time to share your experience with us and for your business, we appreciate you! We aerated way back in early May but the periodic topdressing you saw on the greens is essential to maintaining their long term health during these hot stretches in the summertime here in NW Florida. Thanks again for playing with us and hope to have you back again soon!

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ChwaiJToo7z0VCEqUYml
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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 06/29/2026

5 stars! Thanks for taking the time to leave a great rating. Hope to have you back soon!

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u314173338275
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 06/29/2026

Thanks for the 5 stars! Glad you enjoyed you experience with us and hope to see you out here again soon!

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WE5Dio229Z7Ao4POmf1W
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Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Friendliest starter ever!

Beautiful course! Can’t believe this is public! A little pricey but range balls included. Starter is possibly the friendliest human I have ever met. He led us to the range and gave us a course overview before we started. Fantastic experience! Will definitely come back!

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 06/22/2026

Thanks for the 5 stars and great review. We're so glad to hear you had a enjoyable experience with us and hope to have you back sometime soon.

We appreciate you calling out our dedicated staff, we all do our very best to make you feel special,,,because you are! Thanks again!

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AlCrosby
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Top-Shelf Course and Facilities

Regatta Bay never disappoints! It is expensive but it is worth it. The course is incredible. It makes you feel like you’re playing a PGA quality venue.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 06/19/2026

Thanks so much Al for taking the time to leave us a 5 star rating and amazing comments! We are delighted to hear how much you enjoyed the course and hope to see you out here again soon! Thanks again sir!

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Ty2989216
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Course was in great shape, staff was very friendly and informative

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
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Commented on 06/15/2026

Thanks for the 5 stars and great review! Glad you had an enjoyable experience with us and hope to see you back out here again soon!

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