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4.9
764 Reviews (764)
5 Stars
600
4 Stars
129
3 Stars
18
2 Stars
6
1 Stars
11
Conditions
4.8
Value
4.5
Layout
4.9
Friendliness
4.9
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.8
99.5%
Recommend this course
737 out of 764 reviews
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4.7
19 Reviews (19)
5 Stars
14
4 Stars
4
3 Stars
1
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.7
Value
4.6
Layout
4.9
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.8
StaffFriendliness
5.0
100.0%
Recommend this course
19 out of 19 reviews
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4.9
77 Reviews (77)
5 Stars
70
4 Stars
6
3 Stars
1
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.8
Value
4.6
Layout
4.9
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.8
StaffFriendliness
4.9
100.0%
Recommend this course
77 out of 77 reviews
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Course Highlights
Thistle Golf Club consistently impresses with immaculate course conditions, a distinctive layout, and genuinely welcoming staff across all recent rounds. Smooth pace of play and outstanding amenities make this one of Myrtle Beach's top values.

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Holes 9
Type Public
Par 36
Length 3450 yards
Slope N/A
Rating N/A
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Course Details

Year Built 1999
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens TifEagle Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Tim Cate (1999)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
GPS No
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

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

Food & Beverage

Bar

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities

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Reviews

4.9
764 Reviews (764)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 18
Patio Dining 12
19th Hole Scenic Views 11
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 28
Water Hazards 28
Forced Carries 27
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 23
Locals 20
A Bucket list/Top 100 Pick 15
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 27
In the 'Burbs 7
Convenient to the City 6

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Played On
Reviews 76
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor
First Time Playing

Beautiful course with challenging layouts

Everything about Thistle was outstanding

The course was in great shape, the clubhouse was stunning, even the golf cart’s leather seats felt like I was getting into a Mercedes. The best part was the placement of the forward tees. As a senior woman golfer I was able to play at pace with 3 long hiitting men.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 76
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor
First Time Playing

Great challenging course

Luxurious amenities including the golf carts !

Each whole had different challenges. Beautiful and peaceful. The best thing I found as a senior lady golfer was the forward tees. They allowed to play at pace with the 3 men I played with.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 10
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Excellent Course!

Best course we have played in Myrtle Beach area. Highly recommend this place!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 53
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Awesome course!

Played years ago for the first time! Couldn’t pas up a good hot deal in this course. Course in fantastic shape especially for November

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 16
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Beautiful Course

This was my first time playing Thistle and I wasn't disappointed.

Beautiful layout and the greens were perfect.

A bounty of sand traps, many that I seemed to end up in.

The staff, both inside and out, were extremely friendly and professional.

Would definitely recommend this course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great Conditions

Interesting course. The greens were in very good condition. New carts, good amenities with clubhouse drinks and food. The only drawback I found is the addition of a plastic ring at the top of each hole. I’ve played with this device in place before and understand why a course uses it however it definitely affects the result of a good putt. We had multiple putts lip out as a group. That ruined the overall experience.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
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 10
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Play Thistle if you get the chance!

This is my fourth visit to Myrtle Beach for a week each and my wife & I have played about 15 different courses over the years. This was the best of them starting from when we got there to when we left. The outside golf services folks were awesome and the course was in great shape.

We would definitely come back to this course the next time we are in the Myrtle Beach area, as long as it was still available on TeeOff or GolfNow.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Thistle - Worth the price

Course is in great condition. Layout is challenging but fair. Plenty of beverage carts - we saw one every 3/4 holes. Carts have extra thick leather seats. Starter very friendly and informative. Would play there again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Good Tract

First time playing. Wide open with plenty of water. Course was in good shape. Greens were average speed

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Not a Weed In Sight

Course condition was magnificent. Kudos to the staff for their hard work. Greens were slippery. Held their line but judging speed was a challenge. First time playing here but will definitely will be on the return list.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Clubhouse and staff

The area and Clubhouse were spectacular. All the staff were great. Course was tough.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 26
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Best of the best!

I can’t overstate how beautiful this course is. The entire complex is top notch. Just great from beginning to end. It’s worth every penny! The conditions were immaculate. So book it!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 31
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Best in NC

Not an easy course but the best in NC

They do need to lower price.

I played only because I got a super low discount on the Tee Off app.

I wanted to play at the beginning of September with my son-in-law but wasn't going to pay close to $100 green fees.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Great place

Course was in great shape and would definitely play here again. The carts had gps so that was a plus. I had a 430 tee time and basically had the course to myself. make sure you take bug spray because the mosquitoes were terrible. Overall good experience

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