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4.4
1991 Reviews (1991)
5 Stars
1012
4 Stars
728
3 Stars
166
2 Stars
56
1 Stars
29
Conditions
4.2
Value
4.3
Layout
4.7
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.2
90.9%
Recommend this course
1810 out of 1991 reviews
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4.1
45 Reviews (45)
5 Stars
22
4 Stars
11
3 Stars
9
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
3
Conditions
4.0
Value
3.9
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.0
Amenities
4.3
StaffFriendliness
4.5
71.1%
Recommend this course
32 out of 45 reviews
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4.3
139 Reviews (139)
5 Stars
78
4 Stars
41
3 Stars
15
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
5
Conditions
4.2
Value
4.4
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.3
StaffFriendliness
4.7
88.5%
Recommend this course
123 out of 139 reviews
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Course Highlights
The Jack Nicklaus-designed layout earns top marks for its challenging, long, and beautiful design that consistently impresses returning players. Friendly and helpful staff, solid pace of play, and strong overall value make this course a rewarding choice.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Style Desert
Par 72
Length 7139 yards
Slope 137
Rating 73.0

Golf Club of Estrella is the very first golf course on a daily-fee basis to be designed by Jack Nicklaus II in Phoenix, where it makes its home in the master-planned community Estrella, and offers 18 holes of par-72 championship golf over 7,102 unique yards. The many tests of the golf course will impress every level of golfer - though a choice of tee sets ensures no one will get in over his or her head. Desert and wash spaces require golfers to vary their shots while they take in vistas from the fairways shaped to the contour of the land and framed in the Sierra Estrella Mountains.

A round of golf at the Golf Club Estrella kicks off on Morning Star, a par 4 that measures 359 yards from the black tees. If you stick to the black tees, you'll need to conserve your energy for The Arroyo, the 16th hole, a par 5 that measures 605 yards. After that, Evening Star, the 18th hole, will be a relative breeze, at par 4 and just 437 yards from the black teees.

Once the round of golf at the Golf Club of Estrella is over, head back to the Player's Grill Restaurant for American pub fare and Southwestern snacks.

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Course Details

Year Built 1999
Fairways TiffDwarf Grass
Greens TiffDwarf Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Jack Nicklaus, Jr. (1999) Phil Smith (1999)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
GPS Yes
Pull-carts Yes
Caddies No
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted Visa, Discover, MasterCard, American Express
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Collared shirt required, no denim

Food & Beverage

Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities

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Reviews

4.4
1991 Reviews (1991)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 41
Patio Dining 33
19th Hole Specials 16
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 104
Forced Carries 69
Elevation Changes 54
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 74
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 64
Locals 52
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 96
In the 'Burbs 45
Convenient to the City 17

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5.0
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Reviews 12
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
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3.0
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Conditions Good
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Perfect weather
Used cart

This is a true desert course.

The golf course met or exceeded expectations in all areas except pace of play. No on course marshal meant that one group caused the course to back up. Well over a 5 hour round. I would still definitely play this course again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
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Reviews 45
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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First Time Playing

Vacation golf

Had a great day at Estrella! Course was CPO but reseeding was near :ending so Fairways were in great shape and greens were pretty good too. Wide Fairways and pretty scenery made for an enjoyable day. Check in was a breeze and we even got out early due to a cancellation so another plus. Staff was super friendly and helpful. Ranger came around a few times keeping pace on schedule. Would play again....this course was in the best shape of the 3 we played this week. It's a bit of a drive to get there, but worth it.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 37
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Estrella golf club

Very slow pace of play. Nobody cared. Fairways not cut. Greens reasonable

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Hidden Gem

Had a really fun round, course is in great condition!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 44
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great desert course

We thought the course was fabulous, however, pace of play was so slow the we did not finish our round. It took 4.5 hours to play 15 holes. Not a marshal around. As we were leaving, we saw 1 group that caused the delay. 2 open holes in front of them. Extremely disappointed that we paid full price and could not finish.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing

A Gem of a course

First time I’ve played this course, got fooled a few times, this is a good thing, impressive layout!. Only complaints were a bit of slow play, we got in 15 holes and it was dark. Teed off at 2pm, no way you can finish in 4 hours with current pace of play. One other quibble, no push carts so you are forced to drive a power cart.. interestingly, in Great Britain it’s the opposite, no power carts, only walking. Better feel for the courses and you finish in 4 hours or less!!

Apart from that, really a fun time and I guess it’s good to be lazy once in a while!!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Well kept

Played this course for the last 10 years during nascar week. Each time it has been cart path only. Golf now said they were 90° . Pace of play would pick up at least 30 minutes if they would be at least 90°, not cart path only. They also need to bring back so.e of the specials to bring people to play the course. 1st time I played it, you got the green fee, a dozen Titleist proves , lunch for $99.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 6
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 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Excellent course and amenities!

We loved playing these type of courses in AZ although it was way above average temperature..so hot out there we enjoyed it very much! Love the desert mountain views of this course!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 6
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Play it again Sam

Great layout, pace of play was outstanding even with cart path only and the greens were rolling great, even with the over seeding season finishing up. Will definitely keep my eyes open if any hot deals get posted for here again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Golf Course of Estrella

Beautiful course, attentive and professional staff just expensive!!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Fair
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 41
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

The Golf Club of Estrella

Given the extended summer weather, I was very impressed with the condition of the course. I really enjoyed the layout of the course. Several holes provide high-risk/high-reward options. The service was great; the staff makes you feel as if you are a member at a country club. The course is an extremely good value, especially when you factor in driving range and cart are included in the greens fees. On course water coolers as well as a very frequently seen beverage cart ensure that you will stay hydrated. A very good experience! 👍

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

Great course

little bit of a drive out to estrella. Rewarded with great course. Very hot day, 104, but course was in great condition

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
1.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Poor communication, horrible golfer experience

I’m no pro, but I have played golf for 25 years and I know when we’re impacting others with slow pace of play, this was not one of those times. We had a threesome in front of our foursome, so naturally they played at a faster pace. It was a hot day and we certainly weren’t spending time looking for balls that didn’t land in the fairway. We’d give a quick Look and drop, we were enjoying the course and having fun. I was rather surprised when we were asked to pick up our pace of play. So, we rushed through the next 2 holes and decided it was no longer fun. We picked up on number 5 and headed in. We payed $390.00 to play this course and saw 5 holes. I asked about a refund policy and was told the club pro would have to call me. It’s been 2 days and no call. I’ll not be back and I hope to get my money back by encouraging you, the reader of this review, to avoid giving this club your hard earned money. Go to Verrado instead. Much nicer folks who take the time to appreciate your patronage.

Conditions Good
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Poor
Amenities Fair
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