Papago Golf Club

We booked the course on line and there was a disclaimer that there would be 2 temporary greens and some construction. When we arrived we were told that we would be playing the front nine twice instead of the entire course. I accepted that although begrudgingly. The paths between tees were just awful. Large pot holes, ruts, roots, dust etc. Pace of play was fine at first, but really backed up on the second nine. Outside staff were very friendly and supportive.

I understand courses have to make improvements, however the extent of the construction was not communicated through GolfNow or from the course. Total trash! To charge people money to play there when half the course is unplayable was a poor strategic move. Close the whole thing down. Paying $70 for a course that turns 2 of the par 5s to par 3s is bs. I will never go back whether it’s looks good or not after construction.

The course was under construction with the front 9 being unavailable for play. The back 9 had two temporary greens and tee boxes were considerably shorter than normal. There was no indication of the current conditions on the website when booking which is extremely disappointing. The staff was friendly and helpful. Overall disappointed in the experience.

we were not informed until driving there that it was 9 holes only. They said we would have priority to play the back 9 again for our 18 hole booking but 3 groups were lined up after our first 9 holes so we quit. Then the computers were down so no refund!! "Call back tomorrow or here is a free replay card." No thanks! Suckered me once, won't be back.

Course under construction so lots of construction activity

The front 9 was closed so I played the back 9 twice. The 10th and 18th have temporary greens that might as well just not exist. 11-17 are mostly ok other than some off riding in between the holes. The price for what you get is just not worth it. I’ll come back once all of the construction is done and see if it’s worth it then

The course is completely tore up, maybe in six months or a year it will be good but right now it is not playable. You would have no idea where the next hole is. Not a good course to play right now.

Unfortunately they were renovating, which I didn’t know about beforehand. So I had to play they back 9 twice, with 2 temporary tees and 1 temporary green. Without this I would rate it 4-5.

Next year should be much better.

The Arizona golfers who used to call this course "home", can probably still remember a classic Billy Bell layout. For the those who never had the chance to play it prior to the butcher job that was done on it 15 or so years ago, you're being cheated. Aside from the lack-luster attempt to "improve" the course through the "redesign", the course is in complete disarray. The work that's being done on the course, which includes the closure of half the holes, is a necessary evil...I guess. But, the fact that they are still asking people to pay the ludicrous fee to play at a track that should be paying people to play there instead, is comical. The staff at the course has either told GolfNow to NOT tell people that half the course is off limits in order to keep people coming, or their they just plain ignorant...probably both. However, if you want to pay for a course that is just a fraction of what the original Billy Bell version was, then by all means, have at it. They are doing a huge disservice by continuing to call it "Papago", it's simply not the same. Also, the corporate mentality of the staff is a sad addition to the course. The friendly and welcoming atmosphere used to be a very genuine experience that I and many of "the regulars" enjoyed. It had that great "muni" feel about it...the true Arizonans who used to play it back when it was great understand what I saying. It used to be sacred ground, and now it's part of corporate America...some would call that "progress", but at the same time, it could also be called a tragedy.

The course is undergoing renovations and I was not told that the front 9 was closed until I arrived. We played the back 9 twice. One of the tee boxes is from the middle of the fairway and the 18th hole was in the middle of the 18th fairway while the hole is being moved. Probably a great course when finished, but pretty unbelievable that we had to pay full price for the circumstances.

Hard to judge completely as one hole was closed and several others with construction related issues. But the holes that are done are in great condition and the update to others looks promising. Will look forward to coming back when the remodel is done. Range is nice and Lou’s bar and grill is a great place for lunch and drinks. Staff very friendly and facilities excellent. Expect 5 stars soon.

I can’t wait to come back… this course has immense potential! Great staff and they gave us a 9 hole rain check since the front nine was under construction!

Drinks and food-,outstanding!!

I hadn't played here for 15 years but it's a very fun and beautiful course and pretty challenging with numerous deep bunkers.

Papago is under renovation currently so you can expect to have some shortened holes and temporary greens, etc. The part of the course that was still playable was very well manicured. Greens were in great shape. It's still pretty fun but it will be top notch after the renovations are done.

Staff was excellent!

Course was under massive construction and noone let us know. Expressed my dissatisfaction with the pro staff and all I got was "sorry." Won't be back any time soon.

Hey golfnow, how come there was no headsup about Papago being completely under construction and a joke to take out of town friends to??? The staff said they have told you guys to post it, but I saw nothing... I was embarrassed for suggesting papago and also making my friends pay $60 to play this course which is usually worth 60 but was worth about 15 due to the conditions... golfnow warns us when the greens are punched or overseed is happening.... please put a warning about papagos conditions to save the next host the embarrassment. Im sure they would appreciate that.

IF YOU VALUE MONEY AND TIME AND YOU ARE A DECENT GOLFER WHO ACTUALLY KEEPS SCORE THEN DO NOT PLAY THIS GOLF COURSE UNTIL THEY FINISH CONSTRUCTION AND RENOVATION. Sorry for the caps, but I need to make it clear that they have piles of dirt and rock all over the cart paths and fenced-off areas where they are building a fantastic golf course in the next few months. Right now the temporary greens are just stuck in the middle of the fairways on 4 different par 4s and it makes the course an unfit golf course for real golfers. If you want to bring your girlfriend out here and fool around and hit the ball around and have fun without keeping score then by all means come here and goof off because the challenge is a joke. Bring any first-time golfers here to learn but if you have a single digit handicap you will hate yourself for getting stuck here and not really having to putt out on 4 holes because it's impossible. Not greens, but just grass in an old fairway with a flag in it. I'm 100 positive this will be a fantastic golf course once they have completed the renovation, but right now, don't come here if you are a passionate or serious player, you will be disappointed.

I am surprised they are getting away with selling tee times when 4 holes are shortened and have a temporary green made in the middle of fairways. I feel short changed and I led on. I was not warned nor was it mentioned that your course is under a full renovation and is not ready to play a full 18 of real quality golf. Why are you charging full rack? I recognize you will be awesome when it complete but right now it's a massive mess out there. The temp greens are a joke and the par 4s at 200 tp 240yds are a joke. I will not give anyone a reccomendation to play here until this massive overhaul is complete.