Starfire Golf Club - The King Course in Scottsdale, Arizona, USA

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Last 6 Months
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3.5

3747 Reviews (3747)

5 Stars

1062

4 Stars

1561

3 Stars

664

2 Stars

271

1 Stars

189

Conditions

3.3

Value

3.5

Layout

3.9

Friendliness

4.2

Pace

3.5

Amenities

3.7

68.8%

Recommend this course

2984 out of 3747 reviews

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3.5

120 Reviews (120)

5 Stars

4 Stars

3 Stars

2 Stars

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Conditions

3.5

Value

3.5

Layout

3.9

Pace

3.3

Amenities

3.6

StaffFriendliness

4.1

71.7%

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86 out of 120 reviews

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Avg Rating

3.2

255 Reviews (255)

5 Stars

4 Stars

3 Stars

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Conditions

2.9

Value

3.2

Layout

3.8

Pace

3.4

Amenities

3.5

StaffFriendliness

4.1

58.4%

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149 out of 255 reviews

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AI summaries based on real golfer reviews

Course Highlights

Starfire's challenging layout in the heart of Scottsdale consistently draws repeat players who appreciate its interesting design and competitive conditions. Friendly staff and reasonable pricing make it a compelling alternative to the pricier courses surrounding it.

About

Holes 18

Type Semi-Private

Par 70

Length 6106 yards

Slope 124

Rating 68.8

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Scottsdale CC 18 (Starfire King 18)

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Satellite Layout

Tees

Tee	Par	Length	Rating	Slope
Palmer	70	6106 yards	68.8	124
Regular (W)	70	5630 yards	71.2	130
Regular	70	5630 yards	66.9	114
Middle	70	5084 yards	64.4	110
Middle (W)	70	5084 yards	68.0	119
Forward	70	4467 yards	61.2	102
Forward (W)	70	4467 yards	64.6	107

Track Rounds

Scorecard

Scorecard for The King

Metrics:

Hole	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	Out	10	11	12	13	14	15	16	17	18	In	Total
Palmer M: 68.8/124	559	188	421	144	349	498	400	203	504	3266	197	396	339	479	169	385	369	153	353	2840	6106
Regular M: 66.9/114 W: 71.2/130	502	166	393	116	329	476	377	183	466	3008	178	369	319	453	145	368	321	130	339	2622	5630
Middle M: 64.4/110 W: 68.0/119	451	143	355	94	309	436	354	145	437	2724	155	314	288	433	125	334	289	113	309	2360	5084
Middle/Forward W: 66.4/111	451	143	355	94	284	390	339	117	370	2543	155	314	245	397	125	334	262	84	256	2172	4715
Forward M: 61.2/102 W: 64.6/107	387	121	328	82	284	390	339	117	370	2418	111	278	245	397	113	303	262	84	256	2049	4467
Handicap	9	15	1	17	13	11	7	5	3		10	4	8	12	18	6	2	16	14
Par	5	3	4	3	4	5	4	3	5	36	3	4	4	5	3	4	4	3	4	34	70
Handicap (W)	11	15	1	17	13	9	5	7	3		12	4	8	10	18	6	2	16	14

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Course Details

Year Built 1988

Fairways Bermuda Grass

Greens Bermuda Grass

Golf Season Year round

Architect Arnold Palmer (1988) Ed Seay Robert Walker (1988)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees

GPS No

Pull-carts Yes

Caddies No

Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes

Golf School/Academy Yes

Teaching Pro Yes

Pitching/Chipping Area Yes

Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Discover, AMEX Welcomed

Metal Spikes Allowed No

Dress code Collared shirt required, no denim

Food & Beverage

Restaurant

Available Facilities

Banquet Facilities

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Reviews

3.5

3747 Reviews (3747)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:

Drinks 90

Patio Dining 80

Brunch 56

Course Challenges Include:

Water Hazards 148

Bunkers 120

Narrow Fairways 63

This course/club is great for:

Locals 127

Seniors 100

Playing Multiple Courses 70

This Course's Location is:

Convenient to the City 173

Near Local Attractions 45

In the 'Burbs 38

Numbers based on reviews tagged with attribute.

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kdory

Played On 11/11/2023

Reviews 2

Skill Intermediate

Plays A few times a week

4.0

First Time Playing

Fun Layout

Great condition and fun track with some scattered challenges. Highly recommend.

Conditions Good

Value Good

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Good

Pace Excellent

Amenities Good

Comment

StarfireGC

Commented on 11/12/2023

Thank you for the great feedback. We are so happy you enjoyed the Starfire experience. Our golf course is unique, fun and challenging and our staff help make us outstanding!

We look forward to welcoming you back out again soon!

-Travis Fish, Director of Golf

BroJ2010

Played On 11/10/2023

Reviews 1

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a week

2.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Don’t book singles 20 mins before a 174 golfer tournament

Conditions Fair

Value Poor

Layout Fair

Friendliness Poor

Pace Poor

Amenities Poor

Comment

StarfireGC

Commented on 11/12/2023

Thank you for playing Starfire. We apologize for the unfortunate circumstances you encountered this past Friday. We hope you'll come back soon so we can give you the true Starfire experience.

Travis Fish, Director of Golf

Tony8786453

Played On 11/08/2023

Reviews 1

Handicap 20-24

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a month

5.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Perfect weather

Used cart

Conditions Excellent

Value Good

Layout Good

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Good

Difficulty Moderate

Comment

u000004703368

Played On 11/07/2023

Reviews 9

Skill Intermediate

Plays A few times a week

4.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Nice course close to Scottsdale and Shea

Nice course. Don’t bother playing out of the traps, they are hard as rock with no actual sand in them. Greens were a bit slow but in good condition. Fairways were in great condition after overseeing

Conditions Good

Value Good

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Good

Amenities Good

Comment

StarfireGC

Commented on 11/12/2023

Thank you for playing Starfire and thank you for your feedback. We apologize your experience was not completely up to par, but your feedback is what motivates us to get better.

-Travis Fish, Director of Golf

u314162865024

Played On 10/31/2023

Reviews 1

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a week

5.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Good

Amenities Excellent

Comment

SueMarion

Played On 11/06/2023

Reviews 6

Skill Intermediate

Plays A few times a week

2.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Overpriced for poor condition

Fairways muddy and greens were bare. Expected much much more for $ paid

Conditions Poor

Value Poor

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Good

Pace Excellent

Comment

StarfireGC

Commented on 11/12/2023

Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your feedback. We regret the conditions you experienced during the round at Starfire. Please be assured that we are working very hard to ensure top conditions, we will soon have the winter overseeding completely filled in resulting in drier fairways and roughs. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to the opportunity to make a better impression during your next visit.

Travis Fish, Director of Golf

u121061478

Played On 11/02/2023

Reviews 6

Skill Intermediate

Plays A few times a week

5.0

Verified Purchaser

First Time Playing

Conditions Excellent

Value Good

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

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Giddyup

Played On 11/02/2023

Reviews 78

4.0

Verified Purchaser

Top 1000 Contributor

Previously Played

Conditions Good

Value Excellent

Layout Average

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Good

Comment

MarioLavoie

Played On 10/28/2023

Reviews 4

Skill Intermediate

Plays A few times a week

5.0

Verified Purchaser

First Time Playing

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

Comment

u000002259213

Played On 11/02/2023

Reviews 1

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a week

4.0

Verified Purchaser

First Time Playing

Conditions Good

Value Good

Layout Good

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Good

Amenities Good

Comment

madmack

Played On 10/31/2023

Reviews 9

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a month

4.0

Verified Purchaser

First Time Playing

Conditions Good

Value Good

Layout Good

Friendliness Good

Pace Good

Amenities Good

Comment

u314164685211

Played On 10/30/2023

Reviews 1

Skill Intermediate

Plays A few times a week

5.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

Comment

StarfireGC

Commented on 11/12/2023

Thank you for playing Starfire Golf Club and thank you for the 5 star review!

We’re excited you enjoyed your experience at Starfire Golf Club. We look forward to welcoming you back.

-Travis Fish, Director of Golf

SKM98

Played On 10/28/2023

Reviews 1

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a week

4.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Weekend play is likely to be slow

Really enjoy this course. Service is always fantastic. Some of the fairways are right and not conducive to the weekend golfer. Be prepared for a 5 hour + round on the weekend.

Conditions Good

Value Good

Layout Good

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Average

Amenities Excellent

Comment

StarfireGC

Commented on 11/12/2023

Thank you for your feedback. We are happy so much of your experience was exceptional.

However, we're sorry to see the pace of play was not up to your expectation. We take speed of play seriously and make sure our course marshals and starters are continually working with our golfers on their pace.

We hope to have you back for the Starfire experience again soon.

-Travis Fish, Director of Golf

Ed7457436

Played On 10/28/2023

Reviews 3

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a month

5.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Conditions Excellent

Value Good

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Good

Amenities Excellent

Comment

StarfireGC

Commented on 11/12/2023

Thank you for playing Starfire and thank you for the 5 star review!

Our entire Starfire team is looking forward to your next visit!

Travis Fish, Director of Golf

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wpirolli

Played On 10/28/2023

Reviews 10

Skill Advanced

Plays A few times a week

4.0

Verified Purchaser

First Time Playing

Nice find

Been playing in the area for 13 years and never played here. Went to check it out for my wife who is a beginner fun golfer. Perfect for her and plenty for me as a 5 handicap from the back tees. Very friendly staff and great value.

Conditions Good

Value Excellent

Layout Good

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Good

Comment

StarfireGC

Commented on 11/12/2023

Thank you for the great feedback. We are so happy you enjoyed the Starfire experience. Our golf course is unique, fun and challenging and our staff help make us outstanding!

We look forward to welcoming you back out again soon!

-Travis Fish, Director of Golf

u028290508

Played On 10/27/2023

Reviews 1

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a week

5.0

Verified Purchaser

First Time Playing

We had an enjoyable round here

Course was in great shape and the staff was on top of everything and super nice. We played the Mulligan (par 3 course) and the King 18 hole course. Both were great. Had breakfast after one of the rounds and the food was really good too!

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Good

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

Comment

StarfireGC

Commented on 11/12/2023

Thank you for playing Starfire Golf Club and thank you for the 5 star review! We’re excited you enjoyed your experience at Starfire Golf Club. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.

-Travis Fish, Director of Golf

iPv5WiIeoUQicoPaSuAG

Played On 10/27/2023

Reviews 3

Skill Intermediate

Plays A few times a week

3.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Conditions Average

Value Fair

Layout Average

Friendliness Good

Pace Poor

Amenities Average

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Al4120627

Played On 10/27/2023

Reviews 40

Skill Advanced

Plays A few times a week

5.0

First Time Playing

Excellent course

The course was in excellent shape. The fairways were recently reseeded and the greens and bunkers were very well maintained. The pace of play was excellent, we played 18 holes in less than 4.5 hrs. The staff greeted us upon arrival and took our clubs to the golf cart. We had a great time and will definitely be playing here again soon.

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

Comment

StarfireGC

Commented on 11/12/2023

Thank you for playing Starfire Golf Club! We are so happy to hear our wonderful facility exceeded your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you back.

-Travis Fish, Director of Golf

u314164658862

Played On 10/19/2023

Reviews 1

Skill Beginner

Plays Once every three months

5.0

Verified Purchaser

First Time Playing

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Good

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

Comment

StarfireGC

Commented on 11/12/2023

Thank you for the 5 star review! Our entire Starfire team is looking forward to your next visit!

Travis Fish, Director of Golf

u104093888

Played On 10/21/2023

Reviews 6

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a month

4.0

Previously Played

Great course

Great value, great layout and super friendly staff

Conditions Good

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Good

Amenities Good

Comment

StarfireGC

Commented on 11/12/2023

Thank you for your well thought out feedback! We're so glad you enjoyed our friendly team! Our staff definitely knows how to create an experience for our golfers.

We look forward to having you back soon!

-Travis Fish, Director of Golf

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FAQ

What is the address of Starfire Golf Club - The King Course?

Starfire Golf Club - The King Course is located at 11500 N Hayden Rd, Scottsdale, Arizona 85260, Maricopa County.

Is Starfire Golf Club - The King Course open to the public?

Yes, Starfire Golf Club - The King Course is open to the public.

What year did Starfire Golf Club - The King Course open?

Starfire Golf Club - The King Course was built in 1988.

Who designed Starfire Golf Club - The King Course?

Arnold Palmer (1988), Ed Seay and Robert Walker (1988) are the architects of Starfire Golf Club - The King Course.

What type of grass does Starfire Golf Club - The King Course have?

Starfire Golf Club - The King Course has Bermuda Grass greens and Bermuda Grass fairways.

What is the par of Starfire Golf Club - The King Course

The par of Starfire Golf Club - The King Course is 70.

What is the length of Starfire Golf Club - The King Course

The length of Starfire Golf Club - The King Course is 6106 yards.

What is the rating of Starfire Golf Club - The King Course

The rating of Starfire Golf Club - The King Course is 68.8.

What is the slope of Starfire Golf Club - The King Course

The slope of Starfire Golf Club - The King Course is 124.

What are the course conditions at Starfire Golf Club - The King Course?

Based on reviews, other golfers are saying that the course conditions at Starfire Golf Club - The King Course are good.

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