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4.5
437 Reviews (437)
5 Stars
270
4 Stars
126
3 Stars
31
2 Stars
7
1 Stars
3
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.1
Layout
4.6
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.6
86.2%
Recommend this course
405 out of 437 reviews
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4.6
5 Reviews (5)
5 Stars
4
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3 Stars
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Conditions
4.6
Value
4.0
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.5
StaffFriendliness
4.8
80.0%
Recommend this course
4 out of 5 reviews
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4.5
29 Reviews (29)
5 Stars
21
4 Stars
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3 Stars
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Conditions
4.3
Value
4.2
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.4
StaffFriendliness
4.8
86.2%
Recommend this course
25 out of 29 reviews
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Course Highlights
The course layout offers a genuinely engaging challenge, with memorable holes and greens that consistently roll true for recent visitors. Exceptionally friendly staff and smooth pace of play make each round a welcoming experience worth returning for.

About

Holes 18
Type Resort
Style Parkland
Par 73
Length 7262 yards
Slope 136
Rating 75.4

The Catalina Course is one of two golf courses at Omni Tucson National Resort. It is more well known than its sister course, the Sonoran, since it is both the original layout and it has been host to over 30 PGA Tour events over the years. The Catalina Course is a traditional parkland layout while the Sonoran offers true desert golf, as its name would imply. The challenging design incorporates eight sparkling lakes and a total of 80 bunkers strategically placed throughout. The 18th is touted as one of the finest and most demanding finishing holes on the PGA Tour. This tricky par 4 leaves little room for error with water along both sides of the fairway, it also requires a blind tee shot to a well-protected, elevated green.

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Course Details

Year Built 1963
Fairways Tifway 419 pollen-free Bermuda Grass
Greens Champion Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Bruce Devlin (1963) Robert von Hagge (1963)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
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, Amex, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No

Available Facilities

Clubhouse

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Reviews

4.5
437 Reviews (437)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 40
Patio Dining 31
19th Hole Scenic Views 26
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 59
Water Hazards 41
Elevation Changes 37
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 46
A Weekend Splurge 37
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 34
This Course's Location is:
At a Resort 58
Convenient to the City 51
Worth the Drive 30

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Reviews 5
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

very unique holes make this course a fun course to play

had played the Catalina course early in the week and this course was a real treat, especially hole number 15. Desert course at it's best.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Staff could be friendlier

Great course; tough unless you are a long hitter. Women do not get much of a break from tee box. Starter did not introduce us to our fellow players; did not let us know re cart path only holes; location of drinking water (desert course). Obviously the man did not want to be there. Course was not crowded but we were paired up with two guys who seemed unhappy about playing with a couple. This was the only resort in tucson where this occurred, and we played Skyline CC, Ventana and other top courses. That would make us thnk twice about comg back.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Poor
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 25+
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great Course

First time playing here. I am not a great golfer but I had a blast. Course was in great shape, well maintained fairways and greens rolled flawlessly. Staff was super friendly. I will definitely be back

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great staff, great course, good food

First time to the course, all was superb. Will definately come back

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Exceptional course + staff.

First timers at Catalina Course...immediately welcomed + directed to everything we needed. Loved the course + Legends Grill!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great Course

The course was in great shape as always, and the staff were very attentative.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Fantastic greens

Course was in great shape with the greens being almost perfect. Staff was friendly and helpful.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

love the course

great value in the summer, classic course, not desert golf. favorite place to play.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

This course is very good.

There is very wonderful & best course for our local.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

This course is a treasure.

With two very different 18 hole tracks, the Omni Tucson National resort is one of our favorite courses to play. My partner and I recently played the Catalina side and found the course to be in great shape. The greens were firm, but speeds were a bit unpredictable. The tee boxes were perfect and most of the fairways were in great shape, except for #10 which had been aerated and the plugs remained on the fairway. Otherwise, the overall play-ability of this course is as good as it gets. Additionally, the staff are among the most friendly, accomodating and professional in Tucson.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 22
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

Great in every way

Course was in prime condition with college tournament in progress and US Open qualifying coming up. Greens fast and true, fairways superb, pace of play 4 hrs.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

The course was well maintained, very picturesque, and a great value for the money.

We thoroughly enjoyed the Catalina course. It was beautiful and well maintained. The sand traps were a bit challenging and could use some softer sand. The pace of play in the afternoon was fast and we barely had to wait on any holes. We would definitely play this course again.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

GREAT COURSE!!! Want to play again!!

This was a great course... In my mind it played shorter then it appears as you can get good roll and if you are long enough to carry certain points you can shorten it up quick!! Im a 15 hcp and I enjoyed every part of this course...

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Best putting greens in Tucson

Tucson Omni is consistently an enjoyable golf outing. Staff is always friendly and helpful.

Amenities similar to a nice private club.

Course is in excellent shape, and the greens were great, fast and true.

Only down side is that a fair amount of local course knowledge is essential.

It's always a good day to play at Omni.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser

Average

Just an average course. Not really that big a deal. Used to be better

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Easy
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

Great Course, excellent value

I prefer the Catalina Course, but the Sonoran is very good and more difficult because its a desert layout. Nice condiiton. Best greens in Tucson.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Still Good, but not like it used to be.

I hadn't played Tucson National-Catalina for about two years. While the course is still in good shape, unfortunately it is not quite at the condition it used to be. The greens were very good to almost excellent, with a medium fast speed. They rolled fine but not at the pace they used to be at.
One of the biggest differences was in the condition of the fairways. Prior years the fairways were almost better than most courses' greens. This time, they were just like any other course. Acceptable but not in the pristine condition they used to be.
The layout of the course is awesome, no complaints there.
Staff was friendly, again no complaints.
The beer prices have gone up considerably since the last time, $24 for a six pack to go, up from $15 two years ago.
I guess the course in my opinion went from being arguably the best kept in the area to just being as good as most, nothing better.
Still a great value, and I would play again for under $65, but would look elsewhere if more than that.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 12
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

Nice conditioned traditional layout

Greens were great, well maintained. Food in bar was excellent.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 17
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

Overall this course provides challenges for all levels and great course conditions.

I played this course on thursday afternoon with friend. Arrived and staff met us to assist with any help and information. As we began our round there was no wait on the tee which allowed us to play at a good pace. Course condition was excellent from tee to green. Greens where fast but not ridiculous. You didn't need to be a long hitter to still have opportunities to score. Would recommend this course for all to play.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Great place to test your skills

The course is in great shape. Memorable afternoon.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
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