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4.2
1765 Reviews (1765)
5 Stars
1156
4 Stars
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3 Stars
113
2 Stars
35
1 Stars
29
Conditions
4.0
Value
4.0
Layout
4.7
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.0
Amenities
4.3
86.2%
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1636 out of 1765 reviews
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4.1
34 Reviews (34)
5 Stars
14
4 Stars
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3 Stars
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1 Stars
1
Conditions
3.9
Value
3.8
Layout
4.7
Pace
3.7
Amenities
4.3
StaffFriendliness
4.5
82.4%
Recommend this course
28 out of 34 reviews
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4.1
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5 Stars
14
4 Stars
12
3 Stars
5
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
1
Conditions
3.9
Value
3.8
Layout
4.7
Pace
3.7
Amenities
4.3
StaffFriendliness
4.5
82.4%
Recommend this course
28 out of 34 reviews
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Course Highlights
El Campeon's scenic layout consistently earns high praise for its lush fairways, well-rolling greens, and fair design. Friendly staff and strong value for money make this Central Florida course a rewarding choice.

About

Holes 18
Type Resort
Par 72
Length 7015 yards
Slope 136
Rating 73.8

The highly popular El Campeon Course at Mission Inn Resort consistently ranks in the top 10 of Florida's many golf courses. The course originally opened in 1917 and decades later in 1992, it was joined by a second 18-hole course, Las Colinas. El Campeon is not only one of the state's oldest golf courses but also one of its most challenging. The traditional design remains largely unchanged except for a renovation in 1926. The course winds through towering forests and numerous spring-fed lakes. The layout features water on thirteen holes as well as dramatic elevation changes that measure over 85 feet across the rolling fairways and undulating greens. The signature hole of the golf course is the par-5 17th. This lengthy double dogleg possesses more hazards than some entire courses do.

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Course Details

Year Built 1917
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Ultra Dwarf Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect C. E. Clarke (1926) George O'Neil (1917)

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
Dress code No t-shirts or tank tops. Shorts are allowed but must be proper style and length. No tennis shorts or athletic shorts.

Food & Beverage

Snacks, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities, Spa

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Reviews

4.2
1765 Reviews (1765)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 56
Dinner 42
Brunch 39
Course Challenges Include:
Elevation Changes 139
Water Hazards 122
Bunkers 112
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 103
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 96
A Weekend Splurge 87
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 130
At a Resort 99
In the 'Burbs 37

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Reviews 1
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Wet weather
Used cart

One of the best courses in Central Florida

My son and went the weekend Tropical Storm Cristabol was in the Gulf of Mexico Dumping Rain on all of Florida. Although the ground was wet it was still very solid. Very little standing water. The greens were still fast and you still got a good roll on your drive. We played the El Campeon course and although it was challanging it was a lot of fun. We will defenitly be going back.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

Mission Inn hidden gem

Loved the layout and can't wait to come back and play this course again. Pace of play was excellent and the conditions were top notch. The staff was extremely friendly and provided us with weath of knowledge about the course and surrounding area. After golf we ventured around the resort and it is truly a hidden gem in central Florida well worth putting on your list of places to stay and play.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Course was amazing! Except.....

Make sure to bring a lot of golf balls, many obstacles for you to take in several different ways or play if you have the time to try out new techniques. Gorgeous views especially with the weather just right. It got a bit hotter when we checked in at 1 and checking in was perfect. Golf attendants with the carts got us in early and carts for each efficiently. (Group of 3) were told by them that there were two different drink carts out that day so we will be able to easily find some cold drinks and what we need on the course. We saw plenty of players enjoying their times and ourselves included but no where to be found was a cart girl or anyone to buy from. Eventually passing onto the back nine on HOLE 11 we finally found her. We had a bit of cash and she said she would come back with more and wasn’t able to take our card. We waited and took our time so we could enjoy our drinks and wait for her but by the time we were putting on the 18th hole, she came up and asked if we were good and needed anything but by that time we were heat exhausted and ready to leave. Other than that, we had a great time and would love to play again. Possibly just being our own waters this time just because of the carts taking a bit.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 16
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

A MUST play

Haven’t played at Missiin inn for years. Made the drive from Orlando yesterday and I must say, it was worth every bit of the $$!! Pristine shape, greens were tough but rolled perfectly! I will be back as soon as I can! Truely one of the greats in Florida!!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Awesome

We treated ourselves and had an absolutely wonderful day the course is spectacular and the staff is awesome

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 23
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Outstanding

Outstanding course , great layout, very challenging, get the proper club, fantastic staff. Wonderful day of golf with great views, will return soon.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 23
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Outstanding

Great elevation, course in excellent condition, wonderful location and views, staff courteous and helpful. Had a great day for a 70 year old and white tees a 79 was excellent, will definitely return again soon thanks

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 61
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Fun In The Sun

My group had a blast playing here today and the staff was great.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 231
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Top 50 Contributor
Previously Played

Great condition as usual. Rained out after 9 but still a very good and challenging course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Great course

Great layout challenging but in excellent shape, bring your camera pretty course!!!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 231
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Top 50 Contributor
Previously Played

Course in great shape. Rained but still a tough track. Greens rolled good. A little on the slow side being wet. Overall great fun.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Perfect weather
Used cart

Great - except the check-in

I have played the courses at Mission Inn many times and have always found them to be in excellent condition. I had not played since before the pandemic began and was surprised - to say the least - that the cashier did NOT have on a MASK. Please show more courtesy to your guests.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 17
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Both course in great shape

I have been playing in Mission in for several years now. I live an hour away from the resorts and the drive is worth it. Once you arrive you can feel that you are away!! Great lanscaping!!! Beautiful views!! Courses in great shape!! Great attention!! Beverage carts always coming 3 or 4 times during the round!! It is worth ir. If you have a group even better!! They will give you a deal!! Thanks to all the staff for a great time!!!! Every time !!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
First Time Playing

Fun course just was aerated tho.

First time playing this course it was a great layout. Sadly just was aerated so I’d give it a month or two before it’s back in shape. Also would like to see a ranger help keep the pace of play up. We waited on every tee box and took 5 1/2 hours to play.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Beautiful air

ALWAYS enjoy the golf experiences at Mission Inn. Played El Campeon and yes the greens were aerated but still better than a lot of greens in the Central Fl area and did not negatively impact the golf. First class

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 13
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Well worth the extra windshield time

Another perfect morning at Mission Inn. Even though it was recently aerified, the course was in great shape. The experience is well worth the drive time to get there.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Used cart

golf now did not mention aerification of greens

El Campeon at Mission Inn is one of my favorite courses in the area! In my opinion....greens condition at a golf course is essential to receive high marks......thru no fault of Mission Inn I was lured into playing one of my favorite courses in the area because I did not call the pro shop myself to check on recent course aerification (my fault for not calling BUT GOLF NOW should have had a warning on their site!).

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 71
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Members ruined my birthday

We had a 7:48 tee time.....Everything was good until the 3rd hole when the members from Mission inn showed up....Behind us.....Then we were pushed and hit into at least 6 times.....once within 2 feet of hitting my wife....Needless to say it ruined the day.....Overpriced for a house in transition from heavy overseeing......I can see if we had played slow today But we played this track in under 4 hours......sad to see a small group create problems.......

Conditions Average
Value Poor
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Poor
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
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Commented on 05/20/2020

Please accept our apologies on behalf of our membership. We have addressed this situation with them. We hope this experience won't deter you from returning to our beautiful golf courses.

Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Totally a GEM!

My Tee to Green Players Club has played here before and we have never had a bad experience. We average 30-36 people. The staff is incredible making the entire day wonderful. It is run like a well oiled machine, from the arrival to course and final with lunch. This is a facility that is beautiful and the pro shop staff, cart station attendants and restaurant staff make it such a wonderful all around day. THe course is challenging and well maintained. I always love bringing my club members there. My next project is to do an overnight event there.

Do not hesitate to book there you will not be disappointed.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 15
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Definitely worth a visit

Great course in fantastic condition. Even if you have to drive quite a way this place must be on your list

I can't wait to go back

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