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4.4
1791 Reviews (1791)
5 Stars
1172
4 Stars
439
3 Stars
115
2 Stars
36
1 Stars
29
Conditions
4.1
Value
4.3
Layout
4.7
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.3
92.3%
Recommend this course
1661 out of 1791 reviews
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4.3
47 Reviews (47)
5 Stars
24
4 Stars
15
3 Stars
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2
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.0
Value
4.2
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.4
StaffFriendliness
4.8
89.4%
Recommend this course
42 out of 47 reviews
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4.2
60 Reviews (60)
5 Stars
30
4 Stars
19
3 Stars
7
2 Stars
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1 Stars
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Conditions
4.0
Value
4.1
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.1
Amenities
4.3
StaffFriendliness
4.7
88.3%
Recommend this course
53 out of 60 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 Appropriate golf attire.

Food & Beverage

Snacks, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities, Spa

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Reviews

4.4
1791 Reviews (1791)

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 4
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Excellent Conditions

Course is in outstanding condition. Greens are running true. Will definitely be back

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 11
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 10
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
Incentivized Review
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

A must play course !

There are many great courses near Orlando.

This course is a must play for anyone looking for a unique experience. The course conditions are fantastic and the staff is welcoming , knowledgeable and extend such friendly hospitality.

The course welcomes you in the same way , it has everything for everyone and every level .

You will be very happy you made the drive to visit and will already be planning the next visit before you leave .

My wife and I are avid golfers with low handicaps. We enjoy making the 50 minute drive to spend the day at this picturesque course set in beautiful natural landscapes.

Sincerely RZ

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 10
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Challenging course. Layout is great, requiring accurate placement of tee shot in order to have a shot at green. Greens in great shape.

Somewhat slow pace due to twosome in front of us hitting extra balls, but still not bad.

Look forward to playing again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
Incentivized Review
5.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

100 years and still going

This course is great golf. It has elevations that most Florida courses do not. It has a variety of playing layout and is playable by the average golfer.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 23
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
Incentivized Review
5.0
Previously Played

Best course in Florida

Nice and challenging course. Well taken care of with friendly staff. We return every yesr from Germany to play it.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Sik track!!

Never played Florida before had a window , from so Cal so good courses you pay for , this was 1 ofthe best courses I've played and was in great shape. From the staff in clubhouse to the starter everyone was super helpful and friendly, really hard to believe round was under $50. I will play again next time I'm here for work.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

This is a great course with challenges on many of the holes, particularly the hills (on a Florida course). The staff is very accommodating and friendly. We have played here on many occasions and always look forward to returning.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Great day!!

Fantastic all around. Easy to book a tee time. Showed up early, had time to hit practice balls and move up my tee time. I played as a single from the correct tees for my handicap. Was never held up and always offered to play through by groups ahead. Finished round in under 3 hours! Had express lunch to go and booked a second tee time for the Los colinas coarse. Same scenario as the first round but just over 3 hours. Staff were very considerate and helpful, all smiles. Both venues in great shape and made for a wonderful day of golf!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 8
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
4.0
First Time Playing

Pace of play was sloooooow.

Got a very good look at this golf course. If there was ever a golf course that need a Marshall to keep play moving this is it. Some very nice looking holes. Staff weren't polite but weren't also very helpful. Didn't get any information about the golf course from the starter/buggy attendant.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
Incentivized Review
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Amazing!

This course was everything I expected and more. The elevations were insanely difficult but so much fun. I would make the drive out again.

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

Beautiful

This course was amazing. The elevations were insane! Hard course, gotta lay up a few more than I wanted to but trust me you have to. Best value I’ve played so in central Florida.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 154
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Incentivized Review
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 500 Contributor
Previously Played

Inside staff

I love the course but the staff inside the clubhouse are not very friendly they have a bad attitude when it comes to golfnow customers. I didn’t play the other course but they had it cart path only and didn’t post it in the golfnow. I have played this course a lot and every time the staff inside the clubhouse have a bad attitude. I will probably not play this course again

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Poor
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
8c0f2547-dc60-504b-a636-1fde2f05eb33
Commented on 11/24/2019

Many thanks for your comments about El Campeon! We will address this situation with our inside staff and strive to do better.

Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
1.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

horrible pace of play...

picture perfect day. horrible pace of play. they allowed a small tournament to go out in the middle of the day which caused significant delays. we were not able to finish the round. no ranger to push them along.

Conditions Excellent
Value Poor
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Poor
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
8c0f2547-dc60-504b-a636-1fde2f05eb33
Commented on 11/24/2019

Very sorry you were not able to finish your round. We schedule for a 4 1/2 hour pace, but some days are challenging. We hope you return...

Played On
Reviews 12
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Played On
Reviews 17
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 17
Handicap 20-24
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

2nd visit

Excellent pace of play as we were the first tee following a high school competition. Therefore no one in front of us. 3:15 hours!!!

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