Disney's Palm Course: #6
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4.4
943 Reviews (943)
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3 Stars
72
2 Stars
28
1 Stars
24
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.1
Layout
4.6
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
4.1
Amenities
4.4
92.0%
Recommend this course
849 out of 943 reviews
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4.5
29 Reviews (29)
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Conditions
4.6
Value
3.9
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.0
Amenities
4.6
StaffFriendliness
4.6
86.2%
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4.5
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4.4
Value
4.1
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.1
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StaffFriendliness
4.6
91.8%
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Course Highlights
The Palm Course delivers a highly-rated layout with entertaining holes, strong tee boxes, and well-regarded green complexes that consistently impress. Attentive, friendly staff elevate the Disney experience with thoughtful touches that make every round feel welcoming.

About

Holes 18
Type Resort
Par 72
Length 6870 yards
Slope 131
Rating 73.7

The 18-hole Palm Course at Walt Disney World Golf Resort in Lake Buena Vista, FL is a resort golf course that opened in 1971. Designed by Joe Lee and Rocky Roquemore, Palm Course at Walt Disney World Golf Resort measures 6870 yards from the longest tees and has a slope rating of 131 and a 73.7 USGA rating. The course features 4 sets of tees for different skill levels. Greens and fairways are bermuda grass.

The natural Florida woodlands provide a stunning backdrop to one of America's premier resort courses. Architect, Joe Lee, designed the 6,870-yard Palm with elevated tees and greens. The key ingredient, of course, was the Florida palm and he made good use of nearly every variety for aesthetic and strategic purposes. Its fairways are crafted through a pine forest of mature, natural woodlands that includes moss-dappled oak, maple and cypress trees. Palmetto scrub fills the forest floor. It boasts of more than its share of water and sand with nine water holes and 94 bunkers.

This is a perfect choice for everything from a casual round to a large group outing.

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Course Details

Year Built 1971
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees (with GPS)
GPS Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker 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
Fivesomes Allowed No
Dress code Proper golf attire consists of a polo-style shirt with collar, turtleneck or mock turtleneck shirt, and slacks or Bermuda-length shorts.

Food & Beverage

Bar, Grill

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities
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Reviews

4.4
943 Reviews (943)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 16
19th Hole Scenic Views 7
Brunch 6
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 68
Bunkers 57
Undulating Greens 37
This course/club is great for:
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 48
Advanced Golfers 46
Locals 33
This Course's Location is:
Near Local Attractions 63
At a Resort 56
Convenient to the City 30

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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

excellent course

played disney palms yesterday ,I'm visiting from Ireland,PLENTY OF WARNING WILDLIFE SIGNS,the course is beautiful to play ,stunning views,in great condition and although i played here before a few years back i found the staff everywhere to be even more helpful and friendly than before ,, well worth playing , there was a few damp patches on the course but thats the weather ,

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 169
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Golf Channel
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart

I always have a great time on ANY of the Disney tracks. This one has to be my favorite. I really enjoy the layout, it will test your game as some of the shots have hazards on both sides, you may have to do a little course management. The par 3 16th may be one of my favorite par 3's of all time. Such a great view from the tee down to the green. If you have not played here, you are missing out!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 51
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Poor
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Poor
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Worth playing at the right price

Our experience at the Palm Course was pretty good all around.

Arrival (bag drop & payment of fees) was handled very clearly and in a professional and friendly manner. We were paired with a single player to make a 3-ball and this meant that pace of play around the whole course was pretty good; there were a few delays, but an overall time of around 4.5 hours was not too bad. treating all hazards as "lateral" also helped keep up the pace of play and made for a relaxed atmosphere.

The condition of the course is fine, although perhaps not justifying the full rate which we paid; discounted rates seem to be available and should be used if possible. The greens were in good shape and overall it was an enjoyable round.

There were not any proper changing/shower facilities at the course nor was there a proper clubhouse. We had a quick lunch at the kiosk/bar overlooking the practice green, which was fine, but may not suit everyone.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Poor
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Commented on 01/03/2017

We are glad that you enjoyed your golf experience with us, and that you shared your feedback.

Please note that there are shower, locker rooms, and restroom facilities available with complimentary towels, shampoo, and soap available at each of our golf courses.

We look forward to welcoming you back to Walt Disney World Golf again in time to come!

Best in golf from the Happiest Place on TURF!

Played On
Reviews 14
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Not a fast round

More character since the A Palmer redu. Played with my wife and another couple. Not a fast round 4hr 50 min but our social jabber waiting for shots made it enjoyable. Acceptable published times for the Disney courses is 4:30 - but we waited on every shot. Greens received shots and we're rolling nice and true. Fairways were in good shape.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Well worth playing.

As a scratch golfer in his early 50's I enjoy the challenge of this golf course. I am a little surprised of the dated feel of the buildings around the course and the lack of an on site dining. I just tend to expect that the Disney experience would be more apparent at the courses. That being said, the course is almost always in nice shape and everyone is quite friendly. I have played here several times and see no reason not to continue.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 136
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 250 Contributor
First Time Playing

Great staff and course condition

First time playing course , conditions and staff were great. Staff is friendly and informative and you feel like they want to make sure you have a great time. Greens were great and overall course conditions great. Pace of play s great as well. Tee time 1:24 Teed off 10 minutes early and played the front 9 in 55 minutes !!!!

Ran into groups on the back but still played in under 2 hours ( 1:50)

Only issue was the tees on about half the holes were moved up. Would have liked to play at the 6870 on the card for the blue tees

Generous landing area for tee shots.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 171
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Top 100 Contributor
Previously Played

The best of what Disney has to offer

The Palms course is one of my favorite courses in central Florida and though I haven't played it in 4-5 years it continues to be fantastic. From the staff to the layout to the condition, the Palms course is really top notch. Tree lined fairway, forced carries and tough quick greens make for a true test of golf. I would highly recommend you put this course in your itinerary for your next Orlando buddies trip. Don't miss out on great Disney customer service and a really fine test of golf.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Disney Palm Golf Course

A great course to play, to everybody recommendable

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Palm 9-28-16

My favorite of the three Disney courses.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Fun course - great value

Course was in great shape considering how wet the course was. You could easily see standing water on the grounds, so I cannot blame the course for going cart path only during the time we were there. Greens were in good shape when we played. Would love to return to the course when the fairways are dry.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 259
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Top 25 Contributor
Florida Advisor
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Old style Florida Resort course

11:24 tee time w/ buddy using $10 Golfnow Reward. Hooked up w/ 2 fellas from Lakeland. Battery powered carts w/ GPS, windshield & rain cover in back. Resort priced drinks/snacks available @ stand @ turn. Has wide tee shot landing areas but if not in fairway, you'll be penalized w/ tough shots. It is well maintained but nothing spectacular about this course. Has old drainage systems & course was still wet/mushy in a lot of areas. Tee boxes, fairways, & greens are plush. Bunkers in good shape. Greens recently punched & aerated, not completely healed & not rolling real true but fairly fast. Courses just as nice: Kings Ridge Kings course, Highlands Ridge North course, Westminster Golf Club,.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 169
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Golf Channel
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Disney delivers!

This was my second time playing the Palm course at Disney, and it was even better the second time around. The fairways were in mint shape and the greens even better. They were nice and quick and rolled very smooth. The key is to make sure you miss below the hole, otherwise, you could be in some trouble. I happened to find a few bunkers on the opening 9 and that may have been the best sand I have hit out of. All around great experience, great closing holes with 16 and the tough 18th. Highly recommend checking this course out, it is by far my favorite Disney course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Palm Course

Grabbed this deal on Golf Now. The entire experience was excellent. The greens were fast but they were in excellent shape. It was hot out there but we are in Florida. Loved it.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great conditions and challenging layout.

Great conditions and challenging layout. Rough is hard to hit from and the greens were in excellent condition

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 17
Handicap 20-24
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Beautiful Course

Just what you would expect from Disney. Beautiful course, friendly staff and great golf. Highly recommend and will be back to play this course again.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Well Maintained Course

Course was in pristine condition, excellent pace and amenities, would expect nothing less from Disney.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 17
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Beautiful course

Very pretty course. Nice fairways and greens are quick.

Pace of play was just right, as they have a starter and ranger.

This course is professional. If you are slow, they will ask you to speed up or skip a hole in order to make the experience enjoyable for everyone.

Can't wait to go back !!! Staff is just what you would expect from a Disney property; very friendly and helpful. Water and ice available on the course as well as food/drinks at the start and turns.

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