University Park CC
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4.7
2002 Reviews (2002)
5 Stars
1411
4 Stars
490
3 Stars
65
2 Stars
17
1 Stars
19
Conditions
4.6
Value
4.3
Layout
4.7
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.6
95.7%
Recommend this course
1915 out of 2002 reviews
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4.8
49 Reviews (49)
5 Stars
38
4 Stars
11
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.8
Value
4.4
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.8
StaffFriendliness
4.8
100.0%
Recommend this course
49 out of 49 reviews
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4.8
120 Reviews (120)
5 Stars
98
4 Stars
22
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.7
Value
4.5
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.8
StaffFriendliness
4.8
99.2%
Recommend this course
119 out of 120 reviews
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Course Highlights
University Park consistently delivers pristine fairways, lightning-fast greens, and a spacious layout that rivals a private club experience. Exceptional practice facilities, outstanding staff, and frequent hot deals make this course one of the most rewarding rounds available.

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Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 72
Length 7247 yards
Slope 132
Rating 75.3
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Course Details

Year Built 1991
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Tifdwarf Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Ron Garl (1991)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
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 Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Men: collared shirts & slacks/shorts for men. Women: dresses, skirts, slacks & shorts with a sleeved shirt without a collar/a sleeveless shirt with a collar. No denim, tank tops & athletic wear and cut offs.

Food & Beverage

Bar

Available Facilities

Banquet Facilities

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Reviews

4.7
2002 Reviews (2002)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 31
Patio Dining 25
Brunch 14
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 67
Water Hazards 61
Undulating Greens 34
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 57
A Weekend Splurge 33
Playing Multiple Courses 30
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 65
Near the Airport 43
Worth the Drive 42

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Played On
Reviews 34
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Perfect weather
Used cart

Overbooked

We booked to play at 9 o'clock and when we arrived we were told that tee time will be moved 9:15 as they had to squeeze some other players in due to an error at the pro shop. There was no apology for this change in start time

This did not present us with a problem but the speed of play was slow and we had to wait on numerous occasions for the groups in front.

On the 11th hole we were greeted by the starter Phil who told us that we were playing too slowly and that unless we speeded up he might have to get us to miss a hole. We informed him that we have been waiting for the group in front who were playing slowly but he was not polite at all and quite offensive in his tone.

He then came back afterwards to say that he found the problem with the group in front and told them to move faster. This took two holes and left us with a very unpleasant feeling about our visit to this golf course.

We have played the course over 20 times before and have never experienced this sort of officialdom.

It definitely spoilt our golf round.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Poor
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 233
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Played On
Reviews 24
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Truly a GEM!!!

One of the best golf courses in Manatee/Sarasota County. Never disappoints!!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Absolute beauty.

Had a great round while on vacation in the area. Treated like a pro from staff, course was in prestine shape.

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

University Park

Play 18 holes , 5800 yds , green were consistence and in great shape , fairway in good shape even though we have had little rain , bunkers clean and white , tee boxes are in good conditions.. will come back and play again .

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 16
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 20
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

Outstanding golf course

One of the best courses in the Sarasota area.!A little pricey but worth every penny!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
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 Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 12
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Top drawer

It's easy to tell you will enjoy this round from the time you arrive until time you finish lunch after round. People very friendly at every step. Course in great condition. Played in 3:45. All good!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 14
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Enjoyable & in great shape

Very nice 27 hole venue. Super friendly staff, maybe the best I've ever experienced. Course was in great shape, multiple tees for all to enjoy.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 33
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
4.0
First Time Playing

Palmetto bushes

Too much distance between holes, palmetto brush close to playing areas, lost balls 4 yards off fairway leaves you frustrated. Good condition, friendly staff, get rid of the brush and let people make recovery shots

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Fair
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

University park play

Golf course immaculate as usual . 3rd or 4th time signed up to play as a foursome but went out as a two some on a course that was fairly full . Makes for a long day and the starter I found made no effort to find us a better situation. Special thx to Marshall Daryll who helped navigate us around the course in a timely fashion . He definitely saved the day and should be commended .

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