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4.7
722 Reviews (722)
5 Stars
574
4 Stars
121
3 Stars
19
2 Stars
4
1 Stars
4
Conditions
4.7
Value
4.2
Layout
4.6
Friendliness
4.8
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.7
95.3%
Recommend this course
703 out of 722 reviews
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4.4
29 Reviews (29)
5 Stars
20
4 Stars
4
3 Stars
3
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.4
Value
3.9
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.6
StaffFriendliness
4.7
89.7%
Recommend this course
26 out of 29 reviews
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4.6
52 Reviews (52)
5 Stars
40
4 Stars
7
3 Stars
3
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.6
Value
4.1
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.7
StaffFriendliness
4.8
94.2%
Recommend this course
49 out of 52 reviews
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Course Highlights
Kiva Dunes consistently impresses with pristine fairways, excellent greens, and a well-maintained layout that holds up even after heavy rain. Welcoming staff and quality amenities round out an experience that keeps golfers returning.

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Holes 18
Type Resort
Style Links
Par 72
Length 7092 yards
Slope 132
Rating 73.9
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Course Details

Year Built 1995
Greens Tiff-Eagle Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Jerry Pate (1995)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex, Discover Accepted
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code No denim, collared shirts required

Available Facilities

Banquet Facilities

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Reviews

4.7
722 Reviews (722)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 7
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 11
Undulating Greens 9
Water Hazards 8
This course/club is great for:
A Weekend Splurge 11
Advanced Golfers 11
Group Getaways 9
This Course's Location is:
At a Resort 8
Worth the Drive 8

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Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great Course. Top notch amenities.

Played down here while on vacation. We played a couple courses on Gulf Shore and this was by far the most memorable courses. Top notch services and staff. If I’m down here again I would defiantly play here again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
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 Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Must play

Next time I’m in the area I’m only going to play this course

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Kiva dunes

Great course you can call pro shop and get same rate as what golf now offers with no add on fees

Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

First time at Kiva Dunes

Kiva Dunes is a really nice course. We were greeted by friendly staff. I got a hot deal of the day which was a great value. They have a nice practice area and range balls included. We were paired with some very nice folks from other states that were a joy to play with. It started raining hard on #6 so we came into cart barn until it passed then resumed and finished 18. Some who had gone in came out late and jumped in front of us which really slowed pace of play. Overall I was really happy with course condition and layout. Although it is close to ocean there are no ocean views.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 173
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Top 100 Contributor
Previously Played
Wet weather
Used cart

The best golf course in Gulf Shores Alabama

I played here today and as usual, the staff treat you with respect and always willing to accommodate the customers/golfers need...

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

What a beautiful corse

I hadn’t played this course in several years, but like always it didn’t disappoint. The starter went out of his way to accommodate me since I was by myself and asked if I wanted to play alone or with someone else. I chose to play with another golfer and we had a great time. The staff in the clubhouse and even the cart girl were very friendly and very hospitable. I had a great experience...thanks Kiva!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Friendly

Was pleased with entire experience. Staff went above and beyond to make me feel welcome and the course was a real treat to play!

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

Great course around gulf shores

Played here while on vacation in gulf shores. After much research decided this was the best public course I could find. Was not disappointed. Staff was extremely friendly and helpful including the marshall, he was present but not overbearing. Everyone I talked to there agreed this was the best course und that area. Front was was somewhat easy but the back nine really turned it on. Greens had recently been sanded so they were slower than I would have liked, but I expect they’d be great in a couple weeks. If you wanna play good course in the area that isn’t just a tourist course this is definitely your best bet! Highly recommend

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Must play

A gem definitely should play if you are in the area! Great condition and a interesting sweet layout think links with some target golf! Fast greens and a consistent ocean breeze make for a challenging game of golf. Friendly staff a highly recommended play!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Just playing in the rain!!!

The course stood up really well to the rainy start of the round. The fairways were in great shape! The greens were true and fast even with the rain. Great value for the money paid through Golfnow. Overall fantastic experience!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Course

It was an amazing experience. Can’t wait to play again

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 13
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Absolutely Fantastic

First off, this course is a difficult course, even more so from the tips. This course was amazing, and it absolutely ate me alive (though i did get a couple pars, and birdied a par 4) I would recommend this course to anyone within driving distance, who loves golf and seeing excellent courses. Read the scorecard first, there are a few holes where off the fairway is protected vegetation, so dont go looking for your balls if you hit them into there. Narrow fairways, with tons of natural hazards. Also were treated to a flyover (practice) by the Blue Angels, which was really cool.. everyone around stopped and got their phones out and recorded the jets for a couple minutes. We were in sort of a hurry, so we were unable to try any of the food, but the employees were absolutely first rate. From the moment we arrived, we were engaged by a caring attendant who unloaded our clubs for us, and secured them into the cart. Once we were finished, they met us at our truck, unloaded our clubs, and promptly cleaned them while asking about our round. They certainly know how to make you feel special. Lastly, when we played was 2 days after a tropical storm, and you couldn't tell it from the course conditions. Excellent irrigation, and a very well maintained course. Greens were also very well kept. Next time on vacation i will definitely play there again.

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