Del Monte GC: #11
View of the 11th green at Del Monte Golf Course.
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4.5
698 Reviews (698)
5 Stars
375
4 Stars
224
3 Stars
57
2 Stars
23
1 Stars
19
Conditions
4.5
Value
4.3
Layout
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.1
93.5%
Recommend this course
625 out of 698 reviews
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4.7
41 Reviews (41)
5 Stars
30
4 Stars
10
3 Stars
1
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.7
Value
4.4
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.7
97.6%
Recommend this course
40 out of 41 reviews
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4.6
86 Reviews (86)
5 Stars
58
4 Stars
26
3 Stars
1
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.6
Value
4.4
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.7
96.5%
Recommend this course
83 out of 86 reviews
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Course Highlights
Del Monte's classic layout features small, well-maintained greens that consistently impress golfers seeking an authentic old-school Pebble Beach area experience. Exceptionally friendly staff and outstanding value make this historic course a top pick in the Monterey region.

About

Holes 18
Type Resort
Par 72
Length 6356 yards
Slope 131
Rating 71.6

Opened in 1897, Del Monte™ Golf Course is the oldest course in continuous operation west of the Mississippi. Designed by golf and polo enthusiast Charles Maud, this inland course boasts a meandering, hilly layout that has challenged golfers for more than a century.

It was the original host of the California State Amateur-still played on Del Monte's narrow, tree-lined fairways and small,well-protected greens-and continues to serve as one of the three courses on which the Callaway Golf Pebble Beach Invitational is played.

Adjacent to Del Monte™ Golf Course, the Del Monte Pavilion offers an inviting outdoor setting for any special event. Whether you are hosting a corporate outing or a tournament awards ceremony, all events are impeccably catered by the Lodge at Pebble Beach.

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Course Details

Year Built 1897
Fairways Blue Grass
Greens Blue Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Charles Maud Tom Bendelow (1911)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Pull-carts Yes
Caddies Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range No
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
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Proper golf attire required.

Food & Beverage

Bar, Grill, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse

Accolades

  • Golf Advisor: Top 25 Off-course amenities in the U.S. (2019 #12) (2017 #3)
  • Golf Advisor: Top 25 Most Improved U.S. Golf Courses (2018 #25)
  • Golf Advisor: Top 25 Friendliest Courses in the U.S. (2017 #9)
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Reviews

4.5
698 Reviews (698)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 22
Patio Dining 10
Brunch 7
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 21
Undulating Greens 15
Thick Rough 9
This course/club is great for:
Walkers 22
Locals 19
A Weekend Splurge 14
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 24
Near the Airport 18
Worth the Drive 15

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Reviews 22
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 5-9
Skill Advanced
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 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Walked
Conditions Excellent
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Always a treat!

Played Del Monte for the 3rd or 4th time. Play it whenever we are in the area. Got a great deal from Golfnow. The course is always in great shape. It is an old course with ample fairways and mostly small greens. A short distance from green to next tee on most holes which adds to the charm of this older, classic course. Staff are very friendly and helpful. Can't wait to play it again!

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

Superb Peninsula golf

The course is absolutely fantastic and in great shape. Staff is awesome as well. There is really no downside minus there not being a range. But there is ample areas to chip and putt and they even put out a nice hitting net area to at least get loose. Minor inconvenience to have the privilege to play such a beautiful and historic course. Absolutely will play here again and recommend to give it a play if you're in the area.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 47
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Awesome value and fun layout!!

Great course and above all staff friendliness especially from the starting box a gentleman named Jose Cortez !! He makes me go back to that course everytime! Such an experience maker

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
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

Have to experience it!

Fantastic course, pace of play was great as a twosome. 4 groups in front of us let us play through. Greens and fairways were pure. Only gripe was the maintenance crew had no awareness. For a 940 tee time there were about 20 groundskeepers on the course driving in the middle of fairways as we were teeing off. Starting mowers and blowers mid swing or putting. Just expected some more situational awareness on their behalf. Would definitely go back.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great time out!

Went to Monterey wirh my wife. Snuck out early as a single to play "9". Staff was terrific. Moved me up and paired me with another single. Played 18 in less than 3 hours. Course in great shape. Perfect way to start my day.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Walked

Don't let the yardage fool you

Del Monte is over100 years old, so pretty short by today's standards. However, the greens are tiny, with severe back to front slope and thick rough around them. If you are wide of the greens big numbers are in play.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 10
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great 2nd time around

Got a great rate to play Pebble Beach Resort course. This course is a hidden gem in the Monterey Peninsula!! It’s was in great shape, not super long but the holes are defended by well placed bunkers and tiny greens. The course was an excellent shape - Tee boxes, fairways and greens. Pace of play was great in the afternoon and on a holiday weekend. Definitely play it again!! Take care

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 27
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Fair
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Great Course

We played early morning, grass wet from recent rainstorm. Will definitely play this course again when we're in the area again. Staff were exceptional!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Del Monte has improved!

Haven't played this course in 10+ years. I was happily surprised with my return visit. Great condition - consistent well-groomed bunkers, nice tee boxes, posh fairways and true greens. I will happily add Del Monte to my Monterey options.

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
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 29
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

The course was fantastic shape

Had a great time playing this great course. Green’s were were fast and the sand in the traps was really nice. Fairway s were really nice and the rough was rough but manageable.

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