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Del Monte Golf Course

1300 Sylvan Rd, Monterey, California 93940, Monterey County
(800) 654-9300, (831) 373-2700
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4.5
737 Reviews
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View of the 11th green at Del Monte Golf Course. Del Monte Golf Course
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View of the 7th green from the tee box Del Monte Golf Course
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View of the bunker from the 10th green at Del Monte Golf Course. Del Monte Golf Course

About

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.

Holes 18
Par 72
Length 6356 yds
Rating 71.6
Slope 131
Type Resort
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Rentals & Services

Golf Carts
Pull Carts
Caddies
Golf Clubs

Practice & Instruction

Driving Range
Golf School Academy
Teaching Pro
Pitching & Chipping Area
Putting Green

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes
Walking Allowed
Dress code Proper golf attire required.

Food & Beverage

Bar
Grill
Restaurant

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

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  • Top 25 Off-course amenities in the U.S.
    (2019 #12) (2017 #3)
  • Top 25 Most Improved U.S. Golf Courses
    (2018 #25)
  • Top 25 Friendliest Courses in the U.S.
    (2017 #9)
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4.5
4.5 out of 5 stars, based on 52 reviews
98.1%
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52
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  • Conditions
    4.6
  • Value
    4.5
  • Layout
    4.5
  • Friendliness
    4.5
  • Pace
    4.4
  • Amenities
    4.1
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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.

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Golfers Often Mention

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

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u000004172405
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Fun day

The course played great even though the greens and fairways had been punched.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
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PlayGolf415
Reviews 4
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Played

Don’t waist your time or money

As always is always the case with punched greens, the staff NEVER tells you. Three hour drive to a destination course with punched greens which were never mentioned when I made the reservation nor when I checked in nor by the starter at the first tee!

Nice job gang and making sure my golfing experience was top notch.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
1.0
1.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 1.0
Value 1.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 2.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 1.0
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420djray
Reviews 10
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 2.0
Value 2.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 3.0
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u421397100
Reviews 18
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Greens just aerated so not great

Rough was weeds

Fairways fine but could be widened on some holes

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 3.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 2.0
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cptcurt
Reviews 3
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Green conditions

Not notified in advance that greens plugged by either

GolfNow or Del Monte..We were a foursome and although carts were a free compensation, the green issue was a distraction to a perfect day.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Walked
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 1.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 3.0
Difficulty 4.0
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RGFF528C1F07C1EE46FB
Review 1
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Beautiful course

The only down side was they had aerated the greens, so putting was a bit challenging. Stay in the fairway because they cut the grass on the fringes with a mulching mower.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Difficulty 3.0
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hugo9071
Reviews 11
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Played

Disappointed

The holes were aerated. I was not informed about it until I checked in. Putting was terrible. Playing connect the dots is not fun. Fairways are in great condition. It would have been a great experience. Very disappointed.

Previously Played
1.0
1.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 1.0
Value 1.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 5.0
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Kevin3164863
Review 1
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
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fohughes
Reviews 12
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Difficulty 4.0
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spyglass7777
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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11RickFrye
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 3.0
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u3654182
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Solid course worth playing when in Monterey.

Challenging course that is interesting and well maintained. Walkable. Only drawback is lack of a driving range. Staff was very friendly and helpful.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
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Mhuey
Reviews 3
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 4.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
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u000007179183
Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Love this course.

One of my favorites. Good Chill vibe and the turf is in good shape. Twilights are affordable!

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
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EddieNakajima
Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Worth going there.

Course condition was perfect and I can’t believe I play just at USD 100. Staffs are extremely friendly.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Walked
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 4.0
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u314159504121
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 2.0
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lornevierra
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

The course was in great condition, and the staff was were very helpful and accommodating. Overall, it was a wonderful experience. I think this will be my go to course when visitors come to stay.

Thank you Del Monte!!

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
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u6467992
Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Walked
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
Difficulty 3.0
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jennyhuh7
Reviews 8
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Played
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 3.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
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brymac4423
Reviews 7
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Played

Nice... Nothing Special

Enjoyed playing on a beautiful, 75 degree winter day., But, as others have said, this course looks and feels old. No services because of Covid, but to not allow coolers/outside food or drink is ridiculous (even worse to announce this to every foursome seemed like overkill). Back to the course...felt like an overpriced Muni, but in Carmel and named Del Monte. Fairways in decent condition, greens slow and bumpy, off fairway conditions terrible. No, I wouldn't drive from San Jose to play here again, I'll stick to Pacific Grove.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 3.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
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