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4.6
1166 Reviews (1166)
5 Stars
869
4 Stars
217
3 Stars
49
2 Stars
19
1 Stars
12
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.2
Layout
4.7
Friendliness
4.8
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.5
90.7%
Recommend this course
1094 out of 1166 reviews
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4.4
39 Reviews (39)
5 Stars
24
4 Stars
10
3 Stars
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2
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.2
Value
4.1
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.4
StaffFriendliness
4.8
89.7%
Recommend this course
35 out of 39 reviews
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4.5
59 Reviews (59)
5 Stars
38
4 Stars
14
3 Stars
4
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.1
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.4
StaffFriendliness
4.8
88.1%
Recommend this course
52 out of 59 reviews
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Course Highlights
The course layout consistently impresses with its challenging water-lined fairways and well-maintained greens that reward skilled play. Exceptionally friendly staff and strong overall value make this a top desert destination worth revisiting.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 72
Length 7322 yards
Slope 144
Rating 75.8

On the Classic Club's scenic landscape, golfers will find a wide variety of trees including olive trees, towering pines, and California pepper, but unlike the many other golf courses in Palm Springs, there isn't a single palm tree. The Classic Club opened in 2006 to much acclaim and has since garnered a following amongst locals and visitors. Formerly a host site for the Bob Hope Classic, the challenging layout has an interesting mix of tour-worthy holes including intimidating par 3s balanced by reachable par-5s and short par-4s. Water hazards come into play on 13 holes. The back nine begins with a memorable stretch of holes. The par-4 10th is a tight driving hole with an elevated green and the 11th hole requires a shot over water. The stretch ends with the par-3 12th, which also plays over water to a well protected green.

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Course Details

Year Built 2006
Greens Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Arnold Palmer (2006)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
GPS Yes
Caddies Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes - "Bird Golf Academy"
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted Visa, Master Card, American Express
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Fivesomes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Collared shirts are required. Shorts must be 'bermuda'-length. Inappropriate Attire: Tank tops, T-shirts, Denim Jeans, Cargo shorts and Cut-offs.

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Reviews

4.6
1166 Reviews (1166)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 43
19th Hole Scenic Views 33
Patio Dining 32
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 75
Bunkers 71
Forced Carries 38
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 59
A Bucket list/Top 100 Pick 39
A Weekend Splurge 30
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 57
Worth the Drive 37
Near Local Attractions 15

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Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Beautiful Course

Although the course was extremely challenging for our ability, we thought it was outstanding. The conditions of the greens and fairways were suberb. It was a special circumstance to afford to play on this course otherwise it is too expensive for us. Most enjoyable experience.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
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
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Beautiful course. Course conditions pretty good. Views and layout make it worth it. Staff a bit rude to my wife when she arrived to pick me up....said it was closed and she was not allowed in...said she could not get a drink...but the drink had already been ordered and I was waiting to enjoy a few moments with her.

Will consider other course choices in the future.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Fair
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Amazing

We booked this course same day. Conditions were phenomenal. The fairways were like carpet, greens rolled true, and I thought it was one of the better courses I have ever played. Golf towel was included for free as well as a food and average voucher for $15.. Teed off before 3. Seemed like we had the course to ourselves and the slight breeze kept us cool. We will be back for sure. The only negative we're the bunkers were very hard packed below the top inch or so. It took me a bit to get used to. Pretty forgiving tee shots but they did seem to lead your shots to fairway bunkers.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Windy weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great course

One of the top courses in the Palm Springs area will defiantly go back

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 53
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great layout, inconsistent greens

We liked the course. Unlike any other course we've played in P Springs -- lots of water, some hills and grass rough. My one complaint was that the greens did not roll consistently from hole to hole - some fast and some slow. I'm not sure I've played a course in this area with inconsistent greens before.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather

A wonderful experience

They treat every player like royalty here.

Excellent course. Nice amenities. Great staff.

Couldn't ask for more.

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

Fantastic experience

Played this course last in 2012 so it's been awhile, what was I waiting for? As I remembered it and reconfirmed - fantastic layout, always in great shape, fast greens, excellent warm up facilities and locker room and challenging. This is one of the best in Palm Springs. It seems a bit pricey but includes a $15 food voucher to their world class restaurant and compared to the other top courses in the area is actually a bargain. Word of caution in the afternoon of its windy this course plays tough.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
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

Best course in the valley

We played classic club for the first time and were very happy with everything! The course layout is tough but fair so it works for mid to low handicappers. They even have a forward orange tee for beginners. The conditions were great and the scenery is beautiful. We played in just over four hours which was awesome. No waiting on any tees which can happen on some of the public courses. Staff were friendly everywhere and the lunch afterwards was delicious.

We loved it and are going back today!

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Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 29
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

A course in the top echelon near Palm Springs

The Classic is always a treat to play. It's in great condition and the layout is magnificent. Nobody expects a course like this in this area east of Highway 10. It has a beautiful clubhouse and was built for the Bob Hope Classic Tournament. Play it when it's not too windy. We make a point of playing here every time we come down and are never disappointed. Each hole is a great challenge in a beautiful setting. Watch out for greens with false fronts and fairways which slope towards water or traps. The greens are as quick as any in the area, but they run true. Spend some time on the practice green before your game.

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

A Great Experience!

Everything was great. We rated staff friendliness lower because of the Starter, who was uncommunicative and grouchy. However, this was dramatically offset by Gina, the waitress in Bellatrix, who was outstanding; and by the rest of the staff, all of whom were wonderful.

Course experience was excellent, and we would definitely play there again. Cost was a bit steep given the "deals" that one can find in the area.

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

A Classic

From the time you drive up to the impressive golf club to the time you leave you get the impression that this facility is a cut above. The price for gold includes golf, practice facilities, a nice towel momento, a $15 food voucher and first class treatment all around. The course is set up for seasoned golfers but is fair to decent ball strikers. Greens are the best I have played in quite some time. The food and beverage service was also above average and reasonably priced. All around this place is good value for the serious golfer.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 25
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Walked

Great experience!

You can tell when you get out of the car the attitude that a course brings. In this case it was about customer service. It was every employee's goal no matter who to make sure we had a very good time. They did not disappoint! This place is one of my all time favorites!!! I will be back!!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Beautiful course

This was absolutely the most well-kept course I have played. The grasses were green, full, and trimmed perfectly.

The layout and hazard features provided a nice challenge; not easy but not too difficult.

Staff was friendly throughout and the carts were very comfortable. Cart GPS is also a nice feature here.

I would definitely play here again and recommend it to friends.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 25
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

What an awesome experience!!!

What an awesome place!!! We couldn't have asked for a better golfing experience!!! We will be back!!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nice cours...very slow play

I enjoyed the front nine. But, the nearly 3 hour back nine will not bring me back.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 13
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Classic Golf

A great course, beautiful, bring you A game for the back side.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Water Ahead

Wouldn't expect to play a course with as much water as this one in the desert. Overall extremely challenging!

Dry conditions on the fast fairways made it a task to stay in play.

Would love a second crack at this gem!

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
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