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4.7
1139 Reviews (1139)
5 Stars
854
4 Stars
209
3 Stars
48
2 Stars
17
1 Stars
11
Conditions
4.5
Value
4.3
Layout
4.8
Friendliness
4.8
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.6
92.0%
Recommend this course
1071 out of 1139 reviews
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Average Rating
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4.5
26 Reviews (26)
5 Stars
17
4 Stars
6
3 Stars
3
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.1
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.7
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.7
88.5%
Recommend this course
23 out of 26 reviews
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Average Rating
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4.6
76 Reviews (76)
5 Stars
58
4 Stars
9
3 Stars
7
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.3
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.5
StaffFriendliness
4.8
89.5%
Recommend this course
68 out of 76 reviews
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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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4.7
1139 Reviews (1139)

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I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 36
Handicap 5-9
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Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart

Great and challenging golf course

It is always a pleasure to return to the classic club. The layout of the course is great, maintenance from tee to green excellent. The windy conditions had less people play, which had a great influence on the pace of play. The restaurant is nice and is offering good food after the round.

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

Great Layout

Played for the first time. Really enjoyed the challenge of the course. It was very playable but also had some challenging holes. Open fairways but plenty of water to keep you honest.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart

Excellent condition and customer service

It was a very windy day, which made the course play quite difficult. The conditions and customer service were excellent.

Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays Once every three months
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 38
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 14
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Played On
Reviews 10
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Vacation

When on vacation (January) try to play Classic Club at least a couple of times. Overall a great course/experience. Some fairways were a bit short on new grass but overall very good. Getting a bit pricey but will play again.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart

Beautiful and Challenging Course

Great service from staff, beautiful course, very challenging layout. Windy conditions made things difficult.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Always enjoyable

Friendly staff. Beautiful property. Only reason for 4 stars instead of 5 is because some fairways have some thin areas. It’s always been in perfect shape when we have played it in the past. Must’ve been a tough growing season

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
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 Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Phenomenal Experience

As a Coachella Valley resident I am pleased to say that this has to be a top 3 course in our area. It has challenging holes, amazing scenery, and friendly staff. From my arrival time the staff was friendly and helpful. Great service! Kevin was very hospitable! Will be returning and recommending to friends and family.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 16
Skill Advanced
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 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Classic Club

Course was in excellent shape, tee to green. Wind was mild. The staff were super friendly, everyone from the clubhouse to the starters to the staff. The course was difficult in my humble opinion and gets harder as the course goes on. Water features are beautiful and come into play throughout the course. One of the best courses in the desert among some pretty awesome courses for sure.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Best Public Course in the Valley

there are several reasons why this is the best course in the valley for its price point.

from the moment you get to the course there's a staff member to greet you with a very nice golf cart.

the chorus is in pristine condition grains roll pretty true maybe like a nine the day we played.

there are are all sorts of features including bunkers water and risk reward shots.

only downside I would say is it's almost mandatory to pair up in a cart if you walk on as a single.

this is your first time to Palm springs this is a must play course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Always awesome

Play this course every year we are in the area. Never disappointed. Friendly staff, great conditions, beautiful place. Pace was a bit slow due to group in front of us. Would have liked to have Marshall either speed up group or would have made the group let us play through.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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