Golf Club of Houston - Tournament Course

11 a.m. tee time on Friday, Jan 15th. Played the White tees with friends for pace of play and to enjoy the round. Roughly 5500 yards. Next set of tees were at 6500 yards.

At this distance for our skill level it was all we wanted to bite off. Fairways were soft. Greens were receptive, slick as glass, and consistent for every hole. Pin positions were not torture. The toughest condition on this day was the wind. Temperature was 60's and sunny. Felt like upper 40's. Easily a 2-3 club up wind day. Everyone had a great day. The starters were friendly as well as cart girl and wait staff. We will go back.

I will start off by saying this was the longest round of golf I’ve play in my life and I didn’t even get to finish. I had a 1:20 tee time and didn’t tee off till 2:00 or so because they couldn’t get us a cart. Yet people who had tee times at 1:40, 1:50, and even 2:00 who were non members got carts before us and teed off before us. Although this place was a pga course the course management was horrible. Will say course was nice but not worth the pace of play, and poor management. Also had two bullets go over my head on number 6 tee box and called the shop and they didn’t care, nor did they care to comp or do anything for me since they are the ones that messed everything up. Wouldn’t recommend going here there are other courses not as nice but pace of place and management are way better.

Had a tee time at 1:20 and didn’t tee off till 2:00 because they couldn’t get us a cart. Only was able to play through 16 and if I would have started at the right time I would have finished, also one of the longest rounds I’ve played in my life and didn’t even play all 18.. Great course, very slow pace of play, and terrible management. Great course, but not worth the hassle of pace of play and management.

Overall staff were very friendly.

The course was in very good condition, especially considering the recent heavy rainfall. Greens are in very good shape, especially for this time of year, still with good speed and rolling true.

Pace of play was not very good. There were at couple of groups in front of us that had players that appeared to have never even swung a club before, including a guy that swung and completely missed the ball at least 25 times during the round. While we patiently waited on nearly every shot. NEVER, I repeat NEVER saw a ranger or marshal on the golf course throughout the entire round.

There was also no beverage cart service.

It seems that things have been stepped down a few notches since they are no longer hosting the PGA tour event.

Another example...range balls. They used to be there stacked up for player warm up. Now, you have to pay for them in advance in the pro shop. At this level of golf club, and at this price point, it is surprising that corporate now feels the need to nickel and dime the golfer. But, that is what I was told..."it's corporate's policy."

Love the course, but the 'experience' is not what it used to be.

Great course in terrible windy and cold conditions. Too difficult to walk due to green to tee distances. Needed beverage cart with hot beverages. Still a little too pricey for a weekday round. Need GPS on carts. Plenty of parking and the clubhouse is complete with all sorts of items.

The best golf course in Houston in my opinion. Awesome course, many levels above other courses...

Overall the course was in great shape when considering wet winter conditions. Greens were very soft but remarkably quick. Fairways were pretty soft also, so not a lot of roll out.. This course is one of my favorites in the Houston area.

This was my first time back since playing the course a few years ago. It did not disappoint! The fairways were beautiful and the greens rolled true. I will be back for sure !!

I like the course, always have. This time I was informed at checkin that cart path rules were in effect even though it has not rained in almost a week. When on the course I saw no reason for the cart path only ruling. Also on checkin informed the guy in the pro shop my partner and I would need separate carts as he is in a high risk situation relative to Covid. I was told there would be a $50 surcharge for separate carts which I think is ridiculous. I was told it was because of high demand (on a Monday?) and they were trying to discourage one person per cart even if there were health risks. I assume the cart path only was also because of high demand. Trying to cut down on the wear and tear to the course. Again, after being on the course I saw no wear and tear that would warrant this ruling. I think both of these situations should have been made clear when I made my reservations.

Nice course. The Shell Houston Open used to play here.

Excellent course. Wet from overnight rain. Greens were smooth and fast. Bunkers in great shape. The clubhouse staff and marshalls were courteous. The price is a little high but overall fair.

A great course and great experience. It’s challenging but worth every moment!!!! Great pace of play and phenomenal condition given its December! A must play again!

Only problem was they were behind in the golf carts - otherwise very nice experience