Golf Club of Houston - Tournament Course

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

Last rain was on Saturday. Played Monday. Cart path only and for good reason. Soaking wet. My only complaint is that none of the bunkers had been prepared. They were a wreck.

Great layout.

Course is great. Pick correct tees for your ability or it will be a long day. Greens are fast but big.

This review is abt members only course. I noticed they combined the 2 reviews, but this is members. WOW!!! This is arguably the best in Houston. It is a real treat. It is so memorable. Played with my brother in-law, and decided to join. The pace simply can't be beat. Not a whole lot of members, and the members sometimes pick the tour course because we get that too(though I don't really understand why anyone would pick tour over member). Conditions are always great, couldn't ask for any better. The layout is special. It is absolutely top 3 in the area(I think tied for first with shadowhawk, have played almost all public and private.Value is great too. Initiation isn't terrible, great for money, and the dues are incredible for the money. It also includes passport privlages to Blackhawk and Blackhorse. Staff is super friendly. The starters, marshals, and closer are all some of the nicest people I know! The amenities might be the best part of the membership. 2 sides to the range. public side isn't great, but member side is awesome! The rest is members only. 3 hole short course, incredible short game area, amazing putting green. By far the best membership in Houston with the food being amazing, the passport, and the amenities. in total, you get 93 holes!

Love the Course .. challenging and rewarding at the same time . Great club house and staff friendliness to enjoy the 19th hole . Highly recommended and will visit again with my buddy golfer friend

2 five-somes in front of us. Very slow on the front; marshalls got them moving a little better on the back.

Pace of play was ridiculously slow. We were lucky to get in 13 holes with a 1:30 tee time. Unacceptable in my opinion. Cart battery died for both of us. It also takes too long for anyone to pick up the phone.

For a course where a PGA tournament was previously played, I found the conditions very poor compared to many other courses in the Houston area. If the fee were 1/2 what I paid, I’d be less critical. The final straw for me was when my cart ran out of battery after only 14 holes played.

Pace was very slow and I discovered many of the issues were due to our play following a high school tournament. If the course is not capable of handling this scenario, they should not have tee times following the event.