One&Only Palmilla GC - Ocean: #3
A view of green #3 at Ocean Golf Course from One&Only Palmilla Golf Club
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4.1
331 Reviews (331)
5 Stars
178
4 Stars
96
3 Stars
41
2 Stars
13
1 Stars
3
Conditions
3.8
Value
3.9
Layout
4.4
Friendliness
4.8
Pace
4.7
Amenities
4.1
81.2%
Recommend this course
283 out of 331 reviews
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Average Rating
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3.5
13 Reviews (13)
5 Stars
3
4 Stars
5
3 Stars
2
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
1
Conditions
3.4
Value
3.5
Layout
4.2
Pace
4.8
Amenities
4.3
StaffFriendliness
4.9
61.5%
Recommend this course
8 out of 13 reviews
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4.0
23 Reviews (23)
5 Stars
10
4 Stars
6
3 Stars
4
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
1
Conditions
3.5
Value
3.8
Layout
4.3
Pace
4.9
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.9
78.3%
Recommend this course
18 out of 23 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 72
Length 7036 yards
Slope 140
Rating 74.2

The One&Only Palmilla Golf Club boasts a 27-hole layout that is divided into three scenic nines: Mountain, Ocean, and Arroyo. Named after the defining features of their landscape, the nines are played in different 18-hole combinations. Jack Nicklaus designed all 27 holes, giving each a unique character but the same level of challenge. The Mountain/Ocean combination starts out with dramatic elevations. Expect some uneven lies and the occasional blind shot. The front nine offers a diverse mix of holes of varying lengths that all feature plenty of water and sand. The fifth hole is a memorable par 4 that plays over not one but two deep canyons to a green fronted by a deep bunker. On the back nine, the Ocean Course, golfers can enjoy a different view of the Sea of Cortez on every

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Course Details

Year Built 1997
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Jack Nicklaus (1992) Jack Nicklaus (1997) Greg Letsche (1992)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

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

Food & Beverage

Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Meeting Facilities, Banquet Facilities

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4.1
331 Reviews (331)
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Reviews 17
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4.0
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Previously Played

Great layout

Course was enjoyable and a bit challenging to play. Fairways in great shape and greens were as well, although on the slow side. Would recommend as a place to play.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Reviews 8
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
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First Time Playing

Palmilla

The was in rough shape. Staff very nice, amenities were lacking. Going to private and making upgrades that make the track less than good. Not worth the reduced fees.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Fair
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

All the holes looked the same and the walks from cart to greens are not well placed. Most times the walk was up or down severe slopes. Staff was friendly but not as good as other courses. Wouldn’t play again in Cabo as there are many better courses to play

Conditions Good
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Palmilla Golf Course Arroyo Ocean

I thoroughly enjoyed this course for the following reasons:

1. Everything was taken care for us by best4golf.com , they handled our tee time and selection

2. It was raining and we were given a non covered cart , after visiting the range, which was very well marked, they gave us a covered cart with a smile

3. The course was well manicured and the greens were super nice and rolled true, all were receptive to shots. The sand bunkers could have used some more sand at the bottom

4. Very big highlight was the hospitality of the only cart girl, Tanya-Alexandria, she was so sweet and attentive to our requests, she explained everything and that she would bring any order to us....saw her multiple times and each time she refreshed us!!! Truly a gem!!

4. I liked how the kitchen took or order at the turn and brought our order out around hole 11...the quesadillas were really good

5. The pro shop and workers were quite attentive to us as well. They were able to get a taxi for us very quickly after our round.

I would recommend this to all visitors.

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

First time here

Course was in great condition, fast greens, tight fairways. My son & I played a 4hr round with good pace of play on the course. The Ocean side (front 9) has nice views and tight fairways. The Arroyo side (back 9) is a little more forgiving on wayward shots. Nice practice facilities (range, chipping & putting green). Would play here again. Pay with Pesos or credit card only at the golf course.

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

Nice course!

The staff was friendly and course was in great shape. My only downside of the day was that it was too hot to play for me. Would love to play it again in the winter months.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great course

I’m a scratch golfer at best so take this with a grain of salt if you’re Phil Mickelson Jr. The course was good overall, I enjoyed playing here and would definitely play here again. The front 9 for me was the mountain course. Cool to play hitting from long fairways that overlooked the hills and valleys. Some challenging holes on this 9. The back 9, the ocean half, was my favorite. Very cool scenic holes and a handful of valleys to hit over. The fairways were fairly well maintained and quick. The greens were hit or miss. Some were really fast, others were a little rough and dry which made the speed of the ball vary. Overall staff was great and very hospitable. They provided food and drinks to the cart via a GPS or were awaiting me on a hole as I was headed there. After finishing I was met with a nice cold towel infused with lemongrass which was very nice considering how humid it was all day. Overall would definitely play here again or recommend to a friend.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Pamilla is all around great course

Pamilla is great from the moment you arrive to when you are enjoying a round at the 19th green.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Beautiful

The course at palmilla was fantastic, very well maintained with friendly staff . Challenging play which was refreshing. We thoroughly enjoyed and would recommend.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 13
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Troon improvements

Troon has come to make improvements to course and greens maintenance

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

ONE OF MY FAVS

Challenging but not too hard of a course for the high handicapper. Most fairways are wide but should miss away from the many arroyos as tempting as it may be to have a closer layup. Most of the PAR 4s are short, so check the distance. Can overshoot easily like on the Arroyo #1 or Ocean #3(photo).. A lot of variety at Pamilla. The Mountain #1 starts out having to drive to the top of a mountain!

The staff at Palmilla are noticeably helpful and pleasant.. Practice range is set up nicely, the golf carts are new and the food is good! Definitely an overall favorite for me on the San Jose side!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Ocean 9 great!

Preferred Ocean vs Mountain. Lots of trouble on both. Bring your A game.

Nice starter!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great staff!

Check in gal very friendly. Raul the starter great. Nice course and staff. Good job Palmilla!

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