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About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 72
Length 7173 yards
Slope 131
Rating 74.3

Escena Golf Club in Palm Springs is a return to what made desert golf great. This Nicklaus Design course with stunning views stretches to almost 7,200 yards to challenge the most skilled players. Yet, with generous fairways and four sets of tees, it remains playable for all others. Add the boldly contemporary clubhouse and the ultra-cool environs of the Escena Lounge & Grill, and you have all of the ingredients of a modern classic.

Course Details

Year Built 2005
Golf Season Year round
Architect Jack Nicklaus (2005)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
GPS No
Pull-carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

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

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Discover
Walking Allowed Yes

Food & Beverage

Bar, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities

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Reviews

4.8
1219 Reviews (1219)

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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Fun Course

Fun place to play. Some of the par 3's are challenging and long at 190-200+ yards. Can be windy during this time of year. Start early to beat the desert heat.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Wow

Didn't expect such a nice coarse but is it as good as gets. good food also!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Great Course

The course was in pretty good shape but it is starting to dry out and brown in some spots which is normal for this time of year. The greens were in good shape but again a bit dry so hard to make your shots into them hold. They still rolled true while putting. I have always loved this course, very scenic. The course is deceiving and very easy to get out of shape very quickly. Highly recommend this course but for the summer expect it to brown and dry out more.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Great Desert Golf

Having played a number of courses in the desert I was more than pleased with Escena. The gounds and course were. immaculate. All staff was friendly and professional. About the only downside is the lack of a driving range. But the practice - warm up area was quite sufficient. I will definitely play this course again!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great Course

I've played Escena many times. It is on of my favorite courses in the Palm Springs area. It's a little pricey in peak season but it is a must play.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

"Great experience"

I played this course a week ago and yes it was windy but the conditions were absolutely perfect. If you missed a green to get up and down was a piece of cake. The layout is great, definitely Nicklaus, with big fairways to spray the ball a bit and you better have a good short game once you get closer to the greens. Just a fun course with a few water holes. Nice smooth fast greens but rolled true.

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

Escena

This is a great course located 3 minutes from downtown Palm Springs. Very scenic. Watch out for the Wildlife. Squirrels, chipmunks, rabbits are aggressive. They jump on your cart looking for food at each hole. If they can do something about the Wildlife, the round would be more enjoyable.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Beautiful Course!

I love this course, it's prestine!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 18
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Will return

This was the first time playing this course. I booked it for the rate on golfnow for a Friday afternoon. I was very impressed! It was recommended by a staff member at the PGA Superstore in town - great tip! The course was in fantastic conditions. The layout was forgiving and rather open, but from the tips was more than enough course to challenge. The facilities are terrific with a beautiful club house and dining facilities. There is no full driving range, but hitting into the large net provided adequate warming up. I will definitely return to this course again!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Windy

This is a good example of quality desert golf. I was warned it would be windy (always) and it was very windy at times. most courses in the desert are windy. a few are not because they are protected by mountains. this is by the airport and was windy with very strong gusts at times. that is part of the game and made the experience more enjoyable due the the added challenge.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Excellent Layout and Plenty Challenging

Enjoyed playing Escena Golf Club. Very good golf course and condition was excellent. Pin placements were a real challenge as they were having a tournament the day we played (added to the challenge). Staff sent us off the back 9 1st due to the tourney. Back 9 quite a bit longer than the front so created more of a challenge for me. Course offers several different Tees. My son and I played the Championship Tees - next time I may go with the Middle Tees, All and all - a very good experience. Would come back and play here again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

great course

great course, will play again

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 14
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Nice course

Great people, okay happy hour after golf.

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Best golf and value Palm Springs

This course is in extremely good shape, greens are still amazing. Some airating has taken place recently but it does not affect play. Speed of play was good, and a friendly staff on site. Love, this place!! and would recommend to everyone .

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 19
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

A little slow but great course

The course conditions were great except for the plant growth in the water and the fact the fairways were being aerated so the ball didn't roll so far. Greens were fast. Play would have been faster if the 4-some ahead of us were not playing for money. The course is really beautiful- as in scenic.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Great challenge for players of all skill levels!

With an excellent staff, incredible amenities, and incredible views, Escena is a must visit for any golfer. A fun yet challenging golf course than can challenge the low handicap player from the back tee yet still provide an enjoyable round for those who tee it forward. Make this a must see on your next Palm Springs area trip!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Quintessential Palm Springs Golf

Beautifully maintained course with manicured fairways against the gorgeous back drop of the desert mountains. Greens are in great shape. A fun and challenging course for all levels. Lots of great shopping options in the pro shop. Friendly staff. Retro styled clubhouse grill offers good food and atmosphere. Worth a visit during your Palm Springs golf adventure.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 17
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

April best time to play

Afternoon rates great no one there 3.5 hr round for wife and I. Course user friendly and playable.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

New Favorite

This is my go-to course now. I lived in Vegas for 10 years and played twice a week so my expectations were high. I love the modern feel of the clubhouse and the great course conditions.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Great Condition

First time at Escena. We thought the greens and the overall condition was great. I tried it out with a potential client and he loved it too. I will be back for more!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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