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3.7
817 Reviews (817)
5 Stars
274
4 Stars
385
3 Stars
92
2 Stars
35
1 Stars
31
Conditions
3.6
Value
3.4
Layout
4.2
Friendliness
4.1
Pace
3.7
Amenities
3.6
73.1%
Recommend this course
708 out of 817 reviews
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3.0
31 Reviews (31)
5 Stars
3
4 Stars
9
3 Stars
9
2 Stars
5
1 Stars
5
Conditions
2.5
Value
2.5
Layout
3.8
Pace
3.3
Amenities
3.3
StaffFriendliness
4.0
48.4%
Recommend this course
15 out of 31 reviews
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3.4
50 Reviews (50)
5 Stars
13
4 Stars
15
3 Stars
9
2 Stars
5
1 Stars
8
Conditions
3.2
Value
3.0
Layout
4.1
Pace
3.5
Amenities
3.4
StaffFriendliness
4.1
60.0%
Recommend this course
30 out of 50 reviews
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Course Highlights
Cinco Ranch features a well-regarded layout with lush fairways and a pace of play that keeps rounds moving smoothly. Friendly, professional staff and solid course amenities consistently deliver a well-rounded round worth booking.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 71
Length 6922 yards
Slope 133
Rating 73.8

Carlton Gipson designed the Golf Club At Cinco Ranch in the early 1990s. It's a long golf course that features an ocean of water impacting play on 16 of 18 holes. For the most part, the holes are straight and open, with minimal trees framing the paths to the greens. The greens are unique because of the unusually shaped bunkers that create very different short game challenges from what one normally finds. One of the best holes is no. 4, a 557-yard par 5 that features an approach shot over water into an elevated green. In addition to the water, the green is fronted by a bunker that is at least 10 feet below the hole. This requires a phenomenal, blind bunker shot for an up-and-down.

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Course Details

Year Built 1994
Golf Season Year round
Architect Carlton Gipson

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
GPS Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

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

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Hemmed walking shorts, Sleeveless blouses with collars for women only, Traditional slacks, khakis and jeans, Denim shorts are acceptable; Short-shorts, bathing suits, cut-offs, gym or jogging shorts, scrubs, cotton sweat suits are unacceptable

Food & Beverage

Bar, Grill, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Banquet Facilities
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Reviews

3.7
817 Reviews (817)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 17
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 25
Undulating Greens 19
Water Hazards 18
This course/club is great for:
Locals 24
Advanced Golfers 16
Entertaining Clients 9
This Course's Location is:
In the 'Burbs 20
Convenient to the City 18
Worth the Drive 10

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Played On
Reviews 18
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 06/13/2024

Thank you for the great rating!

Glad you enjoyed the course.

Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Nice Course

I like the layout and the course conditions. Plenty of different configurations creating a challenge for every club. Greens were a little fuzzy after the rain but overall rolled fairly smoothly.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
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Commented on 06/11/2024

Hi Shinbone, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed the layout and course conditions. We appreciate your input on the greens. We hope to see you back soon!

Played On
Reviews 32
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great experience

Love this course . Local and challenging and in great condition.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 06/07/2024

Thank you so much for your positive feedback on our course! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the challenge and condition of the course. We appreciate your support and hope to see you again soon for another round!

Played On
Reviews 19
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
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Commented on 06/07/2024

Thanks so much for rating us. If there are any details you’d like to share about what we are doing well, we’d love to learn more!

Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 06/07/2024

Thanks so much for rating us. Is there anything you’d like to share that we can pass along to the team?

Played On
Reviews 33
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Slower than a mule

Even though I teed off 30 minutes before my tee time, but the pace of place is horrible. There are at least 2 foursome groups in front who don’t know how to play but played from the blue tee. Not only that, they just waited for the their group to be clear from the green so they can tee off. CR mgnt needs to send out Marshall to check on the course. I ended up leaving after playing only 8 holes. What a disappointed round.

Conditions Average
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 05/24/2024

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We apologize for the experience you had on the course. We will address the pace of play issue with our management team to ensure a more enjoyable round for our guests. We appreciate your input.

Played On
Reviews 17
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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Commented on 05/20/2024

Thanks so much for rating us. We’d love to know what made your experience great!

Played On
Reviews 24
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Poor
Pace Poor
Amenities Fair
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Commented on 05/20/2024

Thank you for taking the time to rate us, even if your experience wasn’t great. We’d love to learn more so we can improve.

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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Commented on 05/06/2024

Thanks so much for rating us. We’d love to know what made your experience great!

Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Palace of play is hit or miss

Played here Tuesday morning 7:50 tee time, it was the fastest round I’ve played here in years and it still took 4:45. Cart girl came out once we got to 18th fairway. It’s a long walk between some holes.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
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Commented on 05/02/2024

Hi DM, thank you for sharing your experience with us. We appreciate your feedback and will take note of your comments about the pace of play and cart service. We're glad you enjoyed the round overall and hope to see you back on the course soon.

Played On
Reviews 11
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 04/29/2024

We’re thrilled to hear you had a positive experience. We’d love to know what made your experience great!

Played On
Reviews 36
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Fun Course to Play in Houston

Cinco Ranch has a very nice practice facility. Layout is challenging depending on tee box. Other than water, most balls can be found. Fairways are in very good condition, rough can be a bit spotty. Pace of play was good. Greens were in very good condition and tracked true. A lot of bunkers can come into play, #16 a par 3, has 11 bunkers. Personnel were very friendly. Overall, a fun course to play.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 04/29/2024

Thank you for sharing your feedback on your experience at Cinco Ranch. We're glad to hear you enjoyed the practice facility and found the greens to be in very good condition. We appreciate your detailed review and hope to see you back on the course soon!

Played On
Reviews 24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Fair
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
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Commented on 04/22/2024

We appreciate the rating, even if it means we could have done better. We would love to hear from you to learn more about your experience. Please feel free to reach out.

Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 04/22/2024

We’re thrilled to see you had a positive experience. If there are any details you’d like to share about what we are doing well, we’d love to learn more!

Played On
Reviews 44
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Tuesday Afternoon at GC Cinco Ranch

Course condition was good and pace of play was normal. Staff were very accommodating and professional.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 04/19/2024

Hi u000003764608, thank you for your feedback! We're glad to hear that you enjoyed the course condition, pace of play, and interaction with our staff. We strive to provide a professional and accommodating experience for all our guests. Looking forward to welcoming you back soon!

Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Great course, BUT.................

Course was nice. Greens were good. Bunkers had lots of pebble rocks. Some bunkers are nothing but rocks.

Pace of play was horrendous. 5 1/2 hours to finish a round. Never once saw a marshall.

We saw the beverage cart ONE time. We even called the Pro Shop to request one, but she never came.

Restaurant was closed so there was no place to watch the Masters.

For the price point, I would expect a beverage cart and someplace to eat, and watch TV, after your round.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 04/17/2024

Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We're glad you enjoyed the course and greens. We apologize for the issues you experienced with the bunkers, pace of play, and beverage cart service. Your comments are valuable to us and will be shared with our team for improvement.

Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great course

I will likely be buying a membership for this course. I golfed here for the first time over the weekend and really enjoyed my experience besides the staff member in the shack with the range balls and cart keys was rude. It was like I was an inconvenience to him for being there for the first time and having simple questions. Like I said besides that I had a great experience and the course is great. I will most definitely be back.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 04/16/2024

Hi camtmen, thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your time at the course overall. We apologize for any inconvenience you experienced with our staff member and appreciate your feedback. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

Played On
Reviews 11
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
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Commented on 04/16/2024

Thank you for the great rating, candicelove. We’d love to learn more about what we did to earn it!

Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 04/08/2024

Thanks for the rating. We’d love to learn more about what we did to earn it!

Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Fun Local Course Conditions Average

We’ve played Cinco Ranch for many years. It’s a fun layout with a friendly staff, but the course conditions can very significantly throughout the year. While the greens and the bunkers were in good shape this March, the fairways were quite tight with a lot of hard pan in play. I don’t think we had more than a few shots with an even a slight cushion of fairway grass. Hopefully it improves as we get closer to the heart of Texas golf season.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 04/08/2024

Hey rrocque1, thank you for your feedback on your recent experience at Cinco Ranch. We appreciate your kind words about our staff and layout. We'll definitely take your comments about course conditions into consideration as we continue to strive for improvement. We hope to see you back soon!

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