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4.7
336 Reviews (336)
5 Stars
261
4 Stars
44
3 Stars
19
2 Stars
5
1 Stars
7
Conditions
4.5
Value
4.7
Layout
4.9
Friendliness
4.8
Pace
4.8
Amenities
3.7
94.4%
Recommend this course
313 out of 336 reviews
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4.9
14 Reviews (14)
5 Stars
13
4 Stars
1
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.9
Layout
5.0
Pace
5.0
Amenities
3.8
StaffFriendliness
5.0
100.0%
Recommend this course
14 out of 14 reviews
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4.7
36 Reviews (36)
5 Stars
31
4 Stars
3
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
2
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.6
Layout
4.9
Pace
4.8
Amenities
3.7
StaffFriendliness
4.8
94.4%
Recommend this course
34 out of 36 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Resort
Style Links
Par 72
Length 7210 yards
Slope 140
Rating 74.7

Jack Nicklaus and his son teamed up to design the course at The Nicklaus Design Course at Vidanta Puerto Penasco (formerly known as Peninsula De Cortes Golf Club and Peninsula Golf Club at Vidanta Puerto Penasco). Half of the layout plays along the Sea of Cortes while the other half wanders inland through native wetlands and desert vegetation. Long hitters will enjoy this golf course, which stretches to more than 7,000 yards. The Nicklaus team designed a challenging layout but the rugged terrain also deserves credit. They utilized not only the natural hazards but also the stunning views, which are as varied as the challenges. Every hole is framed by a backdrop of the desert, mountains, or sea. The signature hole is the par-3 sixth. On this tough hole you'll be met with a series of waterways that sits between the tees and the green complex, where four bunkers are also lurking.

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Course Details

Year Built 2006
Fairways Salam Seashore Paspalum
Greens Salam Seashore Paspalum
Architect Jack Nicklaus (2006) Jack Nicklaus, Jr. (2006) Chet Williams (2006)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Pull-carts No
Caddies Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Metal Spikes Allowed No
Fivesomes Allowed No
Walking Allowed No
Dress code Proper golf attire required.

Food & Beverage

Bar, Restaurant

Lodging

Lodging Available

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities

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Reviews

4.7
336 Reviews (336)

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Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Windy weather
Used cart

Fantastic Course in PP

Was the only golfer on the course at 10am due to fairly high winds which lasted the entire round, about 20 mph gusts. The staff at the course was very friendly. Had to check in inside the Mayan Hotel lobby then drive to the course a short distance away. Booked round on golfnow which saved $25+.

Course was in fantastic shape and had 5 holes along ocean, A++. Will return on my next trip to PP.

Golfers may want to avoid playing if winds are over 20 mph as its hard to reach the par 4's and balls will drift OB. I normally play from white tees but with wind played from lady tees which was a much better option. I am 14 HDCP and shot 88 with the serious wind. Still had a great time. Course is about 45 min out of Sandy Beach hotel zone but worth the drive.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 6
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

Course was in great shape with very few players. However, the golf cart was Terrible. The steering was very loose, making it dangerous to operate. This facility needs new carts.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

vidanta

well maintained and greens are beautiful. great ocean views. we will be back

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 17
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart

Great course in Mexico and the cheapest course in the world

$73 bucks for a perfect course right on the ocean is un heard off. I've been golfing this course for 20 years, doesn't get much play, being its a little out of the way, but worth the drive.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Disappointed

I have played this course 10-15 times. We had a tee time at 12:30 but didn’t get out til 1:20. There were not enough golf carts. We waited for morning groups to come in for their carts. There was a small grill that only served burritos. The workers were awesome, but a delay cause of carts and slow played made us cancel our dinner.

Because we are in Mexico, that saw it as no issued just wait 1 hour and play slow.

Conditions Good
Value Poor
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

This course isn't worth the price

The golf carts are nearly broken down and the fairways/bunkers are semi maintained. However the greens were in perfect shape. For the price, the value isn't there, much better value at 2 other local courses.

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 16
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

This is a great golf course. Definitely one of our favorites. The course is in fantastic shape right now. The staff is the friendliest around. Genuinely happy to see you and help you. This is definitely a typical challenging Nicklaus course, but well thought out holes that keep your attention for every shot. Highly recommend.

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

Sence of humor

Good ol Jack got a sence of humor with this one. Sand traps everywhere but soft and well kept.

Tight fairways with thick brush on edges. Off fairway equals lost ball. Very challenging. On short breeze usually always 10-20 mph. Tricky tricky but alot of fun amd a super challenge for a 9 handicap golfer with a ever returning slice every other round. My son shot a 85 and hes a much better golfer. I shot a 98.

Conditions Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Beautiful Course

The course was in really excellent condition. The location is beautiful. Staff was super friendly and helpful. We had packed clubs but didn't have room for a bag so they rounded up one for us.

Some holes are difficult. I think one was over 200 yards from tee to fairway cut of the grass. But we had a great time. Early October is hot and humid. Course was not busy.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Course is in immaculate shape. If you come to Rocky point, this is the course to play. Period.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great Layout Great Views Great Fun

This course is so much fun to play. It’s just enough challenge for average golfers but not frustrating. The course conditions were amazing and the staff were all friendly. My playing partner and I sunk a couple of long-ish putts and the grounds keeper near by gave us each an applause. Definitely worth the drive if you’re staying around Sandy Beach. My only complained would be the only option for water is from the beverage cart. The club house took some damage during the Dec 2021 storms so it’s currently closed until the new one is built near the 15th tee. Probably a year from now..

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Beautiful courses and great conditions!

This is a must play course if you are in Peñasco. The conditions are great and the pace is great too. 2 of us were finished in 3 hours. The course is tough. I am an 8 handicap and scored an 89. If you are a 15+ handicap you will enjoy the views but are likely to be frustrated. I will be back next year to play it again.

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

Great Service

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 10
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Vendanta Mayan palace

Spectacular views of the sea of Cortez. Jack did a great job though at times during your round you might curse him out. We all do at once a side

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 113
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 500 Contributor
First Time Playing

Great layout

Great layout, very scenic and fantastic greens. The rough was easily 6-7 inches due to not having a rough unit and most of the fairs were in spotty shape. I can see this course being one of the best in Mexico, just not in this condition though.

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