Cancun Country Club - El Tinto Golf Course
About
El Tinto Golf Club (formerly known as TPC Cancun) has an environmentally friendly layout that is a popular destination for the PGA Tour. It serves as host to several events throughout the year. When crafting the course, special care was taken to protect the native flora and fauna. As a result El Tinto blends seamlessly into the existing environment. The Nick Price design also utilizes the terrain's natural elevation changes and water features. It's a challenging but fair test with more than 80 strategically placed bunkers and five lakes that come into play throughout. You will encounter some tricky holes but the different sets of tees cater to players of every skill level. El Tinto G.C. is conveniently situated just minutes from all the major area hotels and it's less than a half hour from Playa Del Carmen.
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 72 | 7439 yards | 75.8 | 137 |
| Gold | 72 | 7110 yards | 74.1 | 133 |
| Blue | 72 | 6788 yards | 71.8 | 126 |
| White | 72 | 6378 yards | 71.0 | 123 |
| Red (W) | 72 | 5616 yards | 73.0 | 122 |
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black M: 75.8/137 | 415 | 452 | 200 | 608 | 483 | 448 | 232 | 378 | 564 | 3780 | 442 | 165 | 558 | 448 | 402 | 612 | 344 | 203 | 485 | 3659 | 7439 |
| Gold M: 74.1/133 | 395 | 440 | 187 | 588 | 465 | 422 | 210 | 358 | 546 | 3611 | 416 | 158 | 540 | 430 | 382 | 580 | 330 | 198 | 465 | 3499 | 7110 |
| Blue M: 71.8/126 | 374 | 418 | 168 | 576 | 450 | 408 | 198 | 340 | 524 | 3456 | 398 | 142 | 522 | 415 | 364 | 562 | 310 | 184 | 435 | 3332 | 6788 |
| White M: 71.0/123 W: 75.9/138 | 356 | 399 | 158 | 544 | 424 | 386 | 175 | 315 | 496 | 3253 | 370 | 128 | 498 | 390 | 340 | 530 | 288 | 166 | 415 | 3125 | 6378 |
| Red W: 73.0/122 | 310 | 345 | 129 | 498 | 370 | 335 | 142 | 275 | 455 | 2859 | 324 | 113 | 448 | 345 | 301 | 490 | 228 | 138 | 370 | 2757 | 5616 |
| Handicap | 17 | 13 | 11 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 9 | 15 | 5 | 8 | 18 | 4 | 14 | 12 | 2 | 16 | 10 | 6 | |||
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
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Photo submitted by davidcarioto on 08/12/2025
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Photo submitted by u000003122247 on 01/16/2022
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Photo submitted by u832789635 on 12/01/2021
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Picturesque Photo submitted by James3231349 on 02/15/2020
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Photo submitted by dhMaZYsmjAPhAu1qjxju on 12/02/2019
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Photo submitted by srgolfer24 on 09/18/2017
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bunkers Photo submitted by JacquesVerl on 11/06/2015
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Photo submitted by JacquesVerl on 11/06/2015
Too wet
Course layout and conditioning were great but the course had been heavily watered which produced mud balls on every shot thus making the course that much longer and harder to play
Rental clubs were old with aging grips and the whole set wouldn't sell for more than 300 but they charge 60 usd , which is a real rip off
Bunkers bunkers and more bunkers
Though nice wide fairways it does not mean easy. It’s long and bunkers are strategic and plentiful. 80 I’ve been told to be exact. Couple that with some unfortunate water hazards and you need to be a precise shot maker over 7000 yards. It’s difficult but a lot of fun. Will definitely play again.
Nice course
Everything was great, condition of the course, greens run great and the staff excellent
Only thing was they heavily watered all the landing areas in front of the greens which made it more difficult to score
I recommend playing here
Ok but disappointing
No driving range at 1:30, beverage cart service was good. Overall nothing special, not great for the price. Restaurant closed too. Overall condition was good but had just expected more for $150US.
Decent track.
Tough track. Plenty of water. Beautiful club house. Very friendly staff. Pace not good over five hour round. Not one ball washer had water in it on the entire course. Greens in fair condition. Need a bit more TLC. Surprised at the amount of trash in wooded areas.
Carved from the Jungle
Deep into the jungle but close to airport. Just don’t get on think you’re going to get a enuf reception to get an Uber for the ride back to civilization. Nice layout with wide fairways, water and lots of bunkers. The course, however was way too overwatered especially near the greens where if you hit slightly short, it would just plug your ball. The greens were smooth, but had too many debits from balls plugging. So my advices don’t water so much it’s not that hot in January.
Nice Layout
Very forgiving course with wide open fairways
No wifi beyond the clubhouse but I guess this helps you focus on your game instead of your phone 😂
Will play again when I return to Cancun.
El Tinto Hit The Spot
Played this course three times. Discount fee 99US plus 20 for transportation to and from Dreams Natura. Tip not included
Course wants th appearance of a Country Club. Must wear proper golf attire (collared shirt, golf pants/shorts. Very strict on the 4.5-hour tee time. Fines for playing with range balls and fines for driving near the green.
As an avid golfer I do not have a problem with these rules as it keeps away the slow players
However, the condition of the course is not a Country Club feel at this time but does have the potential because its very well designed.
Golf course plays very long as fairways were wet. No roll from Driver. My average drive is 240. My Garmin was telling me 200-205 (no roll out). My first round was from the Blue Tees (6,800) my next two were from the White (6,300). Still needed a wood or hybrid for many approach shots and none of the par fives were reachable in two. Not a complaint, this is the most challenging part of the golf course. Just know that the longer clubs will be used more than 9, PW or GW
Fairways are wide open. Greens are large
Biggest complaint was the poorly maintained bunkers.
Greens, slow, bumpy at times. Could be time of the season, or I'm just not used to Bermuda.
Great service on all three days, After round one we each order a beer in the 19th and the chef gave us complimentary nachos with dip, a shot of one of the owner's brand of premium tequila (bottle sold for $118 US) and his personal spicy olives which were very good (he even gave us a cup full to take back to our wives at the resort). We ordered a second beer.
Great golf brand in the pro shop called Rich B (can't use the full word due to inappropiate language). Bought an RB golf shirt but passed on the tequila since is not my taste.
I found the service to be excellent, but some occasional golfers found the rules unnecessary and over the top. If you want to play in 5 hours or play in a T shirt. You better take a pass no matter what the price.
Overall, I found the course great value at the discounted price. It was great to hit some balls on a championship layout in December 20 minutes from the resort.
This is a great course to play. The condition of the course is outstanding and the staff members. Are very friendly
First Time at El Tinto
I played 27 holes while I was in Cancun on an anniversary trip. My first day, I only played 9 holes because I was stuck behind four 4-somes. Not a great situation. My second day, I grabbed the first tee time and flew through the 18 holes. It's a nice track! I'd play it again. The small basket of balls they give you to warmup is not great. The basket is a combo of range balls and lost balls from the course. Don't expect to get a good warmup session, but the course is great. All of the staff members are also very, very nice!!
Very nice/generous course
The course layout is pretty wide open, although there is some water and the jungle can occasionally attract your ball. The sand in the traps was nice and fluffy. The course is near the airport, so no ocean views, but it is still a nice course.
2nd time playing this course. Still no complaints. The greens were rolling baby. Fairways were good as well.. some bunkers needed a little TLC.. overall great course for all levels of golfers
Pro playing conditions
A real fun track with large fairways and speedy greens. We really enjoyed our time there
Challenging and FUN course.
No issues using GolfNow Hot Deal. Check in was simple enough. You get a small bucket of old practice balls. Practice area in great shape and putting area was great. Our 4some played in 4 hours 45 minutes. The course is challenging from the blue tees(6740 yards). Most fairways are wide open so the challenge is when you approach the greens as they are well protected. Greens in great shape just wish players would repair their divots on the greens. Same with bunkers some players are too lazy to rake the bunkers. Carts aren’t that great but at least you get 2 bottles of water and ice. Please tip the guy that cleans your shoes and clubs! Looking forward to playing this course again it’s a great deal if you can get a GolfPass deal.
A very nice course
This was my first round of the year, (Canadian Snowbird) , haven't swung a club in nearly 4 months. The course is very well laid out and challenges you to be smart at times. The course was a little damp from all the rain that occurred in the last week I was told, but overall in great shape. I would definitely play this course again.
Faulty cart
I had to switch out my cart after 9. Dying.. no water in the ponds, not that I need it. For $240, the course should be pristine, and it wasn't. Better cart with gps.