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4.4
1223 Reviews (1223)
5 Stars
590
4 Stars
510
3 Stars
92
2 Stars
17
1 Stars
14
Conditions
4.5
Value
4.5
Layout
4.3
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
3.9
Amenities
4.1
95.4%
Recommend this course
1178 out of 1223 reviews
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4.5
29 Reviews (29)
5 Stars
16
4 Stars
11
3 Stars
2
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.5
Value
4.6
Layout
4.4
Pace
3.9
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.7
96.6%
Recommend this course
28 out of 29 reviews
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4.5
71 Reviews (71)
5 Stars
42
4 Stars
23
3 Stars
4
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.6
Value
4.6
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.0
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.6
95.8%
Recommend this course
68 out of 71 reviews
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Course Highlights
Consistently well-maintained fairways and fast greens make this course a reliable choice for golfers seeking excellent conditions. The layout offers enough challenge to keep rounds engaging, all at a price that delivers strong value.

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Holes 18
Type Public/Military
Par 69
Length 5629 yards
Slope 114
Rating 66.9
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Course Details

Year Built 1963
Fairways Rye Grass
Greens T-1 Bent Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Robert Muir Graves (1963) Marc Messier (2009) Kevin Tucker (2009)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - $15
GPS Yes
Pull-carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

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

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes

Food & Beverage

Bar, Grill

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Lounge, Meeting Facilities
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Reviews

4.4
1223 Reviews (1223)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 65
Patio Dining 32
Brunch 24
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 56
Water Hazards 56
Undulating Greens 42
This course/club is great for:
Locals 90
Walkers 90
Seniors 84
This Course's Location is:
Near the Airport 91
Convenient to the City 90
Near Local Attractions 57

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Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

very nice course with great greens

really nice layout , fairways and greens in excellent condition, weather was perfect

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 09/20/2017:
Hello 71calvet75, thank you for the five-star review! We are glad you enjoyed our course layout and playing conditions! Thank you for playing Monterey Pines Golf Club and we hope to see you again soon.
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Response from on 09/19/2017:
Hello, thank you for the five-star review. We are glad you enjoyed our green speeds and conditions! Thank you for playing Monterey Pines Golf Club and we hope to see you again soon!
Played On
Reviews 78
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Walked
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Fair
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Response from on 09/19/2017:
Hello, thank you for the five-star review. We are glad you enjoyed our pace of play and course conditions. Thank you for playing Monterey Pines Golf Club and we hope to see you again soon!
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great course for the price.

We enjoy this course very much! Greens and fairways in good condition. Nice variety of short and long holes. Good size putting green in great shape. Challenging but fun! We play this course every time we're in the Monterey area.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Response from on 09/19/2017:
Hello Bob4113297, thank you for the five-star review! We are glad you enjoyed our layout and course conditions. Thank you for playing Monterey Pines Golf Club and we hope to see you again soon!
Played On
Reviews 14
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Great experience

As usual great day at the Pines! My only negative observation is as follows. We had a two-some at a Golf Now rate, my usual method of booking. At the last minute another buddy wanted to play. About 15 minutes before our tee time I called Golf Now to add the other player, they called the course to see if the addition could be added at the discounted price and was denied the cheaper price. Two observations here: An opportunity for the course to earn some good will was squandered for a few bucks. Secondly, the inability of the course to extend what amounted to $10 or $12 discount will in the long run cost them much more than that because If the number of players in my group is questionable, I will book my times elsewhere.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 09/19/2017:
Hello holmes2212, thank you for the four-star review. We are glad you had a great day golfing at Monterey Pines Golf Club. We also would like to apologize for not being able to accommodate the discounted online rate in the pro shop and we appreciate your feedback about our operation. Thank you for playing Monterey Pines Golf Club.
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

A nice course

I've played many courses around the country and this one is good to play as you prepare for more difficult levels of play.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 09/18/2017:
Hello harry216, thank you for the four-star review. We are glad you enjoyed our course layout and found our staff friendly. Thank you for playing Monterey Pines Golf Club and we hope to see you again soon!
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Response from on 09/18/2017:
Hello ThomasHerlihy, thank you for the four-star review. We are glad you enjoyed our course conditions and pace of play. Thank you for playing Monterey Pines Golf Club and we hope to see you again soon!
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

good shape since remodel

had a great round, may partner shot his age, 81. I had an 83, three year off of my age. Now you don't see players shooting their age every day!

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Response from on 09/26/2017:
Hello, thank you for the five-star review! We are excited to hear about you and your partner's great scores! Great playing! Thank you for playing Monterey Pines Golf Club and we hope to see you again soon!
Played On
Reviews 19
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

Well conditioned golf course

Don't let the yardage fool you. This course has some great quality holes, and is always kept in excellent condition. Definitely worth playing.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 09/14/2017:
Hello hyegolfdog, thank you for the five-star review! We are glad you enjoyed our layout and course conditions; we strive to be one of the best golf courses in the Monterey area. Thank you for playing Monterey Pines Golf Club and we hope to see you again soon!
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Short but Challangeing.

Executive style course with some fun obstacles to hit around. The driver is less important at this course. Go for a personal record score!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Response from on 09/13/2017:
Hello donald1797750, thank you for the four-star review. We are glad you enjoyed our course layout and playing conditions. Thank you for playing Monterey Pines Golf Club and we hope to see you again soon!
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Zzzzzzzzzzzz

While the fairways and greens were in very good condition, I found this course to be just plain boring. Play was slow too. The most interesting part of the course is watching the constant stream of private jets fly overhead. I was so unimpressed that I left after the 13th hole (close to parking lot ;-). While it's tough to beat $40/round in Monterey, I should have played Pacific Grove instead for $65.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Poor
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Response from on 09/12/2017:
Hello dtparr, thank you for taking the time to write us a review. We are sorry to hear about the slow pace of play but we are glad you enjoyed our course conditions. Thank you for playing Monterey Pines Golf Club and we hope to earn your business again.
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great little course!

Want to have fun? Want to get a great value? Play Monterey pines!!!!!!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Response from on 09/11/2017:
Hello, thank you for the five-star review! We are glad you enjoyed our pace of play and course conditions. Thank you for playing Monterey Pines Golf Club and we hope to see you again soon.
Played On
Reviews 13
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great Course

We love playing Monterey Pines, they have work hard to maintain. Very good condition now.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Response from on 09/08/2017:
Hello, thank you for the five-star review. We are glad to hear that you love playing our course! Thank you for playing Monterey Pines Golf Club and we hope to see you again soon.
Played On
Reviews 76
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Beautiful fairways and greens but loud planes above

Wow the condition of this course is impressive. Its a short easy course. But I was here during car week and that gave a unique challenge. Planes were taking off every few minutes plus an auction was underway nearby and they messed with my swing more times than I wanted. Tee at hole 12 is under repair and a few other so the white tees were moved to the reds which I did not appreciate. But overall a fun day at the golf course!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Response from on 09/08/2017:
Hello filamgolfaddict, thank you for taking the time to write a review about our course. We are glad to hear you had an enjoyable day at Monterey Pines Golf Club! Thank you for your business and we hope to see you again soon.
Played On
Reviews 21
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Great Again

I play Monterey pines fairly often because it is a great course, pace of play is fantastic, and reasonably priced and today was no exception.

The fairways and tees were well manicured, the greens were rolling smoothly. The bunkers had nice fluffy sand and the rough was high but not too penalizing.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Walked

The best deal on the Monterey Peninsula. Great walking course

I always walk on this golf course. It is not very long and fairly flat. The course was renovated several years ago and the redesign was excellent. The course is well maintained and the greens are in great shape, smooth and fast.The best deal on the Monterey Peninsula where there are many top ranked courses.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Response from on 09/07/2017:
Hello Hiroshi2012, thank you for the five-star review. We are glad you had an excellent experience at Monterey Pines Golf Club! Thank you for your business and we hope to see you again soon.
Played On
Reviews 14
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Great option for all golfers

No frills. Just the basics. Short course. Par 69. Very low slope/course rating. But still enjoyable for a skilled golfer. You'll hit irons/hybrids off the tee on several par fours. And there are some very short par threes. But the course still has some teeth. Water and OB can get you and always keep the round interesting. Wind off the bay will add to the challenge as well.

But most importantly: Monterey Pines is affordable for all. It is walker friendly. It accommodates all skill levels and welcomes all comers. It's great for ladies and juniors. It offers nine hole rates. These are all attributes that are solely lacking in public golf today. Places like the Pines help keep the game of golf alive and well.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Response from on 09/07/2017:
Hello Taranbh, thank you for the four-star review. We are glad you had an excellent experience at Monterey Pines Golf Club. Thank you for your business and we hope to see you again soon.
Played On
Reviews 12
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

This greens are I. Great shape

We enjoyed the Pines Golf Course. The staff was friendly & the Starter ( Bill ) gave us info on the course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 09/06/2017:
Hello Aron2048817, thank you for the four-star review. We are glad you enjoyed our course conditions and found our staff friendly. Thank you for playing Monterey Pines Golf Club and we hope to see you again soon.
Played On
Reviews 14
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

We are very fortunate to have this course to play!

From the tree-lined entry way, friendly staff who greet everyone, reasonable greens fees and variety of merchandise available, my favorite course.

Bring all your shots because you will need them. Hard to believe a public course has such great greens, always.

The driving range, practice bunker, and pitching area are well maintained and help with sharpening your game. A trip to the Peninsula is not complete without a round at the Pines! Oh, the restaurant has the absolute BEST hot dogs!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 09/05/2017:
Hello holmes2212, thank you for the five-star review! We are glad you had an excellent experience at Monterey Pines Golf Club. Thank you for your business and we hope to see you again soon!
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Previously Played

Front nine in better shape than the back but a fun course

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Response from on 08/31/2017:
Hello thegambozo, thank you for taking the time to review our course. We are glad you enjoyed our pace of play and course layout. Thank you for playing Monterey Pines Golf Club and we hope to see you again soon.
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