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4.5
1118 Reviews (1118)
5 Stars
535
4 Stars
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3 Stars
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2 Stars
32
1 Stars
15
Conditions
4.1
Value
4.4
Layout
4.6
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.0
96.3%
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1058 out of 1118 reviews
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4.4
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4.0
Value
4.1
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.2
Amenities
3.1
StaffFriendliness
4.6
90.0%
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18 out of 20 reviews
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4.5
50 Reviews (50)
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4 Stars
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Value
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Layout
4.6
Pace
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Amenities
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StaffFriendliness
4.7
96.0%
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48 out of 50 reviews
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Course Highlights
The back nine along 17 Mile Drive delivers breathtaking Monterey Bay coastline views that make this a must-play destination. Friendly staff, outstanding layout, and exceptional value consistently impress golfers visiting the area.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Style Parkland/Links
Par 70
Length 5727 yards
Slope 113
Rating 67.9

Originally designed by Chandler Egan in 1932, the first nince holes takes you through the forested areas of Pacific Grove. Egan's nine takes you through an inland terrain and reflects much of the charm of an English rural course done in the old style.

The back nine was designed by Jack Neville, the original designer of the Pebble Beach Links. It opened in 1960, and is laid out in true links design over dunesland that approaches the sea.

Over looking the course is the Point Pinos Lighthouse. Built in 1855, it is the longest continuously operating lighthouse in California. It is a historical sentinel and picturesque landmark of the golf course.

A scenic tour of the dramatic coastline provides views of Lover's Point, Point Pinos, Crespi Pond and the natural dunesland at Asilomar. You will be enchanted by the abundance of natural wonders such as the plentiful Pacific Blacktail Deer, seals, sea lions, sea otters, pelicans and gulls.

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Course Details

Year Built 1932
Fairways Kikuyu grass
Greens Kikuyu grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect H. Chandler Egan (1932) Jack Neville (1960)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - $18 - $25
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

Snacks, Restaurant

Available Facilities

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Reviews

4.5
1118 Reviews (1118)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 47
Brunch 27
Patio Dining 25
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 53
Narrow Fairways 34
Elevation Changes 30
This course/club is great for:
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 107
Walkers 76
Locals 74
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 73
Near Local Attractions 65
Convenient to the City 60

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Reviews 11
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart

Perfect Back Nine!

Course was in a very good condition. First 9 holes parkland, back 9 holes typical links golf with great views. Would really recommend and play the course again.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 69
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times 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
Played On
Reviews 36
Handicap 15-19
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Tale of 2 nines

WOW for the back nine, a slice of what Pebble Beach looks like for scenery for which I will never see.

Front nine ordinary at best, play here if you are nearby. I drove 200 miles round-trip just to say I played on the Monterey Peninsula and the back nine made my trip worth it.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 11
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great value for money

Back nine are overwhelming! Typical links golf. Would really recommend.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 100
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Top 250 Contributor
Denver Advisor
First Time Playing

A tale of two nines

This is the value course in the Monterey Peninsula that you have heard of. For me, there are two golf courses. This was once a nine hole course and if it was the back nine, then I wonder why they built the front. If it was the front nine first then they should be commended for building the back.

The back nine is pure fun. There is the usual eye candy, but the holes move in all directions so when there is a wind, you get the joy of seaside golf. This nine is worth the greens fee.

Sometimes you get what you pay for and considering the neighborhood you get more here. Walk if you can. The staff is nice, the food is even 1/2 the price of other courses. The restaurant is scenic and good.

If you are in the area, this is a great place to start. In fact, come early or stay late to enjoy the beaches. As beautiful as 17 mile drive and they are free. Great value all around.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Spring Break 17

Really fun course especially the back 9, along the ocean. Greens were recently punched so the greens were bumpy but in a week it should be perfect.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Very fun course with amazing views! Course was just aerated but was fine. Not too challenging, made it very enjoyable. Will definitely play it again!

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great Ocean View!

This course has becoming one of my favorite golf courses! Great value with the nine holes with ocean view!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap Don't know
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart

great views

The course is fun to play on, the back half has great views. They have new golf carts and great service.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Should be notified on GolfNow that the greens were just aerated. Would have played elsewhere.

Went in for supper after. Were literally ignored. One waiter. We ended up leaving after 20 minutes of sitting at the table while others were struggling to get their orders taken.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 28
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart

no advisory

i was disappointed that an advisory wasn't communicated to the customer. my playing buddy and i were not notified that the greens were being plugged etc. being on a fixed income the $54.00 green fee is a chunk of change for me. if i would have been notified of the course conditions i would not have booked for yesterday and rescheduled for a later date. the most disappointing factor is that you knew when your greens keepers were going to do the work and pacific grove golf links didn't notify the golfers.

Conditions Fair
Value Poor
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

This is the poor man's Pebble Beach! I played my first round of golf here, when I was in high school! 1948! At that time it was 9 holes.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nice layout and pace of play

Back 9 links have fantastic ocean views at very affordable price

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 39
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 182
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 250 Contributor
First Time Playing

Look for other options

Great tradition of the area but for $67 you can get a better golf experience

Conditions Good
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

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My husband and I loved our experience at this golf course Planning on coming back soon

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