Desert Island CC: #18
View of the 18th hole at Desert Island Country Club.
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4.4
1418 Reviews (1418)
5 Stars
745
4 Stars
515
3 Stars
112
2 Stars
32
1 Stars
14
Conditions
4.2
Value
4.3
Layout
4.3
Friendliness
4.8
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.0
90.4%
Recommend this course
1301 out of 1418 reviews
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4.6
85 Reviews (85)
5 Stars
54
4 Stars
29
3 Stars
1
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.7
Value
4.5
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.3
StaffFriendliness
4.8
98.8%
Recommend this course
84 out of 85 reviews
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Average Rating
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4.3
135 Reviews (135)
5 Stars
65
4 Stars
53
3 Stars
10
2 Stars
4
1 Stars
3
Conditions
4.2
Value
4.2
Layout
4.3
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
4.8
89.6%
Recommend this course
121 out of 135 reviews
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Course Highlights
Exceptionally friendly staff consistently go above and beyond to make every round enjoyable at this uncrowded Palm Springs gem. Tree-lined fairways, solid course conditions, and a brisk pace of play deliver strong value for golfers.

About

Holes 18
Type Private/Resort
Style Traditional
Par 72
Length 6716 yards
Slope 128
Rating 71.9

Formerly known as Desert Island Golf & Country Club and The Sinatra Resort & Country Club.

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Course Details

Year Built 1971
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Desmond Muirhead (1971) Walter R. Stewart (1971)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Pull-carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Proper attire is required.

Food & Beverage

Bar, Grill

Available Facilities

Banquet Facilities, Locker Rooms

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Reviews

4.4
1418 Reviews (1418)

What Golfers Are Saying

Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 13
Bunkers 10
Forced Carries 8
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 9
Walkers 9
Locals 8
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 10

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Reviews 19
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing

Great round!

Tee boxes were like hitting from a smooth carpet, fairway grass was great, greens were fast.

Nice round of golf.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 7
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

fun golf course!

the greens were spotty due to some kind of grass kill. Nevertheless, they rolled true, and the main distraction was appearance. Fun to play and we moved around in 4 hours- what could be better?

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 20-24
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 33
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Desert Island -Fun Course

I enjoyed playing Desert Island. The course was in great shape and we played in reasonable time (just under 4 hours).

Greens and fairways were immaculate and rolled an estimated 10-11.. Course set up was fair, unlike some of the other desert courses I played where the greens were 12-13 and the holes were cut on a slope or tiny plateau.

All in all a very enjoyable place to play.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 12
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing

Charming, But We Aged a Year on the Front Nine

My 17-year-old son and I had the chance to play Desert Island Golf Course on March 14, and overall, it was a great experience. The course was in immaculate condition—greens rolled pure, fairways were lush, and the bunkers were well-maintained. It’s clear that the grounds crew takes pride in keeping the course in top shape.

The staff was welcoming and professional. The starter, Allan, was cool and very informative. The layout itself was enjoyable, with a mix of challenging and scorable holes that kept things interesting throughout the round.

The only downside was the pace of play. The front nine dragged foe three hours due to a single player and a young kid ahead of us, with no marshal present to help move things along. That made for a frustrating start, though things improved on the back nine when we slipped ahead at the turn.

Weather-wise, we were unlucky. Warm, cold, windy, gusty—we experienced it all! Made for a tricky round.

Despite the slow front nine, I’d definitely return!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
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 Average
Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart

Good condition but tough greens

The course was in very good condition. The 9 and 18 holes are challenging but fun due to water. The greens were very fast and tough to get used to. The practice greens were fast but not as fast as the greens on the course. I will go back again to give it another go now that I know about the greens.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Terrific day on the course

The course was in great condition, Allan, the starter, is friendly and knowledgeable, and the pro shop and cart attendant’s are wonderful and helpful.,

We were paired with artworks guys from TX, and it was a lovely day all round. Only lost two balls. 🤣

Very happy and will return soon.

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Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 26
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great Course, Except….

Loved this course. Excellent condition and challenging, except 9th hole which is virtually impossible for the average golfer no matter which tee box you hit from. Have to cross water twice. Really?

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 33
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Near perfect

Fairways are pure, staff are top shelf.

Greens are in a maintenance cycle and Greenside bunkers are a little firm.

Pace of play was excellent.

Will play this course again, and again

Thanks guys

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Fun course

I am a 7 handicap and enjoyed playing this course. First 4 holes are par 4s then gets more interesting. I definitely recommend. Had a 12:40 tee time and finished in 3 hours 15 minutes.

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