815 Plantation Road, Gulf Shores, Alabama 36542, US
(251) 540-7000
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About Kiva Dunes

Kiva Dunes Resort is set within a conservation area on the Fort Morgan peninsula minutes from the sugar-white beaches of Gulf Shores. Its vacation rentals range from full homes to fully furnished condos, each allowing guests access to the resort's four pools, two restaurants and private beach. The Kiva Beach Club is home to a salt-water pool and full restaurant service. Massage and yoga services are available. Kiva Dunes, a Jerry Pate design, is considered by many Alabama's No. 1 public course.

Facts

Price Range$$$
Property Class★★★★
Year Opened1995
Number of Units100-300

Amenities & Services

RestaurantsBar, Casual
Room TypesFractional Ownership
TennisYes
Fitness CenterYes
Practice FacilityYes
Beach AccessYes
Banquet SpaceYes

Rules

Is the resort pet friendly?No
Is resort stay required for a tee time?No

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Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars
743 Reviews (743)
Reviews 11
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Kiva worth the drive

Kiva Dunes is a bit of a drive down Ft Morgan road. But I think that is what makes it a great place to play. It's a neat location on the peninsula, the train is a little different than most, and there always seems to be a nice warm golf breeze. Very well manicured course and definitely one you should play if you're in the area.

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Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
Recommended
Played

Good day

Had a great round with good friends. Love Kiva Dunes. Starter was very friendly and got us on the course in a manner where we never had to wait and no one waited on us. Very enjoyable day.

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Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 4.0
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 3.0
Review 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

This course is a great layout.

Very nice practice facilities, greens were really good. You can make the course as hard as you want with the different sets of tees. Really enjoyed the round.

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First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
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Previously Played
1.0
1.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 1.0
Value 1.0
Layout 1.0
Friendliness 1.0
Pace 1.0
Amenities 1.0
Reviews 3
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
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First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
Recommended
Played
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First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 3
Recommended
Played

Man

This was an excellent experience. The beer carts girl was on point and the starter guy was the best ever. Can't wait to play again

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First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Awesome Course!

We visit Gulf Shores every year. Haven't played here for several years. Glad we did play! Course is in the best shape I've ever played it!

The Marshal greeted us with tips about the course and gave us a complimentary yardage book!

Can't beat the rates through Golf Now website.

Will be back.

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Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 34
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Wonderful experience

As first-timers playing the course, it was slightly difficult maneuvering around. No course map on the card. The staff were excellent and very helpful. Bunkers in great condition. Fairways were like carpet. Green very challenging, large with relentless slope and undulations. Overall, a wonderful experience. Not to be missed.

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First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Reviews 10
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Very Nice!!

The course was in outstanding condition, though the greens were very fast and not always true, they were in great condition. You have to hit your targets on this course and if it is windy, which it definitely can be since it sits between the gulf and the bay, you really need to hit your targets. The course is not super long and a couple of the par 5's can be reached in 2 from the whites and if you hit long, a couple of the par 4's are drivable. Staff was outstanding and pace of play was unusually good for this area. All in all a very nice day out.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
Difficulty 4.0
Reviews 5
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Pristine course

This is a top notch course. From the range to having bag drop person clean your clubs at the end of the round while at your car, this course has it all. The fairways were in immaculate condition. The greens were very fast and rolled true, although were very firm so the ball did not bite too well...even with high approach iron shots. The undulating greens and layout of course was a real treat. If you're looking for a 5 star course and willing to pay what it's worth, highly recommend Kiva Dunes.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 4.0
Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Exemplary course

Pristine golf course. I am amazed that it wasn't booked all day. The ter boxes and fairways were immaculate. The rough was even in great shape. The greens were hard but beautiful so make sure you plan it to roll out even with premium balls. Every hole is challenging. Water is in sneaky places so be careful. The starter was very friendly and even gave me a yardage book (a must have on this course.). Very fun course and even has a driveable par 4. A must play at any price.

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First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 12
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Excellent Course!

I really enjoyed this course! I was greeted, given a free ball and allowed to play a little earlier then scheduled. Only drawback is the Ukrainian woman who wouldn't give me my change, you physically had to ask for it back from her. If the beer was $3.50 and you gave her a $5 she wouldn't even make an effort to give you change?! I probably will give her the $1.50 but I like to feel like I have the option to do so. That is unethical behavior and really has no place on a golf course. Otherwise she was a very nice woman.

Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 4.0
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Challenging greens

The course was in good shape. We arrived early to warm up and was able to tee off half an hour early. The greens were very hard. We were told that the greens were new and weren't holding very well. Boy were they right! Good shots ran off the back of the green. Couldn't hit it high enough to hold and my normal shots that check wouldn't hold either. Had to start running everything up to the green. Overall it was a great day of golf.

First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Friendly staff. The starter we met was very friendly and helpful. The course was is good condition. Beware of tall grasses! Snakes like to hide there, dang near gave me a heart attack. Greens were really nice and rolled true. We will definitely play again when we are in the area.

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First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Kiva rocks

Just an awesome place to golf all the way around !!!!

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Review 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Nice course. Very windy but course was fair. Greens were hard and it was a challenge holding the greens. Putted true. Being from the north I am use to bent grass.

First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 4.0
Reviews 18
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

March Golf

For early March course was in great condition. Greens were consistent and well maintained. Tee boxes and fairways were also excellent. The Whites are fun to play from but go out further and it becomes a great challenge. Driving range and practice greens great and easy to get to.

Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 4.0
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