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 5
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Great golf course

This is the first time I have played this course, the weather was perfect and the course was in great condition.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 3.0
Difficulty 4.0
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Enjoyed Kiva Dunes

Course was in very good shape & challenging. Very attractive course and surroundings. Only issue: NO hole layouts unless you purchase course book so hidden traps and water were surprises. Even a basic layout on score card would be appreciated. Price per player includes sales tax & fee.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 4.0
Review 1
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Big greens

Beautiful course. Plenty of challenges with water and sand. Fairways and greens in great condition. Friendly staff.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Cold weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 4.0
Reviews 2
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

course was nice would play again. staff was frendly

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Wet weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 4.0
Reviews 3
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Must Play

Course was in excellent condition for winter season. Must play if in the area. Staff is awesome!!!!

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 4.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 4.0
Reviews 5
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Cuz at Kiva

Excellent conditions especially for this time of year. Should be on your list if in the area.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
Difficulty 4.0
Reviews 11
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Great course

Beautiful golf course. High handicappers will struggle a bit with all of the sand and water on the course. Course was in pristine condition. Fairways were like hitting off of carpet. Bunkers had beautiful white sand. Not much bad to say about this course.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 3.0
Reviews 20
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Hidden Jewel

The course was simply A-maz-ing! Love the layout and the greens condition was superb. A must play if you live/ visit on the Gulf Coast. The views are truly breathtaking. Kudos to the excellent staff!

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 7
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Great course

I would play this course again,very good test of golf,the greens can be 2clubs difference from front to back,lots of undulation in them.the course was in excellent shape,

Verified Purchaser
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 24
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Kiva

All things were excellent. Worth the money

Verified Purchaser
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
Review 1
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

The best on the coast and probably the state of Alabama!!!!

Kiva Dunes is by far the best course we play - we play there often! This golf course always gives you a different look because of the changing weather conditions. It is both fun and challenging to play.

The renovations to the course in 2015 are awesome and the course is always in fantastic condition. The staff from the cart attendants, the restaurant staff to the Pro Shop are always welcoming and just the best a guest could hope for. They create a great experience each time we play.

If you have not visited our area and played Kiva Dunes you need to put it on your itinerary soon - you will not regret it. Kiva Dunes is simply the best!!!!!

Previously Played
Excellent 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 5.0
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Great staff. Great course

The course was in excellent shape. Every hole had something unique. The staff was excellent and explained the course very well prior to teeing off. They definitely saved me a few strokes on tee shots I would have hit out of bounds. I really liked the card they gave out showing yardages and the hole layouts. Best course in the area that I've played.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 3.0
Reviews 20
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Challenging layout with wind

Arrived at course about an hour early, was checked in

and met by attendant who provided range balls and directions. Starter came by range and sent me out early because it was a slow day. Course was in great shape from tee box to the green. Also played fast since I was a single (3 hours).

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 4.0
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played

Excellent course with friendly staff!

Kiva Dunes is a true gem on the Gulf Coast. Beautiful course, friendly pro shop staff, tasty food and an outstanding maintenance crew make this a must play when you are in the area! With last year's renovation, Kiva Dunes is even better than before. I grew up playing this course and I'm proud to have a top-notch course like this in my hometown. You will not regret giving Kiva Dunes a try... I recommend this course to every golfer I meet!

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 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Incredible layout and conditions

I've played Kiva several times. It never disappoints. Impeccably maintained and terrific layout. Food in the clubhouse and on-course beverages make it a great experience all the way around.

Previously Played
Excellent 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
Review 1
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Best course in the Gulf Shores area

No doubt this is the best course in the Gulf Shores area. Manicured at top-shelf standard. Superb greens. Just the best there is. Always look forward to playing every year when I'm down that way. The recent renovations make it the best of the best. Looking forward to my next trip down.

Previously Played
Excellent 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 2
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Best Course on Gulf Coast

Great layout and very well manicured. Changing wind conditions make it extremely enjoyable to play multiple times. Excellent accommodations along 18th hole for those staying on-site. Staff and menu make breakfast, lunch and 19th hole another big plus at this must play destination.

Previously Played
Excellent 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 5.0
Reviews 2
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Great links style course

Kiva Dunes is a great layout. The course is challenging and fun to play, especially when you get some wind. The makeover of the bunkers has greatly improved the course.

Previously Played
Excellent 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 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Best course in the Southeast

I am so lucky to be a local to Kiva Dunes .. without a doubt one of the best courses I've played! .. Great staff as well .. if you're ever in the area don't miss the opportunity to play it !

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 Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played

Fantastic course and awesome staff.

From arrival to departure, every aspect of my round was smooth and stress free. The course was immaculate, and the pace of play was perfect. I would recommend this course to anyone and will definitely be back.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
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
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