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

Golf courses at Kiva Dunes

Golfer Photos

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars
738 Reviews (738)
Reviews 15
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Walked
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 4.0
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Played

This course has potential

Holes were too close together, we felt like we were dodging golf balls. Could do a better job identifying holes

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 2.0
Layout 1.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Reviews 51
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
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 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 4.0
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 40
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Worth the Drive

As always friendly staff excellent service and experience will have great memories at Kiva Dunes

Course was in great shape kudos to the maintenance team members!

Thanks again Steve and Marnie from Washington State

Ps Eat SugarBee apples...I know apples they are the best!

Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Reviews 40
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Top notch!

From the entrance to the Finish this Golf course was Top Notch! Russell, Mike and the entire team members were fantastic...Very friendly and great knowledge of the course

My wife and I played 4 days in a row and really enjoyed the Southern hospitality...

Thank you Steve and Marnie from Washington State

Ps Don't forget to eat SugarBee apples!

Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Reviews 40
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Windy...!

First time playing course and we were not disappointed!

Our game was off but only because it was cold and windy

that happens with spring Golf...Staff was fantastic and very knowledgeable with tips to navigate the course effectively well done to all team members as we enjoyed our experience at Kiva Dunes

Steve and Marnie...Washington State

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
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 4.0
Reviews 17
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
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 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Awesome Day @ Kiva Dunes

Booked at the last minute while vacationing in Orange Beach. Had great weather, staff was super friendly, course was in great shape. The cost was definitely worth it compared to the course we played the day before @ Craft Farms. The Cypress Bend course looked like a distressed Muni in comparision.

Would certianly recommend.

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 3.0
Reviews 41
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

not ready for early tee time

I love the course but warm up is important to me and their range was not ready. I get hitting off of mats this time of year, but the mats were not out nor were the balls. I had about 5 minutes to hit balls before my tee time!

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 4.0
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 17
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
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 5
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

This course if fun to play.

The PRO shop staff were extremely friendly and helpful. They even got us off 45 minutes before our scheduled tee off time. We were going to grab a quick bite to eat in the dining room. That was a mistake! The waitress had an attitude and it took them 30 minutes to prepare a hot dog which was their special. In addition to that the hot dog was over cooked and not good. 2 hot dogs, 2 cokes were $28+ dollars. We ate dinner for less than that. I would recommend the course but not the dining!

First Time Playing
Wet weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 3.0
Difficulty 4.0
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 4.0
Reviews 3
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Great day at Kiva Dunes

I love Kiva Dunes!! Great course and the weather was great as well! A little on the pricey side, but well worth it on a perfect day.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect 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 5.0
Difficulty 4.0
Reviews 21
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
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
T O P 1000
Reviews 76
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Kiva Dunes

A friend and I played Kiva Dunes on 12/04/23. The weather was a little windy on the day we played it and I’m not sure if that is the norm. Lucky we were either against it or it was at our backs. The course itself was in great shape from tee to green. The greens are very large, and some have multi tiers to them. They were firm, fast and rolled true. There are a couple unique features about the course. After completing a hole, the next tees are switchbacks, where you need to turn around to go to the next tee. There were no issues because there were signs, and we were told about it from the starter. The course itself is pretty much in front of you and what you see is what you get once you get ready for your next shot. The course has some risk reward holes, and you can get into trouble with the driver. I learned that on #9, which is a blind tee shot with a lake guarding the green. Water, marsh, and sand traps do come into play. This was my first time playing a Jerry Pate course and look forward to playing other courses of his. The entire staff inside and out were very friendly and professional. If I’m in the area again I would not hesitate to play this course again.

Top 1000 Contributor
First Time Playing
Windy 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 58
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
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 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Windy 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
Difficulty 4.0
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