JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa

The course was in great condition with good pace for 18 holes. Carts were clean and well maintained. Good amount of directions to the tees.

We stayed at the JW Marriott in Desert Springs so that it was very convenient for us to walk over to the course. The day we played the course was very full, however, we finished in less than 4 hours with a foursome, which is always nice. The course was in good shape and they had many many bunkers, so bring your sand game! On the par 3’s, and approaching all greens, it’s very important to have the correct distance. Long is not good. The carts have yardage, so all is well.

First time playing the Palmer course. Did not disappoint. Greens were fast and in great shape. Found a few bunkers and they were in great shape too. Rough was thick and challenging. It’s a beautiful course.

Range was thin, obviously get a lot of play. Range balls were disappointing and extremely used. Staff was friendly, drink prices were fair, pace of play was very good for a Saturday. Greens are the best feature of the Palmer, pleasantly surprised with the speed and condition…well done by the Super and staff. Paid $250ish for the weekend round, certainly about on pace for the price in Scottsdale these days.

Wow, this course was stunning… conditions were some of the best I’ve ever seen. Greens were perfect and ran like GLASS! Good variety amongst the holes, and the course is quite flat. Great views of surrounding mountains and so much wildlife around! Felt like a safari at times, and you really felt like you were on the edge of a desert. Pace of play was quite slow, as you’d expect here at this time of year, so we didn’t manage to get the full 18 in. Still, well worth the money and I’d recommend anyone to play here!

Palmer course was in good shape and weather was spectacular. Teed at 2:40 and just made last hole before darkness.