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Alisal Guest Ranch and Resort

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509 Reviews
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1054 Alisal Road, Solvang, California 93463, US
(805) 693-4208
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About Alisal Guest Ranch and Resort

Get a taste of an Old West dude ranch with the comforts of a golf resort at the Alisal Guest Ranch and Resort. This 10,000-acre ranch is tucked into the Santa Ynez Valley 30 minutes north of Santa Barbara. It is home to 50 miles of riding trails, a 100-acre spring-fed lake, two courses, tennis courts, pool, spa and fine dining. Just minutes away are more than 75 vineyards/wineries and the Danish village of Solvang. 

Facts

Price Range$$, $$$
Property Class★★★★
Acres10000
Year Opened1946
Number of UnitsLess than 100

Amenities

RestaurantsFine, Casual, Bar
Room TypesSuite
TennisYes
Fitness CenterYes
Practice FacilityYes
Golf School/AcademyYes
Banquet SpaceYes
SpaYes

Services

Kids ProgramYes
Room ServiceYes
ConciergeYes

Rules

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

Golf courses at Alisal Guest Ranch and Resort

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4.5 out of 5 stars
509 Reviews (509)
River Course at Alisal
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irondrivealex805
Review 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
First Time Playing
Hot 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 5.0
Difficulty 3.0
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u000005190939
Reviews 6
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
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ird123
Reviews 27
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
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
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mwc8388
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 3.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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ird123
Reviews 27
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
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
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u314163901930
Reviews 3
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
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
River Course at Alisal
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ird123
Reviews 27
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

River Course

The greens were in great condition! The course layout was fun.

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
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u008445447
Reviews 2
Handicap Don't know
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 3.0
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mwc8388
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Played

Ok course

Not challenging, pretty flat. Early morning would be very very wet. Ok course if you are in the area. Expensive but don’t think it’s worth it. The view is nice but that’s about it.

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First Time Playing
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 2.0
Value 1.0
Layout 2.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 3.0
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SinkingSwimmer
Reviews 11
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Solvang getaway

I’ve been going to Solvang for years and didn’t realize they had a course 3 min from the windmill.

This course was great, the pro shop took good care of me. The first tee is a great top of the hill shot that plays well for a slice like i was having this day.

9th par 3 has a vineyard to your right that makes taking in the whole experience amazing. Highly recommend this course.

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
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gc1736559740
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Great staff

Colin and Jeff in the Pro Shop are friendly, welcoming, and professional.

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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
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journaljim
Reviews 15
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect 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 5.0
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u4605245
Reviews 7
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
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u314163910826
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

The River

Love this course/food & drinks are excellent. Staff exceptional.

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
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52Justin
Reviews 45
Skill Intermediate
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
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u314162053591
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played

Great Day for Golf

We had a great time at this course. Staff were helpful and friendly. Pace of play was perfect, we waited on tee box only a couple times for just a couple minutes. Fairways were a little hairy, but clean. Greens similarly slow, but in good shape. Thanks, will come play again!

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First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
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blakerundquist
Reviews 20
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
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 5.0
Amenities 4.0
River Course at Alisal
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52Justin
Reviews 45
Skill Intermediate
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
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mgonzal1992
Review 1
Recommended
Played

Fair course

Great course to do a round. All holes are fair but on the less challenging side. 3 beautiful landscapes with a lake.

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First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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u314161246152
Reviews 30
Skill Beginner
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
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