2001 Old Hwy 395, Fallbrook, California 92028, US
(760) 728-5881
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About Pala Mesa Resort

The ranch-style Pala Mesa Resort in Fallbrook is just minutes away from Temecula wine country. All 132 rooms have either been renovated or will be soon. A heated outdoor pool, four lighted tennis courts and fitness room are available to guests. The golf course starts out narrow but gets more scenic with more elevation changes later in the round.

Facts

Price Range$$, $$$
Property Class★★★
Year Opened1964
Number of Units100-300

Amenities

RestaurantsCasual, Fine
Room TypesRoom
TennisYes
Fitness CenterYes
Practice FacilityYes
Banquet SpaceYes
SpaYes

Services

Room ServiceYes
ConciergeYes

Rules

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

Golf courses at Pala Mesa Resort

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars
1820 Reviews (1820)
Reviews 73
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Played

Nice to Return

Course in good condition, morning proshop guy was excellent getting us out promptly. The afternoon crew was pre-occupied and when asked about a replay they said they didn't have one and it would cost $78 dollars to replay. The nonresident treatment is atrocious.It was nice to play the course again but you can tell its catering to an out dated resort clientele and locals, trying to keep the play down. From the blue tees there were no par 5's over 500 yards (450+). I have nice memories of this course but dont see a reason to come back at the enormous rates they charge nonresidents.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 3.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 4.0
Review 1
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 4.0
Reviews 37
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

GREAT

Course in great shape. Pace was perfect. Price was reasonable.

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

Great hidden gem

The course was in great condition, other than the bunkers being full of water from a rainstorm the day before.

It’s a very tight course so not much room to spray. Hole layouts require all of the shot shapes.

Greens rolled true.

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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 5.0
Reviews 127
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played

Great conditions!

Great conditions, receptive greens, nice uniform rough, overall pretty darn awesome.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Wet weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Difficulty 3.0
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

excellent course

The greens were well maintained. Moderately challenging course layout. The roughs were not too thick making recovery to be moderately challenging.

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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
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once 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 4
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Loved this place!

First time here and we really enjoyed the day. The course is absolutely beautiful and is a decent challenging course. We had 4 of us playing a had to let a few people go ahead of us (one two ball and another 1 ball) but that was not their fault we were playing slower. Just hate feeling people on your tail and both parties let it be known they were "right there". The greens are manicured nicely but do be aware that the grass on the sides of green is long due to the rain and you will definitely lose a few balls right before your very eyes. Hopefully that gets cut shorter as it can end up being a tad costly and frustrating to loose balls so easily. Friendly staff and good food at the restaurant. Will definitely be back!

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First Time Playing
Cold 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 43
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Recommended
Played

Very nice resort course

A little out of the way from San Diego, but a worthwhile visit. After recent rains, the fairways and rough were challenging. The back nine is tough and there are no easy par 3's. Very fun course, though.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
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 5.0
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played

Super friendly staff and a great course

It's not the longest but the rough is there and when it's damp, you'll definitely notice it. Which adds to the h

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Wet 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 3.0
Reviews 12
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Great shape and wide open

After all the rain this course is the greenest I've seen it. There was no one in front or behind us on a Tuesday at 10am.

Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Reviews 34
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

greens a little slow,

pace of play great,under 4 hours,general layout and maintenance very good, value good,Kelow

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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 3.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Played

LOWER YOUR GREEN FEES!

Come on! No twilight rate and you’re charging premium prices for a mid level course?

The staff here is great, but no matter what condition the course is in, you’re not gonna fill your tee sheet at $120 ALL DAY.

If you lower that rate, they will play.

Previously Played
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 1.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 1.0
Reviews 3
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 27
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Beautiful, Well Maintain Course!

Hats off to Chris at the pro shop, super friendly and professional upon arrival.

The course is in OUTSTANDING condition.

The tee box, fairway and greens are above exceptions, especially after all the rains.

All of the bunkers are full on fluffy white sand.

The golf carts are some of the best around; GPS, Music Radio with many channels to choice from, etc.The snack shack host was very nice and makes a great Bloody Mary!

After the game stopped in the restaurant (aquaterra) and was greeted by a wonderful cheery waitress Izzy and than finished up the service with Ariana. If you are a golfer and reading this post, I highly recommend you get out there and experience what all golf course should be aiming for - Well done Pala Mesa!!!

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
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Played

Wayyyy too pricey

This is a muni course cosplaying as an expensive course. Nothing special. Save your money. $40-50 green fee would be more appropriate for this course.

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

Too noisy!

Course was okay but too close to expressway. Traffic was very noisy. Would not play here again for this reason.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 3.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Reviews 5
Handicap 15-19
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Nice track.

I have played this course occasionally when traveling. Booked on Hot Deals. Course was in excellent shape considering all the recent rain. Staff and pace of play was great. Would definately play again even at regular rate.

Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 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 12
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Last day of the trip

We played 4 courses in 4 days, and far and away, Pala Mesa was in the best condition of all the courses. With daily rains during the previous week, we weren't very hopeful of the course being in good condition. To our surprise, considering all the rain we had, it was in VERY GOOD shape. Tee boxes, most fairways and greens were all super playable. Only three holes were CPO. Every employee we spoke with was super helpful and upbeat. Pro shop, snack shack, restaurant and course maintenance folks were all very professional and friendly. I would definitely come play Pala Mesa again!

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Wet weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 3.0
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