100 Terranea Way, Rancho Palos Verdes, California 90275, US
(855) 938-4047
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About Terranea Resort

Terranea Resort mixes the beauty of California's Pacific coastline with luxurious resort amenities. The Mediterranean-inspired resort, home to 582 rooms and suites, including casitas and villas, debuted in June 2009. Its menus, spa and fitness programs are wellness focused. Four pools and a kids club attract families. The nine-hole, par-3 course delivers more ocean views.

Facts

Price Range$$$$
Property Class★★★★★
Acres102
Year Opened2009
Number of Units300-500

Amenities

RestaurantsCasual, Fine
Room TypesRoom, Suite
Short CourseYes
TennisYes
Fitness CenterYes
Practice FacilityYes
Beach AccessYes
Golf School/AcademyYes
Banquet SpaceYes
SpaYes

Services

Kids ProgramYes
Room ServiceYes
ConciergeYes

Rules

Is the resort pet friendly?Yes
Is resort stay required for a tee time?No
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June 1, 2021
James Davis visits the Rancho Palos Verdes hidden gem, Terranea, where he engages in some friendly competition with the “Sklar Brothers” comedy duo, and ends up learning more about falconry than he bargained for.

Golf courses at Terranea Resort

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4.5
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5.0
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Links @ Terranea

Walked the Blacks (1239) using the remaining tee times on my Forelinx membership. The weather was beautiful, clear, ranging from almost still, to breezy to windy at times. Played 18 holes in 2H, 15m walking in the morning, so the POP was excellent.

I used a different club on 3 of the 9 holes the 2nd time through because of the changing conditions. Most holes have elevation changes and the prevailing ocean wind make this course more challenging that the yardage would initially indicate. The holes range from 104 to 173 yards from the back tees. I used everything from a 6 iron to a Sand Wedge off the tee.

The tees were generally good, fairly lush with most divots freshly repaired.

Although the fairways and rough do not really come into play much since this is a par 3 course, they were both very lush.

The sand traps were very nicely maintained with nice quality sand. More traps that you would expect on a fairly short, 9 hole par 3 course.

The greens were smooth and putted medium fast. Firm but still receptive to well struck iron shots. Not many straight putts on these greens.

They have a very nice chipping and pitching green in addition to the large practice putting green that was very reflective of the greens on the course. No driving range, they have nets for you to warm up in. The Clubhouse/Pro Shop is in a trailer but well stocked and very functional.

The Customer Service from everyone was excellent. The damage from a hydraulic leak on the 5th green has been repaired and is healing nicely, should be back to excellent in 10-14 days. Tremendous views & excellent course conditions make this a very fun par 3 course. Will definitely play here again. Recommended highly.

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Walked

A great place to play!

Absolutely loved this course. I felt $8.00 dollars to rent a pull cart was outrageous and would suggest bringing a lightweight bag. No point in playing anything but the back tees for anyone who has swung a club before. The one thing it lacks is the ability to warm up into, at least a net. That way your not warming up on the first couple of holes. Greens are predictable, well cared for. I'd definitely play here again. Played with my son, who said afterwards that "it's the most fun day, we ever had on a golf course" To me, that's priceless!

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 15
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Walked

Fun course...slower than it should be

This a fun little par 3 that everyone should play if they have the chance. Constant ocean views, very nice staff and some wicked greens. Unfortunately, we got stuck behind a "date" and boy did it take a long time to play a short course. I'm all for enjoying the view, but wow, maybe you want to let some people pass while during the courtship! I have to imagine most days are probably like this given how busy it was by the time we left.

Again, great course, just wish it wasn't quite so slow relative to the course setup.

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

My new fav

Great views, great people, great price on golfnow.com worth the drive.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Walked

Great Place

It was our first time playing this course and going to this resort. This place was great. Can't wait to go back and play it again!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

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Not worth the expensive price. But if you can find a deal online it's worth it. Great views great course condition. Great work for your short game.

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Walked

Bobby welcomed us and got us started, great service

If it's a hot day bring water, no trees until the last hole!
Gorgeous little course, ocean views, beautifully landscaped, well kept. I will be back !

Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Walked

A challenge

Course was more difficult than I expected. Very hard to get the ball to stay on the green. Beautiful views of the Pacific.

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Walked

good course

Fabulous scenery and course are enough to attract not only player, but also two ladies in my family.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Walked

Playable,well designed,greens great shape,.

Directional sides posting course number to next hole . Easy to" walk past" proper next hole.

Lot of fun ,enjoyable would replay.!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 768
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Golf Advisor
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Fun and fast

As par-3s go, it doesn't get much better than this linksy layout. Ocean views accompany you throughout the round. Unfortunately, so does the ocean breezes that make shot-making and club selection difficult. The greens and their surrounds are well designed to challenge better players but allow beginners an avenue of escape. Golfers always finish in under two hours, leaving enough time to enjoy the rest of the resort's five-star offerings. PGA pros have a cool short-game practice area and three indoor simulators to help you with your game.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 41
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Fair weather
Walked

THIS IS A GREAT LAY-OUT.

WE HAD A BALL, THE LADIES LIKE THE COURSE BECAUSE OF THE GREAT VIEWS. MY WIFE HAD ONE OF HER BEST ROUNDS, SHE SHOT A 38 ON A PAR 27. WAY TO SCORE!!!!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap Don't know
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Walked

Gorgeous suround

The peaceful atmosphere at this resort recreational golf course has a breath taking view and the fresh ocean breeze where you can forget everything else for an hour & half of your day.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap Don't know
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Walked

Refreshing 9 hole course

Terranea was a nice departure from other 9 hole courses. The ocean vista was a definite plus. The bunker laden course provided challenging play. Excellent signage.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Fair weather
Walked

Scenic plus

Great location, scenic views. Course maintained very well but greens were aerated recently. 16 mph wind increased the difficulty. The 30 min. tee spacing allowed our threesome to play at a relaxed pace without anyone ahead or behind us.

Conditions Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap Don't know
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Average weather
Walked

SCENERY JUST AWESOME!

Played with my sister, first time for both of us! Experience was great; course very challenging, and scenery was just awesome! Would definitely play again and recommend to friends!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 25+
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Walked

Spectacular Views

Great 9 hole with amazing views. Customer service was ridiculously good and the course was in perfect condition (rained for 2 days the week before). Def worth the money and a must do!!!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Walked

Great TIme

Fun course with great views. Lots of tee options make it playable for all. Non-golfers can walk along for $10

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Walked

DrTran

Great for your short game. The resort is great to spend time after golfing--enjoying the scene at Nelson's.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 28
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Very Challenging Par 3 Course

My group played Terranea for the first time. It was the most challenging Par 3 course that I have played. If you don't have time to play a 18 hole golf course. This is an idea place to play.
Layout was great. All the holes are challenging. We had a great time at this little nice get away. Beautiful scenery throughout the course. We played all 9 holes in about 1 hour and 15 minutes. I will be back to play again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
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