455 Grand Bay Dr., Key Biscayne, Florida 33149, US
(305) 365-4500
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About The Ritz-Carlton, Key Biscayne

The Ritz-Carlton, Key Biscayne sits in a beautiful and unique location, close enough to Miami to provide guests access to big-city energy and nightlife while also remaining separated enough to make time spent at the resort feel truly relaxing. Golfers who stay here also enjoy easy access to Crandon Golf at Key Biscayne, a spectacular South Florida gem of a golf course.

Facts

Price Range$$$$
Property Class★★★★★
Acres12
Year Opened2001
Number of Units300-500

Amenities

RestaurantsFine, Bar, Casual, Buffet
Room TypesRoom, Suite
TennisYes
Fitness CenterYes
Practice FacilityYes
Beach AccessYes
Banquet SpaceYes
SpaYes

Services

Room ServiceYes
ConciergeYes

Rules

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

Golf courses at The Ritz-Carlton, Key Biscayne

Golfer Photos

Reviews

3.5 out of 5 stars
484 Reviews (484)
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Review 1
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
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played

Great day of golf

Yiu read all these negative reviews. Is the course perfect no but it has a beautiful layout very challenging and just fun to play. Pace was a little slow but still played in 4 hours. A bit expensive but imagine the cost of this location. The staff was amazing very kind every step of the way. I had a great time if you love to have a good time and love golf I recommend highly

First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Review 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

The staff and volunteers are amazingly knowledgeable about golf. However the pace of play when crowded on holidays needs to be addressed.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 5.0
Review 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Played

Horrible condition, terrible value!

I can’t believe people play this course. It’s an absolute dog track and not worth the price. There are more weeds on this course than grass. Do not waste your time or money. I paid for 18 holes and left after 9 because it’s in such horrible condition

First Time Playing
1.0
1.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 1.0
Value 1.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 2.0
Pace 1.0
Amenities 1.0
Reviews 13
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Always a great course and great scenary

Crandon Bay is always worth a visit, at least if you get a good deal ($220 would be way too much, we played at a discounted rate of §135). The entire area is great, the staff very friendly, the amenities good and the course layout a wonderful challenge. Every now and then you get to see crocodiles or gators on the fairways or at the many water hazards. The pace of play with two foursomes ahead of us was a bit slow.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 4.0
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Played

Pace terrible - even on a quiet Wednesday

They do not have rangers managing pace. There were 4 groups on a par 5 at once … then 3 holes clear of them. Really disappointing having to play through on such an expensive tee time. Will not come back. Cannot imagine what this place is like on weekends.

First Time Playing
2.0
2.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 1.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 1.0
Amenities 3.0
Reviews 14
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

You’re paying for the location

Overall I liked this course. Greens were great and the location was great. You get a great view of the city over the bay from hole 18. I usually hate rating a course vs the price, but the reality is it’s not worth $200. And it’s because the fairways are not great. 2-3 different types of grass. Lots of clover. Some fairways were burnt or missing grass. The layout is good, it’s a nice course. I just wouldn’t play it again.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
Difficulty 4.0
Reviews 13
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

“Scenic, Challenging, and a Lot of Fun – A Perfect Day at Crandon Golf!”

My son and I had the pleasure of playing an 18-hole round at Crandon Golf at Key Biscayne, and it was an absolutely unforgettable experience. From the moment we teed off, we knew we were in for something special.

The course is spectacular — lush fairways framed by palm trees, sparkling water hazards, and breathtaking vistas of Biscayne Bay and the Miami skyline. Every hole offered something unique, with just the right mix of challenge and playability to keep things interesting for both seasoned golfers and casual players. Several holes had us thinking strategically, with water coming into play and tight approaches that made us appreciate the course design even more.

We grabbed delicious sandwiches after the 9th hole and enjoyed a quick break before heading back out. The back nine kept the momentum going with more fun and scenic holes, and we genuinely had a blast. It was quality father-son time in one of the most beautiful golf settings we’ve ever played.

The staff was welcoming, the course was in excellent condition, and the overall vibe was relaxed yet classy. If you’re in the Miami area and looking for a world-class public course that offers challenge, beauty, and fun — Crandon Golf is an absolute must-play.

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 7
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Played

Most expensive municipal course in Florida

Very nice layout, but:

- Despite recent renovation, maintenance is poor and the course will likely be the same mess it was before renovation.

- Pace of play is not enforced at all, their benchmark is a ridiculous pace of play on the carts’s GPS.

- Driving range grass was also changed and is super nice, but they don’t allow to hit on the grass. Instead you have to hit on cheap mats over hard concrete that will injure your elbow for sure. Range balls are terrible.

- The check in system is a crap and you’ll spend more time in the pro shop you ever spent before.

- Last but not least, the price is ridiculous for a Municipal Course, I believe it’s the most expensive in the country even comparing to Ryder Cup, Major Championships or PGA Tour Venues like Torrey Pines, Memorial Park or Bethpage

Agree with previous comments, fire the managers!!!

Previously Played
2.0
2.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 2.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 1.0
Amenities 1.0
Review 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 1.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Review 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
1.0
1.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 1.0
Value 1.0
Layout 1.0
Friendliness 1.0
Pace 1.0
Amenities 1.0
Review 1
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 2.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 4.0
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Challenging course

I usually play from the senior tees, but we played the white tees this time of 6500 yds. Alot of right to left holes, and were very tight driving holes. The greens were not very fast, but very firm and hard to hold on approach shots. The fees of over $200 was high for non residents. I had fun, but the challenge of the course requires you to use the correct tees.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 3.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Good course, course was in good condition. Total club house was closed by 5. Had to use the maintenance bathroom when leaving!

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 3.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 1.0
Amenities 1.0
Review 1
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
Reviews 18
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Great golf so close to Downtown Miami

Short drive from downtown for some great golf. Course in great condition for a public course , will plan to return.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Played

FIRE THE MANAGERS!!!

The title says it all. Great piece of land being run into the ground. They keep raising prices and the customer service is horrible and getting worse. 0/100 experience at the restaurant and average of 5/100 in the pro shop. Long lines, low staff, 10-15 minutes each person at the front desk. Front desk guy said the managers are in the back doing nothing. Phones ringing, nobody’s answering. Really disappointing to see what’s happening. Corporate money grab yet again. Start putting the paying customer first. Fire the entire staff and start over. STOP raising prices if you’re not going to raise customer service as well. 🗑️🚮

Previously Played
2.0
2.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 1.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 1.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 1.0
Review 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Very Nice

Worth the drive. Greens, fairways, bunkers and tee boxes were in excellent condition. Took a while to get there and price was a little steep but overall good value and great golf

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
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Twice a year
Recommended
Played

Beautiful course

The layout is still as great as before, but now with brand new tees, greens, bunkers, making the experience even better. 100% recommended

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 3.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
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