Turning Stone Resort Casino

Let me start by saying that Turning Stone is a first rate golf facility. My experience on their other 2 courses were wonderful. Atunyote however was a different story. The Fazio layout is visually spectacular, and while there is some trouble scattered around the course, it is roomy enough to allow a few wayward shots. The issue was the conditioning. I live in upstate NY about 80 miles from Turning Stone. The courses throughout the region are virtually all firm and fast due to a summer of scant rainfall. Atunyote was so wet that it was nearly unplayable. In addition to the par 3's, 6 additional holes were closed to cart traffic because they were so wet. Balls in the fairway were plugging, and staying in awkward lies rather than rolling into a flatter spot. The bunkers were like playing from wet cement. On almost every hole, you were likely to notice water pooling around your feet as you stood over your ball. On a course where the par 4's average 390 from the whites, this made the conditions rather challenging for an aging group of mid handicappers.

If the conditions could be solely attributed to the weather, I would not feel the need to vent about this.

In this instance however, if rain was a contributing factor it was only because the course had been overwatered to begin with.

The most penalizing and poorly designed golf course I’ve ever played. It’s impossible to walk, the routing is horrific creating very long trips between holes and many forced Carries. As Tom Doak once said “a course so contrived and unnatural it may poison one’s mind. Can not recommend playing under any circumstances.”

At least the range is nice and casino so fun…

Perhaps I had overhyped to my playing partners about Atunyote golf course and the incredible venue that it is. But even the best course is only as good as the staff that is employed there, and unfortunately, we encountered apathetic personnel from the bag drop area, the restaurant, and an absolutely nonexistent beverage cart attendant on a sweltering 95 day! I even called the Pro Shop on the 14th tee box to inquire about the beverage cart as we were completely out of any fluids and one member of our golf group was struggling in the heat. I was told to be patient and the beverage cart would be there soon which was totally false. We never, ever saw the beverage cart until we were coming up the 18th fairway and saw it parked on the 1st tee box. Thanks for nothing!

I was not disappointed in the condition, quality or layout of Atunyote golf course but for the significant amount of

money you pay to play here you rightfully expect a higher level of service and that unfortunately was not the case here.

After the Covid break I got back to play Atunyote. Turning Stone is without a doubt still the premier golf destination I visit, and Atunyote is a national gem.. The staff and course always, and continues, to set the standard for a first class golf destination. The course was beyond immaculate and the experience is second to none. The course is high-end yet is a bargain to those in golf havens such as Phoenix, Las Vegas and Florida. The personnel, clubhouses, food, pro-shop, all out-shine any that I have visited before.

For those looking to do a golf trip Turning Stone gets my "Best in Show" with Atunoyte, Kaluhyat and Shenendoah,

Love this course and the Turning Stone treatment. Turning Stone Golf is DEFINITELY the crown jewel of central NY golfing. You cannot be in this area and not try one of these courses it’s an incredible experience.

This got a lot of hype from friends and it was my fav round of golf I have ever played. A lot of fun and open course with challenging Hazards

Course was terrific and very challenging. You will need a lot of different shots to play well. Greens are fast especially down hill and have a few subtle breaks you can not see. Would definitely play again

Great course. Course was in excellent shape. A little pricey (especially for this area), but worth the money. Pace is a little slow for me, but they are making money keeping the course full. Great way to keep the course viable. Defineately would play again, if back in the area.

The experience starts when you get to an amazing gate that opens up and the drive up to the club house. Conditions were top notch and the routing was challenging yet playable. Was there for a bachelor party and the staff really made us feel welcomed. It’s a hefty price tag but for firm and fast greens and powder sand bunkers, you can’t be mad. Also the coolest bev cart I’ve ever seen

Played up here for a bachelor party and this was a course we decided to squeeze in. Boy were we in for it. This course is a beast that won’t give you much chances. We arrived and they were accommodating and helpful. The accommodations were stunning and amazing. The course doesn’t disappoint either. Greens are lightning fast and firm so you need to land it short and run it up. Fairways are narrow and punishing if you miss. The 600 yard par 5 is an 8 waiting to happen. Can’t wait to come back and play the proper tees