Golfing in Monterey

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Golfing in Monterey | World-Class Golf Courses on the Peninsula

The stunning Monterey Peninsula is a top golf destination, offering more world-class golf courses in one area than anywhere else. With breathtaking natural settings and a near-perfect year-round climate, Monterey provides golfers with an unforgettable experience. Stay at De Anza Inn and enjoy convenient access to the area’s best courses, making it easy to plan the ultimate golfing getaway.

Pebble Beach Golf Links at Pebble Beach Resorts
5.5 miles from De Anza Inn

Pebble Beach, is unanimously rated the #1 golf course in the country and its spectacular view of Stillwater Cove never get old for the golfers who frequent it.  In 2019, Pebble Beach celebrated its centennial with its sixth U.S. Open.  Jack Nicklaus, Tom Watson, Tom Kite, Tiger Woods, and Graeme McDowell are just a smattering of the world-renowned golfers who have golfed here.  Holes 4-10 and 17-18 are along the cliffs of Stillwater Cove and Carmel Bay are some of the most challenging and most beautiful the world over.  Pebble Beach Golf Links is definitely a don’t-miss, bucket list course!

Course Details

18 Holes, Par 72, 75.1 Rating, Year round

Pricing

Resort Guests: $575

Non-Resort Guests: $575 + $45 pp cart fee

Caddie Fee: $95 per bag

Single Caddie Fee: $145

Forecaddie: $47.50 pp / 3 player minimum

Rental Clubs: $100 per bag + tax

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Quail Lodge & Golf Club
9.2 miles from DeAnza Inn

Greenskeeper.org has named Quail Lodge & Golf Club as the course with the “Best Playing Conditions” every year since 2016.  This course is known for its playability, pristine conditions and meticulously manicured greens and is perfect for walking golfers of any age or skill.  Nestled near the Carmel River, you will hear the soft murmur of its waters as you play among the rocks and trees of this course.

Course Details

18 Holes, Par 71, 71.3 Rating, Year round

Pricing

$140 per person for 18 holes

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Spyglass Hill Golf Course
7.5 miles from De Anza Inn

Spyglass Hill Golf Course’s name was inspired by the Robert Louis Stevenson novel Treasure Island, and is known as the toughest golf course in Northern California and among some of the most difficult in the world.  To golf here is a true test of one’s golf skills where you will have the chance to use every club in the bag.  

Course Details

18 Holes, Par 72, 75.1 Rating, Year round

Pricing

Resort Guest: $415

Non-Resort Guest: $415 + cart fee

Twilight Resort Guest: $240

Twilight Non-Resort Guest: $240 + cart fee

Cart Fee: $45 per person

Caddie Fee: $95 per bag

Single Caddie Fee: $145

Forecaddie: $47.50 pp / 3 player minimum

Rental Clubs: $100 per bag + tax

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The Club at Crazy Horse Ranch
21.8 miles from De Anza Inn

Formerly known as Salinas Golf & Country Club, The Club at Crazy Horse Ranch has the reputation for being “the friendliest club in the area.”  This 18-hole course originally opened in 1925 with nine holes, making it one of the areas oldest clubs, but do not label them as traditional.  Even though the course may seem a little short at just over 6,200 yards from the back tees, do not underestimate the level of difficulty it holds.  It has a tight layout that requires exceptional accuracy.  There is so much variety here that, like Spyglass Hill, you may find yourself using all the clubs in your bag.  This course rolls across the countryside and includes mature trees and the occasional water hazard, and the final tee is elevated to offer you a magnificent view of the Salinas Valley.

Course Details

18 Holes, Par 72, 70.1 Rating, Year round

Pricing

Prices range from $85 during their “Deal Times” up to $130.

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Carmel Valley Ranch Resort
12.0 miles from De Anza Inn

If you like tactical shots, dramatic elevation changes, and inspiring scenery, then this Pete Dye-designed, bent grass golf course is the place to visit!  Travel + Leisure’s “World’s Best” readers’ survey ranked the Carmel Valley Ranch Resort among the top resort golf courses in the United States, and Golf for Women Magazine places it as one of the Top 100 Women-Friendly Courses in the Country.  After playing a round, stop by their recently renovated clubhouse and enjoy the expansive view while visiting their bar or sitting by the firepits on their patio.

Course Details

18 Holes, Par 70, 70.1 Rating, Year round

Pricing

Outside Guests: $210 for 18 holes / $110 for 9 holes

Resort Guests: $165 for 18 holes / $85 for 9 holes

Twilight Rate (2:00 pm): $115

Junior Rate (under 16): $30

NCGA Rate: $115

Club Rentals (TaylorMade Rocketballz): $75 for 18 holes / $40 for 9 holes

Shoe Rentals: $15

Driving Range: $15

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Del Monte Golf Course
.9 miles from De Anza Inn

Del Monte Golf Course is the oldest golf course in continuous operation west of the Mississippi and has been challenging both professionals and amateurs for more than 120 years with its curving, hilly landscape, tree-lined fairways, and small, well-protected greens.

Course Details

18 Holes, Par 72, 71.6 Rating, Year round

Pricing

Resort Guest: $110 + cart fee

Hyatt Guests: $110 + cart fee

Non-Resort Guest: $110 + cart fee

Twilight Guest: $45 + cart fee

Cart Fee: $25 per person

Pull Cart: $10

Caddie Fee: $95 per bag

Single Caddie Fee: $145

Forecaddie: $47.50 pp / 3 player minimum

Rental Clubs: $65 per bag + tax

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Poppy Hills Golf Course
5.7 miles from De Anza Inn

Poppy Hills Golf Course can be found along 17-Mile-Drive and will be the closest thing to golfing in a national park that one will experience.  This course moves through the beautiful Del Monte Forest in Pebble Beach with its “rustic and rugged experience along the forest floor, through the pine straw and natural sandy areas that weave into each hole.”  Enjoy the amazing ocean views and vistas as you golf this peaceful course.

Course Details

18 Holes, Par 71, 73.0 Rating, Year round

Pricing

NCGA Members

Members:  $85 (Monday-Thursday) / $115 (Friday-Sunday)
NCGA Member Guests: $115 (Monday-Thursday)  / $145 (Friday-Sunday)

NCGA Twilight:  $50 (Monday-Thursday)  / $75 (Friday-Sunday)

Golf Carts:  $25 per rider

Youth (ages 5-18)

Youth on course:  $5 after twilight with a YOC membership

Juniors:  $50 (everyday)

General public

Non-member:  $250

Twilight:  $75 (everyday)

Golf Carts:  $25 per rider

Caddies available upon request

Rental clubs:  $75 for 2019 TaylorMade clubs with 2 sleeves of balls

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Bayonet & Black Horse Golf Courses
5.3 miles from De Anza Inn

After a $13 million renovation in 2008, these two courses reopened with many changes including hole re-routings that revealed new playing options and stunning ocean views.  

Bayonet has narrow playing corridors and is considered the most difficult test of golf on the Monterey Peninsula.  Are you up for the challenge?  It still has quite the bite, but there has been an improvement in its playability and strategic options.  The ninth hole is an excellent example with its “uphill, dogleg right, 476-yard, par 4” challenge.

Black Horse, has slickly contoured greens and distinctive bunkers that can be found along their fairways that include fantastic sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean.

Course Details

18 Holes, Par 72, 73.7 Rating, Year round

Pricing

One round with cart with cart: $190

36-Hole Special (play both courses): $210

1 Foursome of Golf with Cart: $760

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Monterey Pines Golf Club
.8 miles from De Anza Inn

Known locally at “Navy Course” and managed by the Navy Golf Program, this course is open to the public and military personnel and is a great short course that is perfect for the beginning golfer or for an avid golfer looking to build confidence.  This course has several holes that will challenge the best of golfers.  Just looking for some practice and not an entire round of golf?  Then visit their practice facility and try out their driving range or chipping green.

Course Details

18 Holes, Par 69, 66.9 Rating, Year round

Pricing

Weekdays: $18 – $34

Weekends: $20 – $37

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