Do golf resort deals include green fees?

Most don't include green fees in the promotional rate, but many offer discounted rates for resort guests — typically 20-40% off. Some deals include a complimentary round as a promotional bonus.

What's the cheapest golf vacation destination?

Myrtle Beach offers the best combination of cheap resort deals ($99/night) and affordable golf ($30-80 per round). You can do a week-long golf vacation for under $1,000 total including 4 rounds.

Can non-golfers enjoy golf resort deals?

Absolutely. Most golf resorts have pools, spas, restaurants, and nearby attractions. The resort amenities exist specifically for non-golfing family members and travel companions.

Should I bring my own clubs or rent?

Bring your own if you can. Rental clubs are $40-75 per round and won't be fitted to your swing. If flying, consider shipping clubs ahead via UPS — it's often cheaper than airline bag fees.

What's the best time of year for golf resort deals?

It depends on location. Florida and Southwest are best October-April. Myrtle Beach peaks March-May and September-October. Mountain courses are summer-only and most affordable in September.

Are resort golf courses easier than regular courses?

Not necessarily. Resort courses are designed to be challenging but fair for all skill levels. Many have multiple tee boxes so you can adjust difficulty. Don't let ego make you play from the back tees.

Can I walk the resort courses?

Policies vary. Some resort courses require carts (which are usually included in the green fee). Others allow walking. Mountain courses are typically cart-required due to elevation changes.

Do golf resorts have driving ranges?

Most resort courses have driving ranges, putting greens, and short game practice areas. Some larger resorts have golf academies with professional instruction available for additional fees.

What should I tip at a golf resort?

Tip the bag handler $2-5, the cart attendant $2-3, and your caddie (if applicable) $20-50. Pro shop staff don't typically receive tips. Restaurant tipping follows standard hospitality rules.

Are golf resort deals available for solo travelers?

Some deals accept solo travelers, but most timeshare preview deals require couples. Solo golfers can often find direct resort booking discounts that don't require a presentation.

20 Best Golf Resort Vacation Deals 2026 | Tee Time Savings

I'm a terrible golfer. Like, genuinly awful. My handicap is "everyone has to wait for me." But I love golf resort deals because even bad golfers enjoy beautiful courses, resort pools, and those little carts with the beverage holders. Plus, golf resorts tend to be in gorgeous locations with excellent restaurants. You don't have to break 80 to enjoy a golf vacation deal. Here are 20 that'll make every golfer happy, regardless of skill level. Check our brand deals for more resort options.

1. Marriott's Grande Vista, Orlando — $129/Night for 4 Nights

Two championship courses on-site plus proximity to dozens more in the Orlando area. Grande Vista's Faldo Golf Institute offers lessons if you need them (I needed them). The villas have full kitchens and the resort feels like a luxury golf community. Orlando has over 170 golf courses, so even if the resort courses are booked, options abound.

2. Wyndham Ocean Boulevard, Myrtle Beach — $99/Night for 5 Nights

Myrtle Beach is the "Golf Capital of the World" with over 100 courses within 30 miles. This Wyndham deal puts you oceanfront for under $500/week, leaving plenty of budget for green fees. The Grand Strand has courses at every price point — from $30 afternoon specials to $200 championship experiences.

3. Marriott's Desert Springs Villas, Palm Desert — $129/Night for 4 Nights

Two Ted Robinson championship courses in the California desert. The mountain backdrop makes every hole feel like a postcard. Winter golf here is perfection — sunny, dry, 75 degrees while the rest of the country shovels snow. The resort's gondola rides and spa round out a day when your golf game isn't cooperating.

Pro Tip: Book afternoon tee times for the biggest savings. "Twilight rates" at most resort courses are 30-50% cheaper than morning rates, and you still get 18 holes of golf if you tee off by 1-2pm. The light is actually better for photography too, so your Instagram game improves even if your actual game doesn't.

4. Marriott's Barony Beach Club, Hilton Head — $139/Night for 4 Nights

Hilton Head has 33 championship golf courses on an island that's 12 miles long. Barony Beach gives you oceanfront living with world-class golf minutes away. Harbour Town, home of the RBC Heritage PGA event, is the crown jewel. Discounted green fees for resort guests make an already excellent deal even better.

5. Westin Mission Hills, Palm Springs — $119/Night for 4 Nights

Two Pete Dye and Gary Player championship courses in the desert. The mountain views from every fairway are spectacular. Palm Springs in winter is the golfer's paradise — perfect weather, immaculate courses, and prices that are reasonable by California standards (which admittedly is a low bar). The resort's pool and spa are perfect for post-round recovery.

6. Hyatt Regency Hill Country, San Antonio — $139/Night for 3 Nights

Arthur Hills-designed course winding through Texas Hill Country landscape. The combination of live oaks, rolling terrain, and wildflowers (in spring) makes this one of the most scenic courses in Texas. The resort's lazy river, spa, and restaurants mean your non-golfing travel companions won't be bored.

7. Bluegreen Wilderness Club at Big Cedar, Branson — $99/Night for 4 Nights

Payne's Valley, the first public Tiger Woods-designed course in America, is adjacent to Big Cedar Lodge. The Ozark Mountain setting is breathtaking, and the course is challening but fair. At $99/night for lodging, you can afford the premium green fees and still spend less than a typical golf resort weekend.

Fun Fact: Myrtle Beach has approximately 86 golf courses in a 60-mile stretch of coastline. That's roughly 1.4 golf courses per mile. If you played a different course every day, it would take you nearly 3 months to play them all. Challenge accepted? Probably not, but I respect the ambition.

8. Horseshoe Bay Marriott Resort, Texas Hill Country — $159/Night for 3 Nights

Three championship courses designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr. on Lake LBJ. The Ram Rock course is considered one of the best in Texas. The resort's marina adds boat-based activities between rounds. Texas Hill Country golf is underrated nationally — the terrain, scenery, and course quality rival Scottsdale at half the price.

9. Westgate Park City, Utah — $149/Night for 3 Nights

Mountain golf at 7,000 feet where the ball flies 10% farther. Park City has several excellent courses with mountain scenery that makes concentrating on your swing nearly impossible. In winter, trade the clubs for skis. Westgate's ski-in/ski-out resort transforms seamlessly between golf season and ski season.

10. Marriott's Heritage Club, Hilton Head — $129/Night for 4 Nights

Inside Shipyard Plantation with three on-site courses and access to Hilton Head's 30+ other courses. Heritage Club is slightly more affordable than Barony Beach while still delivering the Lowcountry golf experience. The Spanish moss-draped fairways are hauntingly beautiful, especially in the early morning mist.

11. Wyndham Flagstaff — $109/Night for 3 Nights

Mountain golf in Arizona's ponderosa pine forests. Flagstaff's courses play at altitude with cool temperatures, which is a welcome change from the furnace-like conditions of Phoenix and Scottsdale in summer. The Wyndham deal puts you close to both Flagstaff courses and Sedona's red rock courses, an hour south.

12. Wyndham Durango, Colorado — $109/Night for 4 Nights

Hillcrest Golf Club in Durango is a municipal course with mountain views that rival any private club. The $50 green fee feels like theft when you see the scenery. Durango also has Glacier Club, a members-only course that occasionally offers resort guest access. Mountain golf in Colorado is a different, beautiful game.

Pro Tip: Many golf resort deals don't include green fees, but they do include discounted rates for resort guests — usually 20-40% off rack rate. Always ask at check-in about golf packages and specials. Some resorts run Monday-Thursday golf specials that save even more.

13. Marriott's StreamSide at Vail — $179/Night for 3 Nights

Vail Golf Club is Robert Trent Jones II's masterpiece at 8,200 feet elevation. The mountain scenery is absurd — every hole looks like a painting. Summer golf in Vail is a bucket-list experience for serious golfers. The ball flight at altitude is genuinely thrilling; your drives will go distances you've only dreamed of at sea level.

14. Wyndham Myrtle Beach Seawatch — $109/Night for 5 Nights

Five nights for under $550 in the golf capital of the world. Seawatch's south-end location puts you near the Pawleys Island golf corridor — some of the best and most affordable courses on the Grand Strand. Caledonia Golf & Fish Club, consistently ranked among the top public courses in America, is 15 minutes away.

15. Omni Barton Creek, Austin — $159/Night for 3 Nights

Four championship courses designed by Tom Fazio, Ben Crenshaw, and Arnold Palmer. This is serious golf at a serious resort. The Fazio Foothills course is consistently ranked among the best in Texas. Austin's food and music scene mean your evenings are as good as your days on the course.

16. Marriott's Timber Lodge, Lake Tahoe — $169/Night for 3 Nights

Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course, home of the American Century Celebrity Championship, is nearby. Playing golf with Lake Tahoe's impossibly blue water as your backdrop is a spiritual experience. Summer mornings at altitude are crisp, sunny, and perfect for golf. The Marriott's pool and dining round out non-golf hours beautifully.

17. Hyatt High Sierra Lodge, Lake Tahoe — $159/Night for 3 Nights

North Tahoe courses including the Links at Grizzly Ranch and Coyote Moon Golf Course. Less famous than Edgewood but equally beautiful and significantly less crowded. The Hyatt's location in Incline Village is perfect for accessing both Nevada and California side courses around the lake.

18. Wyndham Sedona — $119/Night for 3 Nights

Sedona Golf Resort's red rock-surrounded course is one of the most photographed in America. The contrast of green fairways against crimson cliffs is surreal. The course plays through red rock formations that are millions of years old. At $119/night for lodging, you can splurge on the premium green fee and still spend less than a typical Scottsdale golf weekend.

19. Holiday Inn Club at Lake Geneva — $99/Night for 3 Nights

Geneva National Golf Club has three courses designed by Palmer, Player, and Trevino. Three legends, three courses, one resort area. Lake Geneva's rolling terrain makes for interesting golf, and the lakeside setting is gorgeous. The Holiday Inn deal is the budget way to access premium Midwest golf.

20. Marriott's Lakeshore Reserve, Orlando — $129/Night for 4 Nights

Orlando's golf scene extends far beyond the theme parks. This Marriott property is near several championship courses including Reunion Resort (designed by Jack Nicklaus, Tom Watson, and Arnold Palmer — three legends, one resort). The Florida weather means year-round golf, and the flat terrain means your legs won't hate you after 18 holes.

Fun Fact: The average golfer walks about 5 miles during an 18-hole round. So a week-long golf vacation where you play four rounds means you've walked 20 miles. That's basically a marathon. You're an athlete now. Act accordingly at the 19th hole.

Resort	Location	Price/Night	Nights	Course Quality
Ocean Boulevard	Myrtle Beach	$99	5	100+ nearby
Big Cedar	Branson	$99	4	Tiger Woods design
Desert Springs	Palm Desert	$129	4	2 championship
Barony Beach	Hilton Head	$139	4	33 on island
StreamSide	Vail	$179	3	RTJ II at altitude
Barton Creek	Austin	$159	3	4 championship

Golf resort deals combine two of life's great pleasures — resort living and hitting a small ball into a slightly larger hole. Whether you're a scratch player or a 30-handicapper like me, these deals make championship golf accessible. Browse all our vacation deals and book your next golf getaway.

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20 Best Golf Vacation Deals at Resort Properties