{"id":3050,"date":"2017-11-22T15:30:18","date_gmt":"2017-11-22T20:30:18","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/?p=3050"},"modified":"2019-01-31T17:22:54","modified_gmt":"2019-01-31T22:22:54","slug":"golf-vacation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/golf-vacation\/","title":{"rendered":"Ultimate Guide to Golf Vacations in Playa del Carmen"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>So you&#8217;re searching for the best golf vacation location in the Caribbean?<\/p>\n<p>Well, you&#8217;re in luck.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Playa del Carmen<\/a> and the <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Riviera_Maya\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Riviera Maya<\/a>\u00a0boast some of the most well-designed and popular golf courses this side of the globe.<\/p>\n<p>You&#8217;ll find the only <strong>official PGA course<\/strong> outside the USA and Canada, pristine courses, gorgeous weather, and world-class service.<\/p>\n<p>That&#8217;s the big draw (no pun intended).<\/p>\n<p>So&#8230;<\/p>\n<p>A buddy of mine was<strong> shopping for a golf vacation<\/strong>\u00a0for his group and he couldn&#8217;t figure out <strong>what was included<\/strong> in the golf packages offered by all-inclusive hotels.<\/p>\n<p>Since we organize a ton of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/activities\/play-golf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">golf vacations<\/a> and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/groups\/golf-vacations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">group golf vacations<\/a> here at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">PlayaDelCarmen.com,<\/a> I thought I&#8217;d help out <strong>my fellow golfers <\/strong>with this post.<\/p>\n<h4>You&#8217;ll get answers like&#8230;<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>What are the best hotels for golf packages?<\/li>\n<li>Are green fees included in the packages?<\/li>\n<li>Can I play 36 holes per day?<\/li>\n<li>What courses are included in the packages?<\/li>\n<li>Is transportation to-and-from the course included?<\/li>\n<li>How early can we tee off?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Typical golf related stuff right?<\/p>\n<p>Not so obvious (surprisingly) for some golf vacation websites.<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"wp-image-15897 size-thumb_760x570\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/1394230260-760x570.jpg\" alt=\"golf vacation\" width=\"760\" height=\"570\" data-id=\"15897\" \/><\/p>\n<p>With a year-round 80\u00b0F average temperature, backdrops of tropical foliage, Caribbean seas, and cenotes, as well as over <strong>8 courses to choose from<\/strong>, no wonder it&#8217;s a prime choice for golfers and vacationers alike.<\/p>\n<h2>The TOP 3 Golf Vacations in Playa del Carmen<\/h2>\n<h3>1. Palace Resorts<\/h3>\n<p>Palace Resorts are known for quality, luxury, comfort, and <strong>GOLF!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>You can choose to stay in\u00a0<strong>2 different Palace Resorts<\/strong>\u00a0in the Riviera Maya.<\/p>\n<p>The best part is that you can <strong>play for FREE<\/strong>\u00a0at their\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/activities\/moon-palace-golf-course\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Moon Palace golf course<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/activities\/riviera-cancun-golf-club\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Riviera Cancun Golf Club<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-thumb_760x570 wp-image-15898\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sliders_fGOLF-760x570.jpg\" alt=\"golf vacation\" width=\"760\" height=\"570\" data-id=\"15898\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Palace Resorts offer <strong>&#8220;resort credit&#8221;<\/strong>, that you can use for golf green fees, spa services, tours, room upgrades, and more&#8230;.<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Book 3 nights get $500 in credits<br \/>\n&#8211; Book 4 nights get $750 in credits<br \/>\n&#8211; Book 5-8 nights get $1500 in credits<br \/>\n&#8211; Book 9-11 nights get $2000 in credits<br \/>\n&#8211; Book 12+ nights get $2500 in credits<\/p>\n<p>A 16% tax must be paid on the total amount of resort credits used. It can be paid in cash or with a credit card at the time of check out.<\/p>\n<p>OR&#8230;..<\/p>\n<p>You can choose <strong>UNLIMITED GOLF!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>So instead of getting resort credits, you can choose their &#8220;Unlimited Golf&#8221; option.<\/p>\n<p><strong>UNLIMITED GOLF INCLUDES:<\/strong><br \/>\n\u2713 Unlimited golf rounds<br \/>\n\u2713 Transportation to and from the courses<br \/>\n\u2713 Golf Balls for practice<br \/>\n\u2713 Food and Beverages on the course and in the clubhouse at Moon Spa and Golf Club.<\/p>\n<p>Can you smell the fresh air and hear the crack of your swing right now? Yeah, you can.<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter size-thumb_760x570 wp-image-15899\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Moon_Palace_Golf_001-760x570.jpg\" alt=\"Golf vacation\" width=\"760\" height=\"570\" data-id=\"15899\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Carts will be $38 per person per round when you choose Unlimited Golf option. There a few minor\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/unlimited-golf-brochure.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">conditions to consider<\/a>\u00a0as well.<\/p>\n<h3>Palace Resorts to Choose From:<\/h3>\n<h2>1) Moon Palace Resort<\/h2>\n<p>You&#8217;ll LOVE this 2000+ room resort with multiple restaurants and bars, entertainment, sports, and a golf course that&#8217;s just steps away.<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter size-thumb_760x570 wp-image-15900\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/moon-palace-golf-spa-760x570.jpg\" alt=\"Golf Vacation\" width=\"760\" height=\"570\" data-id=\"15900\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Do you have kids? The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/hotels\/moon-palace-golf-amp-spa-resort-all-inclusive\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Moon Palace<\/a> has a fantastic kid&#8217;s club with a small water park, a teen&#8217;s hangout, a fitness center, and an amazing spa. Something for everyone&#8230;<\/p>\n<h2>2) Playacar Palace Resort<\/h2>\n<p>If you want a pristine beach, and you don&#8217;t mind traveling (transport included) to and from the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/activities\/moon-palace-golf-course\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Moon Palace golf course<\/a>, you can stay at the beautiful 200 room <a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/hotels\/playacar-palace-all-inclusive\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Playacar Palace<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter size-thumb_760x570 wp-image-15901\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Fachada_xl-4-760x570.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"760\" height=\"570\" data-id=\"15901\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Only a few steps from Playa del Carmen&#8217;s famous 5th avenue, and on one of the most beautiful beaches in the area.<\/p>\n<h4>MORE ABOUT THE MOON PALACE GOLF COURSE&#8230;<\/h4>\n<p>The Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course is a true championship course.<\/p>\n<p>You can play a combination of 27 holes Dunes &amp; Jungle, Jungle &amp; Lakes, and Lakes &amp; Dunes.<\/p>\n<p>7,165 yards, par-72 and it features <strong>4 sets of tees.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Surrounded by tropical jungle vegetation, natural wetlands, and bunkers that have been strategically placed.<\/p>\n<p>You&#8217;ll like the signature hole on the 17th, a 151 yards is a par 3. It plays to an island green!<\/p>\n<h5>Regular Rates \/ Green Fee Prices<\/h5>\n<p><strong>Adults<\/strong><br \/>\nRegular: $303.00\u00a0USD<br \/>\nTwilight: $187.00\u00a0USD<\/p>\n<p><strong>Kids<\/strong><br \/>\nRegular: $71.00\u00a0USD<br \/>\nTwilight: $71.00\u00a0USD<\/p>\n<p>Get your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/moon-palace-golf-course-scorecard.png\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Moon Palace Golf Course scorecard<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>2. Mayakoba<\/h3>\n<p>Home to the annual <strong>PGA tournament<\/strong> which occurs every November is the Mayakoba complex.<\/p>\n<p>I like how it was built around <strong>6 miles of freshwater canals<\/strong>, sweet water lagoons, lush plant life, and along an impressive beachfront area.<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter size-thumb_760x570 wp-image-15903\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/GOLF-760x570.jpg\" alt=\"golf vacation\" width=\"760\" height=\"570\" data-id=\"15903\" \/><\/p>\n<p>There are 5 luxurious hotels within the Mayakoba complex. They all deliver top-notch service, as well as the Greg Norman\u00a0<strong>designed<\/strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/activities\/el-camaleon-mayakoba-golf-course\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Camaleon Golf Course.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>You can choose to stay at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/hotels\/fairmont-mayakoba\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fairmont Mayakoba<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/hotels\/rosewood-mayakoba\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rosewood Mayakoba <\/a>or the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/hotels\/banyan-tree-mayakoba\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Banyan Tree<\/a> and have the golf course and beach right at your doorstep.<\/p>\n<p>I never wanted to leave, and the Mayakoba Residences and Banyan Tree Residences make this possible. (evil genius)<\/p>\n<p>If you prefer a <strong>non-all inclusive approach<\/strong>, Mayakoba is a destination of its own.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">Mayakoba Resorts to Choose from:<\/h3>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\">1) Fairmont Mayakoba<\/h2>\n<p>401 guest rooms, <strong>AAA 5-diamond<\/strong>, Oceanfront within the gated Mayakoba community, this resort hotel is an ideal setting for an unparalleled travel experience.<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter size-thumb_760x570 wp-image-15904\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/fairmont-mayakoba-pool-2-760x570.jpg\" alt=\"golf vacation\" width=\"760\" height=\"570\" data-id=\"15904\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Gourmet restaurants on site, only 15 minutes from Playa del Carmen town, with a Willow Stream Spa and only steps from the El Camaleon Golf Course.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\">2) Banyan Tree<\/h2>\n<p>107 beautifully designed villas at the Banyan Tree curl around individual gardens creating unique and private outdoor areas.<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter size-thumb_760x570 wp-image-15905\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/wbmexico0715-banyan-tree-mayakoba-760x570.jpg\" alt=\"golf vacation\" width=\"760\" height=\"570\" data-id=\"15905\" \/><\/p>\n<p>You&#8217;ll feel Asian hospitality throughout this luxury resort.<\/p>\n<p>They offer several options for dining that include Thai, Mediterranean, in-villa, and the unique drifting\u00a0dinner served onboard a traditional dining boat.<\/p>\n<h2>3) Rosewood Mayakoba<\/h2>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter size-thumb_760x570 wp-image-15906\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/rosewood-mayakoba-2-1-760x570.jpg\" alt=\"golf vacation\" width=\"760\" height=\"570\" data-id=\"15906\" \/><\/p>\n<p>128 suites feature contemporary furnishing, rooftop sundecks, plunge pools and boat docks.<\/p>\n<p>I like this family-friendly resort because of their Rose Buds program, an exceptional program for kids. The signature restaurant also serves exquisite Mediterranean cuisine.<\/p>\n<p>You can also opt to dine beachside or at the sushi bar \ud83d\ude09<\/p>\n<h2>4) Andaz Mayakoba<\/h2>\n<p><img class=\"alignnone wp-image-15936 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/andaz-mayacoba-golf.jpg\" alt=\"andaz Mayakoba golf &amp; ocean from sky\" width=\"720\" height=\"432\" data-id=\"15936\" \/><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/hotels\/andaz-mayakoba-resort-riviera-maya\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mayakoba Andaz<\/a> is all about upscale luxury in a\u00a0zen-like environment.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s a unique resort that makes discovering the local culture the center of their mission.<\/p>\n<p>I loved the lush surroundings and of course their world-class dining. Absolutely exceptional stuff!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/andaz-mayakoba-review\">Read our Andaz Mayakoba review<\/a><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: left;\">MORE ABOUT THE El CAMALEON GOLF COURSE&#8230;<\/h4>\n<p>A Greg Normal masterpiece, this 7039-yard course will stun you with its beauty, taking you from mangrove jungles to limestone canals and oceanfront stretches.<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter size-thumb_760x570 wp-image-15907\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/el-camaleon-cenote-760x570.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"760\" height=\"570\" data-id=\"15907\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Golfers of all abilities can enjoy as each hole has a minimum of 5 tee blocks.<\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/activities\/el-camaleon-mayakoba-golf-course\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Camaleon Golf Course<\/a> has made history by becoming the <strong>first golf course<\/strong> outside Canada and the US to host an official <strong>PGA Tour Event<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Get the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/el-camaleon-mayacoba-golf-scorecard.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">El Camaleon Scorecard here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h5>Regular Rates \/ Green Fee Prices<\/h5>\n<p><strong>Adults<\/strong><br \/>\nRegular: $299 USD<br \/>\nTwilight: $199\u00a0USD<\/p>\n<p><strong>Kids<\/strong><br \/>\nRegular: $79.00\u00a0USD<br \/>\nTwilight: $79.00\u00a0USD<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re staying in Mayacoba you&#8217;ll pay less. $199 for Regular, $129 Twilight. Twilight starts at 2:30 and you get unlimited golf with a Twilight green-fee until sunset. Prices drop during the low season, June to end of October.<\/p>\n<h2>3. Hard Rock Hotels<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-thumb_760x570 wp-image-15908\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Fachada_xl-1-1-760x570.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"760\" height=\"570\" data-id=\"15908\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/hotels\/hard-rock-hotel-riviera-maya-all-inclusive\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hard Rock Hotel Riviera Maya<\/a>\u00a0has 2 sections, one that&#8217;s family-friendly called Hacienda, and an adults-only section called Heaven.<\/p>\n<p>You will also receive the following amounts of <strong>resort credit<\/strong> which can be applied towards golf at the Playacar Golf Course.<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Book 4 nights get $750<br \/>\n&#8211; Book 5-6 nights get $1500<br \/>\n&#8211; Book 7-8 nights get $1800<br \/>\n&#8211; Book 9-11 nights get $2000<br \/>\n&#8211; Book 12+ nights get $2500<\/p>\n<p>A 20% tax must be paid on the total amount of resort credit used. It can be paid in cash or with a credit card at time of check out.<\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: left;\">More about the Hard Rock Golf Club<\/h4>\n<p>It&#8217;s a beautiful course is in the heart of Playacar, about 20 minutes north of the Hard Rock Hotel.<\/p>\n<p>The 18-hole, par 72 courses was designed by architect <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Robert_von_Hagge\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Robert Von Hagge<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>I enjoyed the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/activities\/hard-rock-golf-club-riviera-maya\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hard Rock Golf Club Riviera Maya&#8217;s<\/a>\u00a0practice area with driving range, large putting green and surrounding tropical foliage. You may also encounter local wildlife such as deer, coatis, iguanas and tropical birds.<\/p>\n<h5>Regular Rates \/ Green Fee Prices<\/h5>\n<p><strong>Adults<\/strong><br \/>\nRegular: $220 USD<br \/>\nTwilight: $120 USD (9 holes)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Juniors (ages 13-17)<\/strong><br \/>\nRegular: $43.00 USD<\/p>\n<p>You can replay the course for $35!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Inclusions<\/strong><br \/>\n\u2713 Round transportation from hotel<br \/>\n\u2713 Golf cart (for 2)<br \/>\n\u2713 Unlimited practice balls<br \/>\n\u2713 Food &amp; beverages<\/p>\n<h2>Need Help Getting Organized?<\/h2>\n<p>We,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">PlayaDelCarmen.com<\/a>, can guide you through this maze of options.<\/p>\n<p>You should worry about your swing, we&#8217;ll take care of the rest and <strong>get you the best price<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>We organize a TON of\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/activities\/golf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">golf packages<\/a>\u00a0for small and large <a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/groups\/golf-vacations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">group golf vacations<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Have questions? We are happy to help. Call our team at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">PlayaDelCarmen.com<\/a> at <a href=\"tel:<a href=\"tel:888-537-9797\">888-537-9797<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>You can also ask your questions in the comment section below.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>So you&#8217;re searching for the best golf vacation location in the Caribbean? Well, you&#8217;re in luck. Playa del Carmen and the Riviera Maya\u00a0boast some of the most well-designed and popular golf courses this side of the globe. 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