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4.2
946 Reviews (946)
5 Stars
515
4 Stars
302
3 Stars
75
2 Stars
30
1 Stars
24
Conditions
4.1
Value
3.9
Layout
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.3
82.9%
Recommend this course
827 out of 946 reviews
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Average Rating
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3.6
47 Reviews (47)
5 Stars
15
4 Stars
14
3 Stars
7
2 Stars
8
1 Stars
3
Conditions
3.4
Value
3.1
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.5
63.8%
Recommend this course
30 out of 47 reviews
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4.1
94 Reviews (94)
5 Stars
45
4 Stars
25
3 Stars
13
2 Stars
8
1 Stars
3
Conditions
3.9
Value
3.7
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.4
StaffFriendliness
4.7
77.7%
Recommend this course
73 out of 94 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Resort
Style Links
Par 72
Length 7225 yards
Slope 138
Rating 73.9

Camelback Golf Club features two courses, Padre and Ambiente (formerly known as Indian Bend Course). The Ambiente Course underwent a major renovation in 2013. Making the course more eco friendly was one of the major goals of the renovation in addition to improving the layout's playability for a wider range of skill levels. The creatively shaped greens offer a variety of different putting options that present interesting risk-reward opportunities. The renovation added 100 acres of native desert and grass areas that add not only beauty but also require a third less water. Rolling terrain is the defining characteristic of the Ambiente Course, from the undulating fairways to dramatic drops in elevation. There are five sets of tees with forward tees that have easier approach angles and no forced carried, allowing even beginners to approach the golf course with confidence.

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Course Details

Year Built 1970
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Jack Snyder (1980) Jason Straka (2013)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Clubs Yes
GPS Yes
Pull-carts No

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Caddies No
Golf School Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No, soft spikes only
Fivesomes Allowed No
Single Allowed No
Walking Allowed No
Dress code Collared shirts and Bermuda length shorts for men and appropriate attire for women. No denim is allowed for men or women.

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Lounge, Locker Rooms

Accolades

Reviews

4.2
946 Reviews (946)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 44
Patio Dining 32
19th Hole Scenic Views 19
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 117
Undulating Greens 103
Thick Rough 72
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 100
Locals 68
A Weekend Splurge 54
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 115
At a Resort 47
Near Local Attractions 42

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Reviews 15
Handicap 5-9
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5.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 15
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Reviews 11
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Conditions Good
Value Good
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5.0
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Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Reviews 4
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I Recommend This Course
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First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Fair
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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Reviews 20
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Plays A few times a week
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First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
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Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
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5.0
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Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Very good and fair

Good tee box offering for every skill level. Bunkers are strategically placed to challenge you on almost every hole. A few long carry holes to force you to push the ball a couple of time or you get to re-tee from the drop area like I did. Well worth the money.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 139
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played
Hot weather
Walked
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 16
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played

Enjoyed it!

If I’m correct they are 2 weeks out from aeration. I guess I timed it correctly. The greens are in great condition, rolled really smooth. I’ve played here before, but always a couple of days before aeration. Enjoyed and will be back!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 16
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 139
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Ambiente is stellar

Played from the tips with a scratch golfer and got a ton of good tips for an IPA. Shot 91 but still one of the most enjoyable rounds I have played in some time. The course is one of the best in the valley and use it now before over-seed and ^ $.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 12
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Good course

Course was in good shape for the summer conditions - a little inconsistent in terms of some areas so watered they were soft and others firm but understandable given the heat. Play was a bit slow for an early morning round as we got behind a couple of ‘methodical’ groups that took time to practice swing or line up every shot just to miss by a decent margin. I enjoyed the round and would recommend and would play it again. Wish they allowed non-member walkers.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 90
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 500 Contributor
First Time Playing

Nice layout

Course has a nice layout and 9 out then 9 back. Staff are all excellent, friendly, and helpful. Greens were in good shape. Course edges a little rough. Didn’t appreciate being in a bunker and huge grass/weeds on the back edge didn’t allow any backswing- crazy. Overall nice course and challenge.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Played On
Reviews 139
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart

Ambiente tops for $

Great layout and perfect course conditions. Always play here when green fees reasonable.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 244
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Arizona Advisor
Verified Purchaser
Top 25 Contributor
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Always the Standard

Camelback--Ambiente is always in great shape summer or winter, heat wave or monsoon. There were workers out doing course maintenance during the round as it was Tuesday--a day you would expect the maintenance. to occur. I accept the reality. Even so, the fairways and greens were all top notch. Camelback also has one of the best practice facilities.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Camelback Golf Getaway Package

FROM $237 (USD)
PHOENIX/SCOTTSDALE | Enjoy 3 nights’ accommodations at The JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort & Spa and 2 rounds of golf at Camelback Golf Club – Ambiente & Padre courses.

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