The Ritz-Carlton Golf Club, Orlando, Grande Lakes
About
The Ritz-Carlton Golf Club, Orlando, Grande Lakes sits along the pristine headwaters of the Florida Everglades, surrounded by live oaks, towering pines, and palmettos. Two-time British Open Champion Greg Norman designed the golf course. He and his team focused on preserving the area's natural beauty and ecosystem. The ponds, wetlands, and mature trees were carefully protected and incorporated into the challenges of the design. The final result blends in so seamlessly it's as though the golf course had been there all along. Norman's commitment to the environment was recognized with the course's certification as an Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary. The player-friendly layout has wide fairways and generous landing areas but the subtly contoured greens and strategically placed hazards will keep you on your toes. Five sets of tees make the Ritz-Carlton Golf Club, Orlando, Grande Lakes even more accessible to players of any skill level.
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 72 | 7122 yards | 73.9 | 139 |
| Gold | 72 | 6708 yards | 72.2 | 135 |
| Blue | 72 | 6324 yards | 70.3 | 127 |
| White | 72 | 5835 yards | 68.0 | 121 |
| White (W) | 72 | 5835 yards | 73.8 | 126 |
| Green (W) | 72 | 5223 yards | 69.8 | 115 |
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black M: 73.7/134 | 423 | 410 | 529 | 178 | 558 | 422 | 363 | 214 | 453 | 3550 | 387 | 410 | 193 | 352 | 585 | 467 | 405 | 216 | 557 | 3572 | 7122 |
| Gold M: 72.0/130 | 387 | 381 | 511 | 166 | 536 | 398 | 349 | 191 | 434 | 3353 | 361 | 396 | 173 | 327 | 565 | 434 | 387 | 185 | 527 | 3355 | 6708 |
| Blue M: 70.1/126 | 376 | 343 | 476 | 145 | 509 | 385 | 320 | 171 | 387 | 3112 | 336 | 373 | 161 | 317 | 544 | 423 | 365 | 172 | 521 | 3212 | 6324 |
| Blue/White M: 68.7/124 | 338 | 343 | 476 | 145 | 498 | 351 | 320 | 145 | 387 | 3003 | 336 | 348 | 161 | 317 | 496 | 396 | 341 | 172 | 496 | 3063 | 6066 |
| White M: 67.9/122 W: 73.5/130 | 338 | 335 | 458 | 122 | 498 | 351 | 291 | 145 | 372 | 2910 | 300 | 348 | 144 | 257 | 496 | 396 | 341 | 147 | 496 | 2925 | 5835 |
| Green M: 65.1/116 W: 69.6/122 | 292 | 301 | 421 | 97 | 455 | 304 | 282 | 102 | 308 | 2562 | 264 | 321 | 99 | 245 | 485 | 343 | 315 | 125 | 464 | 2661 | 5223 |
| Handicap | 10 | 6 | 8 | 18 | 4 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 2 | 11 | 13 | 17 | 15 | 3 | 1 | 7 | 9 | 5 | |||
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap (W) | 12 | 10 | 4 | 18 | 2 | 8 | 14 | 16 | 6 | 11 | 7 | 17 | 13 | 1 | 5 | 9 | 15 | 3 |
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Photo submitted by r5DgqJVnWgDU29hUa90h on 04/27/2024
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Photo submitted by u314163808951 on 06/17/2023
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Photo submitted by u314163808951 on 06/17/2023
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Photo submitted by u314163808951 on 06/17/2023
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Photo submitted by u314163808951 on 06/17/2023
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Photo submitted by u314163808951 on 06/17/2023
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Photo submitted by u314163808951 on 06/17/2023
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18th hole Photo submitted by u000005145203 on 02/20/2023
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Photo submitted by HCDan on 04/03/2022
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Photo submitted by HCDan on 04/03/2022
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Photo submitted by HCDan on 04/03/2022
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Photo submitted by HCDan on 04/03/2022
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Photo submitted by BH23 on 02/20/2022
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Photo submitted by BH23 on 02/20/2022
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Photo submitted by BH23 on 02/20/2022
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Photo submitted by BH23 on 02/20/2022
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Photo submitted by BH23 on 02/20/2022
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Photo submitted by u314161057205 on 11/28/2020
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Photo submitted by u314161057205 on 11/28/2020
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Ritz-Carlton Golf Club, hole 18 Photo submitted by TimGavrichGP on 12/13/2019
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Photo submitted by MichaelLowe on 12/12/2019
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Photo submitted by MichaelLowe on 12/12/2019
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Photo submitted by TrekSense on 08/21/2018
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9th Tee Box Photo submitted by JEKelley on 01/05/2018
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5th Approach Photo submitted by JEKelley on 01/05/2018
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8th Tee Shot Photo submitted by JEKelley on 01/05/2018
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2nd green Photo submitted by JEKelley on 01/05/2018
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Nice guy Sir Nick Photo submitted by linksman on 12/05/2016
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Puttin' on The Ritz! Photo submitted by courierboy on 11/02/2016
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Photo submitted by Lemontgolfer on 08/14/2016
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Photo submitted by Shawn5932249 on 07/22/2015
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Photo submitted by Shawn5932249 on 07/22/2015
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Photo submitted by Shawn5932249 on 07/22/2015
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Photo submitted by Shawn5932249 on 07/22/2015
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Photo submitted by Shawn5932249 on 07/22/2015
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Photo submitted by Shawn5932249 on 07/22/2015
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Photo submitted by joseph4164014 on 11/15/2013
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Photo submitted by joseph4164014 on 11/15/2013
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Teeing off #18 Photo submitted by Golfitz on 09/10/2013
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name engraved on the back! Photo submitted by Golfitz on 09/10/2013
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Photo submitted by Favian on 08/13/2013
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Photo submitted by in2themystyc11 on 02/11/2013
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Wrapping up a great day. Photo submitted by Scott4497478 on 11/06/2012
What a course!
I've played here many times and the course never disappoints. It's in great shape from tee to greens, the practice facility is fantastic as is the staff. It helps to have someone who knows how the course plays. The course seems very open off the tee and on most shots but as you will quickly find out, just because you are in the fairway or on/near the green does not mean you are in a good position. Would certainly recommend and I can't wait to return.
Great Course
This was a great course. Was wanting to get my clubs cleaned as one would expect for a course like this but the guys when dropping the bags off never looked our way. We asked could we drive our clubs to the car it was understandable no but they did not offer to take the clubs out for us. It was about 100 degrees out. This is the only reason I rated it low in this area. I was traveling back home and had already checked out of the hotel and needed to take a shower and the shower facilities at the course was not working so they arranged a shower at the spa. Great hospitality and customer service inside the clubhouse. Around the course, concerige and cart girl was extremely nice. Overall experience was great.
5 stars!
It's The Ritz-Carlton! Took a little weekend getaway and stayed at The Ritz, from the time you check in to check out everything is about service! I brought my clubs since I'm a lefty and they kept them at the hotel, when I had my t-time I made a call, I was picked up dropped off at course, clubs already at course. The course was in great condition! I'm used to playing on Country Club greens which are normally fast these greens were slow but for tourist I understand. Staff was friendly, would defiantly play there again when I'm back in Orlando!
Challenging & Fun
We played a fun but challenging round of golf at the Ritz-Carlton golf course in Orlando. They had sanded and aerated the greens within the last week, so the greens were bumpy, but it was still an enjoyable outing. I really came to dislike the thick St. Augustine rough - I guess I shouldn't have hit my ball in there, huh? :) Great layout, well maintained, excellent staff support - a great time I hope to repeat again when I'm in Orlando. This is a great place to play a round of golf.
Great Track
Place was amazing, only $60/round, greens were punched but still rolled pretty true
Wish I would have know...
Course was forgiving off the tee and yet interesting. I do wish I would have known that the greens had very recently been punched.
Very Nice Course
The course is very nice, the bunkers needs to use same sand (different textures) but overall, a great experience.
Excellent Facility
Not a taxing course yet can provide an adequate challenge if you choose the appropriate tee box for your skill level. A really classy place as you would expect. Things are a bit pricey as you would expect, but at the right price point even the cost conscious (cheap skate) can feel like they got their money's worth. Arrive early enough to take advantage of the practice facilities.
Poor replay price
This course was in good shape and I enjoyed playing. My only issue and problem was when we wanted to repay the course that same day. They offered absolutely no discount for a replay. hey wanted to charge the same exact initial cost. I have vacationed and played MANY courses in Orlando over the years and almost always the course gives you a cheaper rate on a replay, especially when there is no one there to play in the late afternoon. I was very disappointed with that issue and doubt I will be back.
Beautiful course
Food was not great for a Ritz Carlton. Golf staff was great and informed us about the course. Everyone greeted us everywhere we went. The Pace of play was outstanding, no waiting at all.
Fantastic Greens
Played round paired with a member. He was very nice and helpful on tips where to miss, layup, etc. The course was in wonderful shape and the greens were fast and smooth! The member told me the greens stay that way pretty much year round. Unfortunately, I discovered that the bunker sand was nice and consistent throughout the course. It's a little on the pricey side, but you do have access to the practice facilities all day. I couldn't afford to play there daily or even weekly, but it was well worth a splurge especially if you're on vacation. *Tip: booking through Golf Now was significantly cheaper (depending on the time) versus through their pro shop.
Course is in fantastic condition, the greens were quick but not overly fast, it is the 3rd time I have played here and it has never disappointed. Would definitely play here again as long as I had a deal from golfnow to teetimesUSA as the regular price of $235 is way to much in my opinion.
Very Nice Experience
Course is in great condition, very well maintained, Greens were fast. Pace of play was very slow even for a resort style course. No marshal to move 2 slow groups along, I would share this feedback with course. I will also definitely play there again
A treat for the eyes!
We enjoyed the layout at the Ritz-Carlton, although we found the par 3s rather ordinary. The greens were slick and in good shape. Overall, we thought that G. Norman had (as usual) overdone the bunker thing, although there's no denying that they do add definition and beauty.
Nice course, nice layout
The course as a jice layout, but is really dry, missing sone raining. Green are ok but dry and very fast
Very nice course,fast greens and fareways,water hazar plenty but not intimidate . Tranquil , only nature