The Ritz-Carlton Golf Club, Orlando, Grande Lakes

3.9
458 Reviews (458)
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3.9
458 Reviews (458)
5 Stars
301
4 Stars
110
3 Stars
27
2 Stars
11
1 Stars
9
Conditions
3.5
Value
2.9
Layout
4.3
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.2
61.2%
Recommend this course
410 out of 458 reviews
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3.1
7 Reviews (7)
5 Stars
3
4 Stars
1
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
3
Conditions
2.7
Value
2.3
Layout
4.1
Pace
4.0
Amenities
3.7
StaffFriendliness
4.4
42.9%
Recommend this course
3 out of 7 reviews
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3.6
12 Reviews (12)
5 Stars
6
4 Stars
2
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
3
Conditions
3.2
Value
2.6
Layout
4.3
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
4.7
50.0%
Recommend this course
6 out of 12 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Resort
Style Links
Par 72
Length 7122 yards
Slope 139
Rating 73.9
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The Ritz-Carlton Golf Club, Grande Lakes
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Course Details

Year Built 2003
Golf Season Year round
Architect Greg Norman (2003) Matthew Dusenberry (2003)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker Yes
Caddies Yes
Golf School Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Proper golf attire required.

Food & Beverage

Bar

Lodging

Lodging Available

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Spa

Available Sports

Fitness

Accolades

Reviews

3.9
458 Reviews (458)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 20
Amazing Food 12
Brunch 11
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 32
Water Hazards 32
Plays Long 15
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 27
A Weekend Splurge 26
Entertaining Clients 23
This Course's Location is:
At a Resort 34
Near Local Attractions 30
Convenient to the City 21

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Played On
Reviews 17
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Very smooth

Great track and conditions were very good
Greens very smooth and consistent

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 11
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
Incentivized Review
4.0
First Time Playing

Bucket list course

The course staff greeted me very professional. Driving range, short game range and putting areas were similar to the course in grass and speed of greens. Pace of play didn't come into play because, the course was wide open. Only one hole was a disappointment because, the water wasn't draining properly. Thus, creating unplayable area of about 25 yards in front of the green. Overall, the course experience was enjoyable.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 11
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 25
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

Nice Course but Boring

I have to admit, I was disappointed with the course given the name (Ritz) and the fact that they have the PGA Father & Son there. The course is nice and well maintained, but there isn't one hole where you stand on the tee and say WOW. It's a nice layout, but boring. Nothing stands out (except the prices for everything). If offered, I'd play it again, but would probably take a chance on a course I've never played before I came back. Staff was great and attentive.

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

A must play course if staying in orlando

Played this course in hot weather and a few heavy showers but the condition of the course even after the monsoon showers it was a joy to play will definitely be back the pro shop staff the starters are all excellent

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great Course

Very friendly and helpful staff. Well worth the trip to play. Layout is great and challenging. There was routine course work that had recently occurred but course was still great to play. Highly recommended

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Stay Away. For now

Conditions are deplorable for the cost. Stay away until it heals. Not nearly worth the price at this time. Staff could not have been more accommodating.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

A Course for Super Stars

This course is awesome for getting acquainted with the super star lifestyle. If you ever dream of becoming wealthy and famous, the Ritz Carlton Golf Course Grand Lakes will inspire you to greatness. Book your tee time today.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Bunkers and Bunker Sand was horrible. Way way to firm.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Very good resort course

This is a well maintained resort course. Tee shots are to very generous fairways. Approaches are more challenging. Green speed was smooth and very quick. Course was not over seeded but in excellent condition. Staff was superb. I used the caddie option and loved the experience.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 25
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
Incentivized Review
5.0
First Time Playing

The Ritz is as good as the name represents

A challenging course for any handicap but the layout is not so tough that the beginner player will still enjoy the round.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Ritz Carlton lives up to it’s reputation

Had a 9:40am time booked, over slept. Staff was great changed it to 10:40, no problem.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 16
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Golfer Delight

Wonderful day on the course on golf buddies trip. Course experience turned out as advertised: great condition including fast well conditioned greens, wonderful layout, friendly staff, good pace, nice well stocked pro shop including some great deals. The bag tag provided looks very classy as well. I highly recommend this one.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

The best

Conditions were amazing. Staff was incredible. I think the back 9 is the most entertaining 9 I’ve ever played.
Thanks again and see you next year!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 29
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Great layout

I liked the layout a lot. The condition was very good. Pace of play was excellent.

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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