A sunset view of a green at Monarch Beach Golf Links.
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4.5
215 Reviews (215)
5 Stars
130
4 Stars
50
3 Stars
24
2 Stars
10
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.3
Value
3.8
Layout
4.5
Friendliness
4.8
Pace
4.0
Amenities
4.2
89.5%
Recommend this course
186 out of 215 reviews
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4.6
5 Reviews (5)
5 Stars
3
4 Stars
2
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.4
Value
3.4
Layout
4.6
Pace
3.8
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
4.8
100.0%
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5 out of 5 reviews
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4.8
18 Reviews (18)
5 Stars
14
4 Stars
4
3 Stars
0
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0
1 Stars
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Conditions
4.7
Value
4.1
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.3
StaffFriendliness
4.8
100.0%
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18 out of 18 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Resort
Style Links
Par 70
Length 6645 yards
Slope 135
Rating 72.5
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Monarch Beach Golf Links
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Course Details

Year Built 1983
Golf Season Year round

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Clubs Yes
GPS Yes
Pull-carts Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf Simulator Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Indoor Practice Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Fivesomes Allowed No
Single Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Proper golf attire.

Food & Beverage

Food & Beverage

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Locker Rooms

Reviews

4.5
215 Reviews (215)

What Golfers Are Saying

Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 6
Undulating Greens 6
This course/club is great for:
A Weekend Splurge 6
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 6
This Course's Location is:
At a Resort 6

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Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

John and Rick day out

Challenging coarse in good shape and beautiful. Staff was very friendly. Lockers didn’t have directions. Practice area was in disarray. Balls needed to be in the boxes.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 10
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 Good
Amenities Average
675883f1-81ad-5c0f-be3a-45663fa9fa02
Commented on 02/16/2024

Thank you, MarieTodd, for taking the time to rate us 5-stars! We'd love to hear more about your experience so if you have time, feel free to comment below!
Visit again soon -
Eric Lohman, PGA GM

Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Great course, great views

Monarch Beach is a very nice resort course. It’s connected to the Waldorf Astoria so the amenities are nice all around. Pace of play can be tough sometimes, but for $225-$250, this is an expensive course that is worth splurging for every once in a while (Pelican Hill up the road typically costs $350+).

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
675883f1-81ad-5c0f-be3a-45663fa9fa02
Commented on 02/16/2024

Greetings!
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at Monarch Beach Golf Links. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the resort course and found the amenities connected to the Waldorf Astoria to be top-notch.

We appreciate your feedback regarding the pace of play. Ensuring an enjoyable pace for all our guests is a priority, and we will continue to monitor and improve in this aspect.

Your observation about the value of our course compared to others in the area is noted, and we're thrilled that you see Monarch Beach as a worthy splurge. Providing a memorable and high-quality golfing experience is what we aim for, and it's gratifying to know that our efforts are recognized.

We hope to welcome you back to Monarch Beach Golf Links for another fantastic round in the near future. If there's anything else we can assist you with, please don't hesitate to reach out.
Regards,
Eric Lohman, PGA GM

Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Fun Course

I’m a 18 handicap and this course was fun, challenging, and well maintained. Pace of play was great we went out at 7:40 and finished in 3:45 👍 super friendly staff with great food at the turn. Maybe a tad overpriced but speed of play and the quality grounds made up for the higher price.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
675883f1-81ad-5c0f-be3a-45663fa9fa02
Commented on 01/15/2024

Cheers Softwareguy14 for taking the time to share your experience! Glad you had a memorable round at Monarch Beach Golf Links! Visit again soon.
- Eric Lohman, PGA GM

Played On
Reviews 32
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Very Nice Resort Course

I played this course while on vacation and played with 3 locals. The course was in good shape overall with the greens and bunkers in excellent shape. Most fairways were open and forgiving. The staff was great and super friendly. One disappointment was no driving range and only warmup cages. The course was very pricey but that was expected for such a high priced resort. I enjoyed the company I played with and the course was fun.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
675883f1-81ad-5c0f-be3a-45663fa9fa02
Commented on 01/05/2024

Thank you, u6553877, for taking the time to share your experience. We understand our warm up area is challenged but we are glad to hear your overall experience was memorable. We hope you're able to visit us again soon!
- Eric Lohman, PGA GM

Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Overall solid course

The course condition and staffs were great. Highly recommend. One downside was the pace of playing as there was accumulated delay.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
675883f1-81ad-5c0f-be3a-45663fa9fa02
Commented on 09/22/2023

Thank you, nujeehij, for taking the time to review your visit. With a resort course like ours, Pace of Play is always top of mind. Thanks again.
- Eric Lohman, PGA GM

Played On
Reviews 5
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
675883f1-81ad-5c0f-be3a-45663fa9fa02
Commented on 09/22/2023

We appreciate you giving us a 5-star rating!
- Eric Lohman, PGA GM

Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
675883f1-81ad-5c0f-be3a-45663fa9fa02
Commented on 07/05/2023

Thank you for rating us 5-stars - we appreciate it!
Best,
Eric Lohman, PGA GM

Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Cold weather
Used cart

Ocean Holes are Great

Course was an 8.5/10 Snack Bar service was slow. Went inside for lunch. Soup was uneatable!! sent back. And of course-no driving range. Nets are disappointing

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Poor
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
675883f1-81ad-5c0f-be3a-45663fa9fa02
Commented on 06/20/2023

Greetings - thanks for taking the time to review your visit. We understand your concerns and will take your review of the F&B at the Bar to the Resort as Club 19 is unfortunately not managed by the golf course.
Thanks again for your review -
Happy golfing,
Eric Lohman, PGA GM

Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Monarch!

The course was in amazing shape! Staff very VERY friendly and helpful. A little expensive for me but definitely worth it.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
675883f1-81ad-5c0f-be3a-45663fa9fa02
Commented on 06/20/2023

Thank you jtinnion87 for taking the time to rate us 5-stars!
Happy golfing!
Eric Lohman, PGA GM

Played On
Reviews 11
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Gorgeous course, great views

Course was in excellent shape, the clubhouse, grill, driving range were all high end. Green fees are expensive but you’re paying for the views. Totally worth it.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
675883f1-81ad-5c0f-be3a-45663fa9fa02
Commented on 06/20/2023

Thank you very much for taking the time to review your round with us - visit again soon!
Eric Lohman, PGA GM

Played On
Reviews 11
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Beautiful course, crazy greens.

The course is fun to play. The greens are in great shape, have a bunch of elevation changes.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
675883f1-81ad-5c0f-be3a-45663fa9fa02
Commented on 06/27/2023

Thank you for taking the time to rate us 5-stars!
Happy Golfing!
Eric Lohman, PGA GM

Played On
Reviews 11
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great course.

Greens are unbelievably fun and hard. Entire course was a good time, pace of play was excellent.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
675883f1-81ad-5c0f-be3a-45663fa9fa02
Commented on 06/27/2023

Thank you very much for taking the time to review your visit and share some words.
Visit again soon -
Eric Lohman, PGA GM

Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
675883f1-81ad-5c0f-be3a-45663fa9fa02
Commented on 06/27/2023

Thank you for taking the time to rate us 5-stars!
Eric Lohman, PGA GM

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
675883f1-81ad-5c0f-be3a-45663fa9fa02
Commented on 06/27/2023

We appreciate you rating us 5-stars!
Visit again soon -
Eric Lohman, PGA GM

Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Cold weather
Used cart

Awesome

Amazing course, amazing staff would highly recommend.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
675883f1-81ad-5c0f-be3a-45663fa9fa02
Commented on 04/14/2023

Thank you, InspectreSolutions for taking the time to recommend us!
Visit again soon -
Eric Lohman, PGA GM

Played On
Reviews 14
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
675883f1-81ad-5c0f-be3a-45663fa9fa02
Commented on 04/14/2023

Thank you, 100Bones100 for rating us 5-stars! Visit again soon!!
Eric Lohman, PGA GM

Played On
Reviews 12
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
675883f1-81ad-5c0f-be3a-45663fa9fa02
Commented on 04/14/2023

Thank you, michieki for taking the time to review your visit with us. We hope you can golf with us again soon!!
Eric Lohman, PGA GM

Played On
Reviews 1
2.0
Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Fair
675883f1-81ad-5c0f-be3a-45663fa9fa02
Commented on 04/14/2023

Greetings u1722369746,
We are sorry to feel you didn't find the value in your visit with us. There are options to enjoy golf with us for a lower rate.
Regardless, thank you for spending the day with us.
Regards,
Eric Lohman, PGA GM

Played On
Reviews 10
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Good course, excellent staff, strange tipping policy.

The strange part. I was led to believe when checking in, the tip % added to the green fees was a composite for all staff. First time I had encountered an add on in advance, pick your tip % at check in.
Found out later it was pro shop personnel only who shared in the tip.
Went back in the pro shop, asked that they split the 20% of the total with the club cleaner, the valet, and the marshal, as well as the shop staff.
Kind of perplexing-I like the one tip for all, but think the one minute check in doesn’t warrant the whole $ 105 tip.
The shop said it only slit when requested Troon, you should at least explain what the system is.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
675883f1-81ad-5c0f-be3a-45663fa9fa02
Commented on 03/10/2023

Greetings!
Thank you for sharing your experience - we have already brought this review to our team to figure out a better way to explain the gratuity option at the Golf Shop counter. We were glad you were able to visit recently between weather systems and experience the beauty that is MBGL!
Regards,
Eric Lohman, PGA GM

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