Golf near Tulum: The Courses Worth It
Golf is not the first thing Tulum brings to mind, which is exactly why the courses here stay pleasant: championship-level golf carved out of the jungle, iguanas on the fairways, and tee times that do not require a lottery. Two courses anchor the scene, one practically local, one up the coast.
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Golf Courses near Tulum
PGA Riviera Maya at Tulum Country Club
The serious address is the PGA Riviera Maya Golf Course at Tulum Country Club, a Robert Trent Jones II design just outside Tulum. The 18-hole, par-72 championship layout threads through dense jungle and natural limestone features, with immaculate greens and a genuinely tranquil setting; the wildlife gallery watching your swing is part of the experience. The club backs it up properly: driving range, putting green, pro shop, golf academy for lessons, and a clubhouse restaurant overlooking the course. Open daily 7 AM to 7 PM, with club and cart rentals of good quality, and 9-hole rounds available for a lighter day. Reviewers consistently note fair prices for the standard on offer.
4.6 · 884 reviews on Google
Beautiful Course - very friendly staff and treated us as golfers incredibly well. They helped arrange our transportation and club rentals impeccably before the round with extremely prompt, professional, and efficient communication. The entire experience is very "VIP-feeling" and the course…
Great experience overall, we were able to check in for our tee time and quickly get to our cart to start our round. We rented clubs and they were in good shape. The beverage cart service was excellent, and if…
Beautiful course! Played 18 in under 4 hours. Make sure you ask for extra water though, very humid conditions. Cart gal was nice but a limited offering.
The entire staff was incredibly attentive, and the beverage cart service was excellent. I especially want to highlight the outstanding course conditions and overall presentation, which are on par with some of the best golf courses in the United States…
The golf course was amazing! Pristine condition! It was all just such an amazing experience! Alex the head concierge was amazing! The ladies in the pro shop was fantastic, the guys at the golf range were very helpful and can’t…
Hard Rock Golf Club Riviera Maya
Up the coast in Playacar, the Hard Rock Golf Club Riviera Maya brings the brand’s livelier personality to a Robert von Hagge design: 18 holes, par 72, narrow fairways, small soft greens, and jungle and lakes framing every hole, with wildlife wandering through. It punishes wild drivers, so pack extra balls, and rewards accuracy with one of the region’s most entertaining rounds. Practice facilities, pro shop, academy, and a laid-back clubhouse round it out. Open daily 7 AM to 5 PM.
4.3 · 1,303 reviews on Google
Don't believe the negative reviews—absolute emerald green! I read some past reviews complaining about inconsistent, dry, or non-irrigated conditions here, but standing on the course right now, I can tell you those reviews are completely wrong. The fairways and greens are…
Me and the wife played yesterday after calling in the day before to book a tee time which saved us a good chunk of money as you get discount if your staying in a Riu hotel We hired clubs which were…
I played Hard Rock Campo fr Golf Golf in Playacar using resort credits from Unico. The course is quite challenging — very narrow fairways and small, incredibly soft greens make accuracy essential. Definitely bring plenty of golf balls, as anything…
Beautiful piece of land. Well kept condions throughout. Greens are okay. Did not have any issue with renting clubs like others say. The clubs were nice but all regular flex and felt shorter than standard. Tight fairways, challenging course, and…
Rent Clubs Instead of Hauling Them
Both clubs rent quality sets at fair rates, so unless you are precious about your own irons, flying without a golf bag is the smarter play.
Practical Notes for Jungle Golf
Heat and humidity are the real opponents here. Courses open at 7 AM for a reason: the early tee times are cooler, faster, and kinder. Carts and iced water are standard inclusions, both clubs rent quality equipment if you travel light, and collared-shirt dress codes apply as usual.
After the Round: A Boat Afternoon A private boat charter is the classic follow-up to a morning on the greens: coastal cruising, swim stops, and drinks on board for the group. Book a Private Cruise More in Things to Do
Gyms in Tulum: Day Passes and Prices
The best gyms in Tulum: the beachfront Jungle Gym with wooden weights, Star Fit, Hunab Ku rooftop, Tulum CrossFit and Tulum Fight Club.
Horseback Riding near Tulum
Horseback riding near Tulum: ethical jungle rides on rescue horses at Rancho Baaxal and ride-plus-cenote combos at Rancho Bonanza.
Jaguar Park Tulum: Tickets & Tips
Jaguar Park in Tulum: the eco reserve around the ruins with trails, lookout towers, bike paths and beach access, plus the combined ticket price.
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