As golf vacations continue to grow in popularity, it’s not just serious golfers working the sport into their vacations. Even casual golfers are hopping on the trend. Now, many of the world’s top courses offer packages and discounts for guests who stay on-site at their resorts or partner hotels. And with non-golf options like spas, destination restaurants, and other activities, there’s still plenty for the non-golfers in the group to get up to. If you’re interested in hitting the links on your next vacation, keep these top golf vacation destinations in mind.
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1. Texas Rangers Golf Club
Arlington, Texas
If you love golf and baseball, then you’ll want to plan a trip to Arlington, Texas, to play at the Texas Rangers Golf Club. This is the world’s only Major League Baseball-branded course. The public course is home to the Korn Ferry Tour’s Veritex Bank Championship and is close to all of the fun in Arlington’s entertainment district. After you and your buddies get a round in, you can also catch a Dallas Cowboys or Texas Rangers game on the same weekend.
Set up your home base at Loews Arlington, which is just a short walk from the big sports complexes. The hotel also has five restaurants and lounges, a resort-style beach club with two pools and a water slide, and a full-service spa, so there’s truly something for everyone here.
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2. The Tour Course at Camiral, a Quinta do Lago Resort
Girona, Spain
Just outside Barcelona, Spain, you’ll find Camiral, a Quina do Lago Resort. The resort is known for its two incredible golf courses, the Stadium Course and the Tour Course, the latter of which is my pick. The Tour Course is renowned for its challenging holes, though approachable for players of all skill levels. More experienced golfers will love the Stadium Course, which is ranked in Europe’s top 10. Even more exciting, the resort will host the 2031 Ryder Cup. So if you’re looking to golf where the pros swing, this is the spot to be.
The expansive property is set on 500 acres and has so much more to do than golf. Families can enjoy an on-site Forest Park zip lining course, guided bike tours, and gardening workshops. And just outside of the resort’s gates is the cute Medieval town of Girona. Additionally, the golf resort boasts two styles of accommodations. The first is a set of sister hotels, Hotel Camiral and Lavida Hotel. Alternatively, you can opt to book a luxurious rental property nestled along the golf courses.
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3. Anahita Golf Club
Beau Champ, Grande Rivière Sud, Mauritius
For a truly once-in-a-lifetime golf vacation, head to the small island of Mauritius off the coast of Africa, to Anahita Golf Club. The Ernie Els-designed, par-72 course features six different tee boxes on each hole. What makes this course so unique is that it backs up to the Indian Ocean. From many of the holes, there are incredible views of the island landscape and the vast blue ocean.
The course is set within the larger Shangri-La Le Touessrok resort, where everyone in the family can enjoy activities such as archery, nature walks, boxing, yoga, and of course, golf. The resort also has adult-only areas for parents to kick back at, while the kids hang out at the dedicated kids’ and teen club.
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4. Golf Course at Edgewood Tahoe Resort
Lake Tahoe, Nevada
Since 1968, the golf course at Edgewood Tahoe Resort has been welcoming golfers of all skill levels to take a swing at the challenging course overlooking picturesque Lake Tahoe. The course is home to the annual American Century Championship and has welcomed some of the biggest golf stars in the world, like Tiger Woods and Arnold Palmer.
The Edgewood Tahoe Resort has so much to offer that once you check in, you really never need to leave. On-site, there’s a full-service spa where you can enjoy a post-round massage, a lakefront pool, lounge chairs that line the shores of the lake, and even summer beach service. Of course, no lakeside retreat is complete without evening s’mores, which are complimentary for resort guests.
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5. The Gardens at Naples Beach Club, A Four Seasons Resort
Naples, Florida
If you’ve already got your golf vacation for 2026 planned and looking towards 2027, one of the biggest openings will be The Gardens at Naples Beach Club, A Four Seasons Resort. The new 18-hole course designed by Tom Fazio is set to open in early 2027. This will also be the first on-site golf offering in Old Naples, where holes weave through palm trees and tropical plants for a fun challenge.
And if you’re going to golf there, you might as well check in at Naples Beach Club. The resort is known for reviving two iconic Naples restaurants, HB’s and Sunset Bar. There’s also a two-level spa, oceanview pools, a fleet of e-bikes to explore the town on, and 1,000 feet of beachfront access.
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6. Domes Lake Algarve
Algarve, Portugal
If your family really, and I mean, really loves golf, then book your next golf trip to Domes Lake Algarve, in Portugal. The resort is just a short drive from five different courses. So you could hit different fairways every day of your vacation. At the resort, there are also plenty of activities for golfers, including junior camps for youngsters, private sessions with PGA pros, and a golf concierge department that can ensure your days out on the course are seamless (think arranging transportation, securing equipment, and booking tee times). The resort even has complimentary shuttles to select courses, making it easy to stay and play.
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7. The Reserve at Moonlight Basin
Big Sky, Montana
The Reserve at Moonlight Basin, designed by Jack Nicklaus, has one of the longest holes in the U.S. at 777 yards. The Reserve is known for its 1,000-foot elevation change and hillside clubhouse, where golfers can take in the mountain views before teeing off or after finishing a round.
If a mountainside course isn’t enough to lure you into a golf vacation in Big Sky, Montana, then the stunning rentals from Moonlight Lodging just might be. Each rental property has access to the private Moonlight Lodge, where you can swim and dine between daily rounds of golf. At night, you can watch the sunset over the mountains as you sip on a glass of wine and enjoy time with family and friends.
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8. Atlantic Dunes by Davis Love III
Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
South Carolina’s Hilton Head Island is known for its beachfront hotels and stunning golf courses. One of the most impressive of which is Sea Pines Resort’s Atlantic Dunes course. A complete reconstruction of the very first course built on Hilton Head, Atlantic Dunes is loaded with hidden bunkers and water hazards, making it challenging yet still playable for novice golfers.
I’ve been lucky to play this course, and it was the perfect level of difficulty for someone who doesn’t get out to play as often as I would like. The Sea Pines Resort has other courses as well (Harbour Town Golf Links and Heron Point by Pete Dye), making it one of the top destinations in the country for golf vacations.
Base your golf getaway at The Sea Pines Resort, a sprawling vacation and residential community on the coast of Hilton Head Island. Depending on your personal needs and group size, you can book everything from a standard hotel room all the way up to a vacation home that sleeps up to 12 (perfect for large families).
Fair warning: You may never want to leave The Sea Pines Resort once you arrive, thanks to the abundance of restaurants, shopping opportunities, and activities all within the gates of this golf vacation community.
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9. Disney’s Magnolia Course
Orlando, Florida
If you’ve ever wanted to combine the magic of a Disney trip with the relaxation of a golf vacation, then you’re in luck. At Walt Disney World, you can choose from three challenging golf courses, including the Magnolia Course, which is the longest at the theme park resort. The course underwent a massive renovation in 2023 with a new design and layout. Each hole at the course is now named after a classic Disney film and features a quote from Walt Disney or Arnold Palmer.
Reminiscent of the country’s most beautiful national park lodges, Disney’s Wilderness Lodge has spacious rooms, great views of Bay Lake, and so many dining options that you won’t miss going to the theme parks themselves. Between hitting golf balls, you can try your hand at catch-and-release fishing in Bay Lake, too. At the end of the night, head to Geyser Point to watch the Magic Kingdom fireworks or the cute Electrical Water Pageant float by.
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10. Wailea Blue Golf Course
Maui, Hawaii
The Wailea Blue Golf Course combines incredible views of the ocean and Mount Haleakala, Maui’s famous volcano, with a challenging round of golf. The fairways are wide and generous, but many natural hazards make this golf course a suitable challenge. In the winter months, you might also spot a humpback whale from the lush green fairways that lead to the ocean.
For a true luxury golf vacation, stay at the Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea. The resort is located across the street from the golf course, and its concierge team can assist guests with tee times. It also features direct beach access, stunning infinity pools overlooking the ocean, more than 70 complimentary cabanas around the property, and elegant oceanfront suites that are big enough for your entire group to spread out and enjoy some quiet time after the course.
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11. Brickyard Crossing Golf Course
Indianapolis, Indiana
Fans of golf and NASCAR will want to tee up at the Brickyard Crossing Golf Course. The unique course has four holes inside the oval of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Golfers need to ride or walk under the racetrack to get to the holes, where there may also be cars racing or practicing at the same time.
Near the Brickyard Crossing Golf Course, you’ll find the Bottleworks Hotel. The historic building was once home to a bottling factory. A few of the original pieces from the bottling factory can still be seen at the hotel, including the terrazzo floors and historically accurate exterior. Each room has great views of the city, and most have a terrace for enjoying the evening.
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12. Boulders South Course
Scottsdale, Arizona
Swing past massive granite boulders and cacti at The Boulders South Course in Scottsdale, Arizona. There are also two themed holes here. Hole five combines the backdrop of a boulder pile rock formation with 40-foot-tall saguaro cacti, while hole seven takes you by “Rosie’s Rock,” a three-story boulder balanced just a few feet away from the tee.
Notable for its bright red boulder scenery, Boulders Resort and Spa Scottsdale has accommodations to fit any golf vacation group size, including two- and three-bedroom private homes. While staying here, you can enjoy golf at Boulders South Course, take a dip in the pool, or take in the view while sipping a cocktail at the Discovery Lounge.
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13. Rope Rider Golf Course
Cle Elu, Washington
Foundations and other remnants of old coal mines still remain on the course at The Rope Rider Golf Course. With more than 7,300 yards of play, this challenging course also allows shorter three- or six-hole loops, perfect for golf vacations with kids who may not be up for an entire 18-hole round.
If you’re looking to stay just a few feet away from the course, consider the Suncadia Resort. The stunning property in the Cascades offers private home and condo rentals, or traditional hotel and lodge stays. Besides golf, there are plenty of activities here, including bike rides, a spa, and an ax-throwing experience.
14. The Coeur d’Alene Resort Golf Course
Coeur d’Alene, Idaho
If you’re looking for a real challenge, step up to the tee box at the Coeur d’Alene Resort Golf Course. Your round of golf starts with a high-speed boat ride across Lake Coeur d’Alene. Then tee off at the first of 18 holes, many of which have impressive views of the lake. Just before the round ends, you’ll hit up the 14th hole, which is dubbed The Floating Green since golfers have to take a boat out to the green in the middle of the lake.
Stay right in the middle of the action at the Coeur d’Alene Resort Golf & Spa Resort. Besides golf, the resort offers an abundance of outdoor activities like lake cruises, fishing, boating, biking, hiking, paddleboarding, and more. After you’ve had your fill of the outdoors, head inside for a drink at one of the many lounges. The resort has 338 rooms and suites, some of which overlook the lake or the park, so you can guarantee there’s a room that your family will love.
