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Top 18 Cabo San Lucas golf courses to swing by in 2023

Published Date: August 8, 2023

One of many Cabo San Lucas golf courses overlooking the ocean.
With pristine Sea of Cortez coastlines, Sierra de la Laguna Mountain hikes, world-class restaurants and over a dozen Cabo San Lucas golf courses to choose from, you’ll never run out of things to do in Cabo — especially if hitting the links is your favorite thing. 

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We’ve rounded up 18 Cabo San Lucas golf courses on par with even the most experienced golfer’s expectations. Private lessons, pro shops and spa packages await:
A map of the top Cabo San Lucas golf courses with illustrations of boats and fish.

1. Cabo Real Golf Course

  • Average rating: 4.7 stars
  • Neighborhood: La Playa
  • Access: Public
The Cabo Real Golf Course is a 18-hole championship course, designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr. that features a variety of terrain. The course offers holes chiseled into the foothills of rugged desert peaks, broad fairways and views of the Sea of Cores from every hole, — and you can enjoy them in every season. A part of the Questro Golf family, the Cabo Real Golf Course has hosted several prestigious tournaments, including two Senior Slams.

2. Palmilla Golf Club

A graphic showcases the average rating, location and exclusivity level of Palmilla Golf Club, one of the top Cabo San Lucas golf courses.
  • Average rating: 4.7 stars
  • Neighborhood: Palmilla
  • Access: Public
Now is your chance to play a 27-hole course designed by the legendary Jack Nicklaus. The Palmilla Golf Club boasts stunning views of the Sea of Cortez and has three distinctive nines: the Mountain, the Ocean and the Arroyo. Each has its challenges and scenery, but they all share the same impeccable conditions and service. After a round, cool off at the Palmilla Grill and Cantina or book a luxury stay at the One&Only Palmilla five-star resort. 

3. Club Campestre San Jose

  • Average rating: 4.6 stars
  • Neighborhood: San José
  • Access: Public
Club Campestre San Jose is a prestigious golf resort tucked in the rolling foothills of the Sierra de la Laguna Mountains, offering spectacular views of the Sea of Cortez and the  surrounding desert landscape. It is a world-class experience for golfers with its Nicklaus-designed 18-hole championship course, luxurious accommodations and amenities — making it an ideal luxury vacation destination for solo travelers and couples alike.

4. Cabo Del Sol Golf Club

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  • Average rating: 4.6 stars
  • Neighborhood: Del Sol
  • Access: Public
Cabo Del Sol Golf Club offers two championship courses, the Ocean Course and the Desert Course, designed by world-renowned golf architects Jack Nicklaus and Tom Weiskopf. The Ocean Course features stunning views of the Sea of Cortez from every hole, and the Desert Course winds through the desert landscape of the Baja Peninsula. This club also provides a variety of amenities and services for its guests, including a clubhouse, pro shop, practice facility, restaurant, bar and spa. 

5. Questro Golf

  • Average rating: 4.4 stars
  • Neighborhood: La Playa
  • Access: Public
Questro Golf offers three world-class courses designed by renowned architects Jack Nicklaus, Tom Weiskopf and Greg Norman. Each has its unique features and challenges. Questro Golf also provides exceptional amenities and services, such as professional instruction, club rentals, practice facilities, restaurants and bars. 

6. Cabo San Lucas Country Club

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  • Average rating: 4.4 stars
  • Neighborhood: El Tezal
  • Access: Public
Cabo San Lucas Country Club offers a challenging and scenic 18-hole course designed by Roy Dye, plus a restaurant, bar, and driving range. The course features over 80 bunkers, a 610-yard hole, and stunning views of the desert, mountains and beach. Cabo San Lucas Country Club is a paradise for golfers of all levels, as well as those who want to enjoy the natural beauty of Los Cabos.

7. Vidanta Los Cabos

  • Average rating: 4.3 stars
  • Neighborhood: Zona Hotelera
  • Access: Public
Vidanta Los Cabos is a nine-hole course features challenging and enjoyable holes for golfers of all skill levels. Jack Nicklaus designed the course that offers rental clubs, golf carts, and caddies. Whether you are looking for a relaxing round of golf with your friends or a competitive tournament with your colleagues, Vidanta Los Cabos is for you.

8. Querencia Golf Course

  • Average rating: 4.7 stars
  • Neighborhood: La Querencia
  • Access: Private
Querencia Golf Course is an exclusive golf community with a stunning setting. Designed by Tom Fazio, the 18-hole par-72 course covers over 300 acres of scenic land. It also features a 12-acre practice facility, a clubhouse with dining and spa services, and a variety of tournaments and events throughout the year.

9. Diamante

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  • Average rating: 4.7 stars
  • Neighborhood: Playa Diamante
  • Access: Private
Diamante is a luxury resort that offers two of the most spectacular golf courses in the world: the Dunes Course, designed by Davis Love III, and El Cardonal, designed by Tiger Woods. The resort also features a state-of-the-art spa, and a fitness and recreation center. There are multiple restaurants and bars, plus direct access to Diamante Beach.

10. El Dorado

  • Average rating: 4.7 stars
  • Neighborhood: Tourist Corridor
  • Access: Private
El Dorado is the perfect destination for travelers who want to enjoy the beauty and tranquility of the Baja California peninsula while also experiencing the comfort and elegance of a world-class resort. Another members-only Nicklaus course, El Dorado is perfectly positioned along two miles of rugged coastline between Cabo San Lucas and San José del Cabo. After playing 18 holes, grab your swimsuit and make a splash at the El Dorado Beach Club.

11. Solmar Golf Links

  • Average rating: 4.7 stars
  • Neighborhood: Playa El Suspiro
  • Access: Public
Designed by Greg Norman, Solmar Golf Links offers perfect views of the Pacific Ocean from every hole. The course features a variety of challenges, such as sand dunes, arroyos, cacti and palm trees. Solmar Golf Links is part of a resort and residential community with luxury accommodations, dining options, spa and beach club. 

12. Old Lighthouse Golf and Ocean Club

  • Average rating: 4.6 stars
  • Neighborhood: Colinas del Cabo
  • Access: Private
The Old Lighthouse Golf and Ocean Club is a premier destination for golf enthusiasts and beach lovers. This exclusive resort features a golf course designed by Jack Nicklaus, complete with a panoramic view of the Pacific Ocean. The resort boasts luxurious accommodations, fine dining and spa services. 

13. Quivira Golf Club

  • Average rating: 4.6 stars
  • Neighborhood: Colinas del Cabo
  • Access: Private
Jack Nicklaus designed Quivira Golf Club, which features challenging holes that test the skills of players of all levels. The golf club also has an elegant clubhouse, a fine dining restaurant and a spa for guests to enjoy after a round of golf. With beachfront access, it will be easy to spend an entire day enjoying the luxury amenities that this golf club and resort has to offer.

14. Chileno Bay Los Cabos

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  • Average rating: 4.6 stars
  • Neighborhood: Playa el Tule
  • Access: Private
​​Chileno Bay Los Cabos is a luxury beachfront resort and residential complex featuring a Tom Fazio-designed championship course. The resort offers spacious villas and guest rooms with top-shelf amenities. Guests can enjoy swimming, snorkeling, golfing, dining and relaxing at the spa. Chileno Bay Los Cabos is the perfect destination for those seeking an upscale golfing getaway.

15. Rancho San Lucas Golf Club

  • Average rating: 4.6 stars
  • Neighborhood: Todos Santos
  • Access: Private 
If you want a great golfing experience in Cabo San Lucas, swing by Rancho San Lucas Golf Club. The legendary Greg Norman designed this golf course that offers stunning views of the Pacific Ocean and the surrounding desert landscape. The course features 18 holes that challenge players of all skill levels, with five sets of tees and various hazards and bunkers. The course also has a state-of-the-art practice facility, pro shop, and a clubhouse with a restaurant and bar.

16. Costa Palmas Golf Club

  • Average rating: 4.5 stars
  • Neighborhood: East Cape
  • Access: Private
Costa Palmas Golf Club is the only course on the East Cape and one of a few walkable courses in the entire region. The club features an 18-hole championship course designed by Robert Trent Jones II, each six-hole section features a different landscape, and the last six holes offer views of the chic Costa Palmas Marina. The club also has a practice facility, pro shop, clubhouse and restaurant. Costa Palmas Golf Club is part of the Costa Palmas resort community, which includes a marina, beach club, hotel and luxury residences. 

17. Puerto Los Cabos Golf Club

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  • Average rating: 4.5 stars
  • Neighborhood: La Playa
  • Access: Private
Puerto Los Cabos Golf Club is a unique 27-hole golf resort featuring three distinct courses designed by two of the sport’s most legendary figures, Greg Norman and Jack Nicklaus. The club is on a pristine coastal stretch along the Sea of Cortez, just east of the San Jose del Cabo estuary. Puerto Los Cabos Golf Club is a mixed-use resort community with gated residential neighborhoods, hotels and a world-class marina.

18. Cove Club

  • Average rating: 4 stars
  • Neighborhood: Del Sol
  • Access: Private
Located in the resort community of Cabo Del Sol, Cove Club is a public-turned-private course reserved for club members and their guests. If you become a member (or have a friend who invites you to play), you’ll enjoy another challenging Jack Nicklaus-designed course. Be sure to stop at Bambi, a vintage Airstream-turned-beachside taco stand between holes 9 and 10. Cabo San Lucas golf courses can challenge amateur and seasoned players with their pro-designed fairways and greens. With so many ways to golf in Cabo San Lucas, knowing where to stay is essential.And if you fall in love with Cabo San Lucas, consider owning a second home in this Mexican paradise. Pacaso’s fully managed co-ownership model makes it easy and hassle-free.
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