Played in March. Golf course in great shape. Marshals friendly and helpful. Pace of play was not bad. Rented clubs from the Pro Shop. Clubs in good shape and can not be used as an excuse for my high score.
After the weather went through Palm Springs we planned a day here and signed up for the "all you can eat package."It had rained so the range was muddy and restricted to 175 yards - that stunk and every ball you hit you had mud on your shorts. Most won't have this problem.We went out at 9:20 and played the Players Course - nice course, greens in great shape. We got very lucky and were able to finish and immediately turn onto the celebrity course. We got lucky that a 2some didn't show so we got lucky. Otherwise we would have to waite 40 minutes. Even so - we got 35 holes in and it got way too dark.Note to the "all you can eat" rate - no guarantee you get out again at all - or on which course (might have to play same one again")In any case I *will* be visiting this again. And looking at the Renaissance 'all you can eat' golf plans. Was hearing good things from the folks we were playing with.
We've played the player's course twice - there are two (celebrity and players). The course can be challenging - with seven sets of tee boxes choose your distance wisely! On this visit we were matched with a couple. The gentleman felt he could play from the tips at 7300 yards and spent the first nine holes complaining that he couldn't figure out what was wrong with his game. When he moved forward to a shorter tee box he found his game improved. The clubhouse is an experience all on it's own with excellent choices for pre-post game snacks or meals. The course is excellently maintained and fun to play. The staff is always courteous and professional from the valet's at the bag drops, to the starters and ambassadors on the course, to the wait staff in the restaurants.
In January the cost is $155 but relatively speaking for the area it's worth it! We were on the Players Course and conditions were perfect, very fair but challenging! The course is beautiful and just plain fun to play in every way. Pace of play was good for a resort and we finished in 4 hours.
Had a great time and played the Celebrity course on a recent trip to Palm Springs. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Even with windy conditions we enjoyed our game!
I've played hundreds of golf courses over the past 20 years. The Indian Wells Celebrity Course, back 9 holes in particular, are some of the prettiest I've ever seen. The clubhouse is a work of art, huge, and one of the best equipped... I'll definitely be back!
From the moment you arrive at the course, the staff makes you feel right at home. The clubhouse is beautiful. We were met at the entrance by the valet who could not have been more polite and helpful. While they managed our car and bags, we checked out the pro shop and checked in. Breakfast at the grill was outstanding. The locker room was outstanding. This is a club with a lot of history, and the photos in the men's locker room showcased the famous members.The course was in great shape. The day we played was very windy, but everyone in the group wanted to keep playing because of the quality of the course. We were met on the 18th by one of the course staff who took a group picture for us at the scenic 18th hole. The bar was well stocked, and the staff did everything to make us comfortable. This is a must play course in an area where you have plenty of choices. Choose Indian Wells.
If you are in the Palm Springs area and love golf, this is worth the stop. The big problem is getting a tee time because the Players and Celebrity courses are in demand.Good bar and great restaurant. Whether a tall cold one after a round or and intimate dinner at the Vue, well worth the stop.If you you want to play in late fall and/or winter, you may not finish eighteen if your tee time is after 12:00 PM.
Although there a dozens of golf courses to play in the Coachella Valley, you must play Indian Wells. With two tracks to choose from you will be mesmerized on several holes on both courses. Well manicured and maintained, they have created difficult but fair courses that reward for good golf management. Excellent food and ice colds drinks at the bar. Well stocked pro shop too!
I enjoyed lunch at this location twice while staying across the street. The ambience of the restaurant was wonderful - both sophisticate and relaxed. The menu was wonderful and service great. I will definitely return.