Golf in Barbados
The popular question that is on the minds of many visitors is whether or not Barbados golf is capable of matching the thrill and hype that Caribbean golf is known for. The answer to this question is a resounding yes!
From old quarries and rolling hillsides to wooded gullies and the most beautiful Caribbean settings, spending time playing golf on any of the island’s world-class golf courses allows you to soak in every ounce of tropical weather and stunning ocean views making for a unique golf experience. Barbados was also host to the World Cup Golf Championships and is where professional golf Tiger woods married his former wife Elin Nordegren.
Barbados Golf Courses
It is easy to understand why Barbados golf is steadily increasing in popularity amongst golfers around the world but the easiest way to set aside all of your worries regarding golf in Barbados is to experience it for yourself! Here are some of the most popular Barbados golf courses.
Apes Hill Club
On December 5, 2009, the Apes Hill Club championship golf course opened. Built with lush pasture-land, wooded ravines, sparkling lakes and coral stone quarries, everything about this golf club stands out. With its many elevated tees , breathtaking views of both the West and East coast of the island allow golfers the opportunity to enjoy a satisfying game regardless of their scorecard.
Sandy Lane Green Monkey Golf Course
Carved from old limestone quarries, the Green Monkey is a spectacular 72 par, 7,343-yard golf Course. All thanks goes to Tom Fazio for helping create this beautifully designed golf course. Note that this golf course is exclusive to guests of the luxurious Sandy Lane resort.
Royal Westmoreland Country Club
This golf club is a brilliant combination of a championship golf course and luxury spa resort. Visiting here allows golfers to experience Barbados’ luxury at its finest. Designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr., the Royal Westmoreland Country Club is a Par 72, 7045 year Barbados golf course.
Sandy Lane Country Club Golf Course
With five lakes, lush greens and perfectly cut fairways, the Country Club Barbados golf course is most certainly a golfer’s paradise. Open to the public, this is a challenging 72 par, 7,060 yard course designed by Tom Fazio.
The Barbados Golf Club
Reconstructed to fit the design specifications of Ron Kirby and reopened in 2000, this golf club was redesigned to create a game that is more pleasurable, fair and challenging for every golfer.
Sandy Lane Old Nine Golf Course
The oldest of the Sandy Lane Barbados golf courses, built in 1961, this 36 par, 3, 345-yard Old Nine is very demanding for golfers with its small greens and tight fairways.
Rockley Golf Course
Located on the south coast of lovely Barbados, this 9 hole par 70 course stretches out to approximately 5,610 yards. After a game or two, the Rockley Golf Course offers a restaurant and shop to relax in.