Zihuatanejo-Ixtapa Message Board - New Pricing at Campo de Golf Palma Real

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Steveo — Thu, 29 Sep 2022 15:33:37 +0000

Thanks WW for the info. If green fees are the same as last November I’ll play this November.
Just hope it does not get jacked up to over 100 bucks before then.

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Wonderful Wino — Thu, 29 Sep 2022 15:01:19 +0000

A new rate sheet is supposed to be out October 1st. Regarding the cost, the only change I know about will be an increase for the annual membership to $65,000P (from $60,000P). The only changes to the course have been:
The removal of the dead trees, branches, stumps, etc. from Hurricane Rick last year and an effort to better maintain the course in general.
The caddies are now in charge of maintaining the sand traps. Of course, this time of year, with all the rain, any work they do on the traps is un-done by the rain the previous evening. The rain also makes it impossible to cut the fairways sometimes, so you can have the best drive of your life and still lose your ball in the middle of the fairway.
Other "improvements" are the addition of 4" high cement curbs to the cart paths so you can't pull up close to the green.
The food and beverage palapa has been moved close to the area as you walk out after paying at the front desk. You will no longer walk to the caddy shack to get your cart; your cart will be brought to the area right outside the front desk. The cart path has been reconfigured to allow you easy access to food and beverage between holes 9 and 10.
The palapa where many players changed their shoes is gone, and the caddy shack will be gone soon, too.
Future plans are rumored to be: the removal of the tennis courts to be replaced by a swimming pool with casitas built around the pool; and reconfiguring hole #15 to add apartments/condos. Also, upstairs from the office will be a bar and restaurant.
Remember, the new owner is a developer, not a golf course owner.

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Steveo — Wed, 28 Sep 2022 17:37:40 +0000

Anyone play or heard of any changes on the course?
Just wondering if grounds are cleaned up manicured or same ol same ol.
Thx

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Steveo — Wed, 07 Sep 2022 15:10:04 +0000

Has anyone heard any news or played the Palma real golf course lately? Just wondering on any updates on the condition of the course and fees. Thx Steveo

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nicatnit — Thu, 11 Aug 2022 11:26:35 +0000

Amen.

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Steveo — Wed, 10 Aug 2022 16:42:21 +0000

We’ll put. For a RT Jones course it should be groomed a bit better. Break out the lawn mowers, groom the fairways mow in between the trees, pick up the palm branches, groom the traps and maintain the greens. Golf carts need brakes and suspension work or just upgrade them, and get some real rental clubs with grips and golf bags that aren’t from the 50s. Then raise the rates to 125.00 total for cart and clubs. Now you have a RT Jones course to play with no complaints.

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nicatnit — Wed, 10 Aug 2022 13:38:21 +0000

I totally agree. This dog patch of a course is a big ripoff. The layout is good, but the shabby condition of the tees fairways and greens combined with the unfriendly reception one receives as a visitor translates into doing other fun activities like the Picante. There is a huge difference to the consumer that understands what value is and that your business is appreciated.

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midalake — Tue, 09 Aug 2022 03:27:43 +0000

Always a catch in Mexico. Still love it down there though. Love the people, food and better bang for buck that Hawaii. Just once in a while you gotta shake your head and say WTF, really. And if your a golfer, this is one of those times.

They "just don't get it"

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Steveo — Tue, 09 Aug 2022 00:32:30 +0000

Always a catch in Mexico. Still love it down there though. Love the people, food and better bang for buck that Hawaii. Just once in a while you gotta shake your head and say WTF, really. And if your a golfer, this is one of those times.

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wisconsinjuan — Mon, 08 Aug 2022 23:41:50 +0000

We got free golf in PV some years ago. All you had to do was pay the mandatory cart rental fee of $45 per person. At least we knew in advance. Why call it free golf?

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Steveo — Mon, 08 Aug 2022 20:33:16 +0000

Yeah. I was having a hard time justifying 90 bucks in the past but still wasn’t breaking the bank and fun track to play. Now they can rake others over the coals and not improve the conditions of the course. No big deal, easy decision not to play and use that 130.00 on another Picante sunset or snorkel cruse.

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Tom in WI — Mon, 08 Aug 2022 19:00:09 +0000

The "new and improved" rates certainly are no bargain for those of us over 60 yrs old, who used to pay 1000 pesos for eighteen with a cart, and no required caddie-- just over two years ago. As listed, we're now looking at a minimum doubling of the former price. NOT good!!

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ZihuaRob — Mon, 08 Aug 2022 15:04:36 +0000

¡Gracias! Actualizado.

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Wonderful Wino — Mon, 08 Aug 2022 14:44:07 +0000

Tennis per hour per person $100P Tennis night per hour per person $160P Tennis for child per hour per person $50P Tennis nights for children $80P Rates subject to change without notice

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jay — Mon, 08 Aug 2022 05:33:06 +0000

Several years ago I stayed at a posh resort in Cancun. Not my choice, but that of my niece for her wedding. They offered free golf at their very nice course. So I took advantage of it. After renting clubs, buying overpriced balls and tees and drinks, paying for the mandatory cart and caddy, free golf cost me $80, not including the expected (near mandatory) tips for the caddy and starter. And all the caddy did was fill up my cooler and load my clubs. He didn't even walk the course with me.

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Steveo — Mon, 08 Aug 2022 04:10:57 +0000

I’ve never played a course that had mandatory caddy, ever. You go to the first hole and follow the path to the next hole. Sure if your playing Pebble Beach for 550.00 and don’t mind paying for course knowledge.
Nice of them to offer caddies at GPR but I’ve never heard of mandatory caddy and then charge guests.
Maybe we’re not getting the full information here on rates and caddies. They’ve offered me a caddy in the past but declined and went out to play.

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wisconsinjuan — Mon, 08 Aug 2022 03:28:56 +0000

Do you know their definition of visitor, for purposes of hiring a caddy? Are "residents" exempt from this ridiculous charge?

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Steveo — Sun, 07 Aug 2022 21:56:34 +0000

135.00 per round with cart and mandatory caddy. That’s not sweeting the pot. Last year 90 bucks with wife to ride along. Nobody came to there senses. After playing golf for 55 years I know a deal and a rip off before I book. I’m sure some people will be fine with the raised rates for a course that should be no more than 75 bucks and that’s a stretch for Ixtapa. So be it. I don’t have to play golf now in Ixtapa. Torrey Pines 50 bucks for residents and other So Cal course gems for 60 bucks or less. Extra Picante cruise will take the place now of high priced golf.

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Lalo — Sun, 07 Aug 2022 18:06:54 +0000

Nice to see they have realized the reality of the local market. Interesting to see that caddies are required for visitors. That being said, some of my best Mexican friends are fellows who caddied for me and ended up being golf buddies!

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ZihuaRob — Sun, 07 Aug 2022 17:23:21 +0000

Thanks for the update, amigo. Very much appreciated it. Please let me know if any of the info on my Activities page is incorrect.

Activities > Golf & Tennis

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Wonderful Wino — Sun, 07 Aug 2022 16:54:45 +0000

It seems the new management has come to their senses. Be advised that these prices could change come November. Phone number for reservations 755-688-2268. email: recepcion@golfpalmareal.mx

18 holes (shared cart) $1600P before 2 p.m. for visitors to Zihua
18 holes " $1200P " for residents of Zihua
18 holes (shared cart) $1200P after 2 p.m. for visitors to Zihua
Cart $450P ($250P per person)
Practice balls $100P for 50 balls
Caddie $500P (mandatory for visitors). (The rate sheet says "Services and costs of caddies are independent of the course". As far as I'm concerned if they're independent contractors then it's up to me to set the price.)
A non-golf partner can accompany you in your cart for $250P
Annual memberships are currently available for $60,000P until October 1st, when the price will be $65,000P plus $350 per game.
A 15% discount is currently being offered for +20 rounds