Bermuda Golf Courses & Clubs

Bermuda Golf Courses

Bermuda golf is something very special. Because you will probably not see such lush green expanses and the breathtaking settings with oceanic views in many other places in the world.

Many of the Bermuda golf courses are designed by some of the greatest architects. If you take interest in following the well known architects of golf courses, here are some names you will love to hear: Robert Trent Jones, Charles Banks, Charles Blair Mcdonald are some of them who designed the courses in Bermuda.

So what can you expect out of Bermuda golf? Great championship golf courses, stunning scenery, great climate, and elevated tees with spectacular ocean views. While golf in Bermuda is played round the year and the flowing ocean breeze will always keep you feel comfortable, Bermuda golf courses may sometimes get crowded during the high season (April through October). This is the time when most tourists arrive at the island. So finding Tee time may not be all that easy.

Bermuda Golf Course - 17th Hole, Belmont Hills

But during winter, Bermuda weather is simply excellent for golfing and finding tee time is also relatively easy.

So which are those spectacular Bermuda golf courses? Before I come to that, won't you like to know who out of the big names other than the top golfers of the world, have played golf in Bermuda? George Bush, John Kennedy, Richard Nixon, Jimmy Carter & Winston Churchill, the list goes on... One more thing... you need to seriously factor in the unpredictable Atlantic breeze, if you are playing golf in Bermuda.

Bermuda Golf Courses

Fairmont Southampton Golf Club (Southampton Parish, 18 holes, 2684 yards, par 54)

This golf course, part of the hotel Fairmont Southampton complex, offers excellent marine and landscape views. This is a fairly challenging course with water hazards. The complex includes a pro shop, tennis courts, bar & restaurants.

Port Royal Golf Course (Southampton Parish, 18 holes, 6842 yards, par 71)

This Bermuda golf course is known for its spectacular ocean views, the lush greenery and ocean side cliffs. The course includes on-site dining options and a pro shop.

Bermuda Golf Academy (Southampton)

This is not a golf course, but has 40 practice bays with 320 yards driving range, and also a practice green. The place is great if you like to practice or take a learning session. It has both day & nighttime playing provisions on all seven days a week.

Riddell's Bay Golf & Country Club (Warwick Parish, 18 holes, 5800 yards, par 70)

Some of the holes of this golf course are so close to the ocean that it imposes fair amount of challenges. In fact, they say that the first hole is the toughest in the whole of Bermuda. You get a pro shop and dining option here as well.

Belmont Hills Golf Club (Warwick Parish, 18 holes, 6017 yards, par 70)

This golf course has undergone a full renovation in the recent past. The course has now become much faster with use of Tiff-Eagle greens and also more attractive with lakes separated by a waterfall. The excellent ocean views and tropical landscaping also add to the new course's appeal. There is a pro shop and a snack bar and restaurant in the complex.

Ocean View Golf Course (Devonshire Parish, 9 holes, 2940 yards, par 35)

So you can easily guess why is this course called Ocean View. Yes, there are quite a few tees that are elevated and you get a spectacular view of the ocean from there. This 9 hole course has a driving range and is ideal for a quick game.

St. George's Golf Course (St. George's parish, 18 holes, 4043 yards, par 62)

St George Golf course in Bermuda is located on a picturesque setting. It's a 18 hole golf course designed by Robert Trent Jones.

Mid Ocean Golf Club (St. George's parish, 18 holes, 6512 yards, par 71)

This Bermuda golf course is ranked by the experts as one of the best in the world. Other than fantastic views, this course is accompanied by guest rooms, full-service clubhouse, tennis courts and beaches.

Tuckers Point Golf Club (St. George's parish, 18 holes, 6361 yards, par 70)

The holes and the entire greens have been redesigned. The course has dramatic views and re-contoured fairways and bunkers. It now has new practice facility, a driving range, practice putting green and short game area. All greens have been rebuilt with Tiff-Eagle to make the course much faster and better.

Reserving Tee time in Bermuda Golf Courses

You need to keep one thing in mind, unlike in many other countries, you can not just walk into a golf course in Bermuda, pay and play golf.

Except for few Bermuda golf clubs, most of the others are private clubs. Port Royal, Ocean View and St. George's clubs are the ones that are Bermuda Government owned. At the private Bermuda golf clubs, in general you need to be introduced by an existing member.

Few of the private clubs do entertain non-members, but you need to book well in advance directly with them. However, many of the hotels have corporate memberships and can introduce limited number of their guests. And therefore, during winter time it becomes that much easier for you to get tee times. Cruise ships also make arrangements for golfing as part of their excursion packages.

There is a new website (www.tee.bm) which has come up through which you can reserve your Tee time in advance. The site supports most of the premier golf courses in Bermuda. There is a one time registration required with your credit card no. However no charge is levied at the time of registration. In case a particular golf course is not covered in their list, they will provide contact information and guide you with the reservation process. You can also write to them on their email address info@table.bm for further information.

And for the Government owned Bermuda Golf courses, you can alternatively call the central reservation system. Here is the number to call: 441/234 4653.

Is Golfing in Bermuda Expensive?

Well it certainly used to be so once. In fact, it's still more expensive compared to USA or parts of Europe. Few years back, I had paid up some 250$ to play golf for a day. But the pricing have been revised with economic challenges coming in. These days you can play a round of 18-hole golf in Ocean View Golf Club at $89 with a cart and at Fairmont Southampton for $59 (additional $17 for a cart). Port Royal Golf Club charges $180 including a cart.

Dress Code in Bermuda Golf Courses

Bermuda golfing is formal. That means you need to wear collared shirts. Shorts in most cases need to be of Bermuda length, that is up to your knee. Jeans and cutoffs are not allowed.

Bermuda Golf Tournaments

Golf's most apex event, the PGA Grand Slam of Golf where the winners of the year's four major golf championships compete to become the 'Champion of Champions', is held in Bermuda.

Check Bermuda Golf Tournaments to know all about the different tournaments that are played in Bermuda round the year, the club venues where they are held, the available packages, and many other details.

Visit Bermuda Activities to know about all the activities in the island.

Visitors' Reviews & Comments

David Taylor

We will be in your country for 3 days in November. We will play golf on Wednesday Nov. 9th, 2011 and would like to consider playing at your course. Please send us the fees that you would charge for that day. Please include greens fees, cart rental, club rentals and any other fees or taxes. Thank you

Raj

Please contact the Golf Club directly for the rates and other information. Since I do not know which course you are planning to play at, please choose the course in this page. You will find the contact numbers there. Unfortunately most of them do not have email ids. So you will need to call them over phone. For reservation at any of the Bermuda government owned courses, there is a central phone number: 441/234-4653. You can also visit the website www.tee.bm for reserving tee time.

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