Semi-Private · 18 Holes

Pasatiempo Golf Club

20 Clubhouse Road, Santa Cruz, California

Semi-PrivateMembership
18Holes
Alister MacKenzieCourse Designer
4.6359 Reviews
Santa Cruz, CALocation
1Listings

The Club

About Pasatiempo Golf Club

Pasatiempo Golf Club, located in Santa Cruz, California, is a historic golf course designed by the legendary Alister MacKenzie. Known for its breathtaking scenery and challenging layout, the course offers ocean views and a memorable golfing experience. Pasatiempo is recognized among the top 100 golf courses in the world and has hosted numerous prestigious tournaments.

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Green Fees

Public$429
Guest$110 Might be the best deal in all of golf

Rates are approximate and from public sources — confirm current pricing with the course.

Facilities

Club Amenities

Motor Cart
Pull Cart
Club Rental
Pro Shop
Golf Lessons
Caddie Hire
Driving Range
Putting Green
Chipping Green
Practice Bunker
Restaurant
Reception Hall
Clubhouse

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Membership

Joining Pasatiempo Golf Club

Pasatiempo Golf Club offers a unique membership experience where members must purchase a share of stock in Pasatiempo, Inc. Members enjoy access to the championship 18-hole course, discounts on pro shop and dining purchases, and participation in various in-house golf clubs. The club provides a vibrant social scene with events and tournaments.

Membership Options

Ways to Join

Individual

golf
  • $27,500Initiation
  • $8,640/yrAnnual

Annual playing privileges for individual shareholders.

  • Access to championship course
  • Discounts on pro shop and dining

Individual and Spouse

golf
  • $27,500Initiation
  • $11,820/yrAnnual

Annual playing privileges for individual and playing spouse.

  • Access to championship course
  • Discounts on pro shop and dining

Fees are approximate and gathered from public sources — contact the club to confirm current pricing.

Reviews

What People Say

4.6/5
Google · 359 reviews
In summary

Pasatiempo Golf Club is highly praised for its exceptional course conditions, classic Alistair MacKenzie design, and challenging layout, making it a favorite among many golfers. The staff is generally regarded as helpful and friendly, and the club offers a nostalgic experience with well-maintained greens and creative bunkering. However, some visitors express concerns about the high green fees, occasional issues with customer service, and certain amenities not meeting expectations, such as the driving range and clubhouse facilities.

6 months ago
Great course my favorite in Northern California, incredible conditions and really fun holes although very pricey at $450 a round. Greens are diabolical given it’s a Mackenzie track and pin placements can be really challengingl. Play from the whites if you’re not a single digit HCP. Very few great condition public Mackenzie courses out there worth the visit!
— Matt D
a month ago
Had a great time playing the course and conditions were perfect. All staff were very helpful and the food in the restaurant after the round hit the spot. Only issue was the head cover I bought has started falling apart.
— Kevin Ganotisi
2 months ago
Wow! Such a tough, fun, great course to play ⛳️ and a pretty decent burger dog at the turn. Not cheap though... the golf or the dog. Great service, great experience, in my top 10 norcal courses.
— Dan Phillips
2 months ago
Classic Makenzie masterpiece. The course has that old school feel with the added challenge of fascinatingly creative bunkering and the most fun greens you could ask for. The hills make it play long. Love to give this a 5, but the “intangibles” pull it down. This is semi-private and gets a lot of play from public golfers despite the $470 price tag. At this price, there shouldn’t be un-raked footprints in bunkers and as many ball marks on greens. The range seems like an afterthought. Balls were frequently flying onto adjoining fairways, especially 1 and 9. Clubhouse is modest, at best, workers f…
— Jim Smyth
4 months ago
Had the opportunity to play last year, best course I’ve ever played. I used to say spyglass was my favorite course I’ve ever played until I played here. If you’ve play here, get a caddie, easily saved me 10 strokes. Whoever gave this less than 5 stars should not be allowed to rate anything…. Ever
— greg easton
a year ago
There’s something very nostalgic about this golf course and I love it. It’s easy to get excited about playing a MacKenzie course but once you get there you get a greater appreciation for how this course was built and the inspiration that went into Augusta. He uses the land amazingly and doesn't try and make it terribly difficult for newer golfers, but the greens and bunker positions are what can kill you on this course. But have fun because this is the only golf course that almost makes you feel like you’re in a different time.
— Tanner Thomas
5 months ago
Pasatiempo is immaculate -- I waited for years until the renovation was completed to play and it was worth it. I've played another Mackenzie course before (Royal Melbourne) and can definitely see the similarities in design. The staff were all wonderful as well. A $400 green fee is fine, but there were smaller details missing from the experience that I've found at other courses with a similar premium price point. Golf carts didn't come with towels, didn't have an ice chest, nor did the built in club cleaner have any liquid in it. I knocked a star off because of their exploitative $35 "booking…
— Ben Connel
8 months ago
Top 3 favorite course on my list, such a great experience. My 2nd time playing it, the course remodel is awesome, little more forgiving which was needed. They did a great job, employees were great, swag/logo is top notch. Can’t say enough good things about Pasa. Pictures don’t do it justice!
— Chad Kiesz
7 years ago
It is a beautiful and challenging course. The front 9 probably to warm you up but the back 9 definitely a challenge for every single hole. Tricky and character, you have to plan tour hot before teeing off as you will get into the trap and sand bunker easily. Putting still manageable except on hole 18 par 3, you better put close to the pin as it will easily roll out of green! It was a fun but tired after 18 holes !
— Andrew Goh
4 years ago
Unbelievable afternoon at Pasa. Was fortunate to play Pebble a couple weeks ago and thought it’d never be topped, but then I played here. Great test and my first Mackenzie. Best course I’ve played so far - can’t wait to go back.
— Zachary Sorenson
7 years ago
Great and Challenging Golf Course. The course was in very good condition and the staff was super helpful and friendly. The clubhouse is dated but the food and service were good. In order to hit balls, you have to get there early as the driving range is off site. It's a great track for sure.
— Jeb Smith
8 months ago
Little bit underwhelming experience. Course is beautiful, but all that hype? I don't know. And, and,... this course is definitely NOT walkable unless you prefer hiking over playing golf (contrary to what Pasatiempo website claims). Literally not a single flat hole. We'll maybe 14, but even that one has a ditch right at the landing area so just another uneven lie. Positives - great condition and most of the green complexes are spectacular.
— Radim S

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