
Bahia Beach Course
Bahia Beach Resort & Golf Club




About this course
Bahia Beach, carved from the coconut palm-lined shores of Río Grande, represents a bold reimagining of Puerto Rican golf. Originally conceived by Robert Trent Jones Jr., the oceanfront course embraces the prevailing eastern trade winds to challenge golfers of every level. This modern design favors a strategic approach, compelling players to carefully consider club selection and shot trajectory to navigate the generous fairways and subtly undulating greens. The occasional need to shape shots around strategically placed bunkers or account for the wind adds a layer of complexity and enjoyment for the experienced golfer. While Bahia Beach hasn't hosted major championships, its commitment to providing an exceptional golf experience is a draw for locals and resort guests alike. The post-round scene often centers around the clubhouse veranda, where the celebrated piña coladas are a perfect ending to a day on the links.
Rankings
Ranked by CV ratings from golfers who've played this course. Positions are shown worldwide, by country, and by state; the Public column compares courses anyone can play.
Best in World
Best in Puerto Rico
Best in Puerto Rico
Quick facts
- Location
- Rio Grande, PR
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 2008
- Holes
- 18
- Designer
- Robert Trent Jones, Jr.
- Par
- 72
- Length
- 6,300 metres
- Difficulty
- 76.1/146
- Course Vaults score
- 7.7
Getting there
The journey to Bahia Beach Resort & Golf Club begins at Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport in San Juan (SJU), roughly forty-five minutes to an hour's drive east along the northern coast of Puerto Rico before turning south toward the quieter reaches of Rio Grande. For those arriving by private aircraft, the nearby airstrips and charter services offer a more discreet entry point, though the resort's location on the island's northeastern edge rewards the overland approach with glimpses of lush tropical terrain and the gradual transition from urban sprawl to the verdant, rain-forested landscape that frames the property. The final stretch winds through the verdant hills of the El Yunque foothills, where the road narrows and the air grows thick with the scent of tropical vegetation, before opening onto the gated entrance of this ultra-exclusive enclave. Arrival at Bahia Beach is less a destination than a deliberate withdrawal - a carefully orchestrated passage from the modern world into a realm of privacy, ocean views, and championship golf carved from the Puerto Rican wilderness.

FAQ
Common questions about Bahia Beach
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Bahia Beach has a Course Vaults score of 7.7 out of 10 based on 20 logged golfers.
Bahia Beach was designed by Robert Trent Jones, Jr..
Yes. Bahia Beach is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Bahia Beach is 72.
Bahia Beach plays 6,300 metres from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Bahia Beach is 146.



