Miami Beach at Miami Beach Golf Club

Miami Beach Golf Club bears the mark of a bygone era, a monument to the burgeoning leisure scene of the 1920s on Alton Road. Originally crafted by the esteemed Arthur Hills, this is not a course that overwhelms with length, but instead asks the player to navigate subtle doglegs and contend with strategically placed water hazards that come into play on almost every hole.

The parkland layout, while not hugging the coastline, reflects the South Florida landscape with its gentle undulations and palm-lined fairways. Several significant renovations in recent years, including work by Bruce Devlin and Robert Trent Jones Jr. (father and son), have modernized the playing experience without sacrificing the soul of the original design. It is a course that favors the thoughtful player, one who can shape shots and manage their game, rather than simply overpowering the landscape.

This is not a place steeped in major championship history, yet its position within Miami Beach makes it a social nexus and an important golf hub for the region. The Club has a thriving and active membership who are more likely to be found enjoying a post-round meal or drink together on the patio rather than chasing a spot on leaderboards.

The Miami Beach Golf Club is a comfortable golf club, it's unpretentious and it's understood. It's a place to play and be seen, and for many, that's the ultimate Miami Beach experience.