RIO MAR BEACH RESORT
🇵🇷 Rio Grande, Puerto Rico, PR
Designed by George Fazio, Tom Fazio

Ocean at Rio Mar is a golfer's defiant rebuttal to the Caribbean's languid reputation. Carved into the dramatic, windswept coastline near Rio Grande, this Tom and George Fazio design presents a compelling challenge amidst breathtaking beauty. Its genesis lies in the late 1970s, a modern interpretation of seaside golf, though one decidedly more verdant than traditional links.
The Ocean Course is not defined by sheer length, but by strategy. Trade winds are a constant companion, shaping both tee shots and approaches, especially on the exposed holes hugging the Atlantic. Generous fairways can lull you into complacency, but the well-guarded greens demand accuracy. The course favors those who can master the low, penetrating shot, keeping the ball under the ever-present breeze. The layout finishes with a memorable quartet of holes along the water, a final gauntlet that can make or break a round. While it has seen regional amateur events, Ocean at Rio Mar's appeal lies more in its demanding yet accessible design, offering a stern test for resort guests and local players alike.
Beyond the course, Ocean at Rio Mar fosters a convivial atmosphere, particularly on weekends when the local golfing community gathers. While not a club steeped in centuries of tradition, it embodies the vibrant, welcoming spirit of Puerto Rican golf. Many golfers gather after their round and try the local alcapurrias at the bar - an important tradition for Ocean at Rio Mar’s locals and repeat players alike.
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FAQ
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Ocean at Rio Mar Beach Resort has a Course Vaults score of 6.9 out of 10 based on 4 explicit golfer ratings.
Ocean was designed by George Fazio and Tom Fazio.
Yes. Ocean at Rio Mar Beach Resort is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Ocean is 71.
Ocean plays 6,782 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Ocean is 132.