The Biltmore

The Biltmore golf course, an integral piece of the grand Biltmore Hotel in Coral Gables, echoes an era when golf course design aimed to seamlessly integrate into a resort experience. This classic parkland layout, originally conceived during the Golden Age, meanders through the lush, meticulously maintained landscape of one of Miami’s most affluent enclaves. Its gentle undulations and strategic bunkering provide a classic test, rewarding accuracy over sheer power, though its design won’t intimidate higher handicaps.

Donald Ross, the master architect of the original design, shaped the course to complement the hotel's Mediterranean Revival style, which remains today. Later, Brian Silva led a significant restoration, preserving Ross’s original intent while subtly modernizing the playing surfaces. The routing features doglegs that favor a strategic approach, and while it may not possess the dramatic elevation changes of other courses, it demands thoughtful club selection and an appreciation for old-world design principles.

The Biltmore has hosted numerous tournaments through the years. Beyond its course pedigree, The Biltmore enjoys a unique connection to its affluent Coral Gables community, functioning as a social hub as much as a golfing venue. Many members savor post-round relaxation on the hotel's iconic veranda or the 19th hole with its local favorite "Cuban Sandwich," solidifying the Club's legacy as a cultural institution.