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Pebble Without the Price Tag: Monterey Peninsula Golf

Five Monterey Peninsula courses within 20 miles, from $80 to $150.

You don't need a Pebble Beach budget to play on the Monterey Peninsula. Pacific Grove, Poppy Hills, Del Monte, Bayonet and Laguna Seca give you five very different rounds within 20 miles.

Pacific Grove is a municipal course with ocean views, Del Monte is the oldest continuously operating course west of the Mississippi, Poppy Hills is a Pebble Beach course with a more approachable price, and Bayonet is a challenging former military course.

This is a value-oriented trip on a world-famous peninsula.

Region
West Coast
Courses
5
Total driving
20 miles
Duration
3 days
Estimated green fees
~$515
Difficulty
Intermediate

Courses in this guide

  1. Pacific Grove Golf Links — Pacific Grove, California
  2. Poppy Hills Golf Course — Pebble Beach, California
  3. Del Monte Golf Course — Monterey, California
  4. Bayonet Golf Course (Seaside) — Seaside, California
  5. Laguna Seca Golf Ranch — Monterey, California

Suggested itineraries

  1. Day 1: Pacific Grove and Poppy Hills

    Play Pacific Grove in the morning and Poppy Hills in the afternoon.

  2. Day 2: Del Monte and Bayonet

    Play Del Monte, then Bayonet in Seaside.

  3. Day 3: Laguna Seca

    Play Laguna Seca on the Salinas side before going home.

Where to stay

  • Asilomar Conference Grounds: Historic grounds near Pacific Grove.
  • Lighthouse Lodge & Suites: Pacific Grove.
  • Portola Hotel & Spa: Downtown Monterey.
  • Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa: Waterfront.
  • Embassy Suites Seaside: Practical.

Where to eat

  • Passionfish: Pacific Grove.
  • Old Fisherman's Grotto: Wharf seafood.
  • Tarpy's Roadhouse: Monterey.
  • Stillwater Bar & Grill: Pebble Beach.
  • The Tap Room: Pebble Beach.

Getting around

A car is needed. Total mileage is about 20 miles, with all courses within 10 minutes of each other.

Best time to visit

September to November is best. Summer has fog.

Budget tips

  • Pacific Grove is the best value.
  • Weekday twilight rates are lower.
  • Stay in Seaside or Marina.
  • Laguna Seca is a lower-cost option.

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