Golf Course Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Our multi-round golf rates can only be booked by phone. Please call 866-380-1778 to book.

In order to provide the best selection of available tee times, we require our guests to secure their tee time reservations with a credit card. Your card will not be charged when the reservation is made. However, you are subject to a payment penalty if you do not show for your tee time or if you reduce your number of players without at least 24 hours of advance notice. If you need to cancel or modify your tee time, you must call reservations at 866-380-1778 at least 24 hours before your tee time to avoid a payment penalty.

Yes. Non-player riders are welcome, but they must pay a nominal fee of $25 to do so. The fee covers access to our facilities and golf cart usage.

Our three golf courses are 18-hole championship layouts. Each of our courses are suitable for all golfers and offer a variety of tee options, including junior and senior tees. For beginner golfers who are still learning to play, or families with young children, we recommend trying 9 holes at the Arthur Hills or George Fazio course. The Robert Trent Jones course does not offer 9 hole rounds.

Yes. The dress code policy at all Palmetto Dunes golf courses is collared shirts. Dress for the weather. Be comfortable and a hat is advised. Our Pro Shop has a large selection of hats, gloves and clothing. Tennis shoes are adequate. Running shoes are not designed for golf. No denim, cut offs or tank tops please.

Yes. We offer rental club sets for men and women. Each of our three courses offer rental sets; the Robert Trent Jones offers TaylorMade sets and Arthur Hills and George Fazio offer Nike. Please request your rental set when making your reservation.

The Palmetto Dunes Golf Academy offers year-round lessons and instruction for golfers of all ages and skill levels. Director of Golf Instruction, Doug Weaver, hosts a free exhibition every Monday at 4:00 pm at the Jones course.

The Palmetto Dunes Golf Academy used the V1 Coaching System, an industry leader available in the Class A and director of instruction private lessons, 3 hour classes, one day schools and multi day schools. Bring your own smartphone or camera. We can make it a great tool for golf improvement.

To keep our courses in pristine condition, we undergo seasonal routine maintenance. Our maintenance schedule is subject to change without notice. Please call ahead for maintenance dates: 866-380-1778.

The Robert Trent Jones course features Champion Bermuda, the Arthur Hills course features Tifdwarf Bermuda and the George Fazio course features Diamond Zoysia.

The Robert Trent Jones and Arthur Hills courses each off a regulation driving range. The George Fazio course offers a limited flight warm-up range.

Palmetto Dunes offers a number of discounts for active and retired military. You must mention military discount at the time of booking and present a valid military ID when checking in to receive this discount.

Gift cards may be purchased online here or at any resort retail outlet or by calling 866-380-1778.

Yes, we do offer an online retail store. You can access the online store here. Please note the products on our online store and what our pro shops feature may differ.

The majority of our guests fly in to the Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport (SAV), which is approximately 45 minutes from Hilton Head Island. You may also arrive via the Hilton Head Airport (HHH), only a 10 minute drive from Palmetto Dunes. For directions and maps go here.

In addition to our three championship golf courses, you can enjoy three miles of beach, biking around the resort, kayaking or canoeing on our 11-mile lagoon, world-class tennis and more. Additionally, Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina, located directly across from the resort, features waterfront shopping, dining and water activities plus in-shore and off-shore fishing charters. Palmetto Dunes also offers a wide selection of private vacation homes for rent and villa accommodations.