Kiva Dunes
Sweet home Alabama! These Lynyrd Skynyrd lyrics have been ingrained into our minds for most of our lives, but once you step foot in the great state of Alabama you truly get a sense of why these words were written in the first place.
The golf resorts in Alabama embody this spirit, and when you are onsite there you will be immersed in a feeling of southern hospitality with fantastic golf that provides some of the best value you will find anywhere in the United States.
We’ve taken the pleasure of putting together a list of five golf resorts in Alabama that embody that spirit, and we hope you consider these as your next home away from home for a golf getaway.
Auburn Marriott Opelika Resort & Spa at Grand National
Conveniently located only 90 minutes away from Atlanta’s Hartsfield International Airport, the Auburn Marriott Opelika Resort & Spa at Grand National provides golfers with the perfect haven for a golf getaway. With 54 holes of golf to enjoy including the Lake and Links Course championship designs as well as the 18-hole Short Course, this resort has hosted countless events including the NCAA D1 Men’s and Women’s National Championships, the LPGA Tour, the Korn Ferry Tour, and the PGA Tour.
Auburn Marriott Opelika Resort & Spa at Grand National
Renaissance Birmingham Ross Bridge Golf Resort & Spa
A favorite for many Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail travelers, the Renaissance Birmingham Ross Bridge Golf Resort & Spa features a newly renovated resort as well as a newly renovated golf course onsite with the Ross Bridge Course that features a massive layout with dramatic elevation changes at this mammoth course that tips out at nearly 8,200 yards. Don’t worry though, as there are plenty of options to play it forward here and enjoy this iconic design. Guests at the resort can also enjoy the nearby RTJ Golf Trail at Oxmoor Valley that features the Ridge course, the Valley course, and the incredibly fun short course known as The Back Yard.
Renaissance Birmingham Ross Bridge Golf Resort & Spa
Pursell Farms
If you look up the term “hidden gem” in the dictionary, there is a good chance you’ll find a picture of Pursell Farms in Sylacauga, Alabama. This serene and secluded resort is home to FarmLinks at Pursell Farms, an award-winning track that has been sculpted out of scenic farmlands and features some epic elevation changes as you may have seen the dramatic par-3 5th hole featured in several social media videos over the years with its 172-foot drop from the back tee to the green. You’ll quickly see why this property gets all the attention that it does once you start researching it, and it’s a great place to consider if you’re thinking of visiting Alabama soon.
Pursell Farms
Grand Hotel Golf Resort & Spa
Another exceptional location that is part of the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail, The Grand Hotel Golf Resort & Spa in Point Clear, Alabama is another great option for your next Alabama golf adventure. With 36 holes of golf available at the nearby Lakewood Golf Club with the Azalea Course and Dogwood Course, these beautiful courses are aptly named after the signature trees that can be found throughout the design of these tree-lined beauties. In addition to the great golf here, you can enjoy some of the other activities around the resort such as tennis and pickleball, croquet, lounge poolside, or take in some of the natural wonders that are unique to this area such as the Monarch migration or bird-watching.
Grand Hotel Golf Resort & Spa
Kiva Dunes
If coastal beauty is something your group is looking to enjoy on your next golf getaway, then you should look at Kiva Dunes in Gulf Shores, Alabama. This beachside gem is consistently ranked as one of the best courses in the state, and with good reason as this Jerry Pate and Jim Edgemon design features meticulously manicured conditioning and plenty of hazards to avoid on a layout that rewards accuracy throughout your round. The resort features pristine beaches, multiple pools, and a slew of homes and lodges to rent that makes it perfect for a golf group to enjoy.
Kiva Dunes
Recommendation
Alabama is home to so many wonderful golf experiences, and these are just a few of our favorites that we think your group would enjoy on a golf getaway. With a multitude of lodging, golf, and price point options that can fit any budget, there’s no doubt that Alabama can create an experience that your group won’t soon forget and with Fall fast approaching, we suggest creating a golf experience that ties in a football game at the University of Alabama or Auburn to be that “cherry on top” of an already great stay and play excursion.
Make sure to visit Golf Alabama here for all of your golf needs.