Dominican Republic shines on Golfweek’s Best 2024 Golf Courses list

Santo Domingo.- The Dominican Republic has once again secured a prominent spot on Golfweek’s Best 2024 list, which highlights the top golf courses in Mexico, the Caribbean, the Atlantic Islands, and Central America. This year, the country reaffirms its status as a premier golf destination, boasting seven courses in the top 50 of the region, including the top three positions.

Golfweek’s rating panel, comprising hundreds of members, continuously evaluates golf courses based on 10 rigorous criteria, providing an overall rating for each course. These scores are averaged to produce a final cumulative ranking, which is then compared to other courses in the region.

Dominican Republic Golf Courses Featured in Golfweek’s Best 2024 List:

1. Playa Grande Golf & Ocean Club – 8.01
   • Location: Río San Juan, Dominican Republic
   • Architects: Robert Trent Jones Sr., Rees Jones (1997)
   • Position: 1
2. Cap Cana (Punta Espada) – 7.72
   • Location: Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
   • Architect: Jack Nicklaus (2006)
   • Position: 2
3. Casa de Campo (Teeth of the Dog) – 7.56
   • Location: La Romana, Dominican Republic
   • Architect: Pete Dye (1971)
   • Position: T3
4. Puntacana Resort & Club (Corales) – 7.13
   • Location: Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
   • Architect: Tom Fazio (2010)
   • Position: 8
5. Casa de Campo (Dye Fore) – 6.51
   • Location: La Romana, Dominican Republic
   • Architect: Pete Dye (2002)
   • Position: 23
6. Casa de Campo (La Romana) – 6.04
   • Location: La Romana, Dominican Republic
   • Architect: Pete Dye (1990)
   • Position: T44
7. Puntacana Resort (La Cana: Hacienda/Arrecife) – 5.94
   • Location: Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
   • Architect: PB Dye (2001)
   • Position: 49

About Golfweek’s Best 2024

This recognition underscores the excellence and quality of the Dominican Republic’s golf courses, solidifying its reputation as a world-class golf destination. With its breathtaking landscapes, courses designed by renowned architects, and top-notch services, the Dominican Republic continues to attract golfers from around the globe seeking an unparalleled golfing experience.

Source: Visitantes.do