Iberostar Playa Paraíso Golf Club

Iberostar Playa Paraíso Golf Club is among the world’s most impressive golf courses. Situated adjacent to the Iberostar Paraíso Beach Hotel in the Riviera Maya, it has consistently been heralded as one of the finest golf destinations across Mexico.

What’s Iberostar Playa Paraíso Golf Club Like? 

Designed by P.B. Dye and ranked by Golfweek magazine as one of the top 16 courses in the Caribbean and Mexico in 2012, Iberostar Playa Paraíso Golf Club has hosted prestigious events such as the Canadian Tour, PGA Tour Monday Qualifier, World Amateur Team Championships 2016, Big Break Mexico, and Iberostar Riviera Maya Open. 

Located 30 minutes south of Cancún and 20 minutes north of Playa del Carmen, the course is characterized by its vertical movement and distinctive natural rockwork, making it exceptional in the Riviera Maya. 

Before teeing off, a practice range and putting green are available to warm up. The course itself features deep bunkers, narrow fairways, undulating greens, and breathtaking vistas. This golf course might pose a challenge for beginners.

Course specifications

• Golf Course Type: World Class Championship
• Holes: 18
• Par: 72
• Slope Rating: T: 136/72.4, B: 130/69.7, M: 121/67.4, F/Lds: 120/67.7
• Yardage: 6,800 yards
• Grass Type: Paspalum

More about Iberostar Paraíso Beach 

This Riviera Maya hotel is part of the Paraíso complex, comprised of 5 Iberostar hotels, all of which are 5-star accommodations. 

The resort’s diverse outdoor areas with pools offer a refreshing retreat. It boasts a wide array of culinary options, including buffets and several themed restaurants. Activities range from fitness sessions to a round of golf on the 18-hole course or venturing into the ocean at the diving center. At Sensations Spa, a range of massages and therapies await, ensuring you return from your vacation feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.