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“We’ve got it all and you don’t have to break the Then there’s EAGLE CREST. This ex- guests a variety of accommodations—from
bank to do it all,” says Cody Law, Marketing Consul- ecutive course (4,067 yards) has become a 388 deluxe guest rooms (550 square feet) to
tant for Golf Summerlin. “We’re starting to promote favorite for many players. There are 12 par 3s 39 newly remodeled suites (from 1,100 square
more deals, and that’s gotten us better room rates (along with six par 4s) that will let players get feet all the way up to 2,300 square feet). All
that we can pass along.” in a quick round, while still giving them plen- have floor-to-ceiling windows that offer im-
The rates start at just $90 (depending on the day ty of challenges along the way. The par 3 holes pressive views of the surrounding northwest
of the week players tee it up as well as the season) range in length from 115 yards to 224 yards, corner of Las Vegas.
for an overnight stay that includes a round of golf. so it’s definitely not a pitch-and-putt course Roaming the resort, guests will find a wide
“We are really trying to offer a great experience and you’ll use every club in your bag. assortment of amenities to check out. There’s
on and off the golf course and make it truly afford- “All three of the courses offer playability a pool and hot tub area, a 24-hour fitness
able,” Law added. and affordability,” Law says. “If you’re looking center, salon (including haircuts, facials, man-
for golf courses that are fun to play and icures, and pedicures), an arcade for the kids
T HE GOLF COUR SE S always in great shape, check out any of the (or those who are still kids at heart), bowling,
three courses at Golf Summerlin. Our main and more.
HIGHLAND FALLS is the cornerstone course of goal is always to be affordable for tourists and The choices continue into the dining op-
the trio. It plays just 6,512 yards from the tips, but locals alike.” tions with SC Steakhouse and Bar topping the
it’s a challenge from start to finish. list. There’s also St. Tropez Buffet, Fans Sports
Elevation changes, bunkering, and water hazards S T A Y - AND -P L A Y Bar, Brigg’s Oyster Co. and Du-Par’s along
abound, but it’s the 14th hole that will leave players P AC K AG E S with a couple of options for those needing
breathless. The view on the 206-yard, par 3 hole is bites-on-the-go.
one of the best around. Players are perched on an el- No matter if you’re a local, travelling to “It’s a great destination and with the
evated tee looking down to a large green. But it’s the Vegas just to play golf, or are planning to add top-quality golf that’s available it’s becoming
backdrop that will have players grabbing for their golf into your trip, stay-and-play packages more and more of a destination,” Law says.
cameras. The entire Las Vegas Strip sits stunningly with Golf Summerlin offers inexpensive “The resort and golf courses are all within a
in the background. options that tie your resort stay and your golf two-mile radius and that’s very tough to find.”
into an all-inclusive deal. And the Golf Summerlin family is expand-
PALM VALLEY, at 6,900 yards, is the longest And best of all, the main resort—the ing, as Aliante is also a resort choice, and they
of the three courses. But don’t let the length scare Suncoast—and all three golf courses are are in talks with two other close-by resorts as
you—there are plenty of scoring chances on the neighbors. well—JW Marriott and the Santa Fe—to offer
course, especially on the 1st and 18th holes. Both “It’s definitely a great convenience for our stay-and-play options.
are par 5s playing around 540 yards so players have players,” Law says. “This way you aren’t driv- “We’re looking to keep growing,” Law
the option of going for the green in two and setting ing 30 or more minutes to a course and then says. “Great golf and great places to stay
up possible eagle putts to start and finish the round back. It’s all right here.” and relax—that’s what we’re trying to offer
in style. The Suncoast Hotel and Casino offers everyone.”

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