David Luis has spent more than a decade researching, visiting, and reviewing private and public clubs across the United States. A golfer and club culture enthusiast, he founded GreatClubReview.com to give prospective members and guests an honest, membership-fee-transparent view of what clubs are actually worth. Every review draws on firsthand research, member conversations, and publicly available pricing data — no press packages, no comped access. He has published reviews of more than a dozen golf, country, sports, and private members clubs across North America.
GCR Score: 4.7 / 5 Verdict: Highly recommended for invited players who value Dallas history, architecture, and private-club tradition. Best For: Members, reciprocal guests, architecture fans, and serious…
GCR Score: 4.3 / 5. Verdict: Recommended for New England golfers who want scenery, conditioning, and a serious public test. Best For: Players who enjoy elevation, risk-reward holes,…
GCR Score: 4.1 / 5. Verdict: Recommended for classic, forgiving, high-value golf near downtown Las Vegas. Best For: Locals, casual groups, seniors, and visitors who want value over…
GCR Score: 4.4 / 5. Verdict: Highly recommended for scenic Scottsdale-area public golf when dynamic pricing behaves. Best For: Visitors who want desert views, polished service, and a…
★ GCR Score: 4.2 / 5 Verdict: Recommended for scenic Phoenix resort golf, especially if you book before peak demand Best For: Phoenix visitors, resort guests, mountain-view golfers,…
★ GCR Score: 4.3 / 5 Verdict: Recommended for Chicagoland golfers who want big-course amenities with public access Best For: Chicago-area public golfers, event groups, practice-focused players, and…
★ GCR Score: 4.0 / 5 Verdict: Recommended for La Habra golfers who want views, value, and strategic public golf Best For: Orange County locals, twilight players, hill-course…
★ GCR Score: 4.6 / 5 Verdict: Highly recommended for resort guests and members who want polished Naples tournament golf Best For: Ritz-Carlton guests, Naples members, Greg Norman…
★ GCR Score: 4.3 / 5 Verdict: Recommended for Austin golfers who want Hill Country views, strong greens, and a memorable finish Best For: Northwest Austin locals, event…
★ GCR Score: 4.4 / 5 Verdict: Recommended for Northern Virginia golfers who want Lake Manassas views and championship-course presentation Best For: DC-area public golfers, wedding guests, event…
★ GCR Score: 4.2 / 5 Verdict: Recommended for DFW golfers who want two public courses and clear Creek-versus-Lakes choices Best For: Carrollton locals, walkers, value golfers, leagues,…
★ GCR Score: 4.0 / 5 Verdict: Recommended for Charlotte-area golfers who want Arnold Palmer design at public-course pricing Best For: Huntersville locals, visiting Charlotte golfers, Spark league…
★ GCR Score: 4.2 / 5. Verdict: Recommended for Houston skyline views, 36-hole variety, and convenient public golf near the city. Best For: Visitors, locals, corporate groups, and…
★ GCR Score: 4.4 / 5. Verdict: Recommended for South Jersey golfers who want public drama with private-style membership options. Best For: Philadelphia-area public golfers, event groups, and…
★ GCR Score: 4.3 / 5. Verdict: Recommended for Houston golfers who want 36 holes, strong routing variety, and semi-private depth. Best For: Cypress locals, outing planners, better…
★ GCR Score: 4.1 / 5. Verdict: Recommended for Central Ohio golfers who want links-style variety without private-club barriers. Best For: Public players, league groups, wedding guests, and…
★ GCR Score: 4.6 / 5. Verdict: Highly recommended when botanical beauty, memorable par threes, and resort service justify a $350 peak fee. Best For: Special occasions, design-focused…
★ GCR Score: 4.4 / 5. Verdict: Highly recommended for polished Oahu golf, provided you value excellent turf more than ocean views. Best For: Visitors seeking predictable conditions,…
★ GCR Score: 4.2 / 5. Verdict: Recommended for playable desert golf, modern practice technology, and better value away from the Strip. Best For: Las Vegas visitors, Nevada…
★ GCR Score: 4.0 / 5 Verdict: Recommended with a condition check because the 2025 green rebuild and 2026 management change reset an outdated reputation Best For: Phoenix…
Glen Ivy Golf Club review covering 2026 rates, riding-only access, The Drop, Players Card, pros, cons, and verdict.
Gozzer Ranch review covering private access, undisclosed membership costs, Tom Fazio golf, amenities, pros, cons, and verdict.
Mt Hood Golf Club review covering 2026 rates, memberships, historic Melrose course, facilities, pros, cons, and verdict.
Wolf Creek Golf Club review covering 2026 rates, five-hour pace, maintenance, tee choice, pros, cons, and verdict.
Mollymook Golf Club review covering 2026 Hilltop green fees, the six-year renovation, visitor access, membership waitlist, best holes, pros, cons, and verdict.
Eastwood Golf Club review covering 2026 green fees, online discounts, annual membership, course conditions, GA ratings, best holes, pros, cons, and verdict.
Wynnum Golf Club review covering live 2026 green fees, annual subscriptions, visitor access, bayside course conditions, best holes, pros, cons, and verdict.
The Eastern Golf Club review covering 2026 visitor fees, private access, annual membership, 27-hole design, rebuilt clubhouse, pros, cons, and verdict.
GCR Score: 4.4 / 5 Verdict: Highly recommended as a Port Stephens destination round Best For: Golf trips, wildlife lovers, mixed groups, and players wanting 27-hole variety Think…
GCR Score: 4.2 / 5Verdict: Recommended for friendly, affordable seaside golf and two-course membership valueBest For: Holiday golfers, seniors, beginners, and locals wanting two contrasting coursesThink Twice If:…
