Best U.S. Golf Getaways: Tee Off at These Bucket-List Resorts

Published on August 4, 2026

written by Lauren Dana Ellman, freelance writer and contributor to Travel + Leisure, Conde Nast Traveler, The Knot, ShermansTravel, Time Out, and more

A great golf vacation is about more than what's waiting on the first tee. In fact, the best resorts pair memorable courses with great accommodations, exceptional dining, relaxing spas, and outdoor adventures that make the destination just as rewarding off the course as it is on it. Whether you're planning a group getaway, romantic retreat, or a family vacation, these standout golf resorts across the U.S.—from Maryland's Eastern Shore to the mountains of Washington and the deserts of Arizona—prove the perfect golf escape extends well beyond the 18th hole.

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Hammock Beach Golf Resort & Spa | Palm Coast, Florida

For golfers who want to wake up steps from the first tee, few destinations compare to Hammock Beach Golf Resort & Spa. With two award-winning championship courses right on-site, the resort offers one of Florida's premier golf experiences. The Ocean Course, designed by Jack Nicklaus, features six breathtaking holes overlooking the Atlantic, as its name so aptly suggests. Its dramatic "Bear Claw" closing stretch is equal parts scenic and challenging. Meanwhile, the Tom Watson-designed Conservatory Course offers a completely different test, with deep, strategically placed bunkers, rolling fairways, waterfalls, and expansive greens. To make the most of your golf getaway, plan your visit during the Furyk & Friends tournament in October, a premier PGA TOUR Champions event and charitable competition that has found its new home at Hammock Beach.

Pre- or post-tee time guests can unwind at the 7,500-plus-square-foot spa, relax beside the multi-level pool complex, stroll the beach, or enjoy fresh coastal cuisine overlooking the ocean. It's the kind of destination where golfers and non-golfers are equally happy.

The Wigwam | Litchfield Park, Arizona

With nearly a century of golf history, The Wigwam Resort is home to 54 holes of championship golf spread across three distinct courses, offering golfers plenty of variety for an extended getaway without ever leaving the property. Designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr., the Gold and Blue Courses feature classic layouts that challenge golfers to plan each shot carefully, while the Red Course offers a more forgiving design ideal for groups with a range of experience levels. The resort's practice facilities make it easy to sharpen your game, and the property's stay-and-play golf packages—which include accommodations, daily breakfast, and unlimited same-day replay golf—make it easy to maximize time on the course.

Beyond the fairways, guests can unwind at the tranquil spa, lounge by multiple pools, play a match on the tennis courts, and dine at three distinct restaurants serving everything from casual fare to Southwestern-inspired cuisine—all set against the backdrop of the Sonoran Desert.

Stonewall Resort | Roanoke, West Virginia

Nestled within Stonewall Resort State Park along the shores of Stonewall Jackson Lake, Stonewall Resort offers a magnificent mountain golf escape centered on its Arnold Palmer Signature Course. The layout winds through rolling hills, hardwood forests, and striking lakeside vistas, delivering a round that's as memorable for the scenery as it is for the golf. Afterward, browse the award-winning pro shop before settling in at the award-winning Lightburn's Restaurant, where sweeping views of the course and resort set the stage for a relaxed post-round meal or cocktail. The resort's golf packages make planning a buddies' getaway easy, combining lakeside accommodations with multiple rounds of golf and daily breakfast, while a full-service spa, boating, hiking, and other outdoor adventures provide plenty to enjoy off the course.

Inn at Perry Cabin | St. Michaels, Maryland

Golfers looking for a refined coastal retreat will find the perfect balance at the Inn at Perry Cabin, a luxurious waterfront hideaway set along the shores of Chesapeake Bay. Guests enjoy privileged access to the nearby Links at Perry Cabin, a private 18-hole Pete Dye-designed championship course where rolling fairways, strategically placed bunkers, and water hazards create a rewarding challenge for players of all skill levels. After your round, unwind with a spa treatment, head out on the water for a sailing excursion, or settle in for fresh seafood with a view (crab cakes, anyone?). Guests can also book a golf package that includes elegant accommodations, daily breakfast, and a round at the exclusive course, taking the guesswork out of planning a golf escape.

Explore more golf getaways and destinations across the Benchmark Resorts & Hotels portfolio, a collection of distinct, independent properties by Pyramid Global Hospitality. Located in diverse destinations across the globe, Benchmark’s resorts and hotels reimagine immersive travel, inspiring guests to create memories born from meaningful exploration, authentic moments, and innovative experiences – no matter the occasion. Benchmark guests can earn complimentary gift cards, on-property perks, and destination experiences through the collection’s signature Mosaic Rewards program.


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