Caguas Real Golf & Country Club
18-Hole Course — Caguas, Puerto Rico
Caguas Real Golf & Country Club
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Caguas Real sits 17 miles south of San Juan in the hills of central Puerto Rico. Designed by John Sanford and opened in 2002 on a reclaimed landfill, it is a par-70, 6,379-yard parkland layout with a relatively flat, forgiving front nine and a hillier, more dramatic back nine. It has won praise on Golf Advisor as one of the island’s top courses, and its weekday rates make it one of the better values near the capital.
Green Fees & Other Costs
Caguas Real: reported rates
Reviewed September 2026| Monday–Friday | $40 | Excl. taxes (Discover Puerto Rico, 2026) |
| Saturday (10:00–1:30 tee times) | $53 | Excl. taxes |
| Specials | Vary by day | Call the club; weekday two-player specials have been offered |
Course Facts & History
- Designed by John Sanford; opened in 2002 on a former landfill site the municipality reclaimed as green space.
- Open, forgiving front nine gives way to a hilly, scenic back nine; one par 4 tees off a mountaintop into a dramatic dogleg-left fairway.
- Special weekday two-player rates have been offered Tuesday–Thursday; other discounts vary by day and time.
- Adjacent Four Points by Sheraton Caguas Real Hotel & Suites has 126 rooms, phone (787) 653-1111.
- About 17–19 miles south of San Juan.
Tees & Ratings
18-Hole Course — par 70
| Tee | Yards | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|
| Back | 6,379 | 72.1 | — |
| Forward | 4,519 | 64.9 | 105 |
Ratings shown are for men’s tees unless the tee is the front/forward set. Source data from GolfPass, Golf Advisor, Where2Golf and club materials.
Pros & Cons
Why golfers love it
- Excellent value near San Juan
- Varied front and back nines with mountain views
- Weekday and twilight specials
- Four Points by Sheraton next door
Worth knowing before you book
- Conditioning can be uneven (greens especially, per some reviews)
- Par 70 and 6,379 yards — shorter than resort courses
- Inland, so no ocean views
- Limited premium amenities
Facilities
- Clubhouse
- Pro shop
- Practice facilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Caguas Real open to the public?
Public & visitors welcome (advance booking). A good inland alternative to the coast — ask about the twilight and weekday specials.
How much does it cost to play Caguas Real?
≈ $40 Mon–Fri · ≈ $53 Sat peak (excl. tax, reported). Rates change by season, day and time of day, so confirm with the club before you travel.
Who designed Caguas Real and when did it open?
Caguas Real Golf & Country Club was designed by John Sanford and opened 2002.
How far is Caguas Real from San Juan airport?
About 17 miles in a straight line from San Juan airport (SJU). Allow roughly 30–45 min by car depending on traffic.
Where can I stay near Caguas Real?
Nearby options include Wyndham Palmas Beach & Golf Boutique Resort; Four Seasons Resort and Residences Puerto Rico; Four Points by Sheraton Caguas Real. See our golf hotels page for room counts, price tiers and stay-and-play details.
What are the tee yardages and ratings at Caguas Real?
18-Hole Course (par 70): Back 6,379 yd (rating 72.1), Forward 4,519 yd (rating 64.9 / slope 105).
Photo Gallery
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Sources for facts on this page include GolfPass / Golf Advisor, Where2Golf, GolfNow, Discover Puerto Rico, PGA Tour, USGA and the clubs themselves. Reported fees and access rules were last reviewed September 2026 and change often — confirm with the club before you travel. See our research methodology.