El Legado Golf Resort
18-Hole Course by Chi Chi Rodríguez — Guayama, Puerto Rico
El Legado Golf Resort
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Chi Chi Rodríguez’s name is on El Legado, and so is his design: a 7,193-yard parkland layout on 285 acres of a former horse ranch in Guayama, framed by the Cordillera Central to the north and the Caribbean to the south. It sits on the drier southeast coast about an hour from San Juan, offers villas, a restaurant (Guamaní) and a golf academy, and consistently ranks among the island’s best-value rounds. Five sets of tees keep it playable for everyone; the prevailing Caribbean breeze adds the spice.
Green Fees & Other Costs
El Legado: reported rates
Reviewed September 2026| 18 holes with cart | $60–$65 | Non-residents, excl. taxes; varies by day (Discover Puerto Rico, 2026) |
| Resident rates | Lower | Call (787) 866-8894 |
| Golf academy | Chi Chi Rodríguez Golf Academy | On site |
Course Facts & History
- Designed by World Golf Hall of Famer Juan “Chi Chi” Rodríguez, who won eight PGA Tour events — home to the Chi Chi Rodríguez Golf Academy.
- Built on 285 acres of a former horse ranch, between the Cordillera Central and the Caribbean coast; Guamaní Restaurant & Bar and villa lodging on site.
- Located in Guayama on the southeast coast — about an hour from San Juan, not near Ponce as older listings implied.
- Long from the tips (7,193 yards) but with five sets of tees and firm, fast fairways that roll out in the trade winds.
- A dry-side course: reviewers note fast greens with mixed grass types and no on-course GPS.
Tees & Ratings
18-Hole Course — par 72
| Tee | Yards | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gold | 7,193 | 76.6 | 137 |
| Blue | 6,623 | 72.3 | 134 |
| White | 6,075 | 70.5 | 132 |
| Silver | 5,626 | 70.0 | 113 |
| Red | 5,477 | 73.7 | 129 |
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
- One of the best values in Puerto Rico golf
- Chi Chi Rodríguez’s only design, with an academy on site
- On-site villas and restaurant
- Five tee choices from 5,477 to 7,193 yards
Worth knowing before you book
- Greens are uneven in places (mixed grasses)
- No GPS on some carts
- Far from the north-coast resort corridor
- Dry, exposed and windy
Facilities
- Clubhouse
- Pro shop (confirm current amenities directly with the club)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is El Legado open to the public?
Public & villa guests. Collared shirt required, no denim. Great combination of price, layout and lodging.
How much does it cost to play El Legado?
≈ $55–65 incl. cart (non-residents, excl. tax). Rates change by season, day and time of day, so confirm with the club before you travel.
Who designed El Legado and when did it open?
El Legado Golf Resort was designed by Juan “Chi Chi” Rodríguez and opened 2002.
How far is El Legado from San Juan airport?
About 33 miles in a straight line from San Juan airport (SJU). Allow roughly 60–80 min by car depending on traffic.
Where can I stay near El Legado?
Nearby options include Wyndham Palmas Beach & Golf Boutique Resort; Hilton Ponce Golf & Casino Resort; El Legado Golf Villas. See our golf hotels page for room counts, price tiers and stay-and-play details.
What are the tee yardages and ratings at El Legado?
18-Hole Course (par 72): Gold 7,193 yd (rating 76.6 / slope 137), Blue 6,623 yd (rating 72.3 / slope 134), White 6,075 yd (rating 70.5 / slope 132).
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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.