Fort Buchanan Golf Club
9-Hole Course (dual tees) — Guaynabo, Puerto Rico
Fort Buchanan Golf Club
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Fort Buchanan Golf Club is a nine-hole military-installation course in Guaynabo that plays as 18 from dual tees — about 6,300 yards, rated 72.0 with a 128 slope. Unlike a public muni, access is restricted to authorized players (MWR cardholders, active-duty, retirees, DoD civilians and members), and tee times are booked by phone with no walk-ins. For eligible players it is a fair, affordable, no-frills round only minutes from San Juan.
Green Fees & Other Costs
Fort Buchanan: reported rates
Reviewed September 2026| Rates | Call (787) 707-3980 | MWR member and authorized-guest pricing; not for the general public |
Course Facts & History
- A 9-hole course with dual tees that plays as an 18-hole round, about 6,300+ yards with a 72 rating and 128 slope.
- Access is restricted to authorized players: MWR cardholders, active duty, retirees, DoD civilians and members — no walk-ins, tee times by phone (787-707-3980 / 787-707-3822).
- Near the San Juan cruise port, so cruise visitors with eligible sponsors sometimes book it.
- Some guides date the course to the 1920s; the Army lists it as built in 1949.
Pros & Cons
Why golfers love it
- Excellent value for eligible players
- Minutes from San Juan and the cruise port
- Fair parkland layout, pro shop on site
- Friendly bilingual staff
Worth knowing before you book
- Not open to the general public
- Nine holes played twice
- Phone-only tee times, no walk-ins
- No lodging on site
Facilities
- Clubhouse (installation access required)
- Pro shop
- Cart rental
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fort Buchanan open to the public?
Restricted — eligible military/MWR members & authorized guests. Eligible players only. Reserve by phone at least a day ahead. Contact the pro shop about guest sponsorship.
How much does it cost to play Fort Buchanan?
Member/MWR rates — call for details. Rates change by season, day and time of day, so confirm with the club before you travel.
Who designed Fort Buchanan and when did it open?
Fort Buchanan Golf Club was designed by Not widely documented (U.S. Army MWR) and opened 1949 (Army).
How far is Fort Buchanan from San Juan airport?
About 8 miles in a straight line from San Juan airport (SJU). Allow roughly 15–30 min by car depending on traffic.
Where can I stay near Fort Buchanan?
Nearby options include Embassy Suites by Hilton Dorado del Mar Beach Resort; Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve. See our golf hotels page for room counts, price tiers and stay-and-play details.
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.