Punta Borinquen Golf & Country Club
18-Hole Public Course — Aguadilla, Puerto Rico
Punta Borinquen Golf & Country Club
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Punta Borinquen opened in 1940 on what became Ramey Air Force Base, and its old-school layout still occupies a breezy promontory above the meeting point of the Atlantic and Caribbean. Fred Garbin is credited as the architect, and future president Dwight D. Eisenhower is said to have played it as a general. It is now a community golf club: conditioning is honest rather than immaculate, but the price is a fraction of the resort courses and the ocean scenery shows up on almost every hole.
Green Fees & Other Costs
Punta Borinquen: reported rates
Reviewed September 2026| Green fee (18 holes) | $40 + tax | Discover Puerto Rico, 2026 |
| Walking | Allowed | Saves the cart fee |
| Junior Golf Academy | On site | Community club |
Course Facts & History
- Built in 1940 for the U.S. Air Force at what became Ramey Air Force Base; future president Dwight D. Eisenhower, then a general, reportedly played here.
- The original design is credited to Ferdinand “Fred” Garbin — older tourism pages that credit Pete Dye are inaccurate (Dye was a teenager in 1940).
- Sits on a promontory near the old lighthouse, with views of the point where the Atlantic and Caribbean meet.
- Has a Junior Golf Academy; conditioning is community-club level rather than resort-manicured.
Tees & Ratings
18-Hole Course — par 72
| Tee | Yards | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|
| Back | 6,889 | 71.5 | 130 |
| Middle | 6,314 | 70.5 | 124 |
| Forward | 4,908 | 71.0 | 119 |
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 bargains in Puerto Rico golf
- Ocean views on nearly every hole
- A genuine piece of island military history
- Walking permitted, friendly community-club vibe
Worth knowing before you book
- Conditioning is not resort-level
- Windy and exposed
- Far northwest — about 2 hours from San Juan
- Limited on-course amenities
Facilities
- Public clubhouse
- Golf shop
- Cart & rental clubs available
- Near Punta Borinquen Lighthouse & Crash Boat Beach
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Punta Borinquen open to the public?
Public — walk-ups welcome; walking allowed. About 2 hours from San Juan; JetBlue serves nearby Rafael Hernández Airport. The Courtyard by Marriott Aguadilla is minutes away.
How much does it cost to play Punta Borinquen?
≈ $40 + tax (reported). Rates change by season, day and time of day, so confirm with the club before you travel.
Who designed Punta Borinquen and when did it open?
Punta Borinquen Golf & Country Club was designed by Ferdinand “Fred” Garbin and opened 1940.
How far is Punta Borinquen from San Juan airport?
About 75 miles in a straight line from San Juan airport (SJU). Allow roughly 1 hr 45 min–2 hr 15 min by car depending on traffic.
Where can I stay near Punta Borinquen?
Nearby options include Royal Isabela; Hilton Ponce Golf & Casino Resort; Courtyard by Marriott Aguadilla. See our golf hotels page for room counts, price tiers and stay-and-play details.
What are the tee yardages and ratings at Punta Borinquen?
18-Hole Course (par 72): Back 6,889 yd (rating 71.5 / slope 130), Middle 6,314 yd (rating 70.5 / slope 124), Forward 4,908 yd (rating 71.0 / slope 119).
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.