I've played golf at Grand Palms Golf Club a number...

I've played golf at Grand Palms Golf Club a number of times with a good friend, including just recently. It's easy to get to just off of I-75 to the west from the Pines Blvd exit. There's a hotel on the property as well as tennis courts... neither of which I've experienced unfortunately.

Once on the property you can either valet your vehicle or self park not too far away. Grand Palms has three 9-hole courses to choose from - Grand, Royal and Sabal. You can technically play them in the order you'd like. The driving range let's you launch balls into a large lake which is unique. And the putting green is a nice size, albeit un-impressive.

The course isn't exactly pristine. The tee boxes are beat up and in need of some care. The greens are especially in need of some care.

The course in general doesn't have all that much water, but on the holes where there is water, I of course find a way to give up a ball or two to the bottom of it... because I'm a magnet for water. The pace of play is typically pretty good. It's not often you get stuck behind some sluggish groups ahead of you. And finally the beverage cart made an appearance a couple of times which was enough.

Inside the restaurant on site you'll find a average bar - nothing impressive, though not bad.

Overall a nice course to enjoy a casual round of golf with family and/or friends. You may even want to use this course as a practice course if you're still learning and improving your game (like I am).