One of a series of reviews about golf courses and golf real estate in Mexico.

The Grupo Mayan golf club offers a breathtaking Nicklaus-design course set within the grounds of the Mayan Palace hotel between Cancun and Playa del Carmen. Despite having 18 holes each with a par of just 3, this is by no means a pitch-and-putt.

Ideal for practicing your short-play and squeezing in a round that would take longer elsewhere, this exceptionally beautiful course features sand traps, jungle vegetation and lakes surrounded by rocks, a challenge for even the most competent of golfers.

Of course, more par threes mean more chances for hole-in-ones. If you’re lucky enough to join that exclusive group of golfers you can have your name marked on the club’s special hole-in-one board and receive a certificate to prove it. (Don’t forget, tradition says the after game drinks are on you!)

The standard of service is superb: golf professionals and caddies are ready to assist you at any moment and a comfortable shuttle service to and from many hotels is also available.

Other features include a snack bar area, where you can enjoy a bite to eat and some refreshing drinks, while resting after your game. You can also visit the pro’s shop, which offers exclusive balls, spikes and shirts.

Golf Course Details:

Number of holes: 18

Par: 54

Length of course: 2,923 yards.

Address: Carretera Federal Cancun-Playa Km. 48, Municipio de Solidaridad, 77710, Riviera Maya, Quintana Roo, Mexico.

Telephone: +52 (984) 206-4002

Fax: +52 (984) 206-4050

Email: conciergerm [at] mayanpalace.com.mx

Article by RE/MAX Investment Properties, experts in Cancun real estate and golf courses. For more information email info [at] investmentpropertiesmexico.com or call Mexico (984) 802-8336 or USA (561) 459-2061.