Rotorua Golf Club - Arikikapakapa Course
Rotorua Golf Club - Arikikapakapa Course
Rotorua Golf Club - Arikikapakapa Course
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The Rotorua Golf Club is situated on the thermal Arikikapakapa reserve in Rotorua, New Zealand. Rotorua Golf Club consists of an 18 hole, par 70 course - 5,800 metres providing variety and challenge, with many holes played over and around both dormant and active thermal areas.There is a choice of four different tee placements and players of all levels will find enjoyment.
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GordonW318
Gloucester, UK1,207 contributions
Jul 2017 • Friends
This course set out amongst geysers and mud ponds is really challenging - lost balls a plenty. It is an interesting course as the first nine holes are totally different from the last nine holes.
The course was in great condition and the staff were really great nothing too much trouble. The clubs they provided were excellent and together with the bag were almost brand new. We were told all are cleaned and polished before being rehired. The Club Professional was very helpful as he offered us a Lions deal, being travelling Lions supporters, so the four of us had a round of golf plus buggies(carts) and club hire for under £60 absolutely outstanding vale. They really do appreciate visitors so much so they gave a meal and drink voucher value about £12 so we had a beer and the best beef burger I have had for months. Well done Rotorua Golf Club and thank you for making us so welcome. This also applies to local golfers on the course who gave us tips about the course
A very friendly and enjoyable experience
The course was in great condition and the staff were really great nothing too much trouble. The clubs they provided were excellent and together with the bag were almost brand new. We were told all are cleaned and polished before being rehired. The Club Professional was very helpful as he offered us a Lions deal, being travelling Lions supporters, so the four of us had a round of golf plus buggies(carts) and club hire for under £60 absolutely outstanding vale. They really do appreciate visitors so much so they gave a meal and drink voucher value about £12 so we had a beer and the best beef burger I have had for months. Well done Rotorua Golf Club and thank you for making us so welcome. This also applies to local golfers on the course who gave us tips about the course
A very friendly and enjoyable experience
Written 20 July 2017
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Wheeeelz
Newcastle, Australia143 contributions
Sept 2018 • Couples
A different experience for us.
This was a great experience, the course follows the contours of the natural environment so there are very few level stances. The greens had been cored so I couldn't comment on the quality of them but they seemed hard and quick. The odd thing for us was the tee blocks aiming over the previous green. A little nerve racking when your feeling off and someone is putting on the green directly in front of you.
Friendly pro and staff. I would play here again anytime.
This was a great experience, the course follows the contours of the natural environment so there are very few level stances. The greens had been cored so I couldn't comment on the quality of them but they seemed hard and quick. The odd thing for us was the tee blocks aiming over the previous green. A little nerve racking when your feeling off and someone is putting on the green directly in front of you.
Friendly pro and staff. I would play here again anytime.
Written 15 September 2018
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Wilma M
Auckland Central, New Zealand63 contributions
Apr 2017 • Couples
Beautiful course, both easy and challenging. Historic club rooms with good meals. Friendly and helpful staff
Written 19 April 2017
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Steffen F
33 contributions
Jan 2016 • Couples
My wife and I played the Rotorua Golf Course on the perfect summer's day. Friendly staff, well kept course, good rental equipment, spectacular scenery and nice cold beers waiting for us at the 19th hole. A little bit expensive given we were renting clubs as well but absolutely worth it.
Written 8 January 2016
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R S
Hamilton, New Zealand1 contribution
Nov 2013 • Couples
We feel being discriminated at this golf course, as if you are from Rotorua-the green fees $30 in large on the advertising,but if you are from Hamilton just a few kilometres away-it is $45.00. I jus wonder why do we pay New Zealand golf afilliation fees if we can be so discriminated against Rororua's golfers. Course is nothing special, hilly,the marking and signing is quite bad- got lost a few times. There are some other golf courses around Rotorua-their fees are far less and people around are friendlier. Enjoyed playing Lakeview Rotorua-cheaper and better designed.
Written 18 November 2013
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We are very sorry you felt discriminated against, as we welcome guests from around New Zealand and across the globe. Our green fees and local rates are in line with the national average and what is expected from our local players as a local golf club. Thank you for letting us know that you couldn’t follow the signage, we will look into what improvements can be made.
Thank you for your review, we appreciate your feedback as this allows us to make continual improvements at the Rotorua Golf Club.
Written 20 November 2013
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albanybloke
Warkworth, New Zealand50 contributions
May 2013 • Friends
about 40 of us played on saturday as a group. the new pro was frendly and helpful, all the carts were charged and ready,the course imaculate so that most of us played to our handicaps
we had no rain that was forecast thank god, this course is a challenge and the landscape is thermal, beware if the ball goes in the water.
we had no rain that was forecast thank god, this course is a challenge and the landscape is thermal, beware if the ball goes in the water.
Written 5 May 2013
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Bbqboy007
Hastings, New Zealand22 contributions
Myself and friends played here yesterday , we arrived at 0830 and we were hungry and hadn't booked a tee time, we were met by the pro who couldn't have been more friendly and helpful, after a hearty inexpensive breakfast we played 18 holes on a course in excellent condition and every hole an exciting challenge . Awesome views , consistent greens and friendly green keeping staff. We will be back as soon as we can be. Great service from the hospitality team to. An absolute credit to NZ . Ranks in my top 5 . Thanks again.
Written 12 November 2012
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Thank you for the review! We are glad you enjoyed the course as much as we do. And definitely come back soon. Cheers!
Written 3 December 2012
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Mark_Perkins
Oamaru, New Zealand92 contributions
This course is very easy walking with a couple of interesting holes. Because of the natural geothermal activity in the area it adds a whole new meaning to hazards. If you knock your ball into a steaming bush DO NOT go looking for it.
Written 16 July 2012
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GeorgeRyan
Rotorua6 contributions
May 2012 • Solo
What a great course. The club was walking distance from my hotel in the central city which was great. The course itself was challenging and the views around the place were incredible. Quickly became one of my favourite courses in New Zealand. Loved the thermal activity, felt like I was playing on another planet! Will be back for sure.
Written 12 July 2012
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Thanks George! Hope to see you back here soon. The course is even more spectacular this time of year.
Written 3 December 2012
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beenlistening
Rotorua, New Zealand2 contributions
Jan 2012 • Friends
The Rotorua Golf Course was excellent to play on, we loved seeing the thermal activity around the course and the people were friendly too. Location is great as really close to town and all the hotels and motels in Rotorua.
Written 17 March 2012
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Thank you you for your review it is great to hear that you enjoyed playing at the Rotorua Golf Course. We hope to welcome you back in the future.
Written 26 March 2012
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