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Contact
- 📞 +529981583679
- 🌐 http://www.grancoyotegolf.com/
### The Course: Design and Conditions
Nick Price designed a par-71 course that works with the flat topography of the coastal jungle rather than imposing artificial features on it. The fairways are generous on several holes, but the layout also includes tighter stretches where the vegetation comes into play. The greens are consistently well-maintained — a point noted in reviews from both local and visiting golfers alike. The design isn't the most demanding in terms of water hazards, but the jungle setting and the par-3s are the most celebrated aspects of the course.
## Wildlife and Natural Environment
Playing Gran Coyote means sharing the course with the wildlife typical of the Riviera Maya: tropical birds, iguanas, and the occasional animal crossing through the rough. This ecological element isn't just a marketing line — it's something players regularly report firsthand. The course has also hosted international amateur tournaments, a reflection of how seriously its upkeep is managed.
### Clubhouse and Coyote Grill
After your round, the clubhouse offers two food and beverage options: the Coyote Grill — known for its steak tacos and pulled pork served under a shaded roof — and the 19th Hole restaurant, which looks directly out onto the 18th green. It's the kind of place where a cold beer after your round needs no ceremony. The pro shop covers the essentials, and the practice range lets you warm up before heading out.
### Local Context
Gran Coyote is located in the Riviera Maya near Playa del Carmen, away from the traffic of the central hotel zone. That makes it a practical option for local residents who want an accessible course without driving out to the large resorts along the corridor. For visitors to Playa del Carmen, it offers an alternative to resort-integrated courses, with a more straightforward focus on the game itself. El Dato offers a special rate for course access.
Frequently asked questions
- How many holes does the course have and who designed it?
- Gran Coyote Golf has 18 holes with a par-71 layout. It was designed by professional golfer Nick Price and opened in 2011. The course runs through the coastal jungle of the Riviera Maya, near Playa del Carmen.
- Is this course suitable for intermediate golfers?
- Yes. The course is accessible to intermediate players thanks to wide fairways on several holes and a relatively flat topography. Some sections are tighter and the par-3s have their challenges, but on the whole it's not a course that overly punishes non-elite players.
- What can I do if I'm with someone who doesn't play golf?
- The clubhouse has both the Coyote Grill and the 19th Hole restaurant overlooking the course, each offering casual dining — burgers, steaks, tacos — and drinks. Both are comfortable spots to relax without needing to step out onto the course.
- Is there a practice area available before playing?
- Yes, Gran Coyote has practice facilities where you can warm up before heading out on the course. There's also an on-site pro shop where you can pick up basic equipment or accessories.
- How can I access a discounted rate at Gran Coyote Golf?
- El Dato is currently offering a special price for a round at Gran Coyote. This deal is only available through El Dato and is not offered at the box office or through other channels.
- Is the course part of a resort or is it independent?
- Gran Coyote Golf is an independent course, not attached to any hotel complex. This gives it a profile more focused on the game itself, without the restrictions or dynamics that come with resort-affiliated courses along the Riviera Maya corridor.