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PGA National in Palm Beach Gardens is about 25 minutes from Palm Beach International Airport and pairs a resort stay with four 18-hole layouts plus The Staple, a seven-hole short course. The Champion, home of the Bear Trap and the PGA TOUR's Cognizant Classic, gives the trip its headline round; The Palmer, Fazio, and Match add distinctly different ways to play. It is a strong fit for groups and couples who want several rounds and full resort amenities in one place.
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The Champion Course at PGA National is renowned for hosting the Honda Classic and features the infamous 'Bear Trap,' a challenging three-hole stretch designed to test even the most skilled golfers.
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Designed by the legendary Arnold Palmer, this course offers a unique mix of beauty and challenge, with its undulating fairways and strategically placed water hazards.
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Originally designed by George and Tom Fazio, this course was redesigned to enhance playability while maintaining its classic charm, featuring lush landscapes and a variety of shot-making opportunities.
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Opened in 2021 and designed with match play in mind, The Match delivers a unique golf experience sure to appeal to purists, players, and beginners alike
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The Staple is 7 holes of pure fun with holes ranging from 60-130 yards.
Starting points. Everything is built around your dates, group size, and the courses you want to play.
From $1,517 per golfer
A three-night PGA National stay with three rounds arranged around your dates and course availability. Build the itinerary around The Champion, Palmer, Fazio or The Match, then add The Staple as a short-course experience rather than a full round. Room category, golf access, breakfast and any course surcharges should be confirmed at booking.
All golf and lodging taxes and fees included. Excludes flights, airport transfers, and caddies. Rates subject to change.
PGA National gives a South Florida golf trip real range without changing hotels. The Champion is the marquee: Tom and George Fazio's original design was redesigned by Jack Nicklaus in 2014 and hosts the PGA TOUR's Cognizant Classic, with the Bear Trap providing the defining test. The Palmer offers a more forgiving, risk-reward round, The Fazio is a traditional par-72 challenge, and Andy Staples' Match brings a faster, match-play-minded alternative. The Staple adds a casual seven-hole par-3 option. Palm Beach International Airport is about 25 minutes away, and resort guests can build a multi-round itinerary around course availability.
Recently renovated resort with hotel rooms and suites, extensive spa and wellness center, pools, multiple restaurants and bars, racquet sports and comprehensive practice facilities.
Each property is selected for proximity to the next round, the kind of evening that fits a long golf trip, and the feel we want for the group.
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Rooms/Suites
PGA National Resort is a world-class luxury golf and wellness destination located on a 2,340-acre community in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. Following a multi-million dollar transformation, the resort blends a stylish Mediterranean-style aesthetic with upscale modern amenities.
Cottages
The PGA National Resort Cottages are upscale, 1,200-square-foot, two-bedroom and two-bathroom residential retreats.
The closest airport to PGA National is Palm Beach International Airport (PBI), located about 17 miles from the resort. The typical transfer time by car or taxi is approximately 25 minutes, making private car service or taxi the most practical and common mode of transport for arriving guests.
Late October through April is the most comfortable window for golf, with lower humidity and daytime temperatures commonly in the 70s and low 80s °F. Winter and early spring bring peak demand and higher rates, particularly around the Cognizant Classic; May and September can offer better value, while summer is hotter, more humid, and prone to afternoon storms.
PGA National is ideal for golfers seeking a premium resort experience with convenient access to multiple championship courses in one location. The destination suits small groups, couples, or friends who value on-site amenities, prefer fly-and-transfer logistics, and are comfortable with mid-to-upper budget packages. It is especially appealing for those wanting to play renowned PGA TOUR venues and enjoy year-round golf in a well-serviced, resort setting.
PGA National is situated at 400 Avenue of the Champions in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.
PGA National's current golf lineup includes four 18-hole layouts—The Champion, Palmer, Fazio and The Match—plus The Staple, a seven-hole par-3 short course.
Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) is the nearest airport, about 17 miles or a 25-minute drive from the resort.
Golf is offered throughout the year. Access is reserved for resort guests and members, based on availability, so advance tee-time arrangements are recommended.
The Champion Course is famous for hosting PGA TOUR events and features the challenging 'Bear Trap' stretch of holes.
Course architects include Tom Fazio, Jack Nicklaus, and Arnold Palmer, each contributing to different layouts.
Yes. Three-night, three-round stays can be tailored around your dates, group size and available courses.
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