{"id":5005,"date":"2025-08-26T21:55:05","date_gmt":"2025-08-26T21:55:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bolas.golf\/?p=5005"},"modified":"2025-08-26T22:02:42","modified_gmt":"2025-08-26T22:02:42","slug":"mar-del-plata-golf-club-jugar-en-la-catedral-del-golf","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bolas.golf\/en\/campos-de-golf\/mar-del-plata-golf-club-jugar-en-la-catedral-del-golf\/","title":{"rendered":"\ud83d\udccc Mar del Plata Golf Club (Playa Grande): Guide to visiting, booking, and playing at \u201cThe Cathedral of Golf\u201d"},"content":{"rendered":"
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What is the Mar del Plata Golf Club and where is it (and why is it called \u201cThe Cathedral of Golf\u201d)?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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If you are looking for Mar del Plata Golf Club<\/em>, what you want to see is this club in Playa Grande, a mythical institution in Argentina, with a clubhouse Tudor style<\/strong> inaugurated in 1926<\/strong> and an aura that earned him the nickname \u201cThe Cathedral of Golf\u201d<\/strong>. It is in front of Playa Grande (direction Arist\u00f3bulo del Valle 3940<\/strong>) and brings together history, sea views and two courts with very different profiles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Among the things that most catch your eye upon arrival are the building and the panoramic views. It's no coincidence that several people summarize their visit as "beautiful place, the House is spectacular<\/strong>"and that you go to eat "for the view" and end up staying. At the same time, others point out that Not all areas are accessible to non-members<\/strong>; if you go as a visitor, the usual circuit is the restaurant<\/strong> (I'll tell you how to book and what to expect below). This contrast between the exclusive and the open to the public is part of the identity of the Mar del Plata Golf Club<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Old Course (links, Playa Grande): characteristics, wind and fast greens<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The Old Court<\/strong> is the emblem: a British links<\/strong> 18 holes, par 70<\/strong> for gentlemen (72 for ladies), with 6,052 yds<\/strong> (5,560 for ladies). It is short and wavy<\/strong>, with narrow fairways<\/strong> and sandy base. The grace\u2014and the challenge\u2014is in the fast greens with marked slopes<\/strong>, plus the wind<\/strong> which changes the equation: when it blows, it makes you change of club<\/strong> and think about every stroke. It is not uncommon to hear \u201cthe greens run<\/strong>" among those who play it for the first time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A little tip that adds up: if you go to see or photograph, the sunset falls beautifully on the holes near the clubhouse<\/strong>. And yes, there are comments about unauthorized areas<\/strong> (such as terraces), something to be expected in a club with clear access rules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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New Court (Park, Peralta Ramos): route, practices and who is suitable for<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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A few kilometers away, you have the New Court<\/strong>: 18 holes park type<\/strong>, par 71<\/strong> (73 for ladies), with 6,257 yds<\/strong> for gentlemen (5.678<\/strong> for ladies). It is wooded<\/strong>, on a property of 50 hectares<\/strong>, and was born in 1956<\/strong> with design of Ricardo W. Mackinlay<\/strong>. Here the game is more \u201cserene\u201d in appearance, but not easy. For many visitors, it is the ideal option for practice<\/strong>, fine-tune the tee shot and the green shot without the crazy wind of Playa Grande. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Key for those seeking to improve: the Driving range is on the New Court<\/strong>, with natural and synthetic grass cat flaps; it is spacious and allows practice all the suits<\/strong>. If you go in mode range + coffee<\/em>, take note that the club communicates the driving<\/strong> as part of their Services<\/strong> (schedules may change seasonally, please check first). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Restaurant with a View: How to Book, What to Expect, and Guideline Prices<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Can you join without being a member? Yes, to the restaurant.<\/strong> He bar with ocean view<\/strong> is exclusive to members\/guest players<\/strong>, but the restaurant<\/strong> that gives to the terrace and the court<\/strong> is open to the public<\/strong>The most practical thing is book by phone<\/strong> (+54 223 486-2323) and, if you can, ask for a table near the window: the green + sea<\/strong> it's a winning combo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regarding the dining experience, the reviews I reviewed paint a picture positive with nuances<\/strong>: several people talk about good service<\/strong> and "reasonable prices<\/strong> to the place\u201d, while others point out the pastry could be improved<\/strong> or details of crockery<\/strong>My advice: go by sight and by postcard<\/strong>; on the menu, aim for simple, seasonal dishes. If you're going with a group, be clear. split bills<\/strong> either wine preferences<\/strong> avoid surprises.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Non-member access: what is allowed and what is not (dress code and etiquette)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Here are some rules you should know before you go:<\/p>\n\n\n\n