Gainey Ranch Golf Course

at Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort

Location: Scottsdale | Style: Desert Resort | Holes: 27 (Lakes, Dunes & Arroyo) | Par: 72

Designed by Michael Poellot and Benz & Associates, Gainey Ranch Golf Club is one of Scottsdale’s most exclusive golf experiences, available only to private members and guests of the Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Golf Resort. Set amid the breathtaking Sonoran Desert, this 27-hole layout offers three distinct nine-hole combinations: Lakes, Dunes, and Arroyo each delivering its own character, scenery, and challenge.

Recognised among the Top 75 Golf Courses in the United States by Golf Digest and named one of the Top 100 Resort Courses in the World by Golf Magazine, this private sanctuary perfectly captures the elegance and excellence of golf in Arizona.

Course highlights

• Three unique nine-hole layouts – Lakes, Dunes, and Arroyo each offer different shot-making tests and landscapes
• Exclusive access – Play is reserved for members and resort guests, ensuring pristine conditions and uncrowded rounds
• Championship-calibre design – Strategic bunkering, sparkling water features, and mountain backdrops enhance every hole
• Year-round playability – Enjoy lush overseeded fairways in winter and fast-running desert turf in summer

Signature Holes

Each of the three nines has its own personality, but the Lakes Course’s par-4 9th is a standout. This hole plays around a sweeping water feature toward an elevated green framed by palm trees and the McDowell Mountains beyond.

The Dunes Course offers rolling terrain reminiscent of links golf, while Arroyo challenges players with narrow fairways and dramatic desert scenery, a fitting finale to any 18-hole combination.

Clubhouse & amenities

Golfers can enjoy:

• A private clubhouse with panoramic views of the courses and the surrounding desert
• A comprehensive practice facility including a driving range, putting greens, and a short-game area
• Professional instruction and clinics are available through the club’s teaching professionals
• The Gainey Ranch Grill, a welcoming spot for post-round dining and drinks, featuring Southwestern favourites and local craft cocktails

Did You Know?

The Gainey Ranch Golf Club sits on what was once a historic Arabian horse ranch, owned by Daniel C. Gainey.