Mandarina Golf Club Offers Challenging Short Course, Dramatic Views and Universal Appeal for Resort Guests, Residents and the Public
Riviera Nayarit, Mexico – Mandarina, the luxury resort and residential destination developed by RLH Properties on Mexico’s Pacific Coast, home to the three Michelin-keyed One&Only Mandarina and forthcoming Rosewood Mandarina hotels, today announced the opening of the Mandarina Golf Club. Designed by legendary golfer and golf course designer, Greg Norman, this exquisite 9-hole short course rounds out Mandarina’s five-star oceanfront amenities, adding a thoughtful blend of scenic beauty and playability. As part of the Mandarina Experiences program, which offers concierge-style services and curated excursions to residents and guests, the course also welcomes residents, guests and the public.
“The opening of the Mandarina Golf Club reflects our commitment to meeting the evolving interests of our guests and residents,” said Luis Durán, Chief Executive Officer at RLH Properties. “This course is more than a game – it’s an invitation for golfers of all ages and skill levels to connect with Mandarina’s natural beauty and embrace its unique, choose-your-own-adventure lifestyle.”
Adding to Mandarina’s ethos of discovery and exploration, the golf course seamlessly integrates into a destination already defined by its world-class polo and equestrian facilities, jungle excursions, oceanfront living and high-touch service. Set within The Flatlands, a lush expanse nestled between the Sierra De Vallejo Mountain peaks and pristine Pacific beach, the course blends breathtaking
scenery with inspiring design.
The Mandarina Golf Club was thoughtfully designed to harmonize with its natural surroundings, preserving the native vegetation and enhancing the landscape’s inherent beauty. The course’s integration of natural elements gives it an organic, time-honored feel, as if it has always belonged to the Mandarina environment. Strategically positioned holes offer sweeping views of the world-class Mandarina Polo & Equestrian Club and the majestic mountain backdrop, while select vantage points reveal glimpses of Canalan Beach Club and the Pacific Ocean.
The Mandarina Golf Club features nine dynamic holes, plus an additional “challenge” hole, offering an experience that caters to players of all ages and skill levels. The layout incorporates a variety of design styles—links, parkland, and sandbelt—creating a course that is friendly enough for family outings yet challenging enough for avid golfers. Greens are strategically designed with flexible pin positions, allowing for diverse play options and balancing difficulty at each hole. This enables golfers to approach the green with elevated, rolled, or chipped shots based on their skill and strategy.
Beyond its imaginative layout, the course delivers a thoughtfully crafted guest experience. Between holes 5 and 6, players can recharge at specialty comfort station “Hole 5 and a half”, featuring shaded and open seating areas and complimentary premium refreshments and food options. Golfers can visit the pro shop equipped with PXG club rentals, top class golf apparel and exclusive Mandarina-branded polos, among other merchandise and gear. For those looking to advance their game, an on-site golf pro will be available for private lessons for every skill level, and after completing their round, golfers can enjoy a sunset polo match and dine under the stars at Chukker, the Argentine asado grill
located in the equestrian fields.
“Mandarina’s course offers something truly different – every hole tells a story,” said Greg Norman, CEO of Greg Norman Golf Course Design. “We created a course that’s approachable yet exciting, offering both leisure and a touch of challenge in a setting you won’t find anywhere else” The Mandarina Golf Club is the second collaboration between Greg Norman Golf Course Design (GNGCD) and RLH Properties, the first being the formerly PGA Tour and LIV Golf, and now LPGA championship golf course, El Camaléon, at Mayakoba in Riviera Maya, Mexico.
The Mandarina Golf Club is the latest addition to a destination already defined by its commitment to excellence. Home to the acclaimed One&Only Mandarina hotel and the One&Only Mandarina Private Homes, Mandarina’s growing portfolio will soon include the luxury Rosewood Mandarina hotel and residences. As part of Club Mandarina, residents of One&Only Mandarina Private homes and soon Rosewood Residences Mandarina will enjoy priority access to course reservations, preferred rates on green fees and exclusive membership opportunities, ensuring every visitor can experience Mandarina’s newest amenity.
To learn more about Mandarina, the amenities offered at the resort destination, and the homes available for sale, please visit: https://discovermandarina.com.
About Mandarina
Nestled amidst the rainforest along a one-mile stretch of pristine beach beside the Sierra de Vallejo mountain range, Mandarina is a master-planned resort and residential destination drawing the most discerning buyers and travelers from around the world to Mexico’s Riviera Nayarit. Just one hour north of Puerto Vallarta, Mandarina features one of the world’s first collections of One&Only branded residences, One&Only Mandarina Private Homes, One&Only Mandarina, and the world-class Mandarina Polo & Equestrian Club replete with state-of-the-art polo grounds, dressage and jumping arenas, stables and more, alongside a forthcoming Rosewood Mandarina.
The long and storied history of the land, which encompasses soaring mountain peaks, sandy shores, rolling green flatlands and a lush, tropical jungle, is ever present and preserved at Mandarina. Amidst the enduring natural wonder, an extraordinary destination awaits, offering world-class cuisine, blissful wellness, tailored adventures, endless exploration, and unforgettable experiences for guests of all ages. For more information, please visit: https://discovermandarina.com/.
About RLH Properties
RLH Properties is a leading publicly listed company based in Mexico City, specializing in the acquisition, development, and management of luxury and ultra-luxury hotels, resorts, and associated branded residential properties. Established in Mexico City in 2013, RLH Properties is primarily funded by pension funds, institutional investors, and Mexican family offices. The company’s investment strategy centers around AAA assets located in unique, high-barrier-to-entry locations, within markets where the supply is limited relative to current and potential demand. They also prioritize partnerships with internationally recognized hotel operators.
RLH’s current portfolio includes renowned properties such as Andaz Mayakoba, Banyan Tree Mayakoba, El Camaleón Mayakoba, Fairmont Mayakoba, Four Seasons Mexico City, Mandarina Polo & Equestrian Club, One&Only Mandarina, Rosewood Mayakoba, Rosewood Residences Mayakoba, Fairmont Heritage Place Mayakoba, and One&Only Mandarina Private Homes. Additionally, RLH Properties has four projects under development: Rosewood Mandarina, Mandarina Golf Club, Park Hyatt Los Cabos at Cabo del Sol, and Rosewood Residences Mandarina, with the first two set to open in early 2025. For more information, please visit www.rlhproperties.com/rlh-properties-english.
About Greg Norman Golf Course Design
Since its inception in 1987, Greg Norman Golf Course Design has been one of Norman’s true passions in both business and life. His experience playing many of the world’s great golf courses over a 25-year career served as a catalyst to develop this interest and turn it into a thriving company. Today, GNGCD courses span the globe, covering six continents and 34 countries.
GNGCD’s design philosophy is grounded in a “least disturbance approach” that blends golf courses with their surrounding environment to enhance the properties’ natural features. They are highly regarded as an industry leaders in promoting sustainability and the compatibility of golf courses with the environment, with many projects having been awarded the coveted Audubon Society Award for environmental stewardship. For more information: www.gngcd.com.
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