Set just minutes from Walt Disney World Resort, Waldorf Astoria Golf Club gives you a proper championship test in the middle of Orlando's biggest attractions. The 18-hole layout is by Rees Jones and, in typical Jones fashion, it asks you to think your way round rather than just grip it and rip it.
The real appeal here is the combination of serious golf and family-friendly location. You can get your round in, then head straight off to the parks, meet the rest of your group by the pool, or swap spikes for dinner and a bit of shopping nearby. I'll admit it, I like a venue where the non-golfers are just as happy as the golfers.
Before you tee it up, the practice facilities are a real plus. If you've flown in and you're a bit stiff, you can loosen up properly rather than turning up cold on the 1st. And if the course has bitten back, there's space to work on the shots that cost you.
Overall, this is a smart pick for golfers who want quality, convenience and a resort base that keeps the whole group entertained between tee times.
Who is this for?
Golfers heading to Orlando who want an easy-to-reach championship course close to Disney, plus groups mixing golf with theme parks and entertainment.
Who is it best for?
Mid-to-low handicappers who enjoy strategic golf and a challenge, and anyone planning a family holiday where golf is part of the trip rather than the whole trip.
