Cortez Golf Course
Course at a glance
Cortez Golf Course is an 18-hole golf course in Hot Springs Village, Arkansas (71909). From the Black tees, Cortez Golf Course plays to 6,679 yards at par 72. The course offers 10 sets of tees ranging from 5,041 to 6,679 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 141 and a course rating of 73.5, well above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and among the harder courses for mid-handicap golfers. That ranks it harder than roughly 88% of rated golf courses in Arkansas. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A full driving range is available for warm-up and practice. Tee times at Cortez Golf Course are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Cortez Golf Course
Cortez Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course located in Hot Springs Village, Arkansas (71909).. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,679 yards with a par of 72. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 141 and a course rating of 73.5.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 141, Cortez Golf Course is one of the more challenging courses in Arkansas, playing harder than 88% of rated courses in the state. Golfers should bring their best game and consider playing from a forward tee set for a more enjoyable round.
The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 5,041 to 6,679 yards, making it accessible to golfers of all skill levels. Choosing the right tees for your handicap is the single biggest factor in how much you enjoy your round.
Par
72
Length
6,679
Slope
141
Rating
73.5
Course Difficulty Analysis
141
This Course
130
AR Average
113
US Average
Based on 91 rated courses in Arkansas
Scorecard
| Hole | Slp | CR | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 141 | 73.5 | 394 | 529 | 387 | 370 | 379 | 160 | 515 | 169 | 404 | 3307 | 427 | 513 | 162 | 417 | 388 | 385 | 369 | 181 | 530 | 3372 | 6,679 |
Blue | 137 | 71.7 | 383 | 514 | 373 | 364 | 372 | 146 | 480 | 161 | 366 | 3159 | 408 | 479 | 150 | 396 | 379 | 360 | 362 | 169 | 492 | 3195 | 6,354 |
White/Blue | 132 | 70.6 | 361 | 514 | 339 | 318 | 350 | 146 | 480 | 161 | 346 | 3015 | 376 | 479 | 150 | 370 | 362 | 345 | 346 | 169 | 492 | 3089 | 6,104 |
WhiteWomen's | 139 | 75.6 | 361 | 495 | 339 | 318 | 350 | 141 | 452 | 147 | 346 | 2949 | 376 | 464 | 142 | 370 | 362 | 345 | 346 | 161 | 472 | 3038 | 5,987 |
WhiteMen's | 128 | 70.4 | 361 | 495 | 339 | 318 | 350 | 141 | 452 | 147 | 346 | 2949 | 376 | 464 | 142 | 370 | 362 | 345 | 346 | 161 | 472 | 3038 | 5,987 |
SILVER/WHITE COMBO | 126 | 68.8 | 344 | 495 | 327 | 311 | 342 | 141 | 452 | 147 | 326 | 2885 | 331 | 464 | 142 | 289 | 339 | 333 | 334 | 161 | 472 | 2865 | 5,750 |
SilverWomen's | 135 | 73.3 | 344 | 478 | 327 | 311 | 342 | 129 | 426 | 127 | 326 | 2810 | 331 | 416 | 132 | 289 | 339 | 333 | 334 | 150 | 454 | 2778 | 5,588 |
SilverMen's | 124 | 67.9 | 344 | 478 | 327 | 311 | 342 | 129 | 426 | 127 | 326 | 2810 | 331 | 416 | 132 | 289 | 339 | 333 | 334 | 150 | 454 | 2778 | 5,588 |
GoldWomen's | 123 | 70.8 | 309 | 359 | 250 | 269 | 320 | 98 | 407 | 101 | 271 | 2384 | 299 | 406 | 115 | 284 | 331 | 324 | 325 | 132 | 441 | 2657 | 5,041 |
GoldMen's | 118 | 65.2 | 309 | 359 | 250 | 269 | 320 | 98 | 407 | 101 | 271 | 2384 | 299 | 406 | 115 | 284 | 331 | 324 | 325 | 132 | 441 | 2657 | 5,041 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 9 | 1 | 11 | 15 | 7 | 17 | 5 | 13 | 3 | 2 | 8 | 16 | 6 | 12 | 10 | 14 | 18 | 4 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Cortez Golf Course offers 10 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round. Not sure? Use the tee recommendation calculator with your driver distance.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 6,679 | 141 | 73.5 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,354 | 137 | 71.7 | 5-15 |
White/Blue | 6,104 | 132 | 70.6 | 12-22 |
White | 5,987 | 139 | 75.6 | 12-22 |
White | 5,987 | 128 | 70.4 | 12-22 |
SILVER/WHITE COMBO | 5,750 | 126 | 68.8 | 12-22 |
Silver | 5,588 | 135 | 73.3 | 20-30 |
Silver | 5,588 | 124 | 67.9 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,041 | 123 | 70.8 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,041 | 118 | 65.2 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Cortez Golf Course
Cortez Golf Course features a full driving range, a pro shop. The driving range is available for warmup or practice.
How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Cortez Golf Course. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cortez Golf Course a public or private golf course?
Cortez Golf Course is a public golf course located in Hot Springs Village, AR. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Cortez Golf Course have?
Cortez Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at Cortez Golf Course?
From the White/Blue tees, Cortez Golf Course plays to 6,104 yards (par 72). The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 5,041 to 6,679 yards.
What is the slope rating at Cortez Golf Course?
The Black tees at Cortez Golf Course have a slope rating of 141 and a course rating of 73.5. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Cortez Golf Course?
Yes, walking is allowed at Cortez Golf Course. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Cortez Golf Course?
Visit the official course website at http://hsvpoa.org/golf/courses/cortez-golf-course/ or call +1 501-922-1590 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Cortez Golf Course offer?
Cortez Golf Course offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Cortez Golf Course located?
Cortez Golf Course is located at 299 Cortez Way in Hot Springs Village, AR 71909. You can reach them at +1 501-922-1590.
What is the difficulty level at Cortez Golf Course?
Cortez Golf Course is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 141. It plays harder than 88% of golf courses in Arkansas. The average slope rating in Arkansas is 130. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Cortez Golf Course?
Cortez Golf Course offers 10 tee sets. Black tees (6,679 yards, slope 141) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Gold tees (5,041 yards, slope 118) are recommended for higher-handicap golfers and seniors. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Cortez Golf Course?
Beginners at Cortez Golf Course should play the Gold tees, which play 5,041 yards with a slope of 118. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What is the course handicap for a 15 Handicap Index at Cortez Golf Course?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the SILVER/WHITE COMBO tees (slope 126, rating 68.8) at Cortez Golf Course has a course handicap of 14, using the World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Course handicap is the number of handicap strokes received from that tee — it is not a prediction of what a golfer will score. Enter your handicap index on Stymie to see your course handicap for every tee.
How long does a round take at Cortez Golf Course?
A typical round at Cortez Golf Course takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Weekday rounds tend to be faster than weekend morning tee times.