The Palms
Course at a glance
The Palms is an 18-hole golf course in Rotonda, Florida (33947). From the BLACK tees, The Palms plays to 6,418 yards at par 72. The course offers 7 sets of tees ranging from 4,135 to 6,418 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 131 and a course rating of 72.2, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 35% of rated golf courses in Florida. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A full driving range is available for warm-up and practice. Set a tee-time alert on Stymie and we will notify you when bookable times open at The Palms.
About The Palms
The Palms is a 18-hole golf course located in Rotonda, Florida (33947).. From the BLACK tees, the course plays to 6,418 yards with a par of 72. The BLACK tees carry a slope rating of 131 and a course rating of 72.2.
Walking is permitted.
With a slope rating of 131, The Palms is more accessible than most courses in Florida. It is a good choice for mid-handicappers and golfers looking for a round that does not punish every missed shot.
The course offers 7 tee sets ranging from 4,135 to 6,418 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.
Florida offers year-round golf. Winter months (November through March) are peak season with comfortable temperatures and strong demand. Summer rounds often benefit from lower rates and faster pace.
Par
72
Length
6,418
Slope
131
Rating
72.2
Replay Rate
Would you play here again?
One tap. Stymie totals these into a Replay Rate for The Palms.
Course Difficulty Analysis
131
This Course
133
FL Average
113
US Average
Based on 605 rated courses in Florida
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 | 131 | 72.2 | 470 | 411 | 428 | 370 | 180 | 314 | 325 | 169 | 497 | 3164 | 346 | 153 | 492 | 329 | 171 | 429 | 528 | 393 | 413 | 3254 | 6,418 |
GOLD | 124 | 69.6 | 447 | 391 | 393 | 351 | 146 | 297 | 285 | 148 | 468 | 2926 | 303 | 139 | 475 | 286 | 144 | 404 | 492 | 361 | 381 | 2985 | 5,911 |
GREEN | 118 | 66.3 | 417 | 355 | 355 | 296 | 119 | 258 | 257 | 116 | 443 | 2616 | 236 | 134 | 446 | 273 | 129 | 351 | 416 | 313 | 337 | 2635 | 5,251 |
RED | 115 | 67.7 | 386 | 314 | 307 | 258 | 90 | 225 | 244 | 89 | 377 | 2290 | 199 | 105 | 416 | 242 | 119 | 307 | 378 | 256 | 311 | 2333 | 4,623 |
RED | 108 | 63.4 | 386 | 314 | 307 | 258 | 90 | 225 | 244 | 89 | 377 | 2290 | 199 | 105 | 416 | 242 | 119 | 307 | 378 | 256 | 311 | 2333 | 4,623 |
SILVERWomen's | 109 | 64.7 | 357 | 245 | 265 | 253 | 90 | 128 | 237 | 88 | 377 | 2040 | 199 | 99 | 371 | 236 | 113 | 260 | 317 | 250 | 250 | 2095 | 4,135 |
SILVERMen's | 104 | 61.9 | 357 | 245 | 265 | 253 | 90 | 128 | 237 | 88 | 377 | 2040 | 199 | 99 | 371 | 236 | 113 | 260 | 317 | 250 | 250 | 2095 | 4,135 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 7 | 1 | 3 | 13 | 17 | 5 | 15 | 11 | 9 | 12 | 18 | 10 | 16 | 14 | 2 | 8 | 4 | 6 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
The Palms offers 7 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 | 6,418 | 131 | 72.2 | 5-15 |
GOLD | 5,911 | 124 | 69.6 | 12-22 |
GREEN | 5,251 | 118 | 66.3 | 20-30 |
RED | 4,623 | 115 | 67.7 | 25+ |
RED | 4,623 | 108 | 63.4 | 25+ |
SILVER | 4,135 | 109 | 64.7 | 25+ |
SILVER | 4,135 | 104 | 61.9 | 25+ |
Amenities at The Palms
The Palms 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 The Palms. 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 The Palms a public or private golf course?expand_more
The Palms is a public golf course located in Rotonda, FL. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does The Palms have?expand_more
The Palms is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at The Palms?expand_more
From the BLACK tees, The Palms plays to 6,418 yards (par 72). The course offers 7 tee sets ranging from 4,135 to 6,418 yards.
What is the slope rating at The Palms?expand_more
The BLACK tees at The Palms have a slope rating of 131 and a course rating of 72.2. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk The Palms?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at The Palms. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at The Palms?expand_more
Visit the official course website at https://www.rotondagolf.com/course_palms/ or call +1-941-697-8118 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does The Palms offer?expand_more
The Palms offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is The Palms located?expand_more
The Palms is located at 266 B Rotonda Circle in Rotonda, FL 33947. You can reach them at +1-941-697-8118.
What is the difficulty level at The Palms?expand_more
The Palms is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 131. It plays harder than 35% of golf courses in Florida. The average slope rating in Florida is 133. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at The Palms?expand_more
The Palms offers 7 tee sets. BLACK tees (6,418 yards, slope 131) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. SILVER tees (4,135 yards, slope 104) are recommended for beginners and casual golfers. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at The Palms?expand_more
Beginners at The Palms should play the SILVER tees, which play 4,135 yards with a slope of 104. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at The Palms?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the RED tees (slope 115, rating 67.7) at The Palms would have a course handicap of 11 and an expected score of approximately 83. This uses the World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Sign in on Stymie with your handicap to see a personalized prediction for every tee.
How long does a round take at The Palms?expand_more
A typical round at The Palms 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.