Palma Ceia Golf & Country Club
About Palma Ceia Golf & Country Club
Palma Ceia Golf & Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Tampa, Florida (33629). The course was designed by Tom Bendelow and established in 1916. From the BLUE tees, the course plays to 6,229 yards with a par of 70. The BLUE tees carry a slope rating of 132 and a course rating of 71.0.
Walking is permitted.
Palma Ceia Golf & Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 136, putting it in the upper half of courses in Florida for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 5,011 to 6,229 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
70
Length
6,229
Slope
132
Rating
71.0
Course Difficulty Analysis
136
This Course
133
FL Average
113
US Average
Based on 627 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BLUE | 132 | 71.0 | 383 | 321 | 527 | 139 | 322 | 387 | 401 | 165 | 431 | 3076 | 345 | 415 | 435 | 180 | 419 | 337 | 352 | 193 | 477 | 3153 | 6,229 |
COMBO | 131 | 70.8 | 383 | 321 | 505 | 139 | 322 | 387 | 374 | 165 | 412 | 3008 | 415 | 398 | 420 | 180 | 398 | 337 | 352 | 177 | 477 | 3154 | 6,162 |
WHITE | 136 | 75.5 | 365 | 314 | 505 | 125 | 309 | 371 | 374 | 154 | 412 | 2929 | 330 | 398 | 420 | 163 | 398 | 317 | 338 | 177 | 461 | 3002 | 5,931 |
WHITE | 130 | 69.7 | 365 | 314 | 505 | 125 | 309 | 371 | 374 | 154 | 412 | 2929 | 330 | 398 | 420 | 163 | 398 | 317 | 338 | 177 | 461 | 3002 | 5,931 |
GREEN | 131 | 73.3 | 346 | 307 | 481 | 112 | 296 | 317 | 359 | 144 | 389 | 2751 | 319 | 381 | 357 | 144 | 352 | 303 | 320 | 160 | 447 | 2783 | 5,534 |
GREEN | 128 | 67.7 | 346 | 307 | 481 | 112 | 296 | 317 | 359 | 144 | 389 | 2751 | 319 | 381 | 357 | 144 | 352 | 303 | 320 | 160 | 447 | 2783 | 5,534 |
GREEN COMBO | 125 | 66.5 | 346 | 307 | 451 | 112 | 296 | 317 | 318 | 144 | 323 | 2614 | 319 | 285 | 404 | 144 | 324 | 303 | 320 | 119 | 447 | 2665 | 5,279 |
COMBO | 125 | 70.8 | 346 | 301 | 451 | 106 | 296 | 306 | 318 | 133 | 323 | 2580 | 319 | 285 | 404 | 118 | 324 | 273 | 310 | 119 | 393 | 2545 | 5,125 |
RED | 124 | 70.0 | 301 | 301 | 451 | 106 | 240 | 306 | 318 | 133 | 323 | 2479 | 306 | 285 | 404 | 118 | 324 | 273 | 310 | 119 | 393 | 2532 | 5,011 |
RED | 120 | 65.2 | 301 | 301 | 451 | 106 | 240 | 306 | 318 | 133 | 323 | 2479 | 306 | 285 | 404 | 118 | 324 | 273 | 310 | 119 | 393 | 2532 | 5,011 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 35 | 70 | ||
| HCP | 9 | 17 | 1 | 15 | 13 | 5 | 7 | 11 | 3 | 14 | 6 | 2 | 12 | 4 | 16 | 18 | 8 | 10 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Palma Ceia Golf & Country Club offers 10 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
BLUE | 6,229 | 132 | 71.0 | 5-15 |
COMBO | 6,162 | 131 | 70.8 | 12-22 |
WHITE | 5,931 | 136 | 75.5 | 12-22 |
WHITE | 5,931 | 130 | 69.7 | 12-22 |
GREEN | 5,534 | 131 | 73.3 | 20-30 |
GREEN | 5,534 | 128 | 67.7 | 20-30 |
GREEN COMBO | 5,279 | 125 | 66.5 | 20-30 |
COMBO | 5,125 | 125 | 70.8 | 20-30 |
RED | 5,011 | 124 | 70.0 | 20-30 |
RED | 5,011 | 120 | 65.2 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Palma Ceia Golf & Country Club
Palma Ceia Golf & Country Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
As a private club, tee times at Palma Ceia Golf & Country Club are available to members and their guests. Use Stymie's Group Finder for guest access.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Palma Ceia Golf & Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Palma Ceia Golf & Country Club is a private golf course located in Tampa, FL. As a private club, access is typically limited to members and their guests.
How many holes does Palma Ceia Golf & Country Club have?expand_more
Palma Ceia Golf & Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1916. The course was designed by Tom Bendelow.
What is the yardage at Palma Ceia Golf & Country Club?expand_more
From the WHITE tees, Palma Ceia Golf & Country Club plays to 5,931 yards (par 71). The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 5,011 to 6,229 yards.
What is the slope rating at Palma Ceia Golf & Country Club?expand_more
The BLUE tees at Palma Ceia Golf & Country Club have a slope rating of 132 and a course rating of 71.0. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Palma Ceia Golf & Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Palma Ceia Golf & Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Palma Ceia Golf & Country Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Palma Ceia Golf & Country Club. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Palma Ceia Golf & Country Club offer?expand_more
Palma Ceia Golf & Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Palma Ceia Golf & Country Club located?expand_more
Palma Ceia Golf & Country Club is located at 1601 S Macdill Ave in Tampa, FL 33629. You can reach them at 813-253-3061.
What is the difficulty level at Palma Ceia Golf & Country Club?expand_more
Palma Ceia Golf & Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 136. It plays harder than 61% 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 Palma Ceia Golf & Country Club?expand_more
Palma Ceia Golf & Country Club offers 10 tee sets. BLUE tees (6,229 yards, slope 132) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. RED tees (5,011 yards, slope 120) 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 Palma Ceia Golf & Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Palma Ceia Golf & Country Club should play the RED tees, which play 5,011 yards with a slope of 120. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Palma Ceia Golf & Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the GREEN tees (slope 128, rating 67.7) at Palma Ceia Golf & Country Club would have a course handicap of 15 and an expected score of approximately 85. This is calculated using the USGA 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 Palma Ceia Golf & Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Palma Ceia Golf & Country Club takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Private clubs generally have faster pace of play.