Columbus Golf Trip Cost
What does a Columbus, Ohio golf trip actually cost? We broke it down using real pricing from 5 courses, 2 lodging options, and 4 restaurants. All estimates are per person for a 3-night, 2-round trip with a group of 8.
Per-Person Estimate (3 Nights, 2 Rounds, Group of 8)
Budget
$321
Golf (2 rounds): $70Lodging (3 nights): $131Food & Drinks: $120
Mid-Range
$611
Golf (2 rounds): $126Lodging (3 nights): $305Food & Drinks: $180
Premium
$1053
Golf (2 rounds): $220Lodging (3 nights): $563Food & Drinks: $270
Estimates exclude flights, car rental, and activities. Based on real venue pricing in our database.
Green Fee Breakdown
5 courses ranging from $35 to $110 per round with cart.
Solid (4 courses)
The Golf Club at Little Turtle$49–$79
Darby Creek Golf Course$35–$59
New Albany Links Golf Club$45–$75
Cumberland Trail Golf Club$39–$65
Premium (1 course)
Longaberger Golf Club$69–$110
Lodging Cost Per Person
Splitting a rental house is almost always cheaper than individual hotel rooms for golf groups. Here's what it looks like per person per night.
| Option | Sleeps | $/night (total) | 4 guys | 8 guys | 12 guys |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| house | 12–16 | $500–$1500 | $125/pp | $63/pp | $42/pp |
| house | 10–14 | $350–$900 | $88/pp | $44/pp | $29/pp |
Activity Costs
Short North Gallery Hop & Bar Crawl2-3 hours
$20–$40/ppTopgolf Columbus2-3 hours
$30–$60/ppScioto River Kayaking2-3 hours
$30–$55/ppPins Mechanical Duckpin Bowling2-3 hours
$15–$30/ppMoney-Saving Tips for Columbus
- Walk instead of riding — 4 courses here are walkable, saving $20-30/round on cart fees.
- Book a house that sleeps your full group — per-person lodging drops dramatically with 8+ people.
- Mix in casual spots — 3 restaurants here are under $30/person.
- Hire a private chef for one night — often cheaper than a $$$$ restaurant for large groups, and the house becomes the venue.
- Use our AI trip planner to compare different course/lodging combos and find the sweet spot for your budget.