Destin Golf Trip Cost
What does a Destin, Florida golf trip actually cost? We broke it down using real pricing from 6 courses, 2 lodging options, and 6 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
$435
Golf (2 rounds): $90Lodging (3 nights): $225Food & Drinks: $120
Mid-Range
$1051
Golf (2 rounds): $224Lodging (3 nights): $647Food & Drinks: $180
Premium
$1895
Golf (2 rounds): $500Lodging (3 nights): $1125Food & Drinks: $270
Estimates exclude flights, car rental, and activities. Based on real venue pricing in our database.
Green Fee Breakdown
6 courses ranging from $45 to $250 per round with cart.
Solid (3 courses)
Sandestin - Raven Golf Club$60–$120
Sandestin - Links Course$50–$100
Sandestin - Baytowne Golf Club$45–$90
Premium (3 courses)
Regatta Bay Golf & Country Club$85–$165
Kelly Plantation Golf Club$80–$150
Burnt Pine Golf Club$150–$250
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 | 12–22 | $600–$2500 | $150/pp | $75/pp | $50/pp |
| house | 12–18 | $800–$3000 | $200/pp | $100/pp | $67/pp |
Activity Costs
Destin Deep Sea Fishinghalf day
$100–$225/ppCrab Island Boat Rentalhalf day
$60–$120/ppJet Ski Tours2-3 hours
$75–$150/ppGrayton Beer Company Tour2-3 hours
$10–$25/ppMoney-Saving Tips for Destin
- Walk instead of riding — 1 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.
- Travel in the shoulder season (just before or after Spring/Fall) for lower rates on everything.
- Mix in casual spots — 2 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.