Hot Springs Golf Trip Cost
What does a Hot Springs, Arkansas 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
$340
Golf (2 rounds): $70Lodging (3 nights): $150Food & Drinks: $120
Mid-Range
$640
Golf (2 rounds): $132Lodging (3 nights): $328Food & Drinks: $180
Premium
$1015
Golf (2 rounds): $220Lodging (3 nights): $525Food & 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 (3 courses)
Hot Springs Country Club - Majestic Course$50–$85
Mountain Ranch Golf Club$40–$65
Belvedere Country Club$35–$55
Premium (2 courses)
Hot Springs Country Club - Arlington Course$65–$110
Diamante Golf Club$55–$95
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 | 10–16 | $400–$1200 | $100/pp | $50/pp | $33/pp |
| lodge | 12–18 | $500–$1400 | $125/pp | $63/pp | $42/pp |
Activity Costs
Bathhouse Row Soaking2-3 hours
$30–$75/ppOaklawn Racing Casino Resorthalf day
$20–$100/ppLake Hamilton Boat Rentalhalf day
$35–$65/ppHot Springs Mountain Tower Hike2-3 hours
$8–$12/ppLake Ouachita Fishinghalf day
$80–$150/ppMoney-Saving Tips for Hot Springs
- 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 — 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.