Phoenix / Mesa Golf Trip Cost
What does a Phoenix / Mesa, Arizona 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
$283
Golf (2 rounds): $50Lodging (3 nights): $113Food & Drinks: $120
Mid-Range
$684
Golf (2 rounds): $166Lodging (3 nights): $338Food & Drinks: $180
Premium
$1425
Golf (2 rounds): $480Lodging (3 nights): $675Food & Drinks: $270
Estimates exclude flights, car rental, and activities. Based on real venue pricing in our database.
Green Fee Breakdown
5 courses ranging from $25 to $240 per round with cart.
Budget (1 course)
Aguila Golf Course$25–$50
Solid (3 courses)
Papago Golf Course$45–$80
ASU Karsten Golf Course$40–$75
Longbow Golf Club$50–$95
Premium (1 course)
We-Ko-Pa Golf Club (Cholla Course)$130–$240
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 | 12–20 | $500–$1800 | $125/pp | $63/pp | $42/pp |
| house | 8–14 | $300–$1000 | $75/pp | $38/pp | $25/pp |
Activity Costs
Salt River Tubing3-4 hours
$20–$25/ppTopgolf Scottsdale2-3 hours
$30–$60/ppArizona Hiking — Camelback Mountain2-3 hours
$0–$0/ppOctane Raceway1-2 hours
$25–$50/ppBen Avery Shooting Facility2-3 hours
$30–$80/ppMoney-Saving Tips for Phoenix / Mesa
- Walk instead of riding — 3 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.