NOVEMBER 2008
Acapulco, Guerrero: Excellent golfing, world-renowned beachside fun

Acapulco, a long-time favourite family destination, combines quality playing grounds with extraordinary nightlife and great water sports. The golf courses built in the last decades have made it a superior golf destination as well. You will find in Acapulco a wide array of courses, with everything from championship and signature courses to beginner-friendly places, all offering the incredible sights that have made the fame of Acapulco across borders.

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www.acapulco.com
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Accomodation in Acapulco

Fairmont Acapulco Princess & Fairmount Pierre Marqués
Both Fairmont hotels in Acapulco feature the excellent accommodation and services that come with the name Fairmont. Each hotel has its own championship golf courses, both of which are accessible to the hosts of any one of the two hotels. Interesting packages combining both courses are available, and a complimentary shuttle between the two locations is at the guests' disposal.
www.fairmont.com/en_fa/

Vidafel Mayan Palace Acapulco
At the Mayan Palace Acapulco you will enjoy, vibrant nightlife, a variety of gourmet Acapulco restaurants, and recreational activities like golf, tennis, and kids clubs, Tropical gardens, cascading waterfalls, serene lakes, and pristine pools are found throughout the grounds. Discover one of Mexico's most vibrant vacation destinations and experience the happiness that can only be found at the Mayan Palace Acapulco golf resort.
http://grupomayan.com/mayan-palace/acapulco/

Tres Vidas Acapulco
Tres Vidas is a concept centered around the gorgeous beach scenery of Acapulco and a world-class golf course. It features an elegant oceanfront boutique-hotel with five-star services, a luxury residential club, Las Villas, as well as a high-quality condominium complex available for rental or for sale. Discover the unique and serene lifestyle of the Tres Vidas club members.
www.tresvidas.com.mx
Golf courses near Acapulco

Acapulco Princess
Length: 6,355 yards
Rating: 69.4
Par: 72
Designer: Ted Robinson
Type of course: 18-hole, championship course, with coconut groves and water hazards
Type of grass on the greens: Bermuda
Type of grass on the fairways: Bermuda
Services: Clubhouse, restaurant, bar, pro shop, equipment rental, complimentary shuttle service to hotel, driving range, full range of services and activities at hotel
Highlight: Included in Golf Digest's Top 25
Website: www.fairmont.com/EN_FA/Property/ACA/Index.htm
Phone: +52 (74) 4469-1000
Fairmount Pierre Marqués
Length: 6,855 yards
Rating: 71.5
Par: 72
Designer: Percy Clifford, Robert Trent Jones Sr.
Type of course: 18-hole, championship course
Type of grass on the fairways: Seashore Paspalum
Services: Clubhouse, restaurant, bar, pro shop, equipment rental, complimentary shuttle service to hotel, driving range, full range of services and activities at hotel
Highlight: Just recently finished renovations, after investing $3 million under the supervision of Robert Trent Jones Jr., included in Top 20 Resort Golf Courses in Mexico
Website: http://www.fairmont.com/PIERREMARQUES
Phone: +52 (74) 4435-2600

Vidafel Mayan Palace
Length: 6,156 yards
Rating: 70.7
Par: 72
Designer: Robert Trent Jones Sr., Pedro Guereca
Type of course: 18-hole
Type of grass on the greens: Tifdwarf
Type of grass on the fairways: Bermuda 328
Services: Clubhouse, restaurant/bar, carts, caddies, putting green, driving range and golf lessons, equipment rental
Highlight: One of the most spectacular courses on the Mexican Pacific; both attractive and challenging for golfers of all levels
Website: www.acapulco.com/en/golfsports/mayangolf/index.html
Phone: +52 (74) 4469 6000 ext. 6607 and 6043.

Tres Vidas Golf Course
Length: 7,209 yards
Rating: 70.7
Par: 72
Designer: Robert Von Hagge
Type of course: 18-hole championship course
Type of grass on the greens: Tifdwarf
Type of grass on the fairways: Bermuda
Services: Clubhouse, restaurant, pro-shop, golf lessons, swimming pools, private beach
Highlight: "One of the most spectacular links courses on the continent" -Designer Robert Von Hagge
Website: www.tresvidas.com.mx/
Phone: +52 (74) 4744 5143
The previous courses are generally reserved for hotel guests and club members, but the Club de Golf Acapulco, a public course, can also be found across from the Acapulco Malibu hotel, near the Convention Centre.

Club de Golf Acapulco
Length: 6898 yards
Rating: 70.0
Par: 72
Designer: Percy Clifford
Type of course: 9-hole
Services: Pro shop, bar, equipment rental, carts, caddies, driving range, swimming pool, gym, sauna
Highlight: Short, fun course. Established in 1957, located near the Convention Centre
Phone: +52 (74) 4484-0781

More information can be found at:
www.visitmexico.com/wb/Visitmexico/Visi_Acapulco
www.acapulco.com/en/golfsports/

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