The course
The Mountain and Arroyo nines opened in 1992 and the Ocean nine in 1997. The Ocean nine drops about 600 feet over its first six holes toward the sea, and the club names Ocean 3, Mountain 5 and Arroyo 7 as its signature holes. Each nine is par 36.
Who can play
Here's the catch: the club's site now says only the Ocean nine is open to all players, while Mountain and Arroyo are reserved for members and One&Only Palmilla guests. If you're not staying at the resort, ask how an 18-hole round is set up (for example, the Ocean nine twice) before you book. Rates aren't published online.
Rental prices drop after noon and again after 3 p.m., a good hint that afternoon golf here is the value option.
Getting to Palmilla Golf Club from Villa 1
About 27 km east of Villa 1 on Highway 1, 30 to 35 minutes, to the Palmilla entrance near km 27. Book tee times online through the club or by phone (+52 624 146 7001).