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Old Quarry Golf Course
Nieuwpoort, Curaçao, Curaçao
18 Holes · Par 72 · Green fee not published on two domains · Coastal
— About
About Old Quarry Golf Course
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Old Quarry Golf Course is an 18-hole, par 72 course at Santa Barbara Plantation in Nieuwpoort, Curaçao, designed by Pete Dye. It takes its name from a limestone quarry on the property. Fairways and greens were shaped to follow the natural terrain, with minimal shaping, so the holes read as part of the land rather than laid over it. The setting draws on three features of the island: the Caribbean Sea, Spanish Water Bay and the Tafelberg mountain, which give the round a changing backdrop from the opening holes through to the last.
- A driving range is available at the course for warming up before a round.
- The back nine adds elevation changes, a contrast with the ocean holes that open the round.
- The course is part of the Santa Barbara Beach & Golf Resort estate, with its address at Porta Blancu, Nieuwpoort.
- The facilities include a pro shop, a bar and a restaurant alongside the course.
History of Old Quarry Golf Course
Old Quarry opened in 2010. It has drawn recognition beyond Curaçao, winning the Best Caribbean Golf Course category in the USA Today 10Best Readers' Choice Awards in both 2018 and 2019.
Signature holes at Old Quarry Golf Course
The opening two holes run along the ocean in constant wind, so the round starts exposed rather than with a gentle warm-up. The 4th and 5th holes then traverse a valley, a change of scene from the shoreline before the course moves toward higher ground on the back nine.
When to play Old Quarry Golf Course
Curaçao is warm year-round and drier than much of the Caribbean, with steady trade winds, so some breeze is part of most rounds. Early tee times avoid the hottest part of the day.
Playing Old Quarry Golf Course: tips
The course is open to the public, so contact it ahead of your visit to arrange a tee time. Use the driving range before you head out, and expect the wind to be strongest on the ocean holes at the start.
— Facilities
Practical Information
— FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Old Quarry Golf Course
Which hole is the hardest at Old Quarry?
The 5th hole is stroke index 1, the hardest on the scorecard. Plan to play it with care and pace your round accordingly.
How far is Old Quarry from Willemstad?
The estate on Spanish Water Bay is about 25 minutes from Willemstad, so allow for that drive before an early tee time.
Do visitors need to stay at the resort to play?
No. Old Quarry is open to the public, so a round does not depend on a resort stay.