What Is Avila Beach Golf Resort?

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Avila Beach Golf Resort is a coastal golf resort on California's Central Coast, located about 3 miles off Highway 101, south of San Luis Obispo and northwest of Pismo Beach. It combines a par-72 championship golf course with event facilities for weddings, banquets, concerts, and festivals, plus a neighborhood bar and grill. The website is primarily a place to check upcoming events, book tee times, and inquire about private events.

The Golf Course

The course opened for play in 1969 and was designed by Olin Dutra and Desmond Muirhead. It is a par-72, 6,500-yard championship layout.

Feature Detail
Par / length Par 72, 6,500 yards
Fairways Kikuyu grass
Greens Bentgrass
Front nine Hilly terrain, small and often elevated greens in oak-lined valleys
Back nine Crosses a tidal estuary, with forced carries over water and multi-level greens

The resort describes the course as scenic and challenging for golfers of all abilities, with wildlife commonly seen during play. One Google reviewer quoted on the site noted the course was well maintained, the carts were nice, and the Pro Shop staff were great.

Beyond Golf: Events and Dining

The resort is also a beachside venue. Its event offerings include:

  • Weddings and banquets — indoor and outdoor options. The most popular package includes a ceremony on a grass pavilion near the sand, cocktail hour at the Beach Club with a terrace overlooking the beach, and a reception on a lawn with string lighting.
  • Concerts and festivals — held on the resort's sands. Listed upcoming events include Holo Holo Avila Beach (October 3, 2026) and Modest Mouse (October 22, 2026).
  • Mulligan's Bar and Grill — a neighborhood bar serving sandwiches and small bites.

What You Can Do on the Website

  • Check upcoming events — the homepage lists event names and dates with links to details.
  • Book a tee time — reservations can be made online or by calling (805) 595-4000.
  • Plan a private event — wedding and banquet inquiries are handled through a dedicated private events section.
  • Visit the Pro Shop — a separate Pro Shop page is linked from the site.

Who This Is For

This resort suits two main audiences: golfers looking for a coastal Central Coast round with online booking, and people planning a beachside wedding, banquet, or event. If you only need concert or festival information, the events listings are the fastest starting point; if you want to play, go straight to tee times.