L
os Cabos boasts several world‑class golf venues that have earned international acclaim. The Diamante Dunes Course and the Cove Club (formerly Cabo del Sol Ocean Course) sit on Golf Digest’s “World 100 Greatest Golf Courses,” while Quivira Golf Club and Querencia Golf Club have also appeared on the list in recent years. Chileno Bay and Twin Dolphin Golf Clubs feature on Golf Magazine’s “Top 100 Courses You Can Play.” In regional rankings, Diamante Dunes and Querencia were named “Best in Mexico” by Golf Digest and Golfweek, respectively, and Solmar Golf Links was recently crowned “Latin America’s Best Course” by the World Golf Awards.
The allure of a Jack Nicklaus‑designed layout is not just a rhetorical flourish—developers in Los Cabos know that a daily round on such a course can command premium prices. A 2017 study of over 10,000 real‑estate transactions in Florida Atlantic University’s research found that properties adjacent to a golf course enjoy an 8‑12 % increase in value, and the presence of a championship‑grade course often serves as a decisive selling point for prospective buyers.
Since the early 1990s, when real‑estate magnate Don Koll hired Nicklaus to design a course for Hotel Palmilla (now One & Only Palmilla), the region has grown to 18 operating courses and at least three more under development. These facilities are integral to upscale resorts and residential communities, and they often double as the centerpiece of a real‑estate project.
High‑profile designers command steep fees, reflecting their star power and the return on investment they bring. Nicklaus’ projects typically start at $2‑3 million, while Tiger Woods’ fees can exceed that. The cost is justified by the boost in property values and the ability to attract affluent buyers willing to pay millions for a second home or vacation retreat.
**Cabo del Sol**
The 1,800‑acre luxury enclave, located about six miles from Cabo San Lucas, houses Nicklaus’ Cove Club and Tom Weiskopf’s Cabo del Sol Course (currently under renovation). The community also hosts Four Seasons, Park Hyatt, and the forthcoming Soho House. Homesites begin at $3.7 million, with villas priced at $8.6 million. The property itself is listed at $13.5 million.
**Diamante**
On the Pacific coast, the largest development surrounds Tiger Woods’ invitation‑only Legacy Club, which will accommodate only 250 members or families. Homesites in Legacy Estates start at $4 million, while larger homes range from $10 to $11 million. The course is slated to open by the end of 2026 and is expected to host the PGA World Wide Technology Championship in 2027, the only PGA event in Los Cabos.
**Querencia**
The community is preparing for a second course, Campo Alto, designed by Tom Fazio and scheduled for late 2026. Current listings in the family‑centric El Parque neighborhood range from $5.95 to $7.6 million.
**Quivira**
Opened in 2014, Quivira remains a flagship Nicklaus course. Although a second course has not been announced, sales remain robust. Private residences at St. Regis and Montecristo start at $1 million, while four‑ and five‑bedroom homes at Coronado are listed between $2.2 and $6.9 million.
**Oleada**
The 860‑acre Oleada community anticipates an Ernie Els‑designed course opening in 2026. The Conrad Residences at Oleada will offer 43 luxury two‑ and four‑bedroom homes, available from 2027. Pricing details can be obtained directly from the Hilton‑owned Conrad.
*Chris Sands, former Cabo San Lucas local expert for USA Today’s 10 Best and author of Fodor’s Los Cabos guide, contributes to Tasting Table, Marriott Bonvoy Traveler, Forbes Travel Guide, Porthole Cruise, Cabo Living, and Mexico News Daily.*
