White Witch Golf Course
White Witch Golf Course
White Witch Golf Course
4.5
6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Monday
6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
About
Situated on the historic 4,000 acre Rose Hall Estate, and sited on 200 acres of lush greenery and rolling countryside, The White Witch Golf Course is carved from the rolling countryside of Jamaica’s historic Rose Hall Plantation and is an 18-hole championship golf course designed by Robert von Hagge and Rick Baril. This 6,758-yard, Par 71 treasure is named for the plantation’s beautiful but wicked 19th century plantation mistress, Annee Palmer. Legend has it that Annee’s ghost still haunts the estate, creating an alluring mystique that has fascinated island natives and visitors for generations. Winner of the "Jamaica's Best Golf Course" award at the 2015 World Golf Awards, also rated as the #1 Golf Course and #1 in Golf Shop Staff service by Conde Nast Traveler. The White Witch is considered one of the finest golf courses in the Caribbean, characterized by mountainous terrain, cool trade winds, colorful foliage and spectacular ocean views from 16 of its 18 holes.
Duration: 2-3 hours
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Altoona, PA3 contributions
Feb 2020
If you have the chance dont miss out on this scenic treasure. So many holes overlooking the sea. I would hve given 5 stars but a couple of greens were a little rough. Our caddies were friendly and very knowledeable. I had my golf buddy with me and the caddy was eiter spot on with yardage or maybe a couple or 3 yards off.
Written 5 March 2020
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Jerome N
2 contributions
Feb 2024 • Solo
For this to be a championship course it was by far one of the worst courses I’ve played. I have played many championship courses around the world and this gets a 3 out of 10. The only reason for the 3 was the experience caddie, pro shop customer service and magnificent views.
You couldn’t roll a ball on the greens at all even if rolled with my hand. Greens were muddy yes I said “Muddy Greens!l” The greens were also spotty, patchy and damn look like someone tried to scrap the grass off the greens. I should have taken pictures.
Anyway, played Feb 4, 2024. This course needs a lot of maintenance. I was told afterwards that I should have played Tryall or Cinnamon.
Don’t waste you money on this course even if they offered a discount which was still over $100 US dollars.
You couldn’t roll a ball on the greens at all even if rolled with my hand. Greens were muddy yes I said “Muddy Greens!l” The greens were also spotty, patchy and damn look like someone tried to scrap the grass off the greens. I should have taken pictures.
Anyway, played Feb 4, 2024. This course needs a lot of maintenance. I was told afterwards that I should have played Tryall or Cinnamon.
Don’t waste you money on this course even if they offered a discount which was still over $100 US dollars.
Written 4 February 2024
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yvon521
United States95 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
Real treat for a caddy we had today! Her name is Diane...she was so attentive and professional. We have enjoyed many caddies at courses in the carribean...but she was the best with yardage and club selection we have ever had! Really enjoyed our game with her!
Written 17 February 2020
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Diploj
Washington DC, DC267 contributions
Mar 2020 • Couples
Fun, challenging course with lots of inclines and fantastic views. We played two rounds and had great caddies both times (Rocky, then Kendra. Thanks!) My wife and I aren’t great golfers and enjoyed the fact that the course was pretty quiet. We didn’t need to speed through. Greens on the front 9 were a little patchy but it didn’t take away from the experience.
Written 10 March 2020
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Anthony
Boston, MA2 contributions
Feb 2020
Played here twice in the last week of February. Course was absolutely gorgeous and wish my caddie Erica was able to join me every round of my life as she was entertaining, knowledgeable, helpful, professional and just an all around awesome human being. Thanks so much Erica YOU'RE THE BEST!!!!!!!
Written 2 March 2020
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lpihearu
Baltimore, MD29 contributions
Nov 2024 • Family
We played on NOVEMBER 1, which was the first day the course was open to the public. We had fore caddies that were terrific to find our golf balls and read the greens. However, the greens were in terrible condition and the sand traps were in horrible condition. We expected better since this was the first day of play. Other than another single player, we had the entire course to ourselves. The Staff there was very very nice
Written 11 November 2024
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Todd B
7 contributions
Dec 2023 • Friends
DO NOT PLAY!! White witch golf course is a great layout but the greens are not playable. They are mud! And that is not a joke. Don’t waste your time booking there. Even if they let you play for free it’s not worth it. Go play Cinnamon Hill or Tryall.
Written 7 December 2023
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John W
Fort Myers, FL36 contributions
Feb 2023 • Friends
Great day of golf. Very friendly staff. Required caddies were very valuable in helping keep us in play and finding the balls when they went out. Particularly enjoyed Shawnee. The course reopened about two months ago (closed for Covid). Some of the greens are rough but very playable. Definitely recommend playing if only for the absolutely stunning views on nearly ever hole.
Written 10 February 2023
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Hi Valued Golfer,
Thank you for sharing your experience with our Tripadvisor Community. We are delighted you enjoyed your round of golf with us. Please be ensured that our team is working hard to bring the White Witch Golf Course back to its former glory. We are proud of the progress made thus far. Shawnee will be congratulated on a job well done.
Written 20 February 2023
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Darren J
Toronto9 contributions
Mar 2020
Had the pleasure of playing this amazing course on March 6th, and with the help of my great caddie Patrick. Very knowledgeable about the course, and has a wonderful personality. The course itself has some of most stunning views I have ever seen. The changes in elevations are crazy!!!, a definite must play course when in Jamaica. The Pro Shop staff so friendly and helpful!!
A special thank you to Keith, for setting up the tee times.
A special thank you to Keith, for setting up the tee times.
Written 17 March 2020
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Austin E
4 contributions
Jan 2024 • Family
The greens are dead. Not a chance to putt. They need to close the course for months and re-grass. Bunkers are not much better. Fairways muddy and not good.
Views were beautiful and staff were friendly. Amazing facility completely fallen into ruin. So sad.
Views were beautiful and staff were friendly. Amazing facility completely fallen into ruin. So sad.
Written 31 January 2024
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I am going to be playing White Witch over the holiday season but concern with report of bad greens. Can someone who just has been there within the past month let me know:
Are the greens just patchy or no grass?
How many would you say are bad?
Are they unplayable?
Thanks
Written 17 December 2019
Hi,
You can take your own clubs with you
Written 31 July 2019
I will be staying at the Hyatt Zilara/Ziva and had seen that golf may be part of the all inclusive package. Can anyone confirm this? Also the online reservation isn’t working. How did most of you schedule tee times?
Written 30 May 2019
How much is a cab from Secrets St James to the White Witch course? Heard something crazy like $100 usd??
Written 12 January 2019
My husband golfed at 3 courses. One was free, just had to tip the driver. The other 2 were minimal 10 - 20 dollars. We were at the Hyatt Zilara.
Written 27 January 2019
Do you pay tax on the $15 caddie fee? I assume you pay the $15 in the pro shop and then tip directly to the caddie, is that correct?
Written 22 May 2017
Yes tax on fee .... Then u tip cash to caddy usually $25 USD each person ($50 cash for a twosome)
Written 4 June 2017
Caddie rate is $15 per round which may be included in your golf rate depending on where you bought your round. An additional gratuity is also standard, $20/$25 is recommended.
Written 15 August 2016
I will be on a cruise next month that offers this course as an excursion. I'm far from a good golfer, which makes the Witch extremely intimidating! The Caddy reviews seem to be either very good, or very poor. Thoughts???
Written 6 January 2016
Can anyone suggest a Golf Club in Jamaica with an Tennis club and Gym attached ?
Written 18 November 2015
Hi Kisse
White Witch and Cinnamon Hill Golf courses are the best golf courses in Jamaica. In fact White Witch has just been awarded Best Golf Course in Jamaica 2015 at the World Golf Awards.
These golf courses do not have tennis courts and gyms but your hotel in Montego Bay is very likely to have these amenities.
Golf at these courses is included if you choose to stay at Hyatt Ziva & Zilara OR Iberostar Grand.
Written 18 November 2015
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