Cortez Golf Course

Cortez Golf Course in Hot Springs Village, Arkansas, is a popular round among Hole19 golfers in Arkansas — and it's easy to see why it earns that reputation. Designed by Ault, Clark & Associates, this 18-hole layout is built for shot-makers rather than long hitters. Accurate placement off the tee matters more than distance, as the course winds through rolling hills lined with hickory, oak, and pine trees. Water hazards and significant elevation changes add consistent challenge throughout the round, while five sets of tees keep it accessible to a wide range of players. Hole 10 is widely regarded as one of the toughest in the Village — a 425-yard par 4 that drops downhill before climbing back up to an elevated green. Hole 17 offers one of the most photographed views on the property, with a striking mountain peak visible from the tee.