Guest Experience

When you arrive, you'll be greeted at our Guarded Entrance. Let the attendant know you're a guest, and they'll direct you from there.

Guest parking is located just past the Entrance on the left-hand side. 

We recommend arriving about an hour before your tee time — a little earlier if your group is joining us for lunch beforehand. This gives you time to get settled, change, and warm up without feeling rushed.

Note: If you arrive before your member-host, check in at the golf shop and let staff know you're a guest. They'll make sure you're taken care of.

Pull up to our bag drop located on the arrival loop near the main building, and our outside service team will take it from there — your bag will be waiting when you're ready to play. There's no need to carry clubs through the clubhouse.

Stop into the golf shop to check in for your round. Our staff will have your tee time on file under your member-host's name. It's also a great place to grab anything you may have forgotten — gloves, balls, tees, and more.

The practice range and short game area are available to guests prior to your round. Range balls are complimentary. 

We take pride in maintaining a welcoming and polished environment throughout the club. Here's what to plan on:

• On the course: Collared shirts (tucked in), golf slacks or tailored golf shorts. No denim, cargo shorts, or athletic wear.
• In the clubhouse: The same standard applies. Hats and visors are not permitted after 6pm in all indoor areas.
• Dining room: Smart casual requested after 6pm.
• Footwear: Soft spikes or spikeless golf shoes are required on the course. Metal spikes are not permitted.

Please change into golf shoes in the locker room rather than the parking lot — we have comfortable facilities waiting for you.

Note: When in doubt, err on the side of neat and tidy. Our team is happy to help, and the golf shop carries essentials if you need them.

Your member-host handles guest fees for the round, which typically include green fees, cart or caddie fees, and food and beverage. We want you to relax and enjoy the experience — not worry about the tab.

If you'd like to make a purchase in the golf shop, we accept cash and credit cards. Food and beverage in the clubhouse is charged to the member's account or paid for directly by guests with all major credit cards.

Gratuity is always welcome and appreciated by our team. If you'd like to show your appreciation to outside service staff, locker room attendants, caddies, or our dining team, cash is the easiest way to do so.

We ask that all guests keep their phones on silent upon arriving at Ancala.'Phone calls are permitted outdoors and in designated areas. We ask that phones be used outside of the dining room during dinner service or on the practice facilities.

Photography on the course and around the property is welcome for personal use. We simply ask that photos or videos intended for publication or social media be approved in advance. Please do not include other members or guests without permission.

Our clubhouse includes a dining room and a halfway house, both of which offer shaded seating with panoramic views of Camelback Mountain, and both are open to guests accompanied by their member-host.

Permitted in outdoor areas only, away from dining patios and event spaces.

Our members are passionate about this club, and we think you'll see why. A few things that help everyone have a great experience:

• Pace of play: We take pace seriously. If a hole gets away from you, please pick up and move along — it keeps things enjoyable for everyone on the course.
• Children: Children are welcome in all areas of the club prior to 6pm. Junior golfers are welcome to play the course.
• Pets: Leashed dogs are welcome around the clubhouse and on patios, permitting no disturbance to other members, guests and/or team members.
• Guest frequency: Members may host the same guest up to [8] times per calendar year.

Most importantly — welcome. We hope this is the first of many visits, and we look forward to taking great care of you.