Frequently Asked Questions

Standard cancellation policy: A deposit of $300 per adult is required at the time of booking. Should you cancel outside of 30 days prior to your stay, we will refund your deposit. Should you cancel your dates fewer than 30 days prior to arrival, you will forfeit 100% of your deposit.

To receive a copy of your bill or for billing questions, email billingsupport@pinehurst.com

Pinehurst is a pet-free facility. Please let us know if you need help arranging local boarding for your pets by contacting the Resort Services desk at (910) 235-8415.

Kids 12 and under stay free when sharing a room with a parent. Kids 5 and under dine free and ages 6-17 dine at a la carte pricing. Kids 17 and under play for free with parents. An additional fee per child applies when playing No. 2 and No. 4.

Pinehurst partners with Ship Sticks to offer our guests a seamless door-to-door shipping service both to and from the resort. All bags will be delivered to The Carolina Hotel and held in storage until your arrival. For further details on the service or to receive a quote, visit shipsticks.com/pinehurst-resort.

All guest rooms are thoroughly cleaned before being available for the next guest. All disinfectants used at Pinehurst Resort are registered with the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and meet the criteria for use against emerging viral pathogens & SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19.

We’ve enhanced the air quality around the resort with Needle-Point Bi-Polar Ionization HVAC filtration technology.

Check out time has been adjusted to 11 a.m. for additional cleaning of each room.

We’ve increased the presence of hand-sanitizing stations throughout the resort – in the hotel, at golf courses and clubhouses, in our restaurants and stores, and all other areas. Additionally, our guests receive personal hand sanitizer and disinfectant wipes to use throughout their stay.

All phones, refrigerators, handrails, cash machines, restrooms, TV remotes, common areas and flat surfaces throughout the resort are being cleaned numerous times every day.

Our on-property and airports shuttles are available and undergo regular cleaning numerous times a day.

We are not accepting cash at our point of sale outlets at this time.

However, should you need cash for caddie tips or other gratuities, ATMs can be found at the main Clubhouse and at the Carolina Hotel.

The Spa is only offering 50-minute services at this time and appointments will be spaced to allow time for treatment rooms to be thoroughly cleaned between services.

Currently, food service and O2 Chairs are not available.

All appointments will need be paid for by credit card or charged to the guests room or member account.

Guests will receive a pre-arrival text message with resort information and will be able to communicate directly with someone at the resort. We ask that each guest provide an estimated arrival time for better service in the lobby and public areas.

While using CDC recommendations and state and local guidelines to accommodate events, Pinehurst Resort’s 80,000 square feet of indoor meeting space provides the flexibility to accommodate your event in a safe and innovative way while gathering restrictions may be in place.

• We will provide hand sanitizer containing at least 70% alcohol at the entrance and other areas.
• Sanitized pens and unused note pads will be provided for each attendee.
• Tables with linen will be changed after each function daily. Linen-less meeting room tables and banquet chairs will be sanitized between daily meeting/set ups.
• High-touch areas such as door handles and handrails will be sanitized multiple times each day, and between all functions.
• Our staff will wash or sanitize hands between each course served.
• All bar service will be cashless. Bars will use a fresh glass/cup for every drink.

The most convenient way to fly into Pinehurst is via Raleigh-Durham International (RDU) which is about 75 minutes from Pinehurst. Please note that ride share services are very limited from Pinehurst to RDU. You may also arrive via Charlotte Douglas International (CLT), which is about two hours away, Piedmont Triad international (GSO), which is 75 minutes away, or Fayetteville Regional (FAY), which is an hour away. Guests arriving by private aircraft may fly into Moore Regional (SOP) located 10 minutes away.

The resort offers Airport Shuttle Service to RDU available during peak hours.
Top-of-the-hour Pick Up at RDU: 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. – $100 per person one-way
Top-of-the-hour Departure from The Carolina Hotel: 5 a.m. to 7 p.m. – $100 per person one-way

Airport Shuttle Policy: Top-of-the-hour Airport Shuttle Service operates on a reservation basis only during peak hours indicated. Private airport transportation is available during off-peak hours. Please provide 72 hours advance notice to guarantee a reservation. Full rate applies to day-of-travel cancellations or no-shows. If your arrival is delayed, please call 910.235.8465 to check availability of service for your new arrival time. If we do not have service available to coincide with your new arrival time, at your request, we will provide names and phone numbers of other services that provide transportation from RDU to Pinehurst Resort. All charges associated with delays, including but not limited to cancellations, no shows, airport shuttle changes or alternate transportation service, are at the expense of the traveler.

Yes, rates start at $350.00 plus 18% gratuity for 1-2 passengers. Please call our Transportation Department at 910-235-8465 for Private service quotes.

Private Shuttle Policy: Please provide 24 hours advance notice for cancellations. Day-of-travel cancellations including no shows incur full rate charge. Should your arrival be delayed, please notify us immediately at 910-235-8465. If you are delayed more than one hour beyond your reserved pick up time, a wait time fee of $50 per hour will apply.

Private planes often route through Moore County Airport (KSOP), just a short 10-minute drive from the resort. Shuttle service from SOP is available at the following rates:
SHARED SERVICE: $25 – 1 or 2 passengers; 3 to 8 passengers: $50
PRIVATE SERVICE: 1-2 passengers is $80* per person; Up to 8 passengers is $160*
*Plus 18% gratuity. Reservations for all airport services require 72 hours advance notice to ensure availability.

Click here for directions to the Resort.

Pinehurst Resort offers complimentary shuttle service to all Resort owned facilities and to Pinehurst Village proper during regular operating hours. Shuttle service is “on call.” Pick up times average 15 minutes once the call is received. Shuttle wait times may be longer for large group transfers. For functions scheduled at a location after normal operating hours, dedicated shuttle service is available for hire. Dedicated shuttle service is highly recommended for group movements. Lake Pinehurst Shuttle Service is seasonal. Dial ext 58403 from any resort phone or call (910) 235-8403.

Please note that ride share services are very limited in the Pinehurst area.

Pinehurst has partnered with BMW to provide guests with an exclusive guest drive experience during your stay. A fleet of BMWs can be reserved to tour the Village and its surrounding areas. We have maps and keys waiting for you. Vehicles can be reserved Wednesday – Sunday, 9 a.m. – 9 p.m. and are available only to resort guests at this time. To reserve your complimentary BMW, visit the Resort Services desk upon arrival, or call 910.235.8415.

We are not accepting cash at our point of sale outlets at this time.

However, should you need cash for caddie tips or other gratuities, ATMs can be found at the main Clubhouse and at the Carolina Hotel.

Tour miles of scenic streets through The Village of Pinehurst on one of our TownieGo E-bikes. It’s an easy-to-use, fun-to-ride, pedal assist e-bike with surprising power that’ll make you want to go forever. You can flatten hills and shorten distances with the Bosch Active System and four levels of power support from Eco to Turbo mode. Multi-gear functionality lets you control output and battery life.

TownieGo E-bikes and traditional bikes can be reserved at the front of The Carolina Hotel at no charge. Ask Resort Services about scenic routes and trails.

For all resort properties, check-in is at 4 p.m. while check-out is at 11 a.m.

Yes. The Pinehurst fitness center, complimentary to all Resort guests 16 years and older, is located at The Spa at Pinehurst. The facility is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and features new state-of-the-art equipment.

Pinehurst offers more than just great golf. In fact, the resort was originally founded as a health retreat, where the Pine-scented air was thought to have mystical restorative powers. Some say it still does. Experience the art of leisure as you explore the timeless Village, with its sandy paths, historic homes and charming shops. While away the day in our Spa, take a croquet lesson, or have a fun contest on our Thistle Dhu putting course. There’s no shortage of ways to relax. For more information about Resort and area activities, click here.

Yes. Dry-cleaning and seamstress services are available to guests.

Complimentary Wi-Fi is available in all guest rooms and lobby areas. The high speed network Pinehurst-Guest does not require a password.

Located in the lobby of The Carolina Hotel, the Resort Services Desk is your one stop for information. Our team of experts will assist with everything from Spa appointments to tee times, from driving directions to dinner reservations and everything in between. Please stop by the desk between the hours of 7 a.m. – 11 p.m. or dial extension 58415.

There are 16 EV chargers across the resort. Each location below has 4 dedicated charges for owner/operators to choose from:

• Carolina East Parking Lot
• Carolina West Parking Lot
• Pinehurst Country Club
• Holly Inn

These pedestal mounted charging stations are easy to use; simply scan the QR code on the station and follow the instructions. All electric vehicle types can be charged, though some may require an additional adapter. Spaces are strategically located and marked for electric vehicles in each lot. A small fee will be associated with charging, at $.10 per Kw.

For more information about our chargers, please visit https://evcharging.enelx.com/commercial-charging

You may rent a set of the latest Titleist clubs for $80 per day. Call the main golf shop for information at (910) 235-8141.

We believe that caddies and forecaddies have the greatest impact on the golf experience. They help you with shot selection, read greens, provide local knowledge and lore, rake bunkers, clean golf balls, and generally make sure your Pinehurst golf experience is one you won’t forget. We highly encourage guests to utilize a caddie on Pinehurst No. 2 and No. 4 as they are cart path only. Many golfers enjoy forecaddies on other Pinehurst courses, allowing them to ride in a cart still enjoying the normal caddie services.

Caddie fees are paid upon registration at the golf shop. Rates are as follows:
Double Bag Caddie: $75 per player
Forecaddie: $35 per player
(We recommend a $50 gratuity per bag for walking caddies and $30 per bag for forecaddies.)

In an effort to promote pace of play as well as the safety and health of our caddies, golfers should travel with a single strap carry bag weighing less than 24 pounds. If your bag does not meet these requirements, you may be asked to use a provided change-out bag.

Please keep in mind that carts are restricted to paths on course No. 2 and No. 4. Carts are allowed to ride the fairways of all other courses.

Push carts are available at all courses. Push carts are available on a first come first serve basis at each golf course. 

Pinehurst has partnered with Ship Sticks to offer our guests a seamless door-to-door shipping service both to and from the resort. Shipping costs range from $39 to $59 per bag each way, and all bags will be delivered to The Carolina Hotel and held in storage until your arrival. For further details on the service or to receive a quote, visit shipsticks.com/pinehurst-resort.

Our course maintenance schedule varies throughout the year and is subject to change. Please ask your sales agent when you book for the latest schedule. Current schedules for 2023 are as follows:

Course No. 1: 7/2 – 7/14/23 (Full Aerification)
Course No. 2: 7/30 – 8/7/23 (Green Aerification)
Course No. 4: 6/6 – 6/13/23 (Green Aerification)
Course No. 6: 5/26 – 6/6/23 (Full Aerification)
Course No. 7: 7/16 – 7/26/23 (Full Aerification)
Course No. 8: 8/1 – 8/7/23 (Green Aerification)
Course No. 9: 6/7 – 6/20/23 (Full Aerification)
The Cradle: 6/25 – 6/30/23 (Full Aerification)

Winter closings:
Courses No. 7 and No. 8 will be closed every Monday in December 2022 through February 2023
Courses No. 6 and No. 9 will be closed every Tuesday in December 2022 through February 2023

We recommend collared shirts and well-kept pants or shorts with a belt. Denim, open-toe shoes or sandals are not acceptable on the course or driving range.

Pinehurst reserves advance tee times for members and resort guests. To play courses 2, 4, 6, 7, 8 or 9, you must be a member or resort guest. If you are not a member or resort guest and wish to play courses 1, 3, 5 or The Cradle, you may call (855) 835-0771, opt 5, to book a tee time beginning 1 day before your desired date of play. Walk on tee times are non-cancellable.

Once you have started play, the round must be completed in the same day. Should you decide not to play due to inclement weather conditions, please visit the main golf shop to discuss your options.

If you are a resort guest, dial extension 58415 to make an appointment at our award-winning Spa. Non-resort guests, please call . Your room number or credit card number is required at the time of booking. To explore services and treatments, click here.

A 20% service charge will be added to your bill to compensate your Spa professional. A small portion of this service charge is retained by the Resort as an administration fee. You may add additional gratuity at your discretion. All prices and services are subject to change without notice.

8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday-Sunday (Hours may vary by season)

For your enhanced comfort and relaxation, we suggest arriving 30 minutes prior to your scheduled treatment. This will allow time to relax and rewind before your therapy begins.

If you cancel your appointment at least 24 hours ahead of your service, we will issue a full refund. No-shows or cancellations outside of 24 hours will be charged in full. A Pinehurst guest room number or credit card number is required at the time of booking.

In order to provide the best experience for our guests, we strive to begin and end each treatment on time. Should you arrive late for your appointment, the time of your service will be reduced and the charge for your service will remain the same. If possible, please call the spa to inform us of your anticipated late arrival.

Please wear whatever is comfortable for you. During all treatments, the body is fully draped, except for the area being worked on. Robes and slippers are provided. Lockers are available for your personal items. Private lounge areas are clothing optional, but swimsuits/clothing are required for coed lounge area.

To help facilitate a tranquil environment and protect our guests’ privacy, we ask that you leave all electronic devices in your locker upon arrival. Cell phones and other electronic devices are not permitted in the treatment rooms or wet areas, including saunas, steam rooms, whirlpools and coed pool area. Photography in all tranquil areas is not permitted.

Please do not shave the day of treatment.

Friday through Saturday, access to the spa is reserved for guests with a scheduled appointment). Sunday through Thursday, guests who do not have a treatment scheduled can inquire about purchasing a Tranquility Pass for $50. This all-day pass provides access to the wet areas of the spa. Passes are sold the day of use and may be purchased at the Spa after 8 a.m.

TRANQUILITY PASS – Sun-Thur $50

At the time of booking your treatment, please let us know if you have high blood pressure, allergies, other physical ailments or disabilities or if you are pregnant. If at any time during your service you experience discomfort, please alert your spa professional immediately.

Some services should be avoided during pregnancy, but there are many others that are beneficial, such as our Maternity Massage (post first trimester). Please let us know at the time of reservation if you are pregnant so that we may provide the best spa experience.

Guests 16 and older are welcome at the Spa. Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Minors may receive nail services provided they are accompanied by an adult.

We strive to provide the most tranquil and enjoyable experience for all of our spa guests. In an effort to maintain a relaxing and safe spa atmosphere for all, please be mindful of voice volume at all times within the spa, as this is a shared experience for other guests. For safety concerns, please do not bring glassware or sharp objects into the spa tranquil areas. This includes but is not limited to glass bottles, containers, glasses, and razors. Thank you in advance for your compliance.

Pinehurst boasts five restaurants ranging from our craft brewery and smokehouse to the elegant Carolina Dining Room. In addition, you can enjoy the convenience of our coffee shop at the Carolina and the 91^st Hole snack bar at the clubhouse. For special occasions and fine dining, we recommend The 1895 Grille. The North & South Bar and The Deuce are great options for cocktails.

Guests staying at any resort hotel that have a meal plan included with their stay can enjoy breakfast options available at any resort outlet, including the breakfast buffet at the Carolina Hotel.

Please note that The Carolina Hotel, including The Carolina Dining Room will be closed from January 15-25, 2023. The Carolina Dining Room will reopen on January 26 for breakfast, lunch, dinner and late night dinner with a relaxed dress code: dress shorts will be permitted, however, collared shirts and closed-toed shoes are still required. Hats are not permitted.

The Ryder Cup Lounge, located in The Carolina Hotel, will be closed for renovations from January 15 – September 2023. During this time, the bar will be located in the front section of the Carolina Dining Room. Reservations are recommended for all guests and are required for parties of five or more. Parties of 16-32 guests will dine from the Chef’s Select Menu.

For more information about dining at Pinehurst, click here.

All vacation packages include breakfast daily, however, there is an option to add dinner (at resort dining outlets) to your meal plan. (Excludes Alcohol)

Kids 5 and under dine free and ages 6-17 dine at a la carte pricing. Kids 17 and under stay and golf for free when sharing a room with a parent.

Guests staying at any resort hotel that have a meal plan included with their stay can enjoy breakfast options available at any resort outlet, including the breakfast buffet at the Carolina Hotel.

Note that meals purchased outside of what is included with the meal plan at resort outlets will incur an 18% service charge.

Reservations are required at the Carolina Dining Room and the 1895 Grille.
Reservations are available at the Deuce.

If you are a resort guest, dial extension 58507, option 6 to make dining reservations. Non-resort guests, please call . 

To modify or cancel your dining reservation, please do so at least 24 hours prior to your reservation. A fee of $25 per person will be added to your stay for no-shows and cancellations within the 24 hour window.

To modify or cancel your dining reservation, please do so at least 24 hours prior to your reservation. A fee of $25 per person will be added to your stay for no-shows and cancellations within the 24 hour window.

Yes. 1895 Grille: Attire is to include collared shirt, casual slacks or denim. No flip flops, tennis shoes or hats, please. Shorts are not permitted to dinner. Carolina Dining Room: Collared shirt, slacks, well-kept denim, or dress shorts and closed-toed shoes. No flip flops, tennis shoes or hats, please.

Yes, in-room dining is available at The Carolina Hotel and The Holly Inn. For more information about in-room dining at Pinehurst, click here.

Yes. As a guest of the resort, you have the convenience of charging purchases made on property to your room, including resort dining venues, gift shops, snack bars, etc.

Whether it’s an eight-person leadership meeting or a 1,000-person company retreat, we have an elegant space for your event. Click here to use our venue finder to start planning your event.

Enjoy the convenience of a dedicated event services team. We’re here to organize every detail, so you can focus on building relationships, developing strategies, and celebrating your business. Services include venue selection, décor, catering, event production and more.

There’s something for everyone to enjoy. Golfers will cross legendary courses off their bucket lists, while non-golfers will have their choice of spa treatments, tennis, poolside relaxation, biking, and beyond. After the workday, networking and socializing continues at the Pinehurst Brewing Co. or the North & South Bar. For more information about group activities, click here.

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Whether you envision a beautiful outdoor ceremony or an elegant ballroom setting, Pinehurst offers a number of gorgeous venues, each of which can be custom-fitted to suit your individual needs.

Looking for an hors-d’oeuvre party for 20? Need a specialized menu? Or looking for a little Southern flare? Our culinary team is ready to serve you a selection that will tempt every palate and will ensure the menu for your wedding is as exceptional as the ceremony itself. We have a century-old reputation for exceptional cuisine, elegant presentations, and superior service. You can rest assured every place setting will be designed to perfection. In addition to our standard selections, we can customize your menu to your particular tastes. From intimate to opulent, from appetizer to entrée, we’ll make every bite as attractive as it is delicious.

Our pastry chefs are renowned for their wedding cakes. Whether your tastes lean to the traditional or more modern design, we’ll create a cake as unique as you. Choose your shape, your stacks, your icing and filling flavor. Coordinate icing with your wedding colors. You can even have your wedding cake made out of individual cupcakes.

Click here to view our wedding packages.

Pinehurst is committed to making its website accessible to all individuals. Please click here to review our Accessibility Statement.

For your convenience a resort service fee will be added to your account. This fee covers package meal gratuities for staff in the dining venues, as well as the bell and door staff. For non-package meals, beverages and spa treatments, a separate service charge is added to your account. Housekeeping and transportation staff do not receive a portion of the resort service fee. Gratuities in addition to the above and for any other resort staff are at your discretion.

If you have lost something at the resort or left an item in your room, you may contact our lost and found department by emailing LostandFound@Pinehurst.com.

Please search our job listings and apply online. We do not accept applications in person. You must apply online or through the N.C. Department of Employment Security. If you have questions, contact our Human Resources Department at (910) 235-8236 or email Careers@Pinehurst.com.

Gift cards in any dollar amount may be purchased online at www.ShopPinehurst.com or at any resort retail outlet as well as The Spa.

As you might imagine, we receive thousands of requests each year for charitable donations requiring us to focus our efforts on the causes for which we can have the greatest benefit. Our priorities today include public education programs in the state of North Carolina, and initiatives that benefit our employee partners and our surrounding community. Each request we receive is evaluated in terms of how it can help us achieve our objectives in these key areas. Please email donation requests on the letterhead of your organization to DonationRequests@Pinehurst.com. We review each request upon receipt and will get back to you as soon as possible.

In appreciation for members of our armed services, Pinehurst offers a 10% discount to active and retired military on select vacation packages and treatments at The Spa. You must present a valid military ID in order to receive this discount.

Please use the following Address:

Mailing Address (US Mail)
P.O. Box 4000
Village of Pinehurst, North Carolina 28374

Shipping Address (Freight, UPS, Fed Ex etc.)
70 McLean Road
Village of Pinehurst, North Carolina 28374