Havana Is Back! Golf Course Reopens This Week in The Villages

The Havana Golf Course The Villages has officially reopened, and golfers are already noticing the refreshed layout, smoother playability, and improved course conditions. After months of anticipation, Havana is back — and it looks fantastic.

What’s New at the Havana Golf Course?

Havana remains a par-72 championship course stretching to roughly 7,070 yards from the back tees. The redesign keeps the strategic layout golfers love while improving conditions, flow, and overall playability.

With five tee box options, players of every skill level can choose the distance that fits their game. Whether you enjoy a challenge or prefer a more relaxed round, the updated layout offers something for everyone.

Havana Course Scorecard

Opening Schedule

• Tee time requests opened Wednesday, November 12, 2025.
• Open play for the Kenya and Hemingway nines begins Wednesday, November 19, 2025.

If you’ve been waiting to play Havana again, these dates are your chance to get back out on the course.

Practice Facilities & Amenities

All supporting facilities are open along with the course, including:

• A fully stocked golf shop for check-in and gear
• A smooth, spacious putting green to warm up
• A hitting net to get loose before your round

What to Expect on the Updated Course

Havana is known for its rolling fairways, elevation changes, and scenic atmosphere. The updated design keeps those signature features while improving turf quality and refining hole layouts for a more consistent playing experience.

• More emphasis on accurate tee shots
• Improved greens that reward smart lag putting
• Strategic approaches that require good distance control
• Plenty of hole variety across the Kenya and Hemingway nines

Explore What’s Nearby

After your round, you can explore more of what’s coming to the area — including the brand-new Eastport district. Check out our full guide to Eastport restaurants in The Villages to see what’s opening soon.

Useful Golf Resources

• USGA Rules Hub — quick tips and rule clarifications
• Havana Golf Course on Google Maps — easy directions

Final Thoughts

With its updates, new features, and strong early conditions, the Havana Golf Course The Villages is ready to welcome golfers back. Opening week will fill quickly, so make sure to get those tee time requests in early.

Author: Dave