Nice course that feels more natural than most others. It feels like they used the lay of the land and designed golf holes around the natural terrain. Holes don't feel manufactured or man made. Slopes and creeks seem to be natural features of the area. Some tee shots need driven up to examine the landing area to see the layout of the hole before hitting. Several dog leg holes that merit an early exam of where to hit your tee ball. Course isn't long and greens are fairly large and nice bent grass. Not as many scenic vistas as some nearby courses, but a well maintained and fun course. I'd gladly play it again if I was in the area. Restaurant has a great burger and chicken sandwich.

I’ve played 8/9 of the Village courses over the last 5 years or so, and Cortez might be my favorite. Not long by any means but makes you hit shots / think on nearly every par 4. Course was in great shape. They had recently aerated the greens so they were slower than usual but still rolled true. Go check it out!

Great experience from start to finish. All staff were friendly. Reasonable price as a guest. Medium sized driving range. Large putting green. Got paired with 3 local regulars, very nice guys. Trees and water make it a scenic course. Tee boxes and fairways in very nice shape. Greens ran true and smooth. Good sized pro shop and restaurant. Definitely recommend Cortez.

One of the most beautiful and definitely a most difficult course in Hot Springs Village. It will certainly challenge you, yet you will leave wanting to return and conquer! (*_*) Loved every minute of it!!

Cortez is a nice course, the staff was friendly and helpful. The guest green fees are much higher than I expected.