Cardinal Golf Course Named One of the Best New Public Courses in the U.S.

We are thrilled to share that Golf Digest has recognized The Cardinal Golf Course at Saint John’s Resort as the fourth best new public course in the United States. This national honor places one of Metro Detroit’s premier golf experiences among the most celebrated courses in the country.

The Cardinal Golf Course, recognized by Golf Digest as one of the best new public courses in the United States.

Designed by world-renowned golf architect Raymond Hearn of Raymond Hearn Golf Course Designs, The Cardinal represents a bold vision for modern golf experiences — challenging yet accessible, strategic yet beautiful, and rooted in its natural setting.

A Course That Elevates Place and Play

The recognition from Golf Digest reflects more than just aesthetics or reputation. It validates what players feel in every round: thoughtful routing, compelling strategy, and a sense of discovery on every hole.

The Cardinal was created to:

• Embrace the natural contours of the land

• Provide strategic choices for golfers of all skill levels

• Offer memorable vistas and pacing throughout the course

• Complement the broader resort experience with signature character

This combination of design integrity and player engagement is what distinguishes The Cardinal from the field.

Boutique Hotel Professionals’ Role in The Cardinal Golf Course

Boutique Hotel Professionals was honored to manage this magnificent project from inception through delivery. Our involvement included strategic oversight of design coordination, construction phasing, stakeholder alignment, and integration with the resort’s overall guest experience.

Golf projects of this scale and profile require:

• Clear vision and collaborative leadership

• Alignment between architect, client, and operating teams

• Detailed planning and execution discipline

• A focus on long-term operational success

We were proud to bring these priorities to life in partnership with Raymond Hearn Golf Course Designs and the Saint John’s Resort leadership team.

Recognition That Resonates Beyond Golf

National rankings like this do more than celebrate athletic design achievements. They:

• Drive leisure and sports tourism demand

• Strengthen the resort’s competitive positioning

• Attract golf events and group business

• Enhance brand perception regionally and nationally

For Saint John’s Resort and the broader Metro Detroit market, this accolade is a testament to strategic investment, design excellence, and execution.

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The Bottom Line

The Cardinal Golf Course stands as a compelling example of what thoughtful design, purposeful planning, and collaborative execution can achieve. Recognition among the best new public courses in the U.S. underscores what players and guests already knew — this is a golf experience worthy of national attention.

Congratulations to the entire design and operational team behind The Cardinal. It is an honor to contribute to elevated destination experiences like this.