Croquet

The Grand Hotel started offering croquet in the mid-1940s.  Our game has been elevated with the addition of 2 championship 6 Wicket Golf Croquet lawns at our Lakewood Club. Golf croquet is a version of the game that is very popular due to the fact that new players can be introduced to the game rather quickly and can begin playing after learning just a few basic concepts and skills.

• General Information

  • The croquet lawns are TifEagle Bermuda, an ultra-dwarf grass, which is the same used on the (2) Lakewood Golf Courses
  • Both lawns are zero-leveled and must be cut every day in the summer months
  • Our covered pavilion features chairs, TVs, a bar, and men/women's restrooms
  • Each lawn is regulation size (84 feet by 105 feet) with boundaries around the perimeter.
  • Players under 16 must be accompanied by an adult
  • Our pro shop sells croquet apparel and mallets.
  • Croquet courts may be reserved by Grand Hotel registered guests for $40+ tax for 90 minutes.  This fee includes the use of (4) croquet mallets and (4) balls. 
  • Staff is available onsite for assistance should you require it.
  • Private reservations for registered hotel guests may be made through the Tennis Shop (251) 990-6395 or by dialing ext. 6395 on any phone in-house.
  • Grand Hotel registered guests must check in at the tennis pro shop for lawn assignments

• Lessons and Clinic

  • Players under 16 must be accompanied by an adult
  • The use of Croquet mallets and balls are included in the price of the lesson/clinic.
  • Reservations for registered hotel guests may be made through the Tennis Shop (251) 990-6395 or by dialing ext. 6395 on any phone in-house.
  • Grand Hotel registered guests must check in at the tennis pro shop for lawn assignments
  • Croquet FAQ