Golfland Sunsplash

This was one of my old hangout spots as a kid. We either got a big group of people together during the summers to hit the water slides or it was an option for a high school date night on the miniature golf course. After all these years, I still find myself visiting here on occasions. The entrance is shaped like a castle and has an old-school arcade and snack bar inside of it. Hanging out at the arcades was one of my favorite activities as a kid. Outside are three different 18-hole miniature golf courses. For as old as this place is, Golfland has done a decent job of maintaining these golf courses. We came over here recently and had fun just being goofy and acting like kids again while playing a round of golf.

Sunsplash is the water park side of Goldland and is only open during the summer. It is the perfect place to go to escape our crazy hot summers. They have all types of slides, a lazy river, a wavepool and stuff for toddlers. Golfland Sunplash also has a Fastcar Raceway and Bumper Cars and Boats.

Golfland Sunsplash is located in Mesa near the 60. I'm not going to lie, it is in a sketchy part of Mesa. This park was one of the filming locations for 1989 movie "Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure". If you come during the holidays, they transform the golf courses into a Halloween or Christmas themed course with all sorts of decorations and lights.

Unfortunately, Yelp doesn't have the option of no stars so one will have to do for the sake of letting the public know what type of establishment this is.

On May 19th, 2024, my sister and I visited with her 2 children. We had. 1.5 year old and a 3 year old. One of them has Sensory Processing Disorder and autistic so this was a completely new experience for him. When it came time to get wristbands, my nephew did not want to wear it as this creates discomfort due to the sensory disorder. Instead of being understanding and trying to find a way to make a reasonable accommodation as the ADA states, we were told that if he didn't wear the wristband, he couldn't go in. I was shocked that they were unwilling to cooperate with us to find another solution. In the midst of this, my nephew is in distress, crying and physically having a hard time controlling his emotions. We told them he was autistic and that he has a hard time with textures and wearing things as it causes him to become very upset. The woman with the wristbands was completely unprofessional and downright rude throughout this whole time. We had to pin our nephew down to get the wristband on long enough to make it past the gate before taking it off immediately. While I understand these are a safety precaution for who is allowed inside the park, this was no way to handle this situation. We've never experienced this kind of discrimination from a business before and will not be returning and ensuring others find another water park to visit also. We will be looking into filing a formal complaint and will pursue any other legal action needed so that no other child or adult has to go through this torture for the sake of a wristband.

It is such a shame considering my family has spent many years growing up and coming here during the summer. I would advise anyone to reconsider going here and take your business to one of the other AZ water parks.

CAN YOU SAY Waste of money We took 5 adults and 6 kids. It COST just under $500.

1st of all, it says on their web page that all people must pay (no spectators). Dont be fooled into paying for adults and anyone not going on or using attractions/rides. The no spectator policy is not enforced, and there were many adults without wrist bands on the property. We paid for all adults, and only 2 adults used any of the attractions/rides. 2nd, if you buy the $6.99 video game upgrade, dont expect much. 1) it only works on 60% of video games (if the machine was even working). 2) The card is severely restricted to playing about 1 game every 5 minutes. If you swipe it in a game that is on but not working, it makes you wait 1 to 5 minutes to be able to start another game. (They purposely slow the game play down). 3) All of the 6 video game cards had lots of problems with using them.
We went to the counter, and the young lady who said she was the manager (but refused to give her name) was very annoyed and condescending. 1)She talked to me as if i was stupid. 2)She even told me the card was not valid before even looking or trying the card. 3) she seemed very annoyed that I was there. The video game cards themselves were very difficult to use, and all 6 kids (age 9 to 15) gave up within 30 minutes. Now, if kids gave up that easily, you have to know it must have been lame!!!!

The restroom was clean but very dark, so i would recommend not allowing your children in there alone.

As others have said in other reviews, the employees here (and i now agree) are lacking in smiles, enthusiasm & and energy. What a shame!!

Saftey hazzard pointed out to the so-called manger, and she replied they know, and it will be fine. Sure, until a little kid puts their finger get and gets shocked.

Dont pre pay for food online. it's the same price at the counter and more choices. they make you feel that they give you a discount if you preorder they dont. as well as the pizza is way over price for frozen pizza. even now that every thing cost more. ( they also dont enforce there no food in the park rule as several people had outside drinks with them).

I feel i am fair in all my reviews, and this place is a BIG FAIL for the money they charge. Try Urban Air. It's newer, all indoors, and better value for the money. ( I have no affiliation with Urban Air)..........

I brought our children here back in the late 90's.. fast Forward to 2021 during Covid when I cane by myself and found the place run down, old and dirty. On top of that it cost me $38 to get in. They haven't made any upkeep at all. never again!

The staff at the go karting was inconsiderate and had poor customer service, and to be honest were quite rude. My family met the height requirement when purchasing the tickets, but when we went out to the karts the workers said no. "They must be above the line"

I would not waste my money here ever again.

I would never ever spend my money in a place like this again. I thought the arcade was so run down and dirty. I just can't believe the prices and still this place looks like this???

Shame on the owner of this establishment. The employees all look so unhappy and I'm guessing I know why. Management. I spoke with Jenna and a lady named Shannon and they couldn't be any ruder when I asked them where the letter rating for the kitchen was. I'm guessing it was because the rating below a C with the way things looked and tasted.

I also spoke to a woman named Monique when inquiring why half of the games didn't work in the arcade and were charging soooo much money. She was also extremely irritated that I would ask that. I think they all have a contest going on who can be the rudest to customers and I would say it's a tie!!

Overall, a huge disappointment. Don't spend your money there!!!

This place discriminates against hiring employees with any type of tattoos. They made me very uncomfortable during the job interview process by pulling me aside in front of several people there for interviews as well, and proceeded to dismiss me from the interview while two other girls who work there laughed about it. Talk about an embarrassing walk of shame.

I used to come here in the 1980's and 90's. After so many years my little has been wanting to go inside the Golfland Castle that she sees when we pass by on the freeway. When we walked in, it felt like I was back in 1980's and my inner child came out. From video games to bumper boats to lazer tag... everything was the same. Even the carpet looked identical. My little one now asks about coming back here...and hopefully she will bring her future little ones here like I did with her.

There was 2 staff members actually working while the rest sat in the staff room, mini golf was terrible. Easiest mini golf course was closed, and the other 2 tracks were so confusing that we ended up on the harder track. The fire alarm went off while we were there and no one cared. Laser tag did not work at all, and food looked like the stuff you would get from a school lunch.

Fun place. Several courses to choice from. The staff is pleasant however the golf area is a bit run down. Just ball gets lost in the tubes. No roving staff for assistance. Some water hokes were empty.
For the cost it should be in top shape.
Large arcade area inside. Go Karts across the street.