In a city where five- to six-hour rounds at crowded public courses are common, finding time to play golf in Los Angeles can feel impossible. On busy weekends, a typical 18-hole round on a public course can easily stretch to 5–6 hours once you factor in traffic, waiting on every tee box, and slow groups ahead of you. That’s exactly why more DTLA golfers are turning to indoor golf: you can play a full 18-hole round in about an hour on a simulator, then head straight into Downtown LA’s restaurant and bar scene for your own version of “hole 19” afterward.

At Swing Factory Golf in Downtown Los Angeles, our simulators are set up so a single player can complete 18 holes in roughly 60 minutes, often faster as you get comfortable with the system. There is no waiting on the group in front, no long walks between holes, and no delays from cart traffic; you simply step up, hit your shots, and move immediately to the next hole. For many golfers in or near DTLA, that means you can enjoy a full round after work or before a night out without sacrificing half your day to the course. Don't forget our live sports and snack bar to get you ready for hole 19 too!

The time savings are huge when you compare it to a typical LA public course. Industry and golf data sources commonly estimate that 18 holes for a foursome on a busy public layout usually lands in the 5–6 hour range, and can stretch longer at peak times. Add Los Angeles traffic to and from the course, plus warmup and check-in, and your “quick round” often turns into a full-day project. On a simulator, you get the core experience—course strategy, shot execution, and scoring—compressed into a focused, efficient window.

Playing 18 in an hour also changes how golf fits into your life. Instead of planning your weekend around a round, you can fit golf into the rest of your day. Many Downtown LA golfers use that extra time to turn their simulator sessions into the first half of a perfect DTLA night: golf in the studio, then food and drinks within walking distance. That’s our spin on “hole 19”—except instead of a clubhouse bar, you have the entire Downtown Los Angeles restaurant and bar scene right outside the door.

Bars and Restaurants within 1 mile so you can keep the good vibes going after your round:

Bottega Louie – Popular DTLA spot for Italian fare, pizza, and pastries on S Grand Ave .

Bar Clara – Rooftop-style bar on S Olive St with drinks and city views .Settecento – Italian-inspired dining near S Hill St with a stylish atmosphere .

Bar Jackalope – Whiskey-focused bar known for its intimate vibe near the Historic Core .

JOEY DTLA – Modern restaurant and bar in FIGat7th with a broad menu and drinks 

The Edison – Iconic basement bar with vintage-industrial decor and cocktails near 2nd & Main .

Uncle John’s Cafe – Casual spot serving comfort food near S Hill St .

Seven Grand – Whiskey bar and lounge with pool tables and a lively scene on 7th St .

Perch – French-inspired rooftop restaurant with sweeping Downtown LA views .

Wyman Bar – Classic-style bar inside Downtown’s historic setting, popular for cocktails .

Mediterranean Delight – Mediterranean bite just down the street at 726 S Hill St .

Hello Stranger – Bar and nightlife spot with music and dancing in the DTLA area .

The Exchange – Restaurant at the Freehand Hotel with Middle Eastern–inspired dishes on 8th St .Library Bar – Cozy, book-lined bar with cocktails near 6th & Hope .

California Chicken Cafe – Casual counter-service option on S Hill St for quick bites .

The Grayson Bar – DTLA bar option for drinks and game-watching near Hill Street Bar .

With this many options so close, it’s easy to make Swing Factory Golf your starting point: play 18 holes in around an hour, then walk to dinner or drinks without moving your car. You get the satisfaction of a full round plus the energy of the Downtown LA nightlife in one compact outing.

For busy golfers in Los Angeles, this combination—fast, focused golf plus a built-in “hole 19” around the corner—can be the difference between wishing you had time to play and actually playing regularly. If your schedule makes it hard to commit to five-hour rounds, an indoor 18 followed by the DTLA food and bar scene might be the most realistic way to keep golf in your life all year long.

Want to see how fast 18 holes can really feel in DTLA? Book an hour at Swing Factory Golf to play a full round, then step out into Downtown LA’s “hole 19” just a few blocks away.