Top Golf Courses in Dubai, UAE
Dubai's Golf Courses are Among World's Finest - Top 5 Listed Here
The best golf courses in Dubai, UAE, are difficult to list because the facilities for visiting golfers are truly world class. These five facilities are superb.
With near perfect weather, and within easy reach of Europe and Asia, Dubai is perfect for a golfing holiday. Or if you are stopping off on business, take time to tee off and sample some of the world’s finest greens, kept an emerald colour through gallons of desalinated water pumped daily into the desert to ensure they remain fresh. Book through the central reservations office or speak to them about discounts and getting a handicap (04 399 5060).
Best prices are online with a company like bookyourgolf.net. The prices given below are for 18-holes and include hire of buggy, balls and the 10% tax. The price varies according to season, days of the week, and times.
Arabian Ranges Golf Club
A challenging course designed by Ian Baker-Finch working with Nicklaus Design, the Arabian Ranges Golf Course is a short drive out of town. It is well worth the effort of driving a short distance to play on the par 72 course which has a floodlit driving range, putting and chipping greens, and a par 3 pitch and putt course. Part of the Arabian Ranges residential complex it is open from 6.40 a.m. - 8.30 p.m.
Prices: 260 Dhrs. ($US72)
Emirates Golf Club
Home of the famous Dubai Desert Classic, the Emirates Golf Club on Sheikh Zayed Road, is an icon in Dubai. The 7,101 yard Majlis course, one of two immaculate courses, was the first green facility in the region and is the mainstay of local tournaments. Open 8.30 a.m. till late.
Prices: from 675 Dhs. ($US184)
Four Seasons Golf Club, Dubai
One of the newest golf courses opened after the Dubai Desert Classic in 2007, the Four Seasons Golf Club incorporates the Al Badia golf course designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr.The Clubhouse is one of the most striking in the UAE. Teaching facilities include a swing analysis studio. Open 5.30 a.m. - 10 p.m. daily.
Prices from 700 Dhrs. ($US190)
Dubai Country Club, Dubai
The first golf club in Dubai, opened in 1971, in a different looking city to that which greets the visitor today. Ungrassed now as then, the Dubai Country Club is still a draw to those who find playing on sand a challenge. 18 and 9 hole courses available and play off is from a patch of artificial turf except for "the browns" (the sand equivalent of greens) which are brushed regularly to ensure a smooth ball.
Prices from: 450 Dhrs. ($US122)
Dubai Creek & Golf Club, Dubai
Conveniently situated opposite Deira City Centre shopping mall and next to the Park Hyatt Hotel the Dubai Creek and Golf Club, Dubai, has a flood-lit 9-hole par 3 and 18-hole courses, plus driving range, putting and chipping greens. Open seven days a week from 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. and serving excellent food in the various outlets, this is a popular course with locals.
Prices from: 675 Dhrs. (($US184)
The Montgomerie Golf Course, Dubai
An oasis of green amidst the concrete jungle of Dubai, designed and named after Ryder Cup winner Colin Montgomerie. Colloquially known as The Monty, this 200 plus acres of lush, emerald-green turf dotted with 14 lakes and landscaped gardens has a well deserved reputation as one of the best golf courses in the Emirates. There is also an Academy by Troon Golf which includes putting greens and a floodlit practice fairway, a swing studio, plus 9-hole and par 3 courses, all backed up by expert instructors. Open 8.30 till dark.
Prices from: 488 Dhrs. ($US133)
