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Top 16 Golf Clubs In and Around Dubai
Dubai, recognised as a leading golf destination, boasts some of the world's most luxurious and award-winning golf clubs. Renowned clubs, such as the Emirates Golf Club, Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club, and Jumeirah Golf Estates, are ideal for golf enthusiasts worldwide.
Most clubs welcome members and visitors alike. Access is flexible via day pass, tee time booking, or stay-and-play packages. World-class facilities are available without compulsory membership for residents, tourists, and corporate groups.
These clubs are all well-designed and immaculate golf courses designed by legends of the sport, with world-class amenities, including floodlit driving ranges, golf academies, fine dining and spa services, and pro shops, making them well-suited for golf enthusiasts and fun-seekers.
Table of Contents
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Yas Links Abu Dhabi
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Abu Dhabi Golf Club
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Tower Links Golf Club, Ras Al Khaimah
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Jumeirah Golf Estates (Earth and Fire Courses)
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Al Hamra Golf Club, Ras Al Khaimah
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The Track Meydan Golf, Dubai
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The Els Club
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Dubai Hills Golf Club
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Saadiyat Beach Golf Club
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Al Zorah Golf Club
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Arabian Ranches Golf Club
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Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club
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Trump International Golf Club
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Emirates Golf Club (Majlis and Faldo Courses)
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The Address Montgomerie Golf Club
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Sharjah Golf & Shooting Club
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List of Golf Courses and Clubs in Dubai
Golf Course | Location | Average Slope Rating |
Yas Links Abu Dhabi | Abu Dhabi | 143 |
Abu Dhabi Golf Club | Abu Dhabi | 141 |
Tower Links Golf Club, Ras Al Khaimah | Ras Al Khaimah | 141 |
Jumeirah Golf Estates (Earth and Fire Courses) | Dubai | Earth Course: 140 Fire Course: 130 |
Al Hamra Golf Club, Ras Al Khaimah | Ras Al Khaimah | 140 |
The Track Meydan Golf, Dubai | Dubai | Black Tees: 139, Middle Tees: 135 |
The Els Club | Dubai | 138 |
Dubai Hills Golf Club | Dubai | 138 |
Saadiyat Beach Golf Club | Abu Dhabi | 138 |
Al Zorah Golf Club | Ajman | 138 |
Arabian Ranches Golf Club | Dubai | 137 (back tees), 125 (front tees) |
Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club | Dubai | 136 |
Trump International Golf Club | Dubai | 133 |
Emirates Golf Club (Majlis and Faldo Courses) | Dubai | Majlis Course: 131 Faldo Course: 135 |
The Address Montgomerie Golf Club | Dubai | 126 to 137 |
Sharjah Golf & Shooting Club | Sharjah | 37.2 |
1. Yas Links Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi
Located on Yas Island, Yas Links Abu Dhabi provides a traditional links-style format with an Arabic flavour. The course overlooks the Arabian Gulf, with an earthen and rolling lie and pot bunkers reminiscent of a Scottish course. Golfers can expect a host to contend with in a round that ties homage to the game's roots and history.
- Build Year: 2010
- Length: 7414 Yards
- Par: 72
- Number of Holes: 18
- Green Speeds: Fast
- Types of Hazards: Bunkers (sand traps), lakes, vegetation, wind, creeks, and wetlands
- Average Slope Rating: 143
- Facilities Available: Luxurious clubhouse, golf academy, gym, swimming pool, male spa, and world-class floodlit practice range with Toptracer technology.
- Golf Course Designer: Kyle Phillips
- Address: Yas Island - YS3 06 - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
2. Abu Dhabi Golf Club, Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi Golf Club offers a high-class golfing experience in the capital of the UAE. The golf course is located amidst the spectacular desert landscape, with well-maintained golf course fairways and greens. The iconic clubhouse stands out, resembling a falcon with its wings extended, which makes a panoramic backdrop for exceptional dining areas.
- Build Year: 2000
- Length: 7334 Yards
- Par: 72
- Number of Holes: 27
- Green Speeds: Fast
- Types of Hazards: Water hazards and bunkers
- Average Slope Rating: 141
- Facilities Available: Event spaces, dining options, gym, spa, practice facilities, clubhouse, sun terrace, table tennis, and swimming pool
- Golf Course Designer: Peter Harradine
- Address: A - Khalifa City - SW17 - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
3. Tower Links Golf Club, Ras Al Khaimah
Tower Links Golf Club has its own natural heritage. The course layout takes advantage of this natural setting to create a uniquely challenging experience. Added features of the clubhouse and amazing practice facilities provide an inviting environment for members and guests visiting the club for a game of golf.
- Build Year: 2004
- Length: 7098 Yards
- Par: 72
- Number of Holes: 18
- Green Speeds: Fast
- Types of Hazards: Water hazards, bunkers, mangrove trees, blind tee shots, and fairway rough
- Average Slope Rating: 141
- Facilities Available: Driving range, teaching tee, spa, restaurant, and bunker lounge
- Golf Course Designer: Gerald Williams
- Address: 4550 - Ras Al Khaimah - United Arab Emirates
4. Jumeirah Golf Estates (Earth and Fire Courses), Dubai
Earth Course
Along with thoughtful shot-making and some precision “on the money," it draws from the greatest parkland courses of Europe and North America and commands the player to golf traditionally and with dignity. It also features a rolling fairway, mature trees and some great water design features.
- Build Year: 2009
- Length: 7706 Yards
- Par: 72
- Number of Holes: 18
- Green Speeds: Fast
- Types of Hazards: Water hazards, bunkers, waste areas, challenging greens, and strategic design
- Average Slope Rating: 140
- Facilities Available: A driving range, short game areas, putting greens, a pro shop, and a clubhouse with dining options, and also features a Country Club with leisure facilities
- Golf Course Designer: Greg Norman
- Address: 257X+764 - Jumeirah Golf Estates - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
Fire Course
The Fire Course was crafted to fit into the rugged desert backdrop and is a difficult yet beautiful challenge to the game of golf. Featuring native grasses and terracotta bunkers, aesthetically, it only adds to the rugged beauty of its surroundings. The interesting topography also creates pivotal strategic challenges for golfers.
- Build Year: 2009
- Length: 7480 Yards
- Par: 72
- Number of Holes: 18
- Green Speeds: Fast
- Types of Hazards: Bunkers, sand traps, and strategic design
- Average Slope Rating: 130
- Facilities Available: A clubhouse, pro shop, restaurant, driving range, and practice facilities
- Golf Course Designer: Greg Norman
- Address: Jumeirah Golf Estates - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
5. Al Hamra Golf Club, Ras Al Khaimah
Located within the relaxing space of Ras Al Khaimah, Al Hamra Golf Club boasts a championship 18-hole golf course that winds through four lagoons connected by the Arabian Golf. The golf course provides a golf challenge for a golfer of all calibre while being surrounded by beautiful coastal scenery.
- Build Year: 2007
- Length: 7325 Yards
- Par: 72
- Number of Holes: 18
- Green Speeds: Fast
- Types of Hazards: Water hazards and bunkers
- Average Slope Rating: 140
- Facilities Available: Driving range, pro shop, golf academy, and zero pollution floodlights
- Golf Course Designer: Peter Harradine
- Address: Oslo St - Al Jazeera Al Hamra-Qaryat Al Hamra - golf club - Ras Al Khaimah - United Arab Emirates
6. The Track Meydan Golf, Dubai
The Track, Meydan Golf has a different pay-and-play style of golfing at the famous Meydan racecourse. The course designed by Peter Harradine is visually appealing yet challenging. It is also conveniently located close to Dubai's downtown area and offers night golf under lights. This makes The Track a popular choice for both residents and visitors to Dubai.
- Build Year: 2010
- Length: 3706 Yards
- Par: 36
- Number of Holes: 9
- Green Speeds: Fast
- Types of Hazards: Water hazards, bunkers, natural desert land, and abnormal ground conditions
- Average Slope Rating: Black Tees: 139, Middle Tees: 135
- Facilities Available: Clubhouse with full locker room facilities, a boutique golf shop, and multiple dining options, including a family-friendly restaurant and a sports bar
- Golf Course Designer: Peter Harradine
- Address: Meydan Golf، The Track - Al Meydan Rd - Nad Al Sheba - Nad Al Sheba 1 - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
7. The Els Club, Dubai
Located in Dubai Sports City, The Els Club delivers a golfing experience with elegance and precision, which is reflected in its designer, Ernie Els. The design is strategic and requires golfers to think carefully about each shot while rewarding that thought process with well-placed fairways and greens.
- Build Year: 2008
- Length: 7,538 Yards
- Par: 72
- Number of Holes: 18
- Green Speeds: Very Fast
- Types of Hazards: Water hazards, extensive bunkers, and sandy waste area
- Average Slope Rating: 138
- Facilities Available: Restaurant, gym, swimming pool, practice facilities, and pro shop
- Golf Course Designer: Ernie Els
- Address: Dubai Sports City - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
8. Dubai Hills Golf Club, Dubai
Dubai Hills Golf Club features natural beauty and a strategic design. The course has panoramic views of the skyline of Dubai, presenting a beautiful backdrop for a round of golf. The course's undulating greens and strategic placement of hazards require golfers to be more strategic thinkers in their golfing experience.
- Build Year: 2018
- Length: 7283 Yards
- Par: 72
- Number of Holes: 18
- Green Speeds: Fast
- Types of Hazards: Water hazards, bunkers, undulating green roughs, and wide fairways
- Average Slope Rating: 138
- Facilities Available: Clubhouse, golf academy, and fine dining venues
- Golf Course Designer: European Golf Design
- Address: Dubai Hills Estate - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
9. Saadiyat Beach Golf Club, Abu Dhabi
Saadiyat Beach Golf Club is known for its beautiful coastline and commitment to environmental stewardship. The course winds through natural vegetation and provides beautiful blue Arabian Gulf views. Golfers can play a course that has a sense of challenge but also playability while enjoying the tranquillity of the setting.
- Build Year: 2010
- Length: 7784 Yards
- Par: 72
- Number of Holes: 18
- Green Speeds: Fast
- Types of Hazards: Three saltwater lakes, restored beach and sand dunes, and over 60 bunkers
- Average Slope Rating: 138
- Facilities Available: Clubhouse, pro shop, dining and bar, gym, lodging, and restrooms
- Golf Course Designer: Gary Player
- Address: GCQQ+WW4 - Sheikh Khalifa Highway - E12 - Al Saadiyat Island - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
10. Al Zorah Golf Club, Ajman
Al Zorah Golf Club, located in Ajman, is a golf club in a natural, preserved environment that will provide members and guests with a unique golf experience between mangroves and tidal lagoons. The layout is challenging and visually appealing. Golfers will have an immersive experience while appreciating the ecological beauty within the region.
- Build Year: 2015
- Length: 7169 Yards
- Par: 72
- Number of Holes: 18
- Green Speeds: Fast
- Types of Hazards: Mangroves, lakes, bunkers, greenside hollows, and tidal influence
- Average Slope Rating: 138
- Facilities Available: Driving range, pro shop, clubhouse, restaurant, practice facilities, waterfront, and lakes
- Golf Course Designer: Nicklaus Design, the company of Jack Nicklaus
- Address: Pavilion - Al Ittihad St - Al Zorah - Ajman - United Arab Emirates
11. Arabian Ranches Golf Club, Dubai
Offering an authentic links-style experience in Dubai, Arabian Ranches embraces the surrounding desert landscape. The course accentuates the rugged and brutal beauty of the desert. Players can appreciate this minimalist approach with golf and play dictated nearly completely by the landscape's natural contours.
- Build Year: 2004
- Length: 7658 Yards
- Par: 72
- Number of Holes: 18
- Green Speeds: Decend
- Types of Hazards: Water hazards, bunkers (sand traps), vegetation, course layout, and wind
- Average Slope Rating: 137 for the back tees and 125 for the front tees
- Facilities Available: A golf academy, a clubhouse with a pro shop, diverse dining options, event venues, and amenities like a floodlit driving range and practice areas
- Golf Course Designer: Ian Baker-Finch
- Address: Arabian Ranches, Emirates Road, 36700 - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
12. Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club, Dubai
Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club features a beautiful setting along the peaceful waters of Dubai Creek. Golfers enjoy a thoughtful combination of a lush green golf course and beautiful waterfront views, creating an exceptional round of golf. The course features natural elements, providing golfers an invigorating escape from the city.
- Build Year: 1993
- Length: 6967 Yards
- Par: 71
- Number of Holes: 18
- Green Speeds: Good but not overly challenging
- Types of Hazards: Water hazards, artificial lakes, bunkers, date and palm trees
- Average Slope Rating: 136
- Facilities Available: A golf academy, multiple restaurants and bars, a gymnasium, a tropical swimming pool, a marina, and access to the Park Hyatt Dubai
- Golf Course Designer: Brian Johnson
- Address: Dubai Creek Resort - Port Saeed - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
13. Trump International Golf Club, Dubai
Situated within the DAMAC Hills community, Trump International Golf Club has a design that closely interacts with the rolling desert landscape. There are wide fairways, which are designed for players with varying degrees of competency, disguising strategic bunkering and water features. Its modern design elements provide a modern golfing experience.
- Build Year: 2017
- Length: 7205 Yards
- Par: 71
- Number of Holes: 27
- Green Speeds: Fast
- Types of Hazards: Water hazards, bunkers, and sandy waste hazard
- Average Slope Rating: 133
- Facilities Available: Water hazards, natural vegetation, canyons, fairway bunkers, multi-tee system, a 30,000 square foot clubhouse, pro-shop, dining options, and leisure facilities
- Golf Course Designer: Gil Hanse
- Address: DAMAC Hills - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
14. Emirates Golf Club (Majlis and Faldo Courses), Dubai
Majlis Course
The Majlis Course is the first grass course in the Middle East and has special recognition in golfing history for the region. The course has been designed with regard to the natural dunes, fairways, and saltwater inland lakes, making the course challenging yet fair in test.
- Build Year: 1988
- Length: 7301 Yards
- Par: 72
- Number of Holes: 18
- Green Speeds: Fast
- Types of Hazards: Seven natural lakes, strategically placed bunkers, and undulating fairways
- Average Slope Rating: 131
- Facilities Available: Driving range, Golf academy, clubs, locker rooms, and restaurants
- Golf Course Designer: Karl Litten
- Address: 35P5+8Q6 - Sheikh Zayed Rd - Emirates Hills 2 - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
Faldo Course
Redesigned by Nick Faldo, the Faldo Course provides a unique opportunity as the only fully floodlit 18-hole golf course in Dubai. Night golf is available under the floodlit course layout, designed strategically in a setting with beautiful city skyline views. Overall positioning of each shot and effective course management are key elements of the course.
- Build Year: 1996
- Length: 7348 Yards
- Par: 72
- Number of Holes: 18
- Green Speeds: Fast and consistent
- Types of Hazards: Water hazards, bunkers, and natural Wadi areas
- Average Slope Rating: 135
- Facilities Available: Driving range, practice areas, dining options, a clubhouse, gym, pool, and spa
- Golf Course Designer: Nick Faldo
- Address: 17/2, Al Naseem Street Emirates Golf Club, Al Thanyah 3, Hadaeq Mohammed Bin Rashid, Dubai - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
15. The Address Montgomerie Golf Club, Dubai
The Address Montgomerie Golf Club, situated in the distinguished community of Emirates Hills, is an exhibition of Colin Montgomerie's brief for integrating golf with luxury living. The expansive greens and strategic bunkering allow for an appropriate challenge for golfers. Its parkland-style layout integrated with lakes creates a relaxing atmosphere.
- Build Year: 2002
- Length: 7461 Yards
- Par: 72
- Number of Holes: 18
- Green Speeds: Fast
- Types of Hazards: Water hazards, bunkers, undulating fairways, wind, vegetation, specific hole challenge, such as snake hole
- Average Slope Rating: 126 to 137
- Facilities Available: A Troon Golf Academy, floodlit practice facilities, two golf shops, a clubhouse with a gym, pool, and spa, and multiple dining options
- Golf Course Designer: Colin Montgomerie
- Address: Emirates Hills - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
16. Sharjah Golf & Shooting Club, Sharjah
Sharjah Golf & Shooting Club offers a unique blend of sports and leisure. In addition to the very well-maintained golf course, the club features facilities for rifle and pistol shooting, archery, and paintball. This meld of sporting interests makes for a destination like no other for golfers and adrenaline seekers alike.
- Build Year: 2005
- Length: 3599 Yards
- Par: 36
- Number of Holes: 9
- Green Speeds: Fast
- Types of Hazards: Water hazards, obstacles, and 300-metre grass track
- Average Slope Rating: 37.2
- Facilities Available: Rifle and pistol shooting ranges, paintball fields, a spa, a fitness centre, and multiple dining options
- Golf Course Designer: Peter Harradine
- Address: E311 - near Tasjeel Auto Village - Al Ruqa Al Hamra - Sharjah - United Arab Emirates