Dubai is the pioneer of golf development in the Middle East and is rightly considered the Arab capital of this exciting game. It is home to the best golf courses, which meet all international standards and, in addition to entertainment venues and regular training facilities, also serve as venues for world-class golf championships, as conditions allow golf to be played in the UAE all year round.
Golf clubs in the UAE are characterised by strict adherence to a specific dress code for players: only special shirts and trousers are allowed on the course (T-shirts, shorts and jeans are not permitted), and shoes must not have metal spikes. It is also worth noting that visitors who are not participating in the game are not allowed on the course.
The demand for golf in Dubai is very high, especially in winter, which should be taken into account when booking a tee time, making a reservation at least a week in advance. Prices for a game will vary depending on the many nuances of each golf club, but the minimum cost of a game will be at least $200 per person.
The variety of golf clubs in Dubai offers a wide choice to suit the specific wishes of any guest of the Emirates, in terms of both the level of play and the characteristics of the course, as well as the price.
Main golf clubs in Dubai:
Emirates Golf Club
Dubai Country Club (Dubai Country Club)
Dubai Creek Golf and Yacht Club
Dubai Golf and Racing Club – Dubai Golf and Racing Club
The Montgomerie Dubai Golf Club
Golf clubs at Dubai hotels
It is also worth noting that many hotels with golf courses offer the opportunity to play golf. These golf courses are usually much smaller, but have all the water hazards required for a proper game.
The Jebel Ali Hotel has a 9-hole golf course with a saltwater lake in the centre, which creates an obstacle for 5 holes. A distinctive feature of this golf course is the impressive sea views from all the holes and the peacocks roaming freely across the course. Equipment can be hired and paid for before you start playing.
There are also golf courses at some other hotels in the UAE.
Hatta Fort is the only mountain hotel located just an hour’s drive from Dubai and also has its own golf club, which is in no way inferior to the popular golf clubs in Dubai. The club has a nine-hole course for playing on rough terrain and an 18-hole course for mini golf.
