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The Els Club Dubai
Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
18 Holes · No published green fee found · Desert
— About
About The Els Club Dubai
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The Els Club Dubai is an 18-hole desert links in Dubai, designed by Ernie Els. Sandy waste areas, native grasses and wide fairways between natural vegetation give the course its links character, and the desert wind adds to that feel. The club pairs the golf with a country club that includes a gym and dining.
- Links Golf magazine named the course Best New International Course the year it opened.
- Professional lessons are available on site, alongside a driving range and practice areas.
- The clubhouse has a restaurant and lounge where golfers can eat and drink after a round.
- Golf carts and rental clubs are available at the club, so visitors can travel light.
History of The Els Club Dubai
The Els Club opened in 2008 and was conceived by Ernie Els as the first in a series of Els-branded clubs, as a desert version of a classic links. Els drew on ideas from well-known courses around the world.
Signature holes at The Els Club Dubai
The 16th and the closing 18th are among the course's notable holes, and the 18th is a par 5.
When to play The Els Club Dubai
Dubai summers are very hot, so the cooler months from late autumn through spring suit a full round best. The desert wind can blow at any time of year and is part of the links feel.
Playing The Els Club Dubai: tips
Visitors can reserve tee times online through the club's booking portal. Shoes can be rented on site, and a lesson with a teaching professional can be arranged at the club before or after a round.
— Weather at The Els Club Dubai
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— Facilities
Practical Information
— FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about The Els Club Dubai
How long is The Els Club Dubai?
The course measures 7,538 yards from the championship tees, and four sets of tees let golfers of different standards find a suitable length.
Who can play at The Els Club?
The club welcomes guests alongside its members, and visitors can reserve tee times online.
Where is The Els Club located?
In Dubai Sports City in Dubai, where the club also runs a country club for members and guests.