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The Royal Golf Club
Riffa, Bahrain
18 Holes · Par 72 · Green fee figures differ between sources · Desert
— About
About The Royal Golf Club
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The Royal Golf Club at Riffa is led by the Montgomerie Course, an 18-hole, par 72 layout designed by Colin Montgomerie with European Golf Design. It aims for a links-style round in the desert, and its large, contoured greens give the course much of its character.
- The club has a golf academy and a swimming pool.
- The 2026 Bahrain Championship on the DP World Tour was decided in a playoff, won by Freddy Schott.
- Wee Monty is a nine-hole par-3 course meant for learners and children.
- The Volvo Golf Champions was played here in January 2011, the first European Tour event at the club.
History of The Royal Golf Club
The club grew out of the earlier Riffa Golf Club, whose grounds were reworked into the Montgomerie Course. It forms part of the Riffa Views development in Riffa, and the club has hosted the Bahrain Championship on the DP World Tour.
Signature holes at The Royal Golf Club
The large, contoured greens are a feature of the Montgomerie Course.
When to play The Royal Golf Club
Bahrain is very hot and humid in summer, so the cooler months from November to March are the best time for a round. The back nine is floodlit if you prefer to play after dark.
Playing The Royal Golf Club: tips
Visitors do not need to be members: day passes and green fees are sold to non-members. Contact the club on +973 1775 0777 to confirm current rates before you book.
— Weather at The Royal Golf Club
Approximate conditions · Observed · Open-Meteo
— Facilities
Practical Information
— FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about The Royal Golf Club
Can you play the Royal Golf Club at night?
Yes. The back nine of the Montgomerie Course is floodlit, so golfers can play into the evening instead of teeing off in the daytime heat.
Is there a driving range, and can I hire clubs?
Yes. A driving range and practice areas are on site, and club and buggy hire is available for visitors.
Can I eat at the Royal Golf Club?
Yes. The clubhouse has a restaurant and a bar, and a cafe is also on site, so golfers can eat before or after a round.