Moody Gardens GC: #13
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4.6
1048 Reviews (1048)
5 Stars
709
4 Stars
283
3 Stars
39
2 Stars
10
1 Stars
7
Conditions
4.6
Value
4.4
Layout
4.6
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.3
96.1%
Recommend this course
1007 out of 1048 reviews
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4.6
25 Reviews (25)
5 Stars
17
4 Stars
6
3 Stars
2
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.5
Value
4.3
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.2
Amenities
3.9
StaffFriendliness
4.5
96.0%
Recommend this course
24 out of 25 reviews
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4.6
74 Reviews (74)
5 Stars
52
4 Stars
15
3 Stars
5
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.6
Value
4.4
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.6
95.9%
Recommend this course
71 out of 74 reviews
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Course Highlights
Moody Gardens consistently impresses with well-maintained fairways, fast and true greens, and a challenging layout that uses water and sand beautifully. Friendly staff and a reliable beverage cart presence make every round here a rewarding experience.

About

Holes 18
Type Public/Resort
Style Links
Par 72
Length 6816 yards
Slope 145
Rating 78.9

The Carlton Gipson-redesigned Moody Gardens Golf Course is one of the most difficult tracks in Texas, universally considered one of the top five municipals in the state. The Gulf winds pound the course and water comes into play on every hole. Even from the regular tees, the route rolls 6,816 yards, so short knockers are truly at a disadvantage.

Getting there : From I-45 south, exit 61st St. and turn right. Find Stewart and turn right, then turn right again on 99th Street. Drive to Sydnor Ln. and turn right-you'll see the entrance on the right side of the road.

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Course Details

Year Built 1976
Fairways Paspalum Grass
Greens Paspalum Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Peter Jacobsen (2008) Jim Hardy (2008) Carlton Gipson (1989)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Pull-carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted All credit cards accepted
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Collared shirt & no denim.

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities

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Reviews

4.6
1048 Reviews (1048)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 26
Watching the Game 17
19th Hole Scenic Views 11
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 50
Bunkers 37
Forced Carries 34
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 33
A Weekend Splurge 31
Locals 31
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 39
Near Local Attractions 25
Convenient to the City 20

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Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
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I Recommend This Course
3.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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Commented on 06/20/2023

Hello, Rev07. We appreciate the review. You rated us 3-stars which means there is room to improve on your recent experience at Moody Gardens Golf Course. Let us know, in the comments, how and where you would like to see changes from the course. Thanks for the feedback!

Played On
Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 06/20/2023

HpeSke119, thank you for the awesome rating! We hope to see you again at the course very soon for another great experience, and thanks for choosing Moody Gardens Golf Course.

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 06/08/2023

Hello and thank you for your 5-star rating! We're delighted you enjoyed your round. Please book another round with us soon, and thanks for choosing Moody Gardens Golf Course!

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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 06/08/2023

Hello and thank you for your 5-star rating! We're delighted you enjoyed your round. Please book another round with us soon, and thanks for choosing Moody Gardens Golf Course!

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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 06/08/2023

Hello and thank you for your 5-star rating! We're delighted you enjoyed your round. Please book another round with us soon, and thanks for choosing Moody Gardens Golf Course!

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 06/08/2023

Hello and thank you for your 5-star rating! We're delighted you enjoyed your round. Please book another round with us soon, and thanks for choosing Moody Gardens Golf Course!

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Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Hidden Gem

Golf course is in very good condition. Staff wasnt overly friendly but not rude either. Dont like the fact that they dont except cash.

If you are in the Galveston area it is a must play.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 05/31/2023

Thank you so much for the great review. We are glad you had an incredible time, and we hope to see you again soon! Thanks for choosing Moody Gardens Golf Course.

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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Commented on 05/31/2023

Hi, u939818347. We would love to hear more about your 4-star experience on our course. Please tell us what we can do to earn that last star, and thanks for golfing at Moody Gardens Golf Course!

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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Great course

Fun time at a very well kept course- friendly staff

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 06/08/2023

mark6460828, thank you for your kind words! We hope to see you again at the course very soon for another 5-star experience. Thanks for choosing Moody Gardens Golf Course.

Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 05/24/2023

Hi, u314162008243. We would love to hear more about your 4-star experience on our course. Please tell us what we can do to earn that last star, and thanks for golfing at Moody Gardens Golf Course!

Played On
Reviews 48
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Always wanted to play and enjoyed it.

Considering this course is on an island it’s great. Don’t forget the mosquito spray. You will need it.

Fairways and greens were great.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 06/08/2023

Hi, Lkevward. We appreciate you taking the time to review the course and rate us. Thank you for the 4 stars! We aim for a 5-star experience, so we always welcome feedback for improvement. Thank you for playing Moody Gardens Golf Course.

Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Commented on 05/24/2023

Hi, u314162008243. We would love to hear more about your 4-star experience on our course. Please tell us what we can do to earn that last star, and thanks for golfing at Moody Gardens Golf Course!

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great value for the money

Got out second tee time of the day and finished fast. Course was nice, lots of interesting water holes.

Just make sure to bring bug spray!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
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Commented on 05/16/2023

Hi, stin2289. Thank you so much for your feedback. We are glad you had enjoyed your time at Moody Gardens Golf Course, and pride ourselves on delivering the best experience possible.

We hope to see you again soon!

Played On
Reviews 14
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
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Commented on 05/16/2023

Mal13B, thank you for the awesome rating! We hope to see you again at the course very soon for another great experience, and thanks for choosing Moody Gardens Golf Course.

Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Fair
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Commented on 05/16/2023

Hello, u314160041610. We appreciate you taking the time to leave us a review. We would love to know how we can earn those last two stars next time! Thanks for playing Moody Gardens Golf Course.

Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 05/16/2023

Carrie3049380, thank you for the awesome rating! We hope to see you again at the course very soon for another great experience, and thanks for choosing Moody Gardens Golf Course.

Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Very nice golf outing.

Everyone was friendly and the course was very nice. The greens had been worked, but that is just the luck of the draw. Spraying for mosquitos would not hurt as well. I would recommend this to everyone.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 05/16/2023

Hi, u314162971543. Thank you so much for your feedback. We are glad you had enjoyed your time at Moody Gardens Golf Course, and pride ourselves on delivering the best experience possible.

We hope to see you again soon!

Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 05/16/2023

Hello u000002118534. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave an excellent rating! We really appreciate your business. Please let us know what we can do for you in the future to earn that last star and thanks for choosing Moody Gardens Golf Course!

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great course

The only reason my value and course condition ratings are a little low is the greens had just been aggressively aerated and the rate was still full pop. I think a slight discount would have been fair. That aside, this is a great course in great shape. All course staff I came in contact with were great from pro shop attendant to bev cart person and all Marshalls. I played 2 rounds right after a big rain and the course drained well and was back to 90 degree cart path rule after 1 day. I look forward to playing here many more times.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 05/02/2023

Hello, u107484554. Thanks so much for taking the time to write a review. We're so glad that you enjoyed your round at Moody Gardens Golf Course. Please visit us again soon!

Played On
Reviews 15
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Aerated greens

They aerated last week. Putting was poor as expected. My problem with this is no notice of this until we got to the course. And I have always felt the green fees should be discounted when the greens are freshly aerated.

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 05/02/2023

Hi, mbsmith77573. We appreciate you taking the time to review the course and rate us. Thank you for the 4 stars! We aim for a 5-star experience, so we always welcome feedback for improvement. Thank you for playing Moody Gardens Golf Course.

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