Moody Gardens GC: #13
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4.6
1052 Reviews (1052)
5 Stars
712
4 Stars
284
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
96.3%
Recommend this course
1011 out of 1052 reviews
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4.6
28 Reviews (28)
5 Stars
20
4 Stars
6
3 Stars
2
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.6
Value
4.3
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.6
96.4%
Recommend this course
27 out of 28 reviews
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4.6
73 Reviews (73)
5 Stars
51
4 Stars
15
3 Stars
5
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.6
Value
4.4
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.6
95.9%
Recommend this course
70 out of 73 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
1052 Reviews (1052)

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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Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 08/16/2020

Thanks so much for taking the time to rate us 5 stars! We're so glad to see you enjoyed your time with us!

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

Moody gardens weekday golf

Slow play by an old foursome kept speed of play slow and would not allow playing thru.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
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Commented on 08/16/2020

Thanks for coming out to the course, and we hope to welcome you back again in the future!

Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 08/16/2020

Thank you for taking the time to give us a great rating! We hope to have you back at the course again very soon!

Played On
Reviews 23
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 08/16/2020

Thanks so much for the 5 star rating, Harold!

Played On
Reviews 103
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Greens were the best I played in this region. Course was in great shape despite all the heat and then the rain

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 08/13/2020

Wow, thanks so much for your great compliment! We are looking forward to welcoming you back again very soon!

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 08/12/2020

Thanks so much for taking the time to rate us 5 stars!

Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great course

Course was in perfect condition. Very friendly and helpful staff. Course wide open but also challenging.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 08/12/2020

Thanks so much for your great feedback! We're so glad you had such a great time. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!

Played On
Reviews 33
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

C’mon, Rake the Traps!

To be fair, greens & fairways were in great shape. However, traps haven’t been raked in months. I realize they don’t want players to rake but there’s no reason the can’t be raked once a day. Some had grass growing in them & many were almost unplayable. This course is too expensive for that. Come on Moody,, you’re better than that!

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
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Commented on 08/03/2020

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are sorry to see that your overall experience was anything short of 5 stars, but we appreciate the feedback hope you'll give us another try in the near future.

Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart

Beautiful layout, greens and fariways excellent

Everything was great except the bunkers. We should have been told the bunkers were unplayable and had an appropriate discount.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
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Commented on 08/03/2020

Thanks for your feedback, and we will work to make improvements for your next visit!

Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart

Great Course... Not so great locals

Very nice course. Lots of challenge on back nine. Very windy down here on coast. Played as a single. Ran into 4some on hole 7. They would not let me play through. When asked, they said "We would let you play through but you're not going anywhere" and drove off. Wouldn't have been so bad, but they were terrible. I would have to wait for 6-8 of their shots before I could finally hit. So much for "let faster players play through".

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 08/03/2020

Thanks so much for your review. We are glad to see you rated us 5 stars, and we appreciate the feedback. We hope to see you back here again soon.

Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
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Commented on 08/03/2020

Thanks so much for the awesome rating!

Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
4.0
First Time Playing

DO NOT GIVE THEM YOUR EMAIL

I played the course over two years ago and have “Unsubscribesd” from them at least five times. I was passing through, but cannot get them to take me off their mailing list

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 16
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Beautiful

This course is just absolutely beautiful it’s better then some private clubs I played in relative to the cost it’s a better play you have to play this course

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart

Good course even with rough weather

Really liked playing this course even though the wind was high and a little rain fell on me.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 07/27/2020

We're so pleased you enjoyed or course, even with a little wind and rain. We really hope to have you back again soon!

Played On
Reviews 17
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Moody Never Disappoints

Course conditions are always top notch! Brought a buddy out for the first time and he was super impressed.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 07/27/2020

We are so glad you enjoyed our course conditions. Thanks for bringing your buddy out to try our course as well. We hope to see you both back here again soon!

Played On
Reviews 15
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Fun layout

Course was in great shape and is extremely challenging .... especially on back 9. Greens rolled fast and tee/box & fairways were plush. Twilight rates are the way to go. Will make the drive to play again for sure!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 07/27/2020

We're so glad you enjoyed our course. Thanks so much for making the drive to come play, and we cannot wait to have you back again soon!

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 07/27/2020

Hello and thank you for your 5-star rating! We're delighted you enjoyed your round with us, and we hope to see you back again soon!

Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 07/20/2020

We're so happy you enjoyed your round. Please book another round with us soon, and thanks for choosing Moody Gardens Golf Course!

Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 07/20/2020

We appreciate you taking the time to rate us!

Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 07/20/2020

We really appreciate the 5 star rating!

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