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4.6
1027 Reviews (1027)
5 Stars
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4 Stars
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3 Stars
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2 Stars
10
1 Stars
7
Conditions
4.5
Value
4.4
Layout
4.6
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.3
95.3%
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4.4
21 Reviews (21)
5 Stars
13
4 Stars
4
3 Stars
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1
1 Stars
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Conditions
4.3
Value
4.1
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.5
95.2%
Recommend this course
20 out of 21 reviews
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4.6
67 Reviews (67)
5 Stars
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4 Stars
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3 Stars
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1 Stars
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Conditions
4.5
Value
4.4
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.3
StaffFriendliness
4.5
97.0%
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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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4.6
1027 Reviews (1027)

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Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Previously Played

“Deforestation “of course

Of late the ground crew has been clear cutting all shrubs adjacent to water hazards. i suppose it does improve the look of certain holes

But the clear cut of waste shrub area in front of hole #3 (black and back tees) has ruined what was one of the best holes on the course. boooooooo

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Fair
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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Commented on 03/30/2020

Thanks so much for taking the time to review us!

Played On
Reviews 3
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 03/30/2020

Thanks for taking the time to rate us 5 stars!

Played On
Reviews 54
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Good but not great

This was the 6th time I've played this course over the past 1.5 years and although the course was in good shape, it wasn't as good as it normally is. The one detail that surprised me was the greens. They have always been immaculate and always gave me the impression that it wasn't really grass because they were always pristine. This time however they were slightly bumpy and had some other grass/weeds growing in them.

If you do play this course, please do your part and fix your pitch marks!

The marshal is also an old, angry little guy.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 03/18/2020

Hello Edward. Thanks for taking the time to rate us and leave us a review. We strive to uphold excellent playing conditions, and we apologize that that was not what you experienced. We appreciate your feedback, and will be taking extra measures to ensure your next round is nothing short of 5 stars. We look forward to seeing you back here again soon!

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Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

We had an enjoyable round and will certainly come again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 03/30/2020

We cannot wait to have you back here again soon!

Played On
Reviews 103
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 03/06/2020

Thanks for the 5 star rating!

Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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Commented on 03/05/2020

We appreciate the 5 star rating!

Played On
Reviews 16
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Good Value

Decent course and great value for money. Pace of play could be improved by grouping golfers. Lots of individual players, very lax about tee times.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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Commented on 02/25/2020

Hi Mary216. 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
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Very nice Course

Nice course but sometimes the mosquitoes can be a pain , I’m sure it’s like that everywhere, the course is in great shape and I love playing there

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 02/25/2020

Hello, BarrryS. Thank you for reviewing the course. Let us first start by apologizing for the mosquitos that joined you during your visit. Your feedback about the course is important to us. We are going to escalate your feedback to our team so we can make improvements before your next game. We will continue to work towards an excellent experience by using your comment for guidance. Thank you for playing Moody Gardens Golf Course, we hope to see you again soon.

Played On
Reviews 14
Skill Advanced
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 02/24/2020

We appreciate the 5 star rating!

Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Cold weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 02/18/2020

Thank you for visiting us at Moody Gardens Golf Course. We appreciate your 4-star rating and review. We hope you join us for another round soon.

Played On
Reviews 37
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Windy Day - bring golf balls, LOL.

It was a sunny, but windy day (15-20 mph). The layout is good, but course isn’t in resort fee shape. It’s two-stars for value in my mind due to conditions on many tees and fairways. Around the green is good.

I didn’t partake in food. Sped of play was excellent until hole 14/15 when the course was congested.

Back nine has water on every hole ..... I found more than I lost, can’t say that for my two playing partners. I might return when back in the area, if I see course conditions are in resort-level.

Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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Commented on 02/10/2020

Thanks for taking the time to rate us. We're always improving and updating the course, so we hope you consider playing again in the future!

Played On
Reviews 11
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Great course

Played here today for my first time, had a great day of golf joined up with two guys that were awesome and great help. I enjoyed every second of today definitely worth the money and can’t wait to go back and play

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 02/06/2020

Thanks for the awesome review! We can't wait to see you back here soon!

Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great course

Love this course, I lost 4 balls today, I never lose a ball , better have your A game , going again next week, love the Greens , very good

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 02/04/2020

Wow, thanks so much for the great review! Looking forward to having you back here soon!

Played On
Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 01/31/2020

Thanks for reviewing us. Come back soon!

Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart

Enjoyable Round

GREAT course to play!!! You'll get your moneys worth!! The course is in fantastic shape. A very challenging course, especially when the wind is gusting. Expect to lose some balls. The staff is friendly and professional. I will always play this course every time I'm in the region!!!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Fabulous Place

If you want to have a great round of golf then visit this place. I'm a local and really love it. Make a day of it...and have lunch or dinner on the seawall. You wont be disappointed.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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Commented on 01/10/2020

Thanks so much for the lovely review! What a great suggestion for future golfers. We can't wait to have you back here soon!

Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Winter breeze

Overall this was a great course in very nice condition for December. The staff was friendly and a beverage cart came by several times during our round. The starter gave us some tips before we began our round that were very helpful to first timers. The layout gives off a tropical feel with all the palm trees and ocean breeze. Highly recommend playing here if you have the opportunity.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 01/06/2020

Wow, we are so happy you enjoyed your round, Jachouston! We look forward to seeing you again soon.

Played On
Reviews 39
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Fun Track

Poor first impression with the guy behind the counter saying "we are out of carts, make them walk" and then the guy at the register trying to charge me a higher rate than my golfnow rate. Once it all got straighted out I was given a key and dismissed. Once I found my group and we teed off things went much better from there. Course conditions were very good and it was an enjoyable layout. Not sure why they were out of carts because the parking lot wasn't that full. Seems as if they managed things a bit better from the shop this could be a top notch golf experience. Perhaps a starter to manage the tee and carts.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Fair
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 01/02/2020

Hello. We are sorry your experience was less than 5-stars. We are happy you enjoyed the course conditions, but we will work to improve your overall experience for the future. Thanks again for playing, and we hope to see you back here soon!

Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0

They Harrass You

I have asked Moody Gardens at least 15 times to unsubscribe me since 2018. Do not give them your email address.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Average
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