Moody Gardens GC: #13
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4.6
1027 Reviews (1027)
5 Stars
694
4 Stars
279
3 Stars
37
2 Stars
10
1 Stars
7
Conditions
4.6
Value
4.4
Layout
4.6
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.3
95.3%
Recommend this course
987 out of 1027 reviews
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4.4
31 Reviews (31)
5 Stars
19
4 Stars
7
3 Stars
3
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.2
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
4.4
93.5%
Recommend this course
29 out of 31 reviews
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4.6
70 Reviews (70)
5 Stars
49
4 Stars
16
3 Stars
3
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.5
Value
4.4
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.3
StaffFriendliness
4.5
97.1%
Recommend this course
68 out of 70 reviews
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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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Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

The reviews were correct

I played that recently while on vacation in Galveston. I saw other reports saying that the course was in perfect condition, and I found that a bit hard to believe. However, in being there, the course was in fact in perfect condition. The greens are a bit slower than, some players may prefer, but there was not a single instant, where you could point to lack of maintenance or upkeep on the course. The one complaint I do have, is that myself and another decent player were paired with a couple who was averaging roughly 7 strokes per hole. Backed up all of the groups behind us, and we had to endure this all day long. I’m not sure what other option the course has, but when someone books a twosome, and then gets paired with two seniors, who both are playing from separate tees… it makes for a very long round, but otherwise could’ve been ben very quick. Given our early morning tee time. Otherwise, everyone was very friendly, it’s me to watch all of the helicopters coming and going to the oil rigs, and all of the other unique air traffic to the nearby airport. The course does have roughly 8 to 10 shots where where you should aim is unclear. But other than that, it’s mostly straight… And straightforward.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 10
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Moody Gardens 6/14/24

Course is in great shape, greens are very smooth and consistent and the marshal’s make sure a good pace of play is maintained

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
2.0
First Time Playing

Pace of Play

This Might have been the worst pace of play I’ve ever encountered during a weekday. The course was in good shape, but I wouldn’t recommend this to anyone.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Poor
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 1
Plays Once a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Beautiful course, terrible staff

The fairways and greens were wonderful. The mosquitoes are horrible and so was the staff. Even though we didn't have anyone waiting behind us, we were constantly being pushed to play faster. We were only given 5 minutes to get drinks and snacks at the turn, but no one was there to wait on us. For $105 a round, I expect to be treated better. I will NEVER play this course again!!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Poor
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 15
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great condition

This was my first time playing this tough layout course. A lot of water. I've heard it can be very windy, but it wasn't on the day we played. The staff in the pro shop was very friendly. The course itself was in perfect conditions. Some of the bunkers had a little water from recent rains. The only downside was the mosquitoes. Like many of the courses in the Houston area, they were out in force, especially near the rough and bushes. Bring the strongest repellant you can find and you'll be OK. I'll definitely be back.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Beautiful Course

Fairways and greens were in great shape. Fun course with some challenging holes. Will definitely play here again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
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 Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Love this place

Love playing here every time I come to Galviston . The fairways are perfect and so are the greens. Bring bug spray, the mosquitos are crazy!

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Great course. Bring bug spray

The course was amazing and we got the Hot Deal for 1/2 off. The starter warned us before the round about the mosquitoes and he wasn’t lying but we had spray in our bags already. Don’t hesitate to play this course

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Moody

Greens and fairways were in great condition. Wind switched directions during the round, which caused me to really think about the right club to hit and avoid water. Number 18 was challenging but fun.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1124
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Michigan Advisor
Top 10 Contributor
First Time Playing

Very Windy Day

Course is very expensive for what you get. I wish I liked the course more, but the site is very flat and many of the holes are just not memorable. Course conditions for this time of the year were good.

Pace of play was great because I am sure the wind kept people away. Course is worth a play if you can get a deal, but not for the rack rates.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Aerated with a porthole auger

Not a bad course except the greens are aerated with a fairway aerator. They didn't put enough sand and now the greens are just bumps. Terrible job. #18 is a ridiculous par 4. There's no safe area off the tee that leaves you a reasonable approach. Otherwise not a bad course.

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
1.0
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart

John at the Proshop has the worst customer service

The service with the pro-shop manager, John, was bad to the point that I am suspecting Jhe was discriminating against our 4-some. Even other employees behind the counter were looking at John amazed by his attitude towards customers. The course ownership needs to pay attention!

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Poor
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Difficulty Fairly Easy
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Commented on 04/02/2024

In response to a recent review, we want to clarify the situation with Mr. Nguyen's booking on March 30, 2024. Mr. Nguyen arrived 10 minutes late for his 12:40 pm tee time, and with the necessary check-in process, his group would have been 20 minutes behind schedule. Given the full tee sheet due to Easter Weekend and Spring Break, the next available slot was at 3:20 pm. We offered this to Mr. Nguyen, respecting the schedule of other players who had arrived on time. Our decision was solely based on maintaining fairness and order, with no other motivations.

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