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3.9
856 Reviews (856)
5 Stars
335
4 Stars
353
3 Stars
107
2 Stars
38
1 Stars
23
Conditions
3.5
Value
3.9
Layout
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
4.1
Amenities
4.1
84.1%
Recommend this course
753 out of 856 reviews
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3.8
13 Reviews (13)
5 Stars
4
4 Stars
6
3 Stars
1
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
2
Conditions
3.5
Value
3.7
Layout
4.0
Pace
4.1
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
4.4
84.6%
Recommend this course
11 out of 13 reviews
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4.1
36 Reviews (36)
5 Stars
14
4 Stars
15
3 Stars
4
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
2
Conditions
3.7
Value
4.0
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.3
StaffFriendliness
4.7
91.7%
Recommend this course
33 out of 36 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 72
Length 6980 yards
Slope 139
Rating 73.6

Royal Lakes Golf & Country Club is situated in the heart of South Hall County. The course sprawls across 150 acres of rolling countryside with natural wetlands comprising 19 of those acres. The golf course has a traditional Scottish links design that also incorporates a few mountain holes. It's a layout that will always keep you guessing. It may not be the most formidable golf course in the area, but it shouldn't be underestimated either. The course strikes a good balance between being forgiving enough for high handicappers and challenging enough for more advanced players. The par 3s are tough and the diverse par 4s come in all shapes and sizes. Royal Lakes Golf & C.C. is a shot maker's layout that requires accuracy and thoughtful strategy. The most memorable hole on the golf course is the par-5 11th, which features an intimidating island green.

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Course Details

Year Built 1990
Fairways Bermuda
Greens Bent
Golf Season Year round
Architect Arthur Davis

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Carts Yes - included in green fees
Clubs Yes

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Driving Range Yes

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3.9
856 Reviews (856)
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Reviews 67
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
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Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Nice course...Slow Play

Royal Lakes is a nice course with a good lay out but the pace of play was something not to be desired. I remember a group on the green, a group in fairway and 2 groups on tee box. This should never happen IMO.. Course was a little rough around the edges but it is played continuously this time of year. Some areas need attention.....edging,cutting, and sod replacement

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 07/21/2022

Hi u473179090,

Let us first say that we are so glad to hear you enjoyed your visit. We work hard to create an enjoyable experience so you can focus on enjoying yourself and let us do the rest. We also want to thank you for your honest and constructive criticism of the course.

We are going to escalate your review to our team in charge and do everything we can to improve before your next round.

Thank you for visiting and playing at Royal Lakes Golf & Country Club. We hope to see you again soon!

Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Beginner
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 07/22/2022

Hello and thank you for your 5-star rating, u314162142664! We're delighted you enjoyed your round. Please book another round with us soon, and thanks for choosing Royal Lakes Golf & Country Club!

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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Commented on 07/19/2022

Hello, jakerall. Thanks so much for your review. We're so glad you enjoyed your round at Royal Lakes Golf & Country Club. That's what we like to hear! We hope to see you again soon!

Played On
Reviews 18
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great value

Everything was excellent except for the greens. Super slow.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 07/19/2022

Hi, danagatty. 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 Royal Lakes Golf & Country Club.

Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Course is in great shape overall

Had minor issues with residents that were out on the course. Slow afternoon, guess they thought no one was out playing the course…Still, look forward to playing this course again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 07/18/2022

Thank you for taking the time to review us, u314162980257. Your feedback is valuable, and we look forward to delivering you excellent service again soon. Royal Lakes Golf & Country Club thanks you!

Played On
Reviews 52
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Wet weather
Used cart

Soggy Day!

The course was wet but playable after summer storms hit the area including taking out power, internet, etc. in the clubhouse. The Staff was extremely friendly & allowed us to play first & pay after due to the technical issues. The course is an interesting layout with a few tricky hole designs that will test all levels of skill. Put this one on your must play list!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 07/13/2022

Thank you for your review, u507215058. We will pass along your positive experience to our team at Royal Lakes Golf & Country Club. We look forward to seeing you again soon.

Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great find

We’ve had a ton of rain and yes the course was wet and the grass long but I was impressed overall and will add this course to my rotation

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
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Commented on 07/12/2022

Thanks so much for your wonderful review, twdeering. We are thrilled to hear how much you enjoyed your time with us. Please visit again soon. Thanks for choosing Royal Lakes Golf & Country Club!

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

No Water

No Water on a 100 degree day. That is totally Unacceptable. Come on, there were weather warnings All Day. Get it Together Folks.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 07/08/2022

We appreciate you taking the time to review the course and rate us, ajg624. We are sorry to hear that there was no water available. We are going to pass on your feedback to the team. Thanks for visiting Royal Lakes Golf & Country Club, and we hope to see you again in the future.

Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 07/08/2022

Hi, u865145048. 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 Royal Lakes Golf & Country Club.

Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 07/08/2022

Hi, Duane6983705. 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 Royal Lakes Golf & Country Club.

Played On
Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

SH

The course was in good shape, the pace of play was good on the front 9 but the back 9 was very slow. No course marshal to check pace of play. Overall the course is very good.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 07/05/2022

Hi, u773756784. 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 Royal Lakes Golf & Country Club.

Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Fun Round

Challenging layout, not too crowded. Fun round!!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 07/05/2022

Hello and thank you for your 5-star rating, erc66! We're delighted you enjoyed your round. Please book another round with us soon, and thanks for choosing Royal Lakes Golf & Country Club!

Played On
Reviews 11
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 06/27/2022

Hello and thank you for your 5-star rating, u580961162! We're delighted you enjoyed your round. Please book another round with us soon, and thanks for choosing Royal Lakes Golf & Country Club!

Played On
Reviews 20
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 07/13/2022

Hello and thank you for your 5-star rating, michaelrheegolf! We're delighted you enjoyed your round. Please book another round with us soon, and thanks for choosing Royal Lakes Golf & Country Club!

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
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Commented on 06/24/2022

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 Royal Lakes Golf & Country Club!

Played On
Reviews 20
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once 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 06/17/2022

Hello and thank you for your 5-star rating, michaelrheegolf! We're delighted you enjoyed your round. Please book another round with us soon, and thanks for choosing Royal Lakes Golf & Country Club!

Played On
Reviews 13
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 06/14/2022

Hello and thank you for your 5-star rating, dukbukShin! We're delighted you enjoyed your round. Please book another round with us soon, and thanks for choosing Royal Lakes Golf & Country Club!

Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once 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 15
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Slow greens

It rained pretty bad the day before so it was to be expected for the greens to be slow but this was ridiculous and inconsistent. Otherwise a great course!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 06/13/2022

Your feedback is important to us, u996410745. Thank you for sharing your 5-star experience. We look forward to seeing you again at the course soon! Thanks for choosing Royal Lakes Golf & Country Club.

Played On
Reviews 34
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
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