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3.9
864 Reviews (864)
5 Stars
337
4 Stars
357
3 Stars
108
2 Stars
39
1 Stars
23
Conditions
3.6
Value
3.9
Layout
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.1
Amenities
4.1
84.5%
Recommend this course
760 out of 864 reviews
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4.0
11 Reviews (11)
5 Stars
3
4 Stars
6
3 Stars
1
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.0
Value
4.0
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.1
Amenities
3.9
StaffFriendliness
4.4
90.9%
Recommend this course
10 out of 11 reviews
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4.0
34 Reviews (34)
5 Stars
13
4 Stars
13
3 Stars
5
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
2
Conditions
3.8
Value
4.0
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.5
91.2%
Recommend this course
31 out of 34 reviews
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Course Highlights
The scenic layout features multiple lakes, ponds, and streams that create a genuinely engaging challenge across all 18 holes. Exceptionally friendly staff, a solid grass range, and a welcoming clubhouse round out a well-regarded experience.

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

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes

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Metal Spikes Allowed No
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Reviews

3.9
864 Reviews (864)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 16
Patio Dining 12
Brunch 7
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 42
Bunkers 31
Elevation Changes 25
This course/club is great for:
Locals 27
Advanced Golfers 20
Entertaining Clients 19
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 29
In the 'Burbs 17
Convenient to the City 11

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Reviews 7
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played
Cold weather
Used cart
Conditions Fair
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 02/12/2021

Hi, u314159309020. 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 Royal Lakes Golf & Country Club.

Played On
Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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Commented on 02/12/2021

Hi, u314160334481. 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 Royal Lakes Golf & Country Club.

Played On
Reviews 1
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 01/27/2021

Hello and thank you for your 5-star rating, u314160865569! We're delighted you enjoyed your round. Please book another round with us soon, and thanks for choosing Royal Lakes Golf & Country Club!

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Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Closed

Made reservation through golfnow and excited even though almost an hour trip there and when we finally arrived, it was closed on Mondays. Took my money and it was closed, guess they didn't bother to update it on golfnow... my family should get a free round for the long trip. I'm off on Mondays and we ended not playing any golf that day, bummer... if only they took the time to update that they were closed on Mondays... #@@!@#$$$#@@%%^

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Commented on 02/15/2021

We appreciate you reviewing the course. Let us first start by apologizing for the experience you had when booking your round. Your feedback about confusion during the booking process is important to us. We always want to make sure our golfers are clear about their purchase before checking out. We ask that you contact GolfNow customer service at 1 (800) 767-3574 for clarity. Please have your confirmation number handy. Thank you for playing Royal Lakes Golf & Country Club. We hope to see you again soon.

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Previously Played

Terrible experience

Only my second time at this course and will not return. No range balls available, course had let the “regulars” go out with 3-4 carts per group so there were no carts available when I arrived at noon. No starter or anyone managing the groups going out. It was first come, first serve for carts so it was chaos at best. Only person working was in the clubhouse and blamed everything on the frost delay. Not sure how you run out of range balls and carts in 90 mins.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Poor
Friendliness Poor
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
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Commented on 03/26/2021

Hi, u000001620055. Thank you for taking the time to review the course. We take single star feedback very seriously at our course. You are welcome to comment further or reach out to our team in the golf shop. We always appreciate the feedback. Thank you for playing Royal Lakes Golf & Country Club.

Played On
Reviews 10
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 12/28/2020

We love hearing about our golfers' experiences, Michael8726820. Please tell us more about what you enjoyed during your round. Thanks for choosing Royal Lakes Golf & Country Club!

Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Always a great day out

For the day after heavy rain, the course was very good.

Staff excellent as usual

It was bitterly cold but the pace of play made up for it as we moved at our own brisk pace.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 12/28/2020

trevorb1, 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 Royal Lakes Golf & Country Club.

Played On
Reviews 18
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Double book tee times

Nice course. Friendly staff. Good shape.

Only negative thing was that they double booked tee times. Members started on 15 or 16 like a shot gun start and were allowed to play thru tee times on hole #1 which backed up tee times 15-20mins. Pace of play improved as the round progressed, but ended up being over a 4 hour round on a Thursday morning.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
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Commented on 12/16/2020

Hi, Deadtrev. 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
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 11/30/2020

Hi, jtrules2001. 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 Royal Lakes Golf & Country Club.

Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Great place to play!! That's why I keep coming back!!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 11/30/2020

Thank you for taking the time to review us, u784961760. 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 3
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Good course for the money

Overall a good value for the price. Good condition and a good layout.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Pace Good
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Commented on 11/30/2020

Thank you for your review, u000001570626. 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 11
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Challenging, but beautiful course!

I have played Royal Lakes a few times, and I think it is one of the best courses in north metro Atlanta area. The course conditions were in fantastic condition; the greens are some of the best I’ve played this year! This is a challenging course with lots of variety; some easy, open holes and some tough ones! I view this as a good mental game course (you have to pick your shots wisely and know your yardages well). Don’t be afraid to lay-up and you will usually be rewarded for it. Stay out of the rough during the fall (lost a few balls that I couldn’t find). I will definitely return often and play here. Keep up the great work!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 11/30/2020

Your feedback is important to us, Raderstorf. 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 7
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 11/30/2020

Hi, u314159309020. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your time at Royal Lakes Golf & Country Club. We look forward to seeing you on the course soon for another 5-star experience!

Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
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Commented on 11/10/2020

Hello and thank you for your 5-star rating, u314160582702! 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 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 11/02/2020

Hello and thank you for your 5-star rating, trevorb1! 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
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Poor
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
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Commented on 10/19/2020

Hello, u314160871382. Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review. We see you rated the course 2-stars and are interested in learning what we can do to improve for your next visit. We take customer feedback very seriously at our course. Please reach out to our team in the golf shop and tell us what's on your mind. Thank you for playing Royal Lakes Golf & Country Club.

Played On
Reviews 6
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 10/09/2020

Hi u314160544700. 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 Royal Lakes Golf & Country Club.

Played On
Reviews 1
1.0

Never played because of tee time was entered wrong date and could never get a hold of no one to cancel on Golf now and nor the golf course

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Commented on 10/09/2020

We've very sorry about this mix up. If you booked the tee time through GolfNow.com, I'm afraid they're the only ones who can change it.

Played On
Reviews 13
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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Commented on 10/09/2020

We're glad you enjoyed your 5-star experience with us, dennythibault. Please comment or reach out to our team in the golf shop to let us know more about your round!

Played On
Reviews 105
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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Commented on 10/02/2020

Thank you for visiting us at Royal Lakes Golf & Country Club. We appreciate your 4-star rating and review. We hope you join us for another round soon.

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