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3.9
863 Reviews (863)
5 Stars
337
4 Stars
357
3 Stars
108
2 Stars
38
1 Stars
23
Conditions
3.6
Value
3.9
Layout
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.1
86.1%
Recommend this course
760 out of 863 reviews
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4.2
10 Reviews (10)
5 Stars
3
4 Stars
6
3 Stars
1
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.0
Value
4.3
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
4.6
100.0%
Recommend this course
10 out of 10 reviews
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4.1
34 Reviews (34)
5 Stars
13
4 Stars
14
3 Stars
5
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
2
Conditions
3.8
Value
4.1
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.6
94.1%
Recommend this course
32 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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Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
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Reviews

3.9
863 Reviews (863)

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 19
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
2.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Poor
Amenities Fair
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Reviews 19
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
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Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
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Reviews 27
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
First Time Playing

Not what we expected for the money

The course was not in the best shape for 70 a round

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
3.0
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First Time Playing
Wet weather
Used cart
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 13
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played

Greens were lightning fast

Greens were lightning fast. Played here dozens of times and the greens made it not enjoyable. Like putting on ice. I’m sure after they aerate in a few weeks it will be good again.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Played On
Reviews 112
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Fast Greens!

I've played here a few times, twice this past week and the greens were fantastic.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 41
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Fair
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Average
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Commented on 03/29/2023

Hi, joinosdeli. We would love to hear more about your 4-star experience on our course. Please tell us what we can do to earn that last star, and thanks for golfing at Royal Lakes Golf & Country Club!

Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 03/29/2023

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 41
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Average
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Commented on 03/21/2023

Hello, joinosdeli. We appreciate the review. You rated us 3-stars which means there is room to improve on your recent experience at Royal Lakes Golf & Country Club. Let us know, in the comments, how and where you would like to see changes from the course. Thanks for the feedback!

Played On
Reviews 6
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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Commented on 03/21/2023

Hi, wbyers. We would love to hear more about your 4-star experience on our course. Please tell us what we can do to earn that last star, and thanks for golfing at Royal Lakes Golf & Country Club!

Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Used cart

Love the course but pace of play was terrible

Played Royal Lakes many times and love the course and layout. Need to monitor pace of play better

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 02/21/2023

Hi, u6303616. 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 112
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Cold weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 02/16/2023

We love hearing about our golfers' experiences, jaynoh64. Please tell us more about what you enjoyed during your round. Thanks for choosing Royal Lakes Golf & Country Club!

Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 02/16/2023

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 112
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Cold weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 02/16/2023

We love hearing about our golfers' experiences, jaynoh64. Please tell us more about what you enjoyed during your round. Thanks for choosing Royal Lakes Golf & Country Club!

Played On
Reviews 428
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 500 Contributor
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 01/26/2023

Hi, u000003209608. We would love to hear more about your 4-star experience on our course. Please tell us what we can do to earn that last star, and thanks for golfing at Royal Lakes Golf & Country Club!

Played On
Reviews 428
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 500 Contributor
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 01/26/2023

Hi, u000003209608. We would love to hear more about your 4-star experience on our course. Please tell us what we can do to earn that last star, and thanks for golfing at Royal Lakes Golf & Country Club!

Played On
Reviews 428
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 500 Contributor
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 01/26/2023

Hi, u000003209608. We would love to hear more about your 4-star experience on our course. Please tell us what we can do to earn that last star, and thanks for golfing at Royal Lakes Golf & Country Club!

Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Wet weather
Used cart
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 01/26/2023

Hi, u000007827328. We would love to hear more about your 4-star experience on our course. Please tell us what we can do to earn that last star, and thanks for golfing at Royal Lakes Golf & Country Club!

Played On
Reviews 6
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Cold weather
Used cart
Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Fair
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 01/26/2023

Hello, DanielRR. 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.

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