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1 Hope Blvd, Galveston, Texas 77554, US
(409) 683-4200
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About Moody Gardens

Moody Gardens is a large resort and attraction area with a hotel, conference center and 18 holes of golf in the coastal town of Galveston, Texas. It is well known for its three pyramids home to an aquarium and rain forest attractions. It has not only an onsite waterpark but is next to Schlitterbahn as well. There are six dining concepts, as well as a spa and fitness center. It's within easy access to historic downtown Galveston, Pleasure Pier and the beaches. The golf course originally opened in 1989 but was totally redesigned by Peter Jacobsen and Jim Hardy in 2008. This watery layout features scenic views of the gulf, bridges and bayous, and the back nine plays alongside the small Galveston airport. The course is links-inspired with gulf breezes and wall-to-wall paspalum turf. Historic Galveston is less than an hour's drive from downtown Houston, making Moody Gardens a popular day trip destination as well as for weekend vacation getaways.

Facts

Price Range$$, $$$
Property Class★★★★
Acres233
Year Opened1986
Number of Units300-500

Amenities

RestaurantsFine, Casual, Bar
Room TypesRoom, Suite
Fitness CenterYes
Practice FacilityYes
Banquet SpaceYes
SpaYes

Services

Kids ProgramYes
Room ServiceYes
ConciergeYes

Rules

Is the resort pet friendly?No
Is resort stay required for a tee time?No

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4.6 out of 5 stars
1081 Reviews (1081)
Moody Gardens Golf Course
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cafu80
Reviews 14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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sweetswing17
Reviews 11
Handicap Don't know
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Great Round

Course conditions were excellent, pro shop staff were very friendly and overall a great experience on our three day stay in Galveston.

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Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 4.0
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sweetswing17
Reviews 11
Recommended
Played
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Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 3.0
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Whitney7810117
Reviews 8
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
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5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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u000007822149
Review 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
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Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 5.0
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u314159417781
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Fairways are the best in Houston area. Greens were punched a few weeks and almost back. Great course in great shape.

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Previously Played
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Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Commented May 23, 2025
Appreciate the top marks! It means a lot to us that you had such a positive experience. We’ll continue doing our best to make every visit exceptional.
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lukejbarber05
Review 1
Recommended
Played
First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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u000004135462
Reviews 7
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Greens had been punched. Other than that, course was in excellent shape.

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Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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MrBogey55
Reviews 33
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played

Nice public course; conditions improving

Was pleased to see they are working hard to improve course conditions! Fairways were very good, bunkers much improved. Greens recently aerated, so slow, but gotta do it. Good value!

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Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 4.0
Commented May 2, 2025
Appreciate the top marks! It means a lot to us that you had such a positive experience. We’ll continue doing our best to make every visit exceptional.
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u00000996148
T O P 250
Reviews 172
Recommended
Played

Great, even with punched greens.

The course is magnificent. Love to take on the challenge, admire the views, cuss at the wind.

Putting was...well, not really putting. Greens had been recently aerated and were bumpy and sandy (I knew when I booked the round).

And it was still fun.

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Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 3.0
Difficulty 4.0
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kprychun
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Very tight course, better be on your game and select wisely.

The gaurway and greens are amazing. Definitely will be back.

First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
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jfilbin
Reviews 10
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Moody

Nice driving range and putting green before the 1st tee. Course gets more difficult as the holes progress. Wind is also a factor. You will be fairly challenged.

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First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Commented Apr 15, 2025
Appreciate the top marks! It means a lot to us that you had such a positive experience. We’ll continue doing our best to make every visit exceptional.
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Westkjeremy
Reviews 3
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Great course great value

Enjoyed my round, course was in good shape and staff was friendly. Lots of water!!

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First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 5.0
Commented Mar 28, 2025
Thanks for the five-star rating. We’re thrilled you enjoyed your visit and appreciate your support. Our team looks forward to delivering the same level of excellence next time.
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u444820267
Reviews 9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Moody Gardens Golf Club

Upon arrival at the course, the staff was friendly and helpful with making me familiar with the course layout.

My only disappointment was that there was a girls high school tournament ahead of us and their pace of play was horrendous. We played the front nine twice so that we were not having a six hour round. I would loved to have played the back nine.

Greens were fast, but as with many coastal courses, poiana grass caused some problems with putting.

Starter, Pro Shop and rangers were all very friendly and helpful.

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First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
Commented Mar 28, 2025
Thanks for the five-star rating. We’re thrilled you enjoyed your visit and appreciate your support. Our team looks forward to delivering the same level of excellence next time.
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MrBogey55
Reviews 33
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played

Pretty good public course

Nice layout. Conditions were OK, but it’s been better.

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Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 4.0
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medons
Reviews 3
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Difficulty 3.0
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u314159586082
Reviews 17
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Cold weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 4.0
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u314165257430
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played

Very challenging but nice course

Water everywhere! Narrow fairways. Fun course and it was very windy but we had a great time.

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First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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ElJivarito
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Moody garden Golf Course

I love the course. Best customer service nice set up. Layout always looks nice clean well organize great paste. The greens are wonderful.

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Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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bwomack4
Review 1
Recommended
Played
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Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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