Moody Gardens
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
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Photo submitted by Alvinrt on 05/21/2024
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Photo submitted by CharlesLately on 05/19/2024
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Photo submitted by TDOYEL11 on 07/17/2023
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Photo submitted by pdcurran on 01/09/2023
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Photo submitted by SMOKEY2020 on 06/24/2022
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Photo submitted by SMOKEY2020 on 06/24/2022
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17th green Photo submitted by u8529739 on 03/13/2022
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Photo submitted by ShibTx on 11/17/2021
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Background: Moody Gardens Discover, Rainforest, Aquarium, & Hotel. Photo submitted by GordonATX on 10/07/2021
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Photo submitted by Zeuswon on 05/29/2021
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Photo submitted by Zeuswon on 04/12/2021
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Pelican watching me on #8 bridge. Photo submitted by u8529739 on 02/10/2021
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Photo submitted by u169948982 on 01/22/2021
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My son and I Photo submitted by garthedc on 09/07/2020
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Photo submitted by lv370540 on 09/02/2020
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Photo submitted by Joshfast on 06/15/2020
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14th Hole Approach Photo submitted by GolferJake78 on 06/15/2019
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18th Hole Approach Photo submitted by GolferJake78 on 06/15/2019
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Photo submitted by Robert1518933 on 04/25/2019
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Photo submitted by barry9114506 on 05/17/2017
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Photo submitted by sanwaldjf on 06/28/2016
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Photo submitted by itismej83 on 08/16/2014
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18th Fairway looking across the pond to the 18th green Photo submitted by bobby6830772 on 06/21/2013
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Photo submitted by u000001596690 on 10/15/2012
Thank you for visiting us at Moody Gardens Golf Course. We appreciate your 4-star rating and review. We hope you join us for another round soon.
Windy Day - bring golf balls, LOL.
It was a sunny, but windy day (15-20 mph). The layout is good, but course isn’t in resort fee shape. It’s two-stars for value in my mind due to conditions on many tees and fairways. Around the green is good.
I didn’t partake in food. Sped of play was excellent until hole 14/15 when the course was congested.
Back nine has water on every hole ..... I found more than I lost, can’t say that for my two playing partners. I might return when back in the area, if I see course conditions are in resort-level.
Thanks for taking the time to rate us. We're always improving and updating the course, so we hope you consider playing again in the future!
Great course
Played here today for my first time, had a great day of golf joined up with two guys that were awesome and great help. I enjoyed every second of today definitely worth the money and can’t wait to go back and play
Thanks for the awesome review! We can't wait to see you back here soon!
Great course
Love this course, I lost 4 balls today, I never lose a ball , better have your A game , going again next week, love the Greens , very good
Wow, thanks so much for the great review! Looking forward to having you back here soon!
Thanks for reviewing us. Come back soon!
Enjoyable Round
GREAT course to play!!! You'll get your moneys worth!! The course is in fantastic shape. A very challenging course, especially when the wind is gusting. Expect to lose some balls. The staff is friendly and professional. I will always play this course every time I'm in the region!!!!
Fabulous Place
If you want to have a great round of golf then visit this place. I'm a local and really love it. Make a day of it...and have lunch or dinner on the seawall. You wont be disappointed.
Thanks so much for the lovely review! What a great suggestion for future golfers. We can't wait to have you back here soon!
Winter breeze
Overall this was a great course in very nice condition for December. The staff was friendly and a beverage cart came by several times during our round. The starter gave us some tips before we began our round that were very helpful to first timers. The layout gives off a tropical feel with all the palm trees and ocean breeze. Highly recommend playing here if you have the opportunity.
Wow, we are so happy you enjoyed your round, Jachouston! We look forward to seeing you again soon.
Fun Track
Poor first impression with the guy behind the counter saying "we are out of carts, make them walk" and then the guy at the register trying to charge me a higher rate than my golfnow rate. Once it all got straighted out I was given a key and dismissed. Once I found my group and we teed off things went much better from there. Course conditions were very good and it was an enjoyable layout. Not sure why they were out of carts because the parking lot wasn't that full. Seems as if they managed things a bit better from the shop this could be a top notch golf experience. Perhaps a starter to manage the tee and carts.
Hello. We are sorry your experience was less than 5-stars. We are happy you enjoyed the course conditions, but we will work to improve your overall experience for the future. Thanks again for playing, and we hope to see you back here soon!
They Harrass You
I have asked Moody Gardens at least 15 times to unsubscribe me since 2018. Do not give them your email address.
Perfect conditions
So maybe my review is partially tinged by the fact that I shot the round of my life, but I was stunned by the immaculate condition of this course. I've played some really fancy courses--Harbour Town, Poipu Bay, PGA National--none were in better condition. The staff was friendly, pace of play was good, and the beer was cold after the round. Kudos to the guys and gals who work there. I wish I lived closer to Galveston.
Great layout
Had a great round. A challenging layout in terrific condition.
Will be back again soon!!!
A fantastic golfing experience.
A very challenging golf course with excellent greens, well manicured fairways, friendly staff, and excellent facilities.
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 Moody Gardens Golf Course!
Very nice course for the money
The course is in excellent condition. Course is challenging, especially with the wind. Pace of play is a little slow in the morning. Greens are fast and in great shape.
Course in great condition
Course in great condition overall. Fairways and greens were in great shape. Friendly staff was a plus.
Thanks for the awesome 5-star review!
Awesome Course Conditions!!
Course was well maintained & in Great condition. From the T box to the fairway, bunkers, greens, it was a very nice course. The only negative was the starter/Marshall, he wasn’t very friendly. The course marshal that we spoke with, while playing, was much more personable. Slight negative compared to the many positives at this course.
Hello and thank you for your 5-star rating, SmokeWagon! We're delighted you enjoyed your round. Please book another round with us soon, and thanks for choosing Moody Gardens Golf Course!
Fantastic golf
It was sunny 70 degrees the wind was light, fairways were lush and greens were smooth and rolling true, my first hole was a birdie. This is a fun course, tight narrow fairways with water hazards on nearly every holes. I happened to play well today so really enjoyed it . Highly recommended!
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 Moody Gardens Golf Course.
We are so pleased that you enjoyed your time at Moody Gardens Golf Course. We look forward to seeing you at the course soon for another 5-star experience!
Thanksgiving Tradition
Always enjoy rounds here at Thanksgiving. Only issues were some clover overtaking some tees and uneven conditions in bunkers.
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 Moody Gardens Golf Course.
We appreciate the 5 star rating!