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 TDOYEL11 on 07/17/2023
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Photo submitted by TDOYEL11 on 07/17/2023
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Photo submitted by GKing77098 on 05/07/2023
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Photo submitted by GKing77098 on 05/07/2023
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Photo submitted by pdcurran on 01/09/2023
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Photo submitted by u8529739 on 01/07/2023
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Photo submitted by u8529739 on 01/07/2023
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Photo submitted by u8529739 on 01/07/2023
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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
Never Disappoints
Course is challenging for experts and beginners. And you reap the reward of that one good shot keep you coming back ! Never disappoints .
Great Course, but...
Great course, but greens and tee boxes need some work.
Thank you for the 4-star review, and sharing your feedback with us. Your comments regarding our greens and tee boxes have been shared with our staff as we continuously work towards improvements, and we hope we can welcome you back to Moody Gardens Golf Course for an even better round soon! #MGGolfCourse
Moody golf
It’s was a very windy day, but there was no waiting at each hole. Pace of play was great.
Thanks for the 4-stars and great feedback on the pace of play. We're glad you were still able to enjoy the day with us despite the windy conditions, and we look forward to having you back at Moody Gardens Golf Course again soon! #MGGolfCourse
Great place
My favorite course to play. Can’t wait for rain to go away course will be in great shape
Thanks for the 5-stars and kind feedback! We truly appreciate your dedication to playing Moody Gardens Golf Course and hope we can have you back for an even better round soon. #MGGolfCourse
Moody Golf
Great course, challanging but fair, play as often as can, have a condo on the island, really enjoy, course conditions always great, but lady at the check in desk could smile more and be more friendly, almost like she does not like the job, but will not keep me from playing, but encourage her to be more friendly
Thanks for the 5-stars! We appreciate your review and hope to have you back at Moody Gardens Golf Course again soon. #MGGolfCourse
Good Track
Best draining course in the area. Course was in good shape given the winter & ongoing rain. Greens were good. We’ll be back as soon as weather permits.
Thanks for the 4-stars and great feedback! We appreciate your understanding given the recent weather, and are glad to hear you still enjoyed your recent round with us. Come back to Moody Gardens Golf Course again soon! #MGGolfCourse
Crab grass on greens
I have played Moody many times this unfortunately was the worse shape I have seen it in. The greens need some serious attention. With that said the pure amount of rain and crazy weather we have had in the Houston area I understand the difficulty to keep the greens running good and will give them a pass. But your ball shouldn’t play Plinko on the putting greens.
I hate to write a bad review about Moody because it’s one of my favorite course in the Houston area and the condtions are always excellent , I will be back for sure just hope the greens are back to normal.
Nice Course
Lots of water. A few Palm trees. No houses. Airport. Water not a issue if you don’t have a big slice or hook. Greens very nice and true. Fairly flat greens. Sand traps wet so difficult. Enjoyable afternoon. Typical rates a little high but reasonable with the Golf Now special rate.
Thanks for the 5-star review and sharing your feedback with us! We appreciate your comments on our greens and are glad to hear we could provide you with a valuable golf experience. Thanks for choosing Moody Gardens Golf Course! #MGGolfCourse
Nice Golf Course
Little disappointment. View wasn't fantastic as picture shown. We enjoyed rounding. Staffs are very kind.
We appreciate your 4-star review, however, we're sorry to hear your first experience with us may not have your expectations. We're committed to providing our golfers with a valuable golf experience and we hope you were still able to enjoy the day with us at Moody Gardens Golf Course. Hope to have you back again soon! #MGGolfCourse
Great weather! Great conditions! Great course!
Fairways were plush. Greens were true. Challenging but fun course. Not windy at all like expected.
Thanks for the 5-stars and great feedback on our course conditions! Tee it up at Moody Gardens Golf Course again soon. #MGGolfCourse
Love playing here
Staff is not very friendly. The course was not crowded I had a 1220 tee time. There was a three team tournament in front of me. I asked the group in front of me if I could pass them and get out of there way since I was alone. The marshal had a fit that I had passed them. I thought it was a little over the top since I wasn’t bothering any body or getting in the way of players. I love playing here. I play 4 or 5 times a month. Great course.
Thank you for the 4-star review and sharing your feedback with us, however, we're sorry to hear about your unpleasant interaction with some of our staff. We are committed to providing all of our golfers with a valuable customer experience and your comments have been shared appropriately for improvements. We truly appreciate your support at Moody Gardens Golf Course and look forward to having you back for an even better round soon. #MGGolfCourse
Fun course in excellent condition!
Great day @ Moody Gardens golf course.! Course in excellent condition for fall/winter and greens were near perfect!
Great Greens & Fairways
The greens and fairways at this course are the best in the area, really good. The only minor issue was the bunkers, several of them needed attention and a couple fairway bunkers had grass growing in them, but only a few. It’s island gold so it’s windy, really windy, but that’s to be expected. The greens and fairways are enough for you to try this course.
Beautiful
Very beautiful course. Super friendly staff. Will return as often as I have time to play!
Great course for the money
Course in solid shape. Always a good time at moody
No Slice No Hook
Keep it in fairway play. Lotsa water, marsh, sand, and that’s not counting the wind. Not for hacker or you will be over 100. Still enjoyed being out.
PRETTY NICE
It was pretty nice but I thought it would be better.
A Hidden Value Gem
Have been golfing in Houston 15 years and have never and it down to moody gardens to play. Had a friend in town and weather was supposed to be better down south. Went in expecting a nice muni and was surprised with a super fun course. I would call it more a resort style course with some very wide fairways in certain areas. I don't think you can play another course with as much water/bay views for a better value. Would highly recommend.
Great round!
Great game the only problem was the mosquitoes. They were horrible but to be expected after rain they had in Galveston. Otherwise our round was great!!
Thanks for the great feedback and 4-stars! We truly appreciate your dedication to playing at Moody Gardens Golf Course and can't wait to welcome you back again soon. #MGGolfCourse