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
Great course
Found a Hot Deal on a Wednesday for $30.00. Hardly anyone on the course. Greens and fairways were near perfect. Can't wait to play here again
Overall a very nice course. Greens, fairways, and tee boxes were in great shape. The layout is pretty good, but the last few holes weren't my favorite. The bunkers definitely need more daily attention. I played on a Sunday and it looked like they had not been dragged in a day or two. I'm not sure the normal rates, but if you find a hot deal on this course, take it!
Great day at Moody
The weather was perfect and the course was in great shape. Fairways were the best that I have played in Houston. Greens were in very good shape although they were a little slower than I was used to. We also had a great lunch and shared a few beers before and after the round. Good selection of draft beers,
Very nice course
From the tee box to the greens the course was in great shape. The sand was fine and very well placed (I found enough of it!) the only problem I had was the pace of play. The cart girl would go to the middle of the fairway to ask the 4 some ahead of me to ask if they needed anything. Overall it was a great game. I shot 98 and lost a couple balls since I wasn't familiar with the course but will definitely be back!
Be back soon
Played on a Saturday and pace of play was average. Had a pair two groups ahead that seemed to have no idea of time. The foursome in front of us were waiting on the two in front of them....
Besides that course was fantastic. Greens rolled very true and were in excellent shape. The wind was brutal. Blowing 20 mph the whole day. Front nine was a tad easier than the back mainly because of the wind. Several blind shots and bunkers are in strategic places. Fairly wide fairways, however with the wind and bunkers the course plays more narrow than it appears.
Great
Great course! Practice areas were super nice and greens roll true
More than worth it
More than worth it especially with the discount from GolfNow. Very challenging, fun, scenic, golf course. I highly recommend it and I play all over
Wonderful Golf Experience
Although we golfed on an extremely windy day, it did not detract from our experience. The greens were wonderful, the driving was challenging, and there was plenty of exotic foliage and wildlife to see. You cannot beat this unique golf course.
Fun course
Moody Gardens is a fun course to play. I imagine it must be windy most days due to the location near the Gulf. It was windy which makes it somewhat challenging due to the amount of water on the course. The greens were average speed and in good condition. I really enjoyed seeing a variety of birds and the scenery is very nice. Fairways were also in good shape.
Calvin
Great course well kept fairways and greens. Staff in the pro shop were friendly and very helpful.
Course was good but expensive
So I want to be fair here, I would say the course is challenging as in take a LOT of balls since there is water everywhere. Also I will say we went in a slow month and were charged a premium since we are not living in the county even though we played twilight. It was not killer expensive (~50 per head in CDN dollars) but Me and my sons might have played here everyday if the rates were lower. ultimately I would likely play again here since there are not many options in Galveston but I do think that we saw similar courses for less in Houston on this trip without all the ball grabbing water.
Great staff
After reading some bad reviews I decided to play anyway, glad I did , staff was very friendly and helpful.. Course was in excellent condition, I would definitely recommend this course.
Very Nice
My Son and I enjoyed a very fun round of golf on this course. The place is in excellent shape, very nice greens and fairways. It is a very good test of accuracy with a lot of ways to get into trouble if you hit a shot off the fairway.
Greens rolled perfectly!!
Just wish they'd had a drink cart or more water coolers!!