Yas Links Abu Dhabi

Yas Links Abu Dhabi

Yas Links Abu Dhabi
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The first Links golf course in the Middle East region. The first designed by Kyle Phillips, one of the world’s leading golf course designers. The first opportunity to experience the unique traditions of the game. An eighteen-hole course, a nine-hole academy course, clubhouse, golf academy and floodlit practice facilities, set against dramatic views of the Arabian Gulf—the course combines unparalleled visual glory with the thrill of golf’s ultimate test.
Duration: More than 3 hours
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  • Everywhere Escapes
    Middle East2,411 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    World Class Golf Course
    Superb golf course along a broad seawater lagoon, with amazing scenery. Appropriately ranked among the top 50 gold courses by various experts in the past, deservedly! The Clubhouse is luxurious. The practice facilities have flood lights. There are many hotels in close proximity of the golf course. The views of the Abu Dhabi Skyline on a clear day without haze are really nice. Yas Marina Formua 1 circuit is in close proximity.
    Visited November 2023
    Traveled with friends
    Written February 29, 2024
  • Karl B
    London, United Kingdom50 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    You need to play this course
    Yas Links truly delivered a fantastic experience once again! I've had the pleasure of playing this course several times over the years, and it consistently impresses. The course presents a solid challenge and in superb condition, and the greens were exceptionally fast on this visit. It's definitely worth a trip, and the food at the 19th hole is a delightful way to cap off the day!
    Visited February 2024
    Traveled on business
    Written May 13, 2024
  • Ana B
    Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates12 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Unique experience
    The most beautiful golf club in Abu Dhabi, looking forward to come back to watch the sunset! And also the best Nachos that I ever taste. Thank you to Aye Aye for being so caring.
    Visited June 2024
    Traveled with friends
    Written June 9, 2024
  • Noran A
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Engagement event
    I had my engagement party there. The classy venue, the breathtaking views, the atmosphere, the impeccable service, the versatile food options & amazing quality, everything was out of this world. I’m so glad I chose to host my engagement party there. I also cannot stress enough how wonderful the whole events team was. They didn’t miss out on a detail & were so understanding to my needs. They’re basically the main reason the event turned out as perfect as it did. The price per head was also very reasonable & better than most places in Abu Dhabi.
    Visited July 2024
    Traveled with family
    Written September 11, 2024
  • Mark S
    Barnard Castle, United Kingdom118 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Fairways from heaven
    Visited to watch the HSBC Abu Dhabi golf championship, WOW !!! What an absolutely stunning golf course, fairways are like snooker tables they are that good !! Stunning views all over it would be amazing to actually play it one day what an experience that would be
    Visited November 2024
    Traveled solo
    Written November 18, 2024
  • John
    Poulton Le Fylde, United Kingdom6 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    First class
    Outstanding course, it is difficult to overstate quite how brilliant the design of this true links (in a desert) is. The condition of the course was immaculate and the service exemplary. A must play if you are in the UAE. We will definitely be going back.
    Visited December 2024
    Traveled with friends
    Written December 11, 2024
  • KNJK978
    Konstanz, Germany259 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A perfect day on a perfect golf course
    Not many words are needed to describe this perfect day. The golf course is sensational, the state of maintenance exceptional, the staff very friendly and helpful, the range and practice facilities very good, the restaurant with a wonderful view and good food. Everything you need. An absolute recommendation from us.
    Visited December 2024
    Traveled as a couple
    Written December 27, 2024
  • Richard M
    Bedford, United Kingdom1,525 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Quality golf course
    Yas a links is a quality golf course. Each hole is individual and a lot are set with the lake in play somewhere. If you think you are carding well, 17 and 18 could change that. Greens quick, tee boxes excellent almost manicured along with fairways too. The clubhouse is very friendly and can also assist in getting a cab. What a course. Enjoy
    Visited January 2025
    Traveled with family
    Written January 16, 2025
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davidmlowe
Cheshire, UK1,033 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2023 • Couples
I’m finding it hard to write this review because the way the club (well I’m guessing a PGA directive) dropped the rule of no carts less than 48 hours before our round of golf. We had booked this via a reliable golf tour operator, who themselves only found out about the no cart rule at extremely short notice after we had booked this trip some 8 months earlier! I can understand the reasoning behind the rule with a Rolex DP tour event HSBC Classic due to be played & the course being closed a few days following our planned round. However it left us with little or no option and positively fuming. Mr L struggles to walk 18 due to a bad hip and when playing 5 rounds of golf in 6 days in 26deg I find a cart a necessity as myself and Mrs L no spring chickens. The course is quite undulating as well and trying to push a manual trolley complete with sand bags for divots resulted in Mrs L abandoning ship after 3 holes me after 9! We called to chat with the pro a day before to see if they would allow dispensation for my wife’s hip but it was a flat NO. We were offered to swap to Saadiyat Beach GC instead but as we had played there already and because of the rave reviews about Yas Links I desperately wanted to try and play as this was to be the highlight of our AD trip! From the few holes I did play the course was in ‘mint’ condition as one would expect ahead of a tour event the fairways, tee boxes and greens all superb. Greens have some serious undulations on them and with the speed of them (cut & rolled ready for the pros) it certainly gave me an insight into how good the pros are. I managed to reach most greens in regulation however at least another 4 shots to get it in the hole! Sad that we had to cut this one short as I’d love to play it properly maybe when a Rolex event is not planned!
Written January 14, 2023
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Gee
Dubai, United Arab Emirates7 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2024 • Friends
"Hickory's restaurant offers a sublime dining experience with a breathtaking view of the mangroves. The rustic charm of the interior complements the natural beauty outside. The menu is a gastronomic delight, featuring hickory-smoked specialties that tantalize the taste buds. The attentive staff and impeccable service further enhance the overall dining ambiance. The mangrove view adds a serene touch to the meal, creating a perfect harmony between great food and nature's beauty. A memorable dining destination for those seeking a blend of exquisite flavors and scenic tranquility."
Written January 4, 2024
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Matt Ward
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates64 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2021 • Couples
The par 3 course is in a good condition and provides and interesting round of golf at a very good price. Joe in the pro shop was friendly as always and the marshals on the course were all happy and cheerful when ensuring the round was going smoothly.

Overall a good par 3 course and great value.
Written March 19, 2021
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IBMIBMIBM
Aberdeen, United Kingdom23 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020 • Couples
Played on 2nd Jan and very disappointed. So many rave reviews about this course but, apart from the excellent, consistent greens, the worst conditioned golf course I’ve played in the Middle East by some way.
Talked to some staff at the end, and it’s been like this for 2 years and getting worse! Am baffled by recent reviewers praising the place.
Water table issues with all the massive building work around the course causing salt problems particularly on low lying fairways. Extensive areas of brown fairways and rough areas with no grass. Areas with stagnant smelly water and large muddy areas. One fairway with several deep excavations and pumps/hoses across the fairway. Many muddy bunkers with crumbling edges. Extensive wear areas and detours at cart path entries to fairways. Many areas where ‘good’ fairway turf is being cut up to patch bare bits.
All in all a real mess and difficult to see how any of this can be turned round.
Add in, as previous reviewers have highlighted, jets over head every 10 minutes, the massive engine/tyre noise from the racetrack, and the screaming from the people on the Big Dipper ride next door every 5 mins, it’s a mystery as to why anyone would want to pay around $250 for this ‘pleasure’
Written January 2, 2020
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Stephen213
London, UK45 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2022
Played here last week and had an excellent day’s golf.

The staff are very friendly and attentive and nothing is too much trouble.

The golf course itself was superb, not really a links course in the true sense of the word but the way the course runs alongside the water provides great views and challenge.
Written November 9, 2022
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Greg M
Brisbane, Australia18 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2019
The golf course and facilities were faultless and definatly 5 star however,all Golf charges are crazy expensive for the privilage in Dubai unfortunatly. Clubs need to help the sport grow by making it more afordable for holiday makers as i would have played more golf there and spent more if the courses were more affordable.
4 stars only because of the price. (Golf was 5 star)
Written January 12, 2020
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Ayo a
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates10 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2021 • Family
Beautiful setting, good food, and great service. Eugene was our server and was prompt, friendly, and polite. He always shows an interest in our family when we arrive and goes the extra mile to make sure everyone is happy and catered for. Makes a real difference. Great for families in the good weather with open grass and play area. Highly recommended.
Written April 21, 2021
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Darren King
Dubai, United Arab Emirates7 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2021
Any golfer who is either living in the UAE or visiting, you MUST play 18 holes at Yas Links. It is without doubt the best golfing experience in the country. Since opening in 2010, it has always been ranked as the number 1 course in the region and I agree 100%. The course condition is superb and a privilege to play on. Congratulations to Clinton Southorn (Cluster Director of Agronomy) and his hard working team on producing such an amazing product. The staff were so welcoming at the bag drop area and throughout the entire clubhouse. This was complimented by the on course staff who were also very accommodating during my round. I could tell that they have been well trained and managed. They all came across very knowledgeable, genuine and happy to be working at this world class facility. The Golf Operations Manager, Lee Waggott, took the time out of his busy schedule to spend some time with me on the 14th hole which I thought was a nice touch. Another quality product of Troon Golf who is excelling in his role and no doubt has a bright future. In closing, today's experience reminded me why I love the game of golf so much. Holes 16, 17 & 18 at sunset will be forever remembered in my mind. I am so looking forward to returning to the nation's capital to play this absolute gem again hopefully sooner rather than later. Well done to all involved, you are a credit not only your owners but the golf industry as a whole. Thanks to Daniel Wright for arranging. He met me on arrival and represented the club in such a professional way.
Written April 12, 2021
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SQUALO85
Dubai, United Arab Emirates5,616 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2021 • Solo
Top of the line, pretty sure that there is a reason for this course being the worlds top leading courses, it's been a great game, apart from their superb facilities, this club simply stays ahead of all the other courses I ever played, greens, fairways, out of bounce, red, blue, yellow marks all there and how they suppose to be. Definitely an extreme professional management team. It is definitely worth to paying a visit, come and go, enjoy this amazing course
Written November 3, 2021
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JAY
United Arab Emirates508 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2021 • Couples
Went with some friends to Yas Links, it’s definitely one of our favorite places with beautiful views and great food however service seems to be the sour point that always comes up.

We went about 50min before closing just to have some drinks, there were very few people and it seemed like the staff just wanted to go home, we were quickly told to order as the place will close in 50min so we did, drinks and nuts were brought pretty fast but then 5min later we were asked if we wanted to order again even though we just started our drinks and there was still 40min to closing, I explained I am not sure but will let the waiter know however within a few minutes the bill was presented to us snd the waiter just stood there waiting for us to pay. I understand it must be a long day but then just bring forward the closing time or when we came just say it’s too late but don’t push people to leave.

Anyway after that we paid and just left even though there was still 25min to closing and there were still a few other tables left.

Hope they can sort out the service part as it’s something we encountered every time.
Written May 1, 2021
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