The Track, Meydan Golf
The Track, Meydan Golf
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Welcome to The Track, Meydan Golf's unique pay-and-play golf course at the world famous Dubai racecourse. The Track, Meydan Golf is a golf experience like no other in the UAE. Open daily, 6:30 am - 11:00 pm. NO MEMBERSHIP FEE, EVER! Simply book a tee time to take on the stunning nine-hole course.
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Johanna Z
Dubai, United Arab Emirates71 contributions
Sep 2020 • Friends
The lobby looks like it is a cheap motel, the bathrooms are stuffed with ceiling damages, humidity damages, their lobby is closed until afternoon, no place to sit and they're trying to kill their golf players by letting them share (during this pandemic) golf carts with strangers, but still want to charge additional, only to watch a friend playing on the golf course. The main entrance is lack of presentation, I had to check several times if my car's GPS is incorrect, and got lost. I was in the middle of nowhere, with dust and not even a sign or logo explaining that this is the entrance to the golf course. The member of staff is rather impolite and rude, their security asked me to sign 4 times and wants to check my temperature over 4 times in less than 90 minutes, the parking is extremely dirty, and the whole golf course feels like a construction site and not a golf course at all. I also booked this golf course on the Entertainer, but out of a sudden they wanted to charge more money and tried to always find additional charges. I got the name card of Mr. Ian, who is supposed to be the Manager of this golf course, but when I saw how many negative ratings this golf course actually has, and all the responses are rather standard drafts that have been copied from somewhere, somehow, I felt like "uk", and wanted to just walk away from this place. As far as I'm concerned about this golf course is simple: it is a place that doesn't make their guests enjoy playing a round of golf. Not one single moment, I have see any member of staff helpful, kind of supportive at all, no one smiles and being in a graveyard is most likely, and this is my opinion, is more fun to go than Track Meydan. Just to recap,they need to improve their entrance side, and make their main gate more visible, dust and dirt are not necessarily welcoming anyone. Will never visit this place anymore in my whole entire life and hopefully they will release their reputation is below the carpet, their facilities are really really bad, which would be fine, but as long as their management is acting careless, it is not worth to paying a visit at all. What a waste of my time and money, horrible experience.
Written September 3, 2020
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Dear Guest,
We appreciate you taking the time to provide us with such detailed feedback about your recent golfing experience but at the same time, deeply regret to hear that certain things did not meet your expectations.
Here at Meydan Golf, we always welcome comments – be it positive or negative – from our valued guests and are open to healthy criticisms which we see as an opportunity to help us improve our overall facilities and enable us to continuously deliver outstanding services to the satisfaction of our guests.
On the other hand, we are saddened to see that despite our Interim General Manager’s response to the review which you have posted earlier, with his attempt to provide a comprehensive explanation to all your concerns and turn your negative experience around, you continued to repost your bad reviews not only here on TripAdvisor but to other social media sites as well using different aliases. Similarly, you have also reposted negative reviews from other players dating to two years back under different accounts. What has been most disturbing to us was your e-mail threat mentioning: “do all in my power and position to spread out the word, telling the world that your golf course is a fiasco, a place that I generates unhappiness throughout their golf players – which supports your aggressive actions online.
While we can no longer remove the negative imprint that you had from your last visit, please rest assured that our doors are always open and we are ready to hear it from you personally, where we could both discuss this matter in a closed forum and in a more professional and refined manner. Meanwhile, please note that we have already taken the necessary actions towards your online reviews which violated review contents and guidelines.
Respectfully,
Mohamed Shawky
Written September 7, 2020
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Bianca Z
Dubai, United Arab Emirates52 contributions
Sep 2020 • Solo
Bad service, bad management, absolutely not recommend. I'm playing at track Maydan for free because the credit card offer, otherwise I will never never ever come here.
1. The security at the main gate will never remember you even you signed in hundred times.
2. The staffs are not very professional and not friendly.
3. If you want to take second person on your cart, have to pay 75AED extra, only to look at you play. I have been to a lot of different golf course, none of them charge that and at the same time this golf course is totally empty. No wonder there is no visitors.
4. The lounge is not open until afternoon, so there is no way to have a cup of coffee or breakfast before you play.
5. The cart has so bad maintenance that my gulf bag falls out because the locker is broken and my driver has damaged.
6. That's impossible to write a Google review in the club house because their WiFi networks has blocked the page to make sure nobody saying anything. I have to use my own cell phone data to write that.
To the Track Maydan Golf Course, if you only make discount all the time to attract customer is not enough, to improve your service and management is more important.
1. The security at the main gate will never remember you even you signed in hundred times.
2. The staffs are not very professional and not friendly.
3. If you want to take second person on your cart, have to pay 75AED extra, only to look at you play. I have been to a lot of different golf course, none of them charge that and at the same time this golf course is totally empty. No wonder there is no visitors.
4. The lounge is not open until afternoon, so there is no way to have a cup of coffee or breakfast before you play.
5. The cart has so bad maintenance that my gulf bag falls out because the locker is broken and my driver has damaged.
6. That's impossible to write a Google review in the club house because their WiFi networks has blocked the page to make sure nobody saying anything. I have to use my own cell phone data to write that.
To the Track Maydan Golf Course, if you only make discount all the time to attract customer is not enough, to improve your service and management is more important.
Written September 2, 2020
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Dear Golfing Guest,
Thank you for writing a Trip Advisor review after your recent experience at the Track, Meydan Golf Managed by Troon Golf.
I am disappointed to hear we did not meet your expectations and would like to clarify a few of the concerns you have outlined.
1. Our Security team are simply following our COVID-19 protocols laid out by the government and facility. I realize that it can be frustrating to get temperature checked often but it is for your safety and the safety of our staff.
2. I would like to reassure you that feedback like this is always brought to the attention of staff at regular team meetings and we are dedicated to offering a friendly, relaxed environment and ultimately a great golfing experience. This will be taken up at our next meeting.
3. This is known as a Spectator Fee and is common place throughout all the clubs in the UAE.
4. I will pass this on to the F&B team and can assure you this is only temporary as part of our reopening procedure. However, the kiosk and drinks buggy at the driving range can serve tea, coffee or soft drinks anytime.
5. Upon checking in at the Proshop you will have received and signed a receipt that asks you to ensure you properly check the course worthiness of the buggy before heading to the course. This is always conveyed to guests by our staff as this is standard procedure. If one of the straps on the buggy was damaged you should have reported this immediately to one of our staff and a replacement would have been offered.
6. I have personally not experienced any issues with google or the wifi in the facility. This is the first time I have heard this but will certainly look into this and see if we have been having any issues.
Please contact me directly on Info@meydangolf.com so I can personally see to it that your next experience with us lives up to your expectations.
Ian Brennan - Interim General Manager
Written September 4, 2020
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
The Disruptor
Dubai2 contributions
Jan 2020 • Business
Visited the Qube after a long absence to meet Jim Wheat, Resident Artist, who gave me a tour of his art and introduced me to Manager Tom. The energy of these two guys is amazing and infectious - left full of positive energy.
Later went to a Fairways and Furlongs event which was great fun. I admit I am not a golfer but the golfing crew made me welcome and the horse racing was great fun.
Will certainly be returning if only to enjoy the 5* butter chicken curry (chips optional 😎) and perhaps understand the stories behind more of the Art.
Later went to a Fairways and Furlongs event which was great fun. I admit I am not a golfer but the golfing crew made me welcome and the horse racing was great fun.
Will certainly be returning if only to enjoy the 5* butter chicken curry (chips optional 😎) and perhaps understand the stories behind more of the Art.
Written February 19, 2020
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Dear Golfing Guest,
Thank you for writing a Trip Advisor review after your recent experience at the Track, Meydan Golf Managed by Troon Golf.
We are delighted to hear your positive feedback about The Track Meydan Golf and look forward to welcoming you back at our facility in the future. Great to hear that you enjoyed the butter chicken curry and the energy of Jim Wheat and I.
Feel free to write to us regarding any suggestions or concerns in the future. We Appreciate you!
Best regards,
The Track, Meydan Golf Management Team
Written February 23, 2020
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Chris K
2 contributions
Jan 2021
After living in Dubai over 30 years and leaving in 2018 but fortunate enough to be back in 2021, I was lucky to be paired up with DollarsandArt legend "Jim Wheat" for a round of Golf at Meydan. In all my years here, this day has to be up there with the best.
Not only do you get to enjoy Jim's humour whilst playing but he will also help you with your Golf !!
He will then treat you to a private Art Tour of his work on display at Meydan revealing some of his life's comings and goings which are his inspiration for his amazing Art work.
Jim is available via Meydan Golf and if you are looking for an enjoyable day of Golf, Art and Humour, he's your Man.
Not only do you get to enjoy Jim's humour whilst playing but he will also help you with your Golf !!
He will then treat you to a private Art Tour of his work on display at Meydan revealing some of his life's comings and goings which are his inspiration for his amazing Art work.
Jim is available via Meydan Golf and if you are looking for an enjoyable day of Golf, Art and Humour, he's your Man.
Written January 29, 2021
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Neri
1 contribution
Feb 2021
I played the Meydan for the first time last week and it was an absolute pleasure to play on such a beautiful and challenging 9 hole course. The course was in great condition, would like to visit again soon.
The staff are also extremely friendly and helpful right from the bagdrop to the oncourse staff. Special thank you to Kingsring at the bag drop who helped us with the golf bags and happily welcomed us.
The receptionist Alona was extremely courteous and friendly to us, which definitely bought a smile on my face.
Shout out to Richard at the range who assisted us with the range balls and took the extra effort to guide us around the range, which was very kind of him.
In addition to the fun we had on the golf course, the very proactive refreshments manager Suraj on the course was always there to look after our refreshments and snacking requirements.
All together, the experience was absolutely wonderful, the 9 hole golf course along with the friendly and helpful staff make Meydan a venue to absolutely visit.
A great place to feel pampered.
All the best to Meydan.
The staff are also extremely friendly and helpful right from the bagdrop to the oncourse staff. Special thank you to Kingsring at the bag drop who helped us with the golf bags and happily welcomed us.
The receptionist Alona was extremely courteous and friendly to us, which definitely bought a smile on my face.
Shout out to Richard at the range who assisted us with the range balls and took the extra effort to guide us around the range, which was very kind of him.
In addition to the fun we had on the golf course, the very proactive refreshments manager Suraj on the course was always there to look after our refreshments and snacking requirements.
All together, the experience was absolutely wonderful, the 9 hole golf course along with the friendly and helpful staff make Meydan a venue to absolutely visit.
A great place to feel pampered.
All the best to Meydan.
Written February 28, 2021
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Dear Happy Guest. Thank you for giving us a perfect rating and for recommending our facility to other travelers. I'm sure our entire operations team enjoyed catering to your needs as much as you enjoyed your stay. Take care!
Written June 27, 2021
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
David E
London2 contributions
Nov 2022
Booked for a single player round 9 holes at 3pm on Friday 4/11/2022. Paid 293AED (about £70). I've been there before but usually with a playing partner and never in the afternoon.
I was placed into 4 ball with a shared buggy which I expected. What I didnt expect was that none of the other players in the group had actually paid for their round - instead they were there on various credit card promotions. One person was late so we had to have him brought to join the group.
Throughout the round we were harried to hurry up with complaints of slow play. Without doubt we were slow because my playing partners were treating the whole thing as a freebie practise round sometimes replaying their shots 2 or 3 times. Although I tried to keep to the rules of golf concerning times for looking for lost balls and time taken to address and take a shot this clearly wasn't acceptable to the course marshals.
It was clear what was happening was that they were trying to get as many players as possible through the course in the remaining daylight hours whilst honouring all their commitments to freebie rounds. They had no care or consideration for paying customers and it was clear that the 'marshals' had no understanding of golf, its etiquette or its rules.... their sole job was to harass people round as quickly as possible.
To Meydan Golf - Please treat your paying customers with more respect or like myself they will not return!
I was placed into 4 ball with a shared buggy which I expected. What I didnt expect was that none of the other players in the group had actually paid for their round - instead they were there on various credit card promotions. One person was late so we had to have him brought to join the group.
Throughout the round we were harried to hurry up with complaints of slow play. Without doubt we were slow because my playing partners were treating the whole thing as a freebie practise round sometimes replaying their shots 2 or 3 times. Although I tried to keep to the rules of golf concerning times for looking for lost balls and time taken to address and take a shot this clearly wasn't acceptable to the course marshals.
It was clear what was happening was that they were trying to get as many players as possible through the course in the remaining daylight hours whilst honouring all their commitments to freebie rounds. They had no care or consideration for paying customers and it was clear that the 'marshals' had no understanding of golf, its etiquette or its rules.... their sole job was to harass people round as quickly as possible.
To Meydan Golf - Please treat your paying customers with more respect or like myself they will not return!
Written November 9, 2022
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Jen R
1 contribution
Jan 2021
Regularly been playing at Meydan for the past year. The course and staff are extremely welcoming and friendly.
On the course, my refreshments and snacks have always been well attended by Suraj Bandokar who always wears a warm smile on his face and is very enthusiastic with his duty. He truly represents the culture of Meydan Golf Club.
All the best to him and the team at Meydan.
On the course, my refreshments and snacks have always been well attended by Suraj Bandokar who always wears a warm smile on his face and is very enthusiastic with his duty. He truly represents the culture of Meydan Golf Club.
All the best to him and the team at Meydan.
Written February 15, 2021
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Hans
2 contributions
Jan 2022
Went directly to the Driving Range at Meydan Golf and booked for myself and a colleague. We were able to play within 30 minutes and they provided the trolleys. With the Troon Executive Card we paid each AED 200 for 9 holes walking. Nice package.
Written January 21, 2022
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Azam7777
Dubai, United Arab Emirates2 contributions
Sep 2022
I have been playing golf very occasionally with friends, however could never get any consistency. I decided on 1 lesson with Mr Ian Brennan and he was amazing! He cleaned up my stance, the way to hold the club, how to strike the ball upon many other things by which at the end of the session, I was hitting every single ball perfectly. I cannot rate this establishment highly enough especially Mr Ian Brennan. If you want to improve, I seriously recommend you take lesson with him and you will guaranteed notice the improvement in your game even after 1 session!
Written September 19, 2022
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Chris K
1 contribution
Mar 2022
Arrived at The Track, Meydan Golf a bit early and immediately greeted and assisted by smiling, friendly Staff all the way from bag drop, check in, driving range, snack shop, tee off and occasional checks on the way round 9 holes by staff to make sure all was OK.
Fairways and Greens in excellent condition with the occasional Gazelles popping out of the bushes which also contributed to this being one of the most enjoyable and more importantly, relaxed and comfortable times on a Golf Course in Dubai, unlike many other pompous Golf Clubs in Dubai.
Added bonus with a Tour of "Dollarsandart" by artist Jim Wheat at the Qube Clubhouse with many fascinating stories behind his inspiration for "Dollarsandart" and signed dollar bills by many Celebrities incorporated into his Artwork.
Excellent experience rounded off by great food in the Qube Clubhouse.
Fairways and Greens in excellent condition with the occasional Gazelles popping out of the bushes which also contributed to this being one of the most enjoyable and more importantly, relaxed and comfortable times on a Golf Course in Dubai, unlike many other pompous Golf Clubs in Dubai.
Added bonus with a Tour of "Dollarsandart" by artist Jim Wheat at the Qube Clubhouse with many fascinating stories behind his inspiration for "Dollarsandart" and signed dollar bills by many Celebrities incorporated into his Artwork.
Excellent experience rounded off by great food in the Qube Clubhouse.
Written March 10, 2022
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Can the spectator walk the course? As far as I know walking should be absolutely fine, as long as a player is keeping up with the pace of play. Walking is the way golf is supposed to be played ?
Written September 7, 2020
Specator fees should be cancelled, any golf player is allowed to play without cart, but should have the option to book a cart and pay for such instead.
Written September 9, 2020
Do you agree that if you are a 3 ball and you happen to be on the cart by yourself then no charge, if you are a 4 or a 2 ball and need an additional cart then there is a fee?
Written September 7, 2020
Usually, as long no additional cart would have to be booked, why there should be a charge. It doesn't make any sense.
Written September 7, 2020
I have had issues with Track Meydan Golf Course and sent several messages / emails to ian dot brennan meydangolf dooot cooom- however, I never got any response in getting this resolved. Is there are any other way of communicating with the Interim General Manager of the Golf Course instead?
Written September 6, 2020
I could not agree more, I only wanted to go to the driving range and watched a friend playing, as soon as I approached their small tiny coffee-desk, I was told that I must pay AED 75 to be here and I am not allowed to take any pictures or share it online.
Written September 6, 2020
Hi Andrew. My wife and I will be in Dubai next July 15-18 and would love to have a game on our way back to Australia from Europe. What would it cost to rent clubs and play? Thank you, Jim
Written November 1, 2015
I would not recommend to ever play at this golf course ever, rude and unprofessional, careless staff that are proud of having built a golf course in the middle-of-nowhere, and want to charge money for every single move you do. Building falling apart, poor quality of faculties.
Written September 5, 2020
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