261 Bar & Restaurant
From breakfast and the signature Club Sandwich to post-round bites and sunset drinks on the terrace, overlooking the championship course.
From 6am on weekdays · Walk-in only
Holes
18
Par
72
Length
7,538 yds
Designer
Ernie Els
Pick your tees
Which tees should you play?
The Els Club’s own guidance by average score. Your caddie adjusts strategy to match.
A desert links
Els drew on his favourite courses: bunkers from Royal Melbourne, greens resembling Pinehurst No. 2 and wide, rolling links fairways, set against native grasses and sandy waste areas.
Named Best Golf Course in the UAE and Dubai at the 2025 World Golf Awards.
Before your round at The Els Club
Arrive an hour early
The club recommends arriving one hour before your tee time. Your caddie meets you on the first tee.
Dress code
Collared shirts tucked in, tailored trousers or shorts, soft spikes or flat-soled trainers.
Cancellation
The Els Club applies a strict 48-hour tee time policy.
Before and after your round
Food and drink at The Els Club
Big Easy Bar & Grill
Steaks, South African flavours and Ernie Els Wines, with views over the golf course.
Food served 5pm to 11pm · Closed Mondays
Getting there
The Els Club, Dubai Sports City, PO Box 111123, Dubai. Around 25 minutes from Dubai Marina and 35 from Downtown.
Pro Shop +971 4 425 1000
Frequently asked
The club recommends Red for averages of 101+, Silver for 86–100, Blue for 75–85 and Black for 74 and below.
The club’s own tee times follow a strict 48-hour cancellation policy.
Yes. Every caddie profile lists the languages they speak.