Education City Golf Club
Qatar's modern championship course — a José María Olazábal design in the heart of Doha's Education City that hosted the Qatar Masters and welcomes the public daily.
Education City Golf Club in photos
Can I play Education City Golf Club?
Yes — Education City Golf Club is open to the public and welcomes visitors to its 18-hole championship course as well as its floodlit 9-hole par-three and 6-hole layouts. Developed under Qatar Foundation, it is a pay-and-play facility rather than a private members' club. Book a tee time in advance, especially for the championship course.
How to book: Reserve online at ecgolf.com or by phone; a day or two of lead time is usually enough outside peak winter weekends. Twilight and the shorter 6-hole and floodlit 9-hole options are cheaper alternatives to the full championship round. Carts are included on the championship course.
About Education City Golf Club
Opened in 2019 under the patronage of Qatar Foundation, Education City Golf Club is a José María Olazábal design set within Doha's landmark Education City. The 33-hole complex pairs a par-72, 7,306-yard championship course with a floodlit 9-hole par-three and a 6-hole layout, all backed by a state-of-the-art Centre of Excellence academy. In 2020 it took over hosting of the European Tour's Commercial Bank Qatar Masters from Doha Golf Club, with Jorge Campillo and Antoine Rozner among its winners. Fully open to the public, it is one of the Gulf's newest and most accessible championship venues.
Signature hole
José María Olazábal's design saves its drama for a water-laced back nine — the 230-yard par-3 9th and the closing holes, where ponds and waste areas guard the greens, provide the sternest tests and the venue's tournament finishes.
What makes it special
Olazábal championship design
A 7,306-yard, par-72 layout by two-time Masters champion José María Olazábal.
Qatar Masters host
Staged the DP World Tour's Commercial Bank Qatar Masters from 2020, taking the baton from Doha Golf Club.
Floodlit night golf
Floodlit 9-hole par-three and 6-hole courses let visitors play into the cool of the evening.
Tournament pedigree
- Commercial Bank Qatar Masters — DP World Tour (2020–2022)
Need to know
Best time to play
November to March, Qatar's cool season and the traditional Qatar Masters window; summer heat makes play best confined to early mornings.
Dress code
Collared golf shirt, tailored trousers or shorts and golf shoes; no denim.
Good to know
A modern facility with a Centre of Excellence academy, floodlit practice and short courses for evening play; carts and rentals are available. Allow about 4.5 hours on the championship course and book the shorter layouts if time is tight.
Upcoming golf tournaments
Prefer to watch the world’s best? Book tickets to an upcoming tournament, then add a hotel and flights.
Getting there
Nearest airports
Hamad International (DOH) ~30–40 min by road.
On arrival
The club sits inside Education City in the Al Rayyan district on the western side of Doha, close to the Education City Stadium and metro station. It is a 30–40 minute drive from Hamad International Airport, and the Doha Metro's Education City station is nearby.
Stay near the course
Most visitors base themselves in central Doha or West Bay, a 15–25 minute drive away, where the bulk of the city's hotels sit. The nearby Education City and Al Rayyan area also has options close to the club.
★★★★★ 5-starTap for live prices Al Aziziyah Boutique Hotel By The Torch
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A taste of the luxury stays near Education City Golf Club — tap any hotel to see live availability and prices for your dates, or search them all.
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Hotels near the course
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Explore DohaFrequently asked questions
Can the public play Education City Golf Club?
Yes. It is a pay-and-play facility open to visitors, covering the 18-hole championship course plus floodlit short courses; just book a tee time in advance.
How much does it cost to play?
The 18-hole championship round is about QAR 650 (roughly USD 178), with other courses and twilight slots from around QAR 195; cart included on the championship course.
When is the best time to play?
November through March, during Qatar's cool season; in summer, confine play to early mornings or use the floodlit courses at night.
Do I need a handicap?
No formal handicap requirement for casual play, though the championship course rewards experience; the short courses suit beginners and families.
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Green fees, access rules and tee-time policies change frequently and vary by season. The figures here are indicative for trip planning — always confirm on the official site before booking.
- Education City Golf Club — Official site
- Education City (Championship) — Top 100 Golf Courses
- Education City Golf Club — Visit Qatar
Guide updated 2026-07-27.