Royal Greens Golf & Country Club
Saudi Arabia's championship showpiece on the Red Sea — the Troon-run home of the Saudi International, where visitors can tee it up on a European Golf Design layout beside the water.
Royal Greens Golf & Country Club in photos
Can I play Royal Greens Golf & Country Club?
Yes — Royal Greens is a resort-style, Troon-managed course that welcomes visitors every day, not a closed members' club. It is best known as the long-time host of the Saudi International, yet ordinary travellers can book a tee time. Advance reservation is essential and standard golf attire applies.
How to book: Reserve online through the club's booking system or by phone (+966 12 422 7800), ideally a few days ahead; the concierge at King Abdullah Economic City hotels can also arrange rounds. Green fees are keenly priced and typically include a shared cart. Winter weekends around tournament season are busiest.
About Royal Greens Golf & Country Club
Opened in 2017 in King Abdullah Economic City on the Red Sea coast, Royal Greens Golf & Country Club was designed by European Golf Design and quickly became Saudi Arabia's flagship venue. The par-72 layout stretches to just over 7,000 yards, with several holes running alongside the Red Sea and the resort's lagoons for water views throughout the round. Managed by Troon, it hosted the Asian and European Tour co-sanctioned Saudi International from 2019 to 2023, the Aramco Saudi Ladies International, and LIV Golf Jeddah. Despite its championship pedigree it operates as a resort course that welcomes visitors every day, and was named the Middle East's Best Golf Course at the 2021 World Golf Awards.
Signature hole
A cluster of holes runs alongside the Red Sea and the resort's lagoons, giving the closing stretch its panoramic saltwater backdrop and the dramatic setting seen every year at the Saudi International.
What makes it special
Home of the Saudi International
Hosted the star-studded, Asian/European Tour Saudi International from 2019 to 2023, plus LIV Golf Jeddah.
Red Sea coastline
Multiple holes play alongside the Red Sea and lagoons for water views across the round.
Troon-managed, visitor-friendly
A championship course run to international standards that still welcomes public tee times daily.
Tournament pedigree
- Saudi International (2019–2023)
- Aramco Saudi Ladies International — Ladies European Tour (2020–2023)
- LIV Golf Jeddah (2022–2024)
Need to know
Best time to play
November to March, during the cooler Red Sea winter and the traditional Saudi International window; summer is intensely hot.
Dress code
Collared golf shirt, tailored trousers or knee-length shorts and soft-spike shoes; no denim.
Good to know
Operated by Troon to championship standards, with carts, rental clubs and a full practice facility available. Allow around 4.5 hours; book ahead as visitor access, while welcomed, is best secured in advance.
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
King Abdulaziz International, Jeddah (JED) ~1h15 (about 100 km south); KAEC is served by the Haramain High-Speed Railway.
On arrival
Royal Greens lies within King Abdullah Economic City (KAEC), roughly 100 km north of Jeddah on the Red Sea coast. Drive up the coastal highway from Jeddah in about 75 minutes, or take the Haramain High-Speed train to KAEC station and transfer.
Stay near the course
Stay within KAEC at properties such as the Bay La Sun Hotel & Marina or other resort hotels a few minutes from the clubhouse. Jeddah's larger hotel scene is an option if you combine golf with a city visit, though it means a longer daily drive.
★★★★★ 5-starTap for live prices Bay La Sun Hotel & Marina
King Abdullah Economic City
★★★★ 4-starTap for live prices Views Hotel & Residences
King Abdullah Economic City
★★★★ 4-starTap for live prices La Fontaine Rose Beach Resort
Jeddah
A taste of the luxury stays near Royal Greens Golf & Country Club — tap any hotel to see live availability and prices for your dates, or search them all.
Plan your golf trip
Hotels near the course
Live-priced stays a short drive from the 1st tee.
Search hotelsFlights
Get to King Abdullah Economic City — search fares to the nearest airport.
Find flightsTournament tickets
Rather watch the pros? Book golf tournament tickets.
See golf ticketsThings to do
Tours and experiences around King Abdullah Economic City.
Explore King Abdullah Economic CityFrequently asked questions
Can visitors play Royal Greens?
Yes. It is a Troon-managed resort course open to visitors every day; you simply book a tee time in advance rather than needing membership.
How much does a round cost?
Green fees start from about SAR 350 (roughly USD 95) for 18 holes and rise in the winter peak and at weekends, with a shared cart typically included.
When is the best time to play?
November to March, during the cooler Red Sea winter that also hosts the tournament season; the summer months are extremely hot.
Where do I stay to play?
Stay within King Abdullah Economic City, a few minutes from the clubhouse; Jeddah is about 100 km south if you combine golf with a city trip.
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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.
- Royal Greens Golf & Country Club — Wikipedia
- Royal Greens Golf & Country Club — Official site
- Royal Greens Golf and Country Club — GolfPass
Guide updated 2026-07-27.