Club house
At 60,000 sq ft and with no expense spared, this Mediterranean masterpiece is the perfect complement to the high standards already set by one of the most acclaimed courses in the region.
The clubhouse exudes elegance, warmth and hospitality from the moment you arrive at Bag Drop. Featuring world-class amenities, including two restaurants, a members lounge, corporate & conferencing facilities, stunning male and female locker rooms complete with personal attendants Jacuzzis, steam rooms and saunas, the Els Clubhouse is the perfect venue to unwind after golf, dine with the family, corporate away days or simply for drinks as the desert sun sinks behind the dunes.
The Pro-shop has recently received global recognition for excellence with its pro-shop being named by the prestigious Association of Golf Merchandisers (AGM) as one of the top 100 outlets in the world for 2014 and is the only venue outside of North America to receive this prestigious award.
The Platinum Award recognizes excellence in goods and services within the pro-shop and reflects the multitude of services available at The Els Club.
Short Game Practice Area
The Els Club short game area is the ideal spot for sharpening the scoring tools of your game. With 2 greens, different hitting angles and 3 bunkers to practice to and from, the short game area offers the perfect solution for practicing the various and often intricate shots required to ‘go low’.
Use of the practice area is complimentary with your green fee 45 minutes prior to your tee-time, however, should you wish to come and practice at any other time, there is a daily charge of 100AED for unlimited balls, payable at reception.
A Range Pass is available also. This will allow you unlimited use of The Els Club practice facilities at any time you wish.
Conference & Events Area
The Els Club offers expansive event and function spaces with abundant natural light and magnificant views.
Practice Area
The Els Club boasts some of the best practice facilities in the region, complete with fully lit driving range, open until 9.30pm, a magnificent short game area, with 2 different pitching greens, 3 bunkers and numerous angles from which to sharpen your game and 2 putting greens. We use only the finest Taylor Made practice balls, ensuring that your session delivers the most accurate and best results.
The extensive practice facilities at The Els Club are backed up by the professionals from the Butch Harmon School of Golf, who are on-site and will happily guide you on the process of organizing private lesson, take supervised practice and custom fit your clubs.
Driving Range
The Els Club driving range is 450 yards long, with 6 different greens to aim at, each marked by a separate distance flag. The range is fully attended by our course assistants, ensuring you never run out of balls or tees.
The range is available from 06.30am until 9.30pm. At night, the range is lit from underneath, allowing you to accurately follow the flight of your ball from impact to landing, ensuring you obtain the maximum usage from your practice session.
Restaurants & Bars
261 Restaurant
Bar & Restaurant 261 (named after Ernie’s PGA Tour record-breaking 72-hole aggregate in the 2003 Mercedes Championship) is the perfect place to unwind after a round of golf or to watch the sunset over this spectacular Ernie Els-designed signature golf course. With plenty of indoor seating and a shaded outdoor area, this really is the perfect place to watch the world go by.
It has become a favourite hangout spot for the residents of the nearby Victory Heights Villa community and features a wide selection of beers from the tap and an exclusive selection of Ernie Els Wines. The cuisine at 261 varies from the popular pre-round Egg & Bacon Roll, to a wide selection of sandwiches, pastas and burgers for lunch. The menu also features popular British dishes like the Steak & Guinness Pie and Fish & Chips.
261 also offers various theme nights and promotions throughout the year as well as providing numerous televisions to watch sporting and momentous occasions.
“Having a bite to eat with friends – and maybe a drink as well – is integral to a great day’s golf. The Big Easy and 261 are just the kind of places that I like to go. The food is fantastic and you can try some of our wines. I think you’ll love them, too.”
Big Easy Bar & Grill
The dining experiences at the Els Club Dubai reflect Ernie’s own eclectic tastes and his appreciation of the life enhancing benefits of wonderful food, great company and amazing beverages in a sociable, easy-going environment.
The Big Easy encapsulates all of those qualities. It is the second such restaurant to open, the first is in the heart of South African wine country in the historic town of Stellenbosch, and places the utmost importance on serving classic steakhouse food and top wines from the Ernie Els portfolio, all in a relaxed setting overlooking the golf course.
The Big Easy is an unpretentious bar & grill hailing from the stunning Western Cape region of South Africa – inspired by the lifestyle and spirit of Ernie Els.
If one could describe Big Easy, it would be the Afrikaans word of “Gesellig” – sociable with friends, amicable, convivial and cordial. Fun & relaxed, it is, at the same time, the place to dine with friends and family, a place to take your loved ones as well as a place to host a corporate dinner.It is a culinary experience inspired by the crossroads of South Africa’s fresh off the grill comfort food, combined with spices, herbs and ingredients from the melting pot of the world.
The Big Easy Bar & Grill is open for dinner Monday – Saturday from 6.00pm – 10.00pm, as well as hosting a Friday Brunch and special occasions. There are private VIP tables able to be reserved also.The dress code is smart casual and children are more than welcome.
