Emaar Hospitality Group has announced the opening of Emaar South Golf Club in the Emaar South community in Dubai South. The company said the club opened on 5 October 2026.
The operator described the new venue as the fourth golf club in its portfolio and said it is intended to expand Dubai’s golfing and leisure offerings ahead of the outdoor season.
Course and facilities
Emaar Hospitality Group said the course was created by European Golf Design and features a championship layout measuring 7,278 yards from the black tees. The club also includes a driving range, chipping greens and putting greens, designed for players of different experience levels.
According to the company, the contemporary clubhouse includes a reception area, fully equipped locker rooms, a golf shop operated by E-Golf, and a restaurant managed by Maison Mathis. Emaar also said the venue has guest parking.
Sustainability measures
The announcement also highlighted environmental steps. Emaar said Emaar South Golf Club implements a no single-use plastic bottle policy and provides drinking water stations throughout the club to encourage guests to refill reusable bottles.
Community and event plans
Beyond golf, the company said the club is designed as a family-friendly destination and is set to host tournaments and member competitions, sporting events, and corporate or society golf days. Emaar added that future phases will include membership offerings and golf academy programmes.
Location
Emaar Hospitality Group stated the club is located about 10 minutes from Al Maktoum International Airport, positioning it to serve both local and international visitors.
Company comment
In the release, Hakan Keskin, Leader of Hospitality at Emaar Hospitality Group, said the opening marks a milestone for the group and reflects its commitment to creating leisure and lifestyle destinations. Emaar also said he described the club as designed to combine championship-level sport, hospitality and community atmosphere, aimed at golfers as well as residents, families and visitors seeking a premium leisure experience.
About the operator
Emaar Hospitality Group said it is headquartered in Dubai and manages hospitality and lifestyle experiences across locations including the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Egypt, Milan and Türkiye. The company said its portfolio includes Address Hotels + Resorts, Vida Hotels and Resorts, Palace Hotels + Resorts, Armani Hotels and Resorts and Al Alamein Hotel, along with branded residences and serviced apartments.
Emaar also said it operates leisure and lifestyle destinations including Dubai Hills Golf Club, Montgomerie Golf Club Dubai, Arabian Ranches Golf Club, Dubai Polo & Equestrian Club, Dubai Marina Yacht Club and Creek Marina Yacht Club.