Morocco · El Jadida · Course guide
Royal Golf El Jadida: A Woodland Course with an Atlantic Links Finish
Along the Atlantic coast south of Casablanca, Royal Golf El Jadida winds through woodland before opening towards the ocean on its closing stretch. Designed by Cabell B. Robinson and later renovated by James H. Duncan, the 18-hole Par 72 course is set among eucalyptus, araucaria and acacia trees, with a resort-golf feel shaped by the natural coastal site.
From eucalyptus woodland to the Atlantic shoreline
Royal Golf El Jadida occupies a coastal site where the fairways move through mature trees and landscaped water features before the course reaches the more open Atlantic edge.
Madaëf Golfs credits the original design to Cabell B. Robinson and records a later renovation by James H. Duncan. Its current course page lists 18 holes, Par 72, a 1993 opening date and a length of 6,117 metres. The Royal Moroccan Golf Federation describes the course as running through eucalyptus, acacia and araucaria woodland, with the natural character of the site preserved as much as possible. There is a small but material yardage difference in official destination information: Visit Morocco lists 6,226 metres, while Madaëf Golfs lists 6,117 metres. The course par and hole count are consistent; players should use the current scorecard and tee configuration when checking exact length. The operator describes the last three holes as running beside the Atlantic, where strong wind can turn the finish into a more demanding links-style test.
A deceptive outward nine and a wind-exposed finish
The operator describes the outward holes as tempting but deceptive, while the return is more forgiving until the closing stretch. From the 16th onwards, the holes nearest the ocean can become especially challenging in strong wind.
Do not judge the outward nine by appearance
The operator warns that early holes can look inviting but hide strategic decisions. Plan the landing area and approach angle rather than choosing a line solely for distance.
Prepare for the Atlantic on the closing holes
The last three holes border the ocean and are described as links-like. Wind direction and strength can affect both carry distance and the behaviour of the ball on exposed fairways and greens.
A woodland course that finishes beside the Atlantic
Royal Golf El Jadida has two contrasting moods: tree-lined fairways through the main body of the course, then a more open coastal finish. That transition is the defining feature of the round and a reason to keep focus through the last three holes.
Planning a round at Royal Golf El Jadida
Madaëf Golfs publishes the course profile, opening hours and contact details. Confirm visitor tee-time availability, current rates and the scorecard from your selected tees. Use the current operator distance rather than mixing the two figures published by official sources.
- Contact Madaëf Golfs to check available tee times and the visitor booking process.
- Confirm the current scorecard and tee-specific length: the operator and Visit Morocco publish different totals.
- Ask about caddie arrangements, buggy and club hire, practice access and current course conditions.
Before you play
How many holes does Royal Golf El Jadida have?
The course has 18 holes.
What is the par?
The federation and operator list Par 72.
Who designed the course?
The original design is credited to Cabell B. Robinson; the operator records a later renovation by James H. Duncan.
How long is the course?
Madaëf Golfs lists 6,117 metres, while Visit Morocco lists 6,226 metres. Check the current tee-specific scorecard.
What is distinctive about the final holes?
The last three holes run beside the Atlantic and can be challenging in strong coastal wind.
Madaëf Golfs — Royal Golf El Jadida · Royal Moroccan Golf Federation — Royal Golf El Jadida · Visit Morocco — Royal Golf El Jadida
Course facts checked: 31 October 2026.
