Morocco · Meknès · Course guide
Royal Golf de Meknès: A Nine-Hole Garden Inside the Imperial Palace
In the heart of Meknès, Royal Golf de Meknès offers one of Morocco’s most unusual golf settings: a compact nine-hole course within the grounds of the Royal Palace. The Royal Moroccan Golf Federation describes it as the only enclosed golf course in Africa, with olive trees, palms and fruit trees set against the city’s historic walls and minarets.
Golf within the walls of the imperial city
Royal Golf de Meknès is integrated into the Royal Palace precinct, within the old city. The result is a garden-like course where the backdrop is not a conventional resort skyline, but the architecture and green spaces of the imperial city.
The federation lists nine holes and Par 36. Its profile describes a golf garden planted with olive trees, palm trees and numerous fruit trees, with minarets visible in the background. The Meknès tourism council adds that the course lies inside Dar El-Kebira and is enclosed by large walls, making it a distinctive historic site as well as a sporting venue. The same local tourism source describes evening and night play under lights, although golfers should confirm the current night-golf schedule directly before planning a late round. Published technical information is limited: the federation does not provide a total course length or name an architect, so neither is stated here.
A compact round in a carefully enclosed garden
The nine-hole format gives Royal Golf de Meknès a very different rhythm from Morocco’s large resort courses. It is a shorter round that can suit golfers looking for a focused game in an atmospheric setting, while the surrounding walls and trees create a sense of enclosure.
Make the nine holes count
A short course still rewards sound course management. Focus on a reliable tee shot, good distance control and a confident putting routine rather than treating the round as a casual walk.
Ask about evening play
The Meknès tourism council describes golf under lights after dark as a particular feature of the venue. Confirm which evening sessions are operating, whether a reservation is needed and what visitor access conditions apply.
A golf garden set within the Royal Palace precinct
Few courses offer such a direct connection between golf and the history of an imperial city. At Meknès, the garden, walls, mature trees and minarets are part of the experience—not merely scenery beyond the boundary.
Planning a round at Royal Golf de Meknès
The federation publishes the course’s contact details, while the local tourism council provides further information about the historic setting and night play. Because the published listings show slightly different phone numbers, use the federation email or confirm the latest contact details before travelling.
- Confirm visitor access and the current tee-time booking procedure with the club.
- Ask whether evening or night golf is currently available and what the session times are.
- Request the current scorecard, equipment options and visitor fee before setting out.
Before you play
How many holes does Royal Golf de Meknès have?
The Royal Moroccan Golf Federation lists nine holes.
What is the course par?
The federation lists Par 36.
Where is the course located?
It is located within the Royal Palace precinct in the historic city of Meknès.
Can golfers play at night?
The local tourism council describes evening and night golf under lights. Confirm the current schedule and availability directly with the club.
Is the course length or architect published?
The federation profile reviewed for this guide does not publish a total length or designer, so neither is included as a confirmed fact.
Royal Moroccan Golf Federation — Royal Golf de Meknès · Meknes Prefectural Tourism Council — Royal Golf · Visit Morocco — golf directory
Course facts checked: 31 October 2026.
