Royal Cape Golf Club Highlights
- South Africa’s oldest golf club
- Classic parkland championship course
- Spectacular views
- Regular host of major tournaments
Course Stats
- Designed by Dr. Charles Molteno Murray
- Opened in 1885
- 7,142 yards / 6,592 metres
- Par-72 course
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Overview
Royal Cape Golf Club is one of South Africa's most historic golfing venues and, established in 1885, it is widely recognised as the oldest golf club in Africa. Set beneath Table Mountain in Cape Town, Royal Cape Golf Club blends heritage, tournament pedigree and classic shot values in a way few courses can match. It is also the current host of the Cape Town Open and has previously staged the South African Open on ten occasions.
The Course
At its core, Royal Cape Golf Club is a par-72 championship parkland course designed by Charles Murray. Expect tree-lined fairways, strong bunkering, and a layout that becomes even more exacting when the famous Cape wind gets up. We like it because it asks proper golfing questions. Position matters. Accuracy matters. And that makes every good score feel earned!
The course is relatively flat and highly walkable, but don't mistake that for easy. Royal Cape Golf Club has hosted top professional and amateur events for a reason. It is a traditional layout with real championship character, and winners here have included names such as Gary Player, Ernie Els, Mark McNulty and Trevor Immelman.
Signature Holes
3rd Hole
The 3rd is one of the standout tests at Royal Cape Golf Club. It is one of the country's longest par 4s, with water built into the right half of the fairway near the landing zone and approach area. It is a hole that immediately tells you what Royal Cape Golf Club is about: strategy first, execution second, no shortcuts.
14th Hole
If there is one hole most often singled out at Royal Cape Golf Club, it is the 14th. This doglegging par 4 bends sharply right around a large fairway bunker, tall pines and a storage dam, and it is widely recognised as the club's signature hole. It is memorable, demanding and a genuine card-wrecker if you lose concentration.
The Clubhouse
The experience does not end at the 18th. Royal Cape Golf Club offers a clubhouse with a restaurant and bar
Course Facilities
- Driving range
- Short game practice area
- Putting greens
- Pro shop
- Clubhouse restaurant and bar
- Locker rooms and changing facilities
- Buggy (golf cart) rental
- Electric trolley rental
- Pull trolley rental
- Club hire (subject to availability)
Players' Feedback
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"I had a fantastic time booking the weekend away. 10/10 all the way through."
More than a Game!
Getting lifelong friends together
Those hole-in-one moments!
Charity events
Celebratory nights
World class golf experiences
Celebrate the wins!
Laugh with your friends
The Location
Royal Cape Golf Club is located in the suburb of Wynberg, just 15 minutes from Cape Town city centre and the popular V&A Waterfront. Positioned beneath the iconic slopes of Table Mountain, the setting provides spectacular mountain views throughout the round. Despite its peaceful surroundings, Royal Cape Golf Club is easily accessible from most major hotels and golf resorts in the city. Its central location also makes it a convenient addition to any Cape Town golf itinerary, with nearby attractions including Constantia's famous wine estates, the Cape Peninsula coastline and the city's vibrant restaurants and nightlife.
