Golf in El Jadida: courses, access, season and stay
El Jadida has two 18-hole courses, both par 72, 36 holes in all. Royal Golf El Jadida, opened in 1993 at km 7 on the Casablanca road, was designed by Cabell B. Robinson and later renovated by James H. Duncan; it runs through a forest of eucalyptus, araucaria and acacia, and its last three holes follow the Atlantic like a links. The Mazagan Beach & Golf Resort course, designed by Gary Player and opened in 2009 on the Azemmour road, weaves in and out of the low dunes along the coast, and several holes run alongside the beach.
| Course | Holes | Par | Green fee (18 holes) | Designer | From the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Golf El Jadida | 18 | 72 | 675 MAD | Cabell B. Robinson | ≈ 10.2 km |
| Mazagan Golf | 18 | 72 | Not published | Gary Player | ≈ 15.6 km |
Green fee: 18-hole visitor rate shown by the club or its operator (published rate card or online booking price for a given date), dated on each course page; “Not published”: no up-to-date official rate found online on 9 Oct 2026. Distances: from the city centre or medina; “≈” = calculated road distance (OpenStreetMap); times are those given on official websites (clubs, hotels, FRMG).
Getting there
Casablanca Mohammed V Airport (IATA code CMN), at Nouasseur, is about 104 km by road from the Mazagan course and about 112 km from Royal Golf El Jadida.
From the Portuguese City, the historic centre, Royal Golf El Jadida is about 10 km by road and the Mazagan course about 15.5 km. A private transfer booked in advance saves you driving.
Best season
On the Atlantic coast, El Jadida stays mild all year: from an average high of 17 °C in January to 26 °C in August, according to Weather Spark (1980-2016 averages). From May to September less than 10 mm of rain falls each month, the driest period.
The wet season runs from October to early May, peaking in November (57.8 mm), so bring rainwear. On the closing holes at Royal Golf El Jadida, the game becomes demanding when the wind picks up; the club opens at 7 am, seven days a week.
Where to stay
Each of the two courses has a hotel on site, so you can stay right beside the course.
- Mazagan Beach & Golf Resort: Gary Player's 18-hole course is part of the resort, on the Azemmour road north of El Jadida.
- Hôtel Royal Golf & Spa Mazagan: At km 7 on the Casablanca road, the same address as Royal Golf El Jadida; the hotel lists the 18-hole course among its facilities.
Sample itineraries: 3, 5 or 7 days
3 days
- Day 1: Royal Golf El Jadida (18 holes)
- Day 2: Mazagan Beach & Golf Resort (18 holes)
- Day 3: Royal Golf El Jadida (18 holes), second round
5 days
- Day 1: Royal Golf El Jadida (18 holes)
- Day 2: Mazagan Beach & Golf Resort (18 holes)
- Day 3: rest / discover the town
- Day 4: Royal Golf El Jadida (18 holes)
- Day 5: Mazagan Beach & Golf Resort (18 holes)
7 days
- Day 1: Royal Golf El Jadida (18 holes)
- Day 2: Mazagan Beach & Golf Resort (18 holes)
- Day 3: rest / discover the town
- Day 4: Royal Golf El Jadida (18 holes)
- Day 5: Mazagan Beach & Golf Resort (18 holes)
- Day 6: rest / discover the town
- Day 7: Royal Golf El Jadida (18 holes), third round
Indicative examples, adjusted on request.
Golf in El Jadida: your questions
Which airport for a golf trip to El Jadida?
Casablanca Mohammed V Airport (code CMN), at Nouasseur. Allow about 104 km by road to the Mazagan course and 112 km to Royal Golf El Jadida.
How many golf courses are there in El Jadida?
Two 18-hole, par-72 courses: Royal Golf El Jadida, by Cabell B. Robinson, laid out through forest with its last three holes along the Atlantic, and the Mazagan Beach & Golf Resort course, by Gary Player, with a links feel among the dunes.
When is the best time to play golf in El Jadida?
Golf is played all year: average highs range from 17 °C in January to 26 °C in August. From May to September less than 10 mm of rain falls each month; the wet season peaks in November, with 57.8 mm (Weather Spark).
Where should I stay for a golf trip to El Jadida?
At one of the two courses: Gary Player's layout is part of the Mazagan Beach & Golf Resort, and Hôtel Royal Golf & Spa Mazagan shares its address with Royal Golf El Jadida, at km 7 on the Casablanca road.
How many days should I plan for a golf trip to El Jadida?
Three days are enough to play both courses, one of them twice. In five days you play each twice with a rest day. Over seven days, you add a third round and a second rest day.
Tell us your dates, your group and the courses you have in mind: we reply with a tailor-made proposal.
Get a free quoteSources: ONDA, Casablanca Mohammed V airport (archive), IATA, code search Casablanca, Weather Spark, typical weather in El Jadida, FRMG, Royal Golf El Jadida, Madaëf Golfs, Royal Golf El Jadida, FRMG, Mazagan Beach & Golf Resort, Accor, Hôtel Royal Golf & Spa Mazagan, Top 100 Golf Courses, Mazagan, OSRM (OpenStreetMap), calculated road distances (checked 09/10/2026).
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