Top 5 Golf Courses in Morocco: The Ultimate Guide
- 15 September 2026
Morocco’s five finest courses sit in four very different landscapes — royal forest, high desert, Atlantic links and cedar-clad mountain — and carry the signatures of Robert Trent Jones Sr., Niall Cameron, Graham Marsh and Vijay Singh, Gary Player and Jack Nicklaus. Most visiting golfers base themselves in Marrakech, the only city in the country with enough courses (13 on this site) to play a different one every day. This guide picks the five you should not miss, wherever you are staying, and says what each will ask of your game.
A golf trip to Morocco is rarely just about the golf: the sporting test comes with scenery and a culture that are entirely its own. The five courses below were chosen by the Golf Addict Club team for three things — the beauty of the setting, the quality of the golf, and the sense that you have played somewhere out of the ordinary.
Royal Golf Dar Es Salam (Rabat): the royal forest
In Rabat, Royal Golf Dar Es Salam is Moroccan golf at its most complete. Laid out across an estate of more than 400 hectares by Robert Trent Jones Sr. for King Hassan II, a devoted golfer, it is generally treated as the national benchmark. It is less a golf course than a nature reserve: the fairways wind through a mature forest of eucalyptus, cork oak and pine, and for four hours you feel entirely cut off from the city.
The club has several courses, of which the famous Red course — a demanding 18-hole championship layout — is the one people travel for. Its reputation is deserved: it is regularly ranked among the three best courses in Africa, on the strength of its design and of maintenance that is consistently immaculate. To play it is to follow the champions of the Hassan II Trophy, who have competed here for decades. The round is as much about the history and the prestige of Moroccan golf as about the score, and the setting, all green shade and long views down the fairways, is as fine as anything in the country.
Assoufid Golf Club (Marrakech): desert golf beneath the Atlas
On the edge of Marrakech, Assoufid Golf Club has redefined what desert golf can look like. Designer Niall Cameron had the good sense to follow the naturally rolling ground rather than flatten it, and the result is an 18-hole course that seems always to have been part of the landscape. It is both beautiful and strategic: green fairways set against ochre earth and rock, with the snow-capped peaks of the High Atlas in view from almost every hole.
The course is known for its flawless conditioning and quick greens, and it demands precision and thought rather than brute length. The signature hole, the par-3 17th, is an experience in itself: an elevated tee gives a sweeping panorama over the whole back nine and the mountain range behind it, a moment of pure pleasure that sums up the place. The club was also designed with minimal water use, keeping the native flora and sitting lightly in its environment.
Assoufid is one of the 13 best golf courses in Marrakech — the city is the obvious base for a week’s golf, and this is the round to build it around.
Al Houara Golf Club (Tangier): the coastal newcomer
The newest name among the greats, Al Houara Golf Club earned its place in the top tier almost immediately. Opened in 2021 and officially inaugurated in 2022 within the Hilton Al Houara Resort & Spa, this course is the work of the unlikely but inspired pairing of Graham Marsh and Vijay Singh, and it enjoys a dream site on the edge of the Atlantic, a few minutes from Tangier airport.
The 18 holes are a modern interpretation of links golf, with the Atlantic wind as a full member of your fourball. The routing plays through natural dunes and salt marshes, with uninterrupted views of the ocean, and the golf is technical and sensory in equal measure. Its quality and ambition now place it among the best courses in Africa (6th in the Top 100 Golf Courses Africa ranking, checked 22 Oct 2026), a remarkably fast rise for a course this young. Al Houara is what the future of top-end golf in Morocco looks like: contemporary, woven into its coastline, and a serious test.
Michlifen Golf & Country Club (Ifrane): the mountain escape
For something completely different, Michlifen Golf & Country Club waits for you at 1,650 m, near the town of Ifrane in the Middle Atlas. The air is cooler here and the scenery owes more to the Alps than to Africa. This mountain course, opened in 2018, benefits from a climate that keeps it lush and green throughout the year.
The holes run through hills and forests of cedar and oak, with changes in elevation that add a tactical layer to club selection. The greens, helped by the ambient humidity, are of remarkable quality. A round at Michlifen is a restorative change of scene: the quiet, the clean air and the alpine views make it a destination in its own right, and the natural choice if you want to pair golf with a few days in the mountains. It ranks among the ten best courses on the continent — proof that Moroccan golf is not confined to the plains and the coast.
Mazagan Golf (El Jadida): Atlantic links by a legend
On the Atlantic coast at El Jadida, Mazagan Golf bears the signature of a living legend, Gary Player. He built an authentic links here that follows the coastal dunes and plays with the elements. The closing holes in particular run along the ocean, with the salt breeze and the sound of the waves on every shot.
At championship length and with a championship’s demands, this 18-hole course asks for command of every shot in the bag, especially once the wind gets up. The experience is immersive — top-level golf alongside a direct connection with the forces of nature. Set within the luxurious Mazagan Beach & Golf Resort, it is the ideal base for a complete golf holiday, combining a serious test with beach time and top-drawer service. Ranked among the ten best courses in Morocco, Mazagan is the essential stop for purists who want a genuine seaside examination.
How to choose, and how to prepare
The variety of these five courses is the point of Moroccan golf. To choose well, ask what you are really after: prestige and history (Dar Es Salam), the desert and the mountains on the horizon (Assoufid), a fight with the elements (Mazagan, Al Houara), or alpine cool (Michlifen)?
Logistics matter just as much. The high season generally runs from October to April, when conditions are ideal — see when to play golf in Morocco for the month-by-month picture. Tee times at the most sought-after courses should be booked several weeks ahead; our booking guide explains how. And remember that every region has its treasures. Marrakech is the hub, with a concentration of exceptional courses such as the historic Royal Golf Marrakech (founded in 1927) and the bold Al Maaden, with its park of monumental sculptures. The Agadir region, sunny all year round, and the Atlantic coast offer first-rate alternatives.
Your tailor-made golf trip with Golf Addict Club
Guiding you through exactly these choices — and turning a round of golf into a memory — is why Golf Addict Club exists. Organising a trip like this on your own can be tedious: securing the flagship courses, coordinating transfers with your clubs, finding accommodation that meets your expectations and sits close to the greens.
Our knowledge of the courses makes the difference. We take care of all the logistics so that the trip is smooth and premium from start to finish. Picture it: tee times requested on the courses you have been reading about (each club confirms the time at booking), a luxury villa with a dedicated concierge to rest in between rounds, and the peace of mind of knowing that every detail has been anticipated.
You are not simply planning a trip; you are orchestrating the emotions that go with it. Let us help you write yours.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the number one golf course in Morocco?
Royal Golf Dar Es Salam in Rabat is regarded as the absolute benchmark. Designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr., this historic course in the heart of a 400-hectare forest is regularly ranked among the three best in Africa. Its Red course offers an exceptional technical challenge in a setting of unmatched calm and prestige.
Where can I play golf in Marrakech with a view of the Atlas?
Assoufid Golf Club is known for its spectacular panoramic views of the High Atlas. This desert course follows the natural hills, setting green fairways against ochre earth and snow-capped peaks. The signature par-3 17th has a particularly breathtaking view.
When is the best time to play golf in Morocco?
The best period runs from October to April, with an ideal climate and pleasant temperatures. It is the high season, so book your accommodation and tee times several weeks ahead. Summer can be very hot, especially inland, but the courses are quieter.
Where is the Hassan II Trophy played in Morocco?
The Hassan II Trophy is played at Royal Golf Dar Es Salam in Rabat. This PGA TOUR Champions event uses the famous Red course, an international-standard technical test on a historic site. Attending the event, or playing the course yourself, is a unique immersion in Morocco’s royal golfing heritage.
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