Mission Hills, the World’s Largest Golf Resort – Part 2
Travel around 22 courses, swing your way through 396 holes, and experience over 12 world-class designers at Mission Hills China. Discover the unforgettable courses that make up the world’s largest golf resort.
Part 2 of our Mission Hills China feature reveals the beautiful courses that complete this Guinness World Record facility. The resort is located between three neighboring cities, Haikou, Shenzhen, and Dongguan. Each course displaying the works of internationally renowned designers and treasuring the most memorable moments in golf history. With Brian Curley having designed all 10 courses at Mission Hills Haikou, other design legends include Jack Nicklaus, Greg Norman, Sir Nick Faldo and many more. Join golfscape on the journey through China’s greatest golf facility.
Discover the courses at Mission Hills, Dongguan
Leadbetter Course
Designed by one of the world’s leading golf instructors, David Leadbetter established the Leadbetter Course with one thing in mind: a challenge. Committed to his profession, the layout allows golfers to develop their skills without being intimidated. With that said, prepare to use every club in your bag at one point in your round!
Norman Course
Narrow fairways, native grasses, and lush valleys fill the world-renown Norman Course. In line with Greg Norman’s design reputation, the par-72 course is one of the most demanding golf courses in Asia.
Olazabal Course
Home to various contoured greens and concave fairways, the Olazabal Course at Mission Hills Dongguan is not only a test of the game but a feast for the eyes. Adding to that, the course is a common host for the World Cup of Golf, also known as the ‘Olympics of Golf’.
Rose-Poulter Course
Set within an enchanting valley of jungle flora and majestic trees, the Rose-Poulter course evokes a natural feel to all players. The course is a stimulating risk/reward environment. Alternatively, there are many opportunities to take chances along the way.
Annika Course
The Annika Course radiates a botanical atmosphere, where golfers can enjoy the aesthetically appealing landscape. Different from the rest, the Annika Course is unique, as the dramatic elevations change throughout the course. Furthermore, golfers can enjoy views of the mountains, rising more than 300 meters above the course!
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World Cup Course
Stand where legends have once stood and test your swing at the critically acclaimed, multiple award-winning World Cup Course. Tiger Woods and Greg Norman have walked this monumental course, which itself is the brainchild of 18-time major champion Jack Nicklaus. Set on a stunning rolling landscape, there’s no questioning why this course is one of Asia’s best golfing experiences.
Vijay Course
Creating with the intent to innovate, Vijay Singh draws inspiration from Pebble Beach and other world-famous designs to create the satisfying Vijay Course layout. What is more, golfers of all levels can appreciate the tranquil beach bunker on the third hole and the green complex settled onto a graceful rock wall.
Ozaki Course
The Ozaki Course is a 7,024 yard, par-72 well thought-out design, with undulating fields of green. Besides this, the naturally rolling landscape offers elevated tees and strategic bunkering for those looking for a challenge. Additionally, golfers can find various hills of native plants and trees alongside the charming lakes, calmly dispersed around the greens.
Faldo Course
The Faldo Course is China’s first stadium course, with great view sites of the golfing legends for spectators to enjoy. One of the finest golf courses in Asia, Sir Nick Faldo’s vision of a fair yet demanding challenge is undeniably delivered. Not only is the course internationally recognized, but it also features the only island green in the region.
Els Course
Measuring over 7,000 yards, the Els Course is unique in that no two holes are the same. With this in mind, the theme evokes a parkland style aesthetic, offering golfers a sensational, scenic background. Furthermore, the signature fourth hole lies at the highest point of the course. For this reason, golfers are blessed with a breathtaking panoramic view of Mission Hills!
Zhang Lian Wei Course
Not only is Zhang Lian Wei the first Chinese golfer to compete in the Masters, but he is also the first to design a par-3 course in China! This course offers unique placements of various design elements from venues around the world. That being the case, the innovative layout is perfect for golfing beginners.
Pete Dye Course
As one of the two highest rated Shenzhen layouts, alongside the Faldo Course, the Pete Dye Course ranks amongst the best golf courses in China. True to Dye’s design reputation, the course features modest bunkers with heavily undulating greens. Consequently, the layout encourages golfers to take a swing with a hint of creativity.