Lakelands Golf Club

Gold Coast, QLD | User Rating: Rate-4 (4.0) | Add A Review

Situated in the heart of Queensland’s Gold Coast, The Lakelands Golf Club was Jack Nicklaus’ first signature designed course in Australia.

The highly regarded publication, the Australian Golf Course Guide, and its judging panel have voted the course as the best conditioned Australian public access course in four of the last five years.

Multiple tee positions makes this course user friendly and yet challenging, whatever the standard of golf you play. Nicklaus has used bunkering extensively in his strategic design and water features on many of the course’s 18 holes.

There is plenty of room for error however, especially from the tee, and as is typical of Nicklaus’ design work, much of the intrigue and strategy comes in the approach to each green.

Neat dress code is required with no denim or metal spikes permitted.

Full locker room facilities available. Limited individual and corporate memberships available.

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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

  • Name: Lakelands Golf Club
  • Region: Gold Coast, QLD
  • Address: Gooding Drive
    Merrimac, 4226, Queensland, Australia
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  • Bookings:
  • General: (07) 5579 8700
  • Holes: 18
  • Metres: 6489m
  • Par: 72
1. Bladerunner | Rated | 17 May 2013 | Add A Review

Played 17/5/13. My first time at Lakelands and I was very impressed with the layout and condition of the course. Wide fairways from the tee but well guarded greens and plenty of bunkers. The course was quite busy but the marshall was active keeping traffic moving in a polite manner. Friendly staff (particularly the young land in the pro shop). Highly recommended and I thought excellent value at $65 with a cart.

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2. tidrahomi | Rated | 14 May 2013 | Add A Review

A great course the lived up to expectations. The staff and presentation of the course were excellent. The only improvement would be to bring the water into play more challenging the tee shot a few more times. It is called ’Lakelands’ after all. Having said that the bunkers, greens and fairways were all top notch.

3. Noosaaaa | Rated | 09 May 2013 | Add A Review

We drove from Noosa again to play Lakelands, our tee time was 1:34, we did not tee off until 2:00 where we had to follow 6 groups of school children walking. It was faster watching paint dry. We had to virtually run the last 4 holes with 3 other groups to finish the last hole nearly in the dark. It was absolutely un-enjoyable. No course marshall?? How are you supposed to enjoy your golf when you get to a tee and there are 4 groups on the same hole? Having said that it is a beautiful golf course

4. ticacouit | Rated | 04 May 2013 | Add A Review

Another round at lakelands and again I’m a happy customer, well almost. Teed off the 1st with the group in front just knocking their putts in. By the fourth hole there were 3 groups waiting to tee off. All but one group had a lady playing, one group had 2. Now I know that sounds sexist but the fact is they couldn’t hit a shot more than 150mts and it really slowed the round down. So much so that I couldn’t even finish the round. I don’t know what the solution to this problem is but If someone would like to reply please do.

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5. Pop | Rated | 03 May 2013 | Add A Review

Excellent coourse design. Maintenance top notch. Presentation outstanding. Staff courteous and helpful.
Best course on the Coast by far!

6. prispolot | Rated | 29 Apr 2013 | Add A Review

Amazing course in great condition. Avoid the mid fairway bunkers they will cost you.

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7. Jennylyn | Rated | 27 Apr 2013 | Add A Review

We enjoyed a magic day on a beautiful golf course. Professionally maintained, and the greens were magnificent. Would recommend this course to all level of players.

8. vechecris | Rated | 19 Apr 2013 | Add A Review

As always, a great day out. From the friendly greeting on arrival,the course in excellent nick despite recent heavy rain, beautiful greens -all just great. We played Hope Island the previous day and it was nearly double the cost but not half as good

9. Stevieq | Rated | 09 Apr 2013 | Add A Review

Played yesterday,after a deluge the fairways held up remarkably well. Greens in great condition. Virtually had the course to ourselves, staff friendly, fantastic day overall.

10. criwrechi | Rated | 08 Apr 2013 | Add A Review

Played the course yesterday morning and it was soaked . We just wish the course would have been lift clean and place . Maybe you should look into this in future .This spoilt the day for the eight of us. Great course and great staff . Hopefully it will be dry next time .

11. Shane02 | Rated | 07 Apr 2013 | Add A Review

Really enjoyed playing this course. Challenging without being too tough or impossible to score on. Fairways and greens were both in very good condition despite heavy recent rains. In spite of the name of the course there wasnt as much water that came into play as I was expecting. Will definitely return here again next time I am on the Gold Coast.

12. swebredre | Rated | 26 Mar 2013 | Add A Review

Great Greens

13. docsimonm | Rated | 25 Mar 2013 | Add A Review

Thoroughly enjoyed this course. A bit of water damage to be expected but greens were great but could be a bit more challenging. Great value, $59 for twilight golf including cart, kicked off at 2pm on a Thursday arvo and had no trouble getting around. Was also impressed with the bag drop and pro shop staff, was made to feel very welcome.

14. CrackerHoldsworth | Rated | 18 Mar 2013 | Add A Review

Playing golf on St Patrick’s Day!! A great day..
3hrs40mins.. Well done by the pro shop staff and course Marshall for group management.

From the driving range to the practice putting green.. a great indication of the course maintenance standards.
Tee boxes, fairways and the pure roll of the greens will definitely bring me back without considering any other course, on the Gold Coast. To still drive 1 hour from Brisbane for this golfing experience is worth the effort. Will be playing Bonville this week and will be back to Lakelands to finish the week.. fingers crossed Bonville have their team on their game.. The Golden Bear would be impressed with everything about his first Australian course. Well done

15. crachebas | Rated | 18 Mar 2013 | Add A Review

Excellent.

16. KingyPK | Rated | 11 Mar 2013 | Add A Review

The best course on the Gold Coast and one of the best in the country. despite all the rain, and it rained during the first nine, the course was in very good condition, Karts on path, the greens were fast amazing after all the rain we have had.

17. KingyPK | Rated | 27 Jan 2013 | Add A Review

The best course we have ever played

18. swichegic | Rated | 21 Jan 2013 | Add A Review

I have played Lakelands a few times now and I really enjoy the challenge every time. Prepare for some long holes and a bit of a challenge if the wind gets up. The greens were in great condition which allows you to hold the ball where you want on the approach shots. Fairways and tees are also in good condition! If you want to play a well presented course that provides challenges if you are not straight off the tee, then Lakelands is the course for you. But beware, because if you can’t hit fairways you will be in for a LONG day!

19. spetejoue | Rated | 13 Jan 2013 | Add A Review

13.1.13
Have played Lakelands 3 times now in the last 3 weeks on the great $80 offer. We have a 14 year old son so the deal for free kids and a meal out stripped all others on offer for 3 players. Staff, food and facilities were all great, unlike many other "Top" courses.
That aside the course is well worth the 1 hour drive from Brisbane every time. It has taken a few rounds to learn some course management, staying out of the bunkers is a must to score well. The greens are true and fast even shortly after they were cored. The members of this course must be very proud to be able to challenge themselves with diversity and quality every time.
Cant say enough about it young or old give it a go, its no so tight you dread every shot its just a test to find your best.

20. headland | Rated | 10 Jan 2013 | Add A Review

A true championship course in superb condition
Played the Black tees as it was their mid week comp
Very disappointed they would not allow me to enter the comp as I am from that great cricketing country called New Zealand and although I could produce via Internet my golfing history they ,still did not let me enter.

21. brebespas | Rated | 03 Jan 2013 | Add A Review

Best golf course on the Goldie in my opinion. Not too hard but makes you think your way around…enjoyed avery minute of it :)

22. RJP1 | Rated | 03 Jan 2013 | Add A Review

Played in the comp with two members who were really friendly and helpful with advice on how to play certain holes. The course was in fantastic condition and the staff were very friendly and helpful. Would play here again anytime.

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23. gotoit | Rated | 02 Jan 2013 | Add A Review

Have played a few Nicklaus designs now – he likes to use high-lipped bunkers to hide generous fairway landing areas, so unless you’re familiar with the layout you can be aiming away from the ideal spots in the fairway. The same is done with greens – targets deliberately concealed behind the bunker so the dance floor looks shallower than it actually is.

It’s an enjoyable day but can be punishing from the blacks in the wind.

24. dibratrat | Rated | 01 Jan 2013 | Add A Review

Awesome course really well maintained and well priced for $65 inc. cart however cart went flat twice but was quickly replaced by the friendly staff.

25. DaleNankivell | Rated | 01 Jan 2013 | Add A Review

Way to slow. Not a Marshall in sight. Some tees the waiting groups were four deep. Where were the staff when we finally finished at 4:30pm; knocked off for the day, I guess! Not what I had expected from a course that thinks it itself as an international facility.

26. Ita | Rated | 31 Dec 2012 | Add A Review

Good challenge off blue tees with a lot of tempting angles that punish poor shots but reward good ones. Played in the wind which made it more interesting. Facilities are 1st class. Course is in good condition, was immaculate 2 years ago, and in two weeks will be back to that, but given the current reduced green fee is outstanding value – a must play.

27. rajolihal | Rated | 30 Dec 2012 | Add A Review

Nice course well maintained and a pleasure to play, friendly staff all in all

28. rocketdog | Rated | 29 Dec 2012 | Add A Review

Certainly the best course on the Gold Coast, it is simply golf at its best. Challenging if you stray, manicured in the middle and beautiful to the eye. The greens had been cored several weeks before but the ball still roled true. Both players enjoyed the task of playing this course on its merits, with varying degree’s of success. The staff are fantastic, the course is magnificent, the day is to remember.

29. cbsqld | Rated | 27 Dec 2012 | Add A Review

The course was great, as usual, very fair off the whites, only complaint was there are way too many bunkers and they are way too big, for a hacker like myself.

30. wrakobovi | Rated | 21 Dec 2012 | Add A Review

Absolutely Fantastic course. Don’t know why I hadn’t played this course sooner. It is the best course I have played on the Gold Coast.

31. vijoswiwi | Rated | 20 Dec 2012 | Add A Review

Very friendly pro staff, nice course and beautiful club house. This course is a must for GC visitor.

32. Peter1960 | Rated | 14 Dec 2012 | Add A Review

had a beautiful round of golf at an affordable price.staff and condition of the course was outstanding and we are both looking forwards to play there again.many thanks to iseekgolf and everyone at Lakelands,was the best golf day in years

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33. Aaahza | Rated | 08 Dec 2012 | Add A Review

Excellent course. Pro shop staff very friendly and helpful. Currently undergoing summer renovation so greens have been scarified but this is reflected in the reduced price. Played monday and wednesday and Breezed round in 3 hours. Overall great course. Highly recommended.

34. chipperslice | Rated | 27 Nov 2012 | Add A Review

Played @ Lakelands for the first time today, "WOW" I have lived on the Gold Coast for 40+years & would rate this course as one of the best here. I think it is in the top 5 maybe the top 3 on the G.C. I played 2pm on a Tuesday & the whole round was almost like I had the course to myself. The condition of the course was excellent ! The layout of bunkers & over-all course design was first class. The speed & surface of the greens & were some of the best I have ever played. I did not see a drinks cart. I did not enter the club house but thought it’s exterier was ok looking but not so spectacular. (un-like Hope Is.) Pro-shop staff welcoming & friendly. Cart was quick & clean, in good condition with fresh ice in the on-board esky. Over-all a relaxing enjoyable game of golf. (my best score-card to date!)

35. chewreswe | Rated | 16 Nov 2012 | Add A Review

Great course in great condition, i suggest you tee off early before 7:30 to avoid having a slow round, i teed off at 7:00 and breezed through in 3 and half hours, when i got back to the club house i could see the congestion on the 1st building up. Great practice area as well, will play here again.

36. phenilire | Rated | 11 Nov 2012 | Add A Review

Very slow round however appreciate the rain check round we were offered

37. uowraphel | Rated | 10 Nov 2012 | Add A Review

Very nice course. It’s in great condition. Can’t remember last time I’ve seen greens this good! Front 9 was a bit congested but I flew through the back! Friendly stuff as always! Played colonial a day before and this is a little bit of a better course for me! It did cost me twice as much. I would recommend this very much! I will be back next time I’m at the Gold Coast!!!

38. GPickering | Rated | 07 Nov 2012 | Add A Review

The pro shop staff were very friendly. The course was in brilliant condition considering the lack of rain the Gold coast had endured for months on end, however the hold up at each hole was very frustrating. It was nothing for us to have to wait over 5 minutes between shots as several groups including ours were all held up by a single player, who used everything except for a tape measure before he played each shot. We ended up losing light on the last 2 holes as a result. No course martials were out all day. A beautiful course but a day ruined by lack of course management. Another toilet block besides the sixth hole one wouldn’t be bad either……

39. gotreridr | Rated | 05 Nov 2012 | Add A Review

Good times, good times….

40. sachasiri | Rated | 04 Nov 2012 | Add A Review

Course was great, however the tee off arrangement had too many parties booked all within a short time apart, a matter of minutes, our game took 4 hrs and we finished the 18 th in the dark waiting on the holdup on each hole of the parties in front, not a good way to play.

41. stejamece | Rated | 24 Oct 2012 | Add A Review

Great course

42. Googly | Rated | 18 Oct 2012 | Add A Review

Played early morning and greens were a treat. Pin positions protected the easier holes. 5 minute tee times made early field congested. (Don’t look for a ball..you haven’t got time !) but levelled out after 5 holes. Course in good nick. Value 3.5/5 compared to other courses.

43. annahaibc7 | Rated | 12 Sep 2012 | Add A Review

When making the booking I was not advised that the greens had been scarified and sanded. This should be mandatory

44. nihimoslo | Rated | 09 Sep 2012 | Add A Review

Was and absolute pleasure to play. We traveled up from Victoria to okay via an online booking. The systems in place were flaw less. Walked up. Name was on the list. Carts were ready off we played. Perfect.

45. prokisiba | Rated | 08 Sep 2012 | Add A Review

Nice course, staff are pretty rude and for an extra $30 id play at Hope Island any day.

46. painey2 | Rated | 06 Sep 2012 | Add A Review

Lakelands as perfect as always. Greens running truly

47. swejorath | Rated | 05 Sep 2012 | Add A Review

Just spectacular. For a hacker like me the course is very hard. But just magic to look at. Tip top condition. Id be happy to play here everyday.

48. specrofra | Rated | 27 Aug 2012 | Add A Review

thoroughly enjoyed playing the course it was in great nick and was completely different to my home course

49. madrajaue | Rated | 30 Jul 2012 | Add A Review

Played Lakelands on Sunday 29 July witha friend as our home course in Brisbane was quite waterlogged after the recent rain. The course is in excellent condition and the fairways and greens a pleasure to play on. I had not played the course for several years; will have to come back more often. The design is excellent and requires strategy on almost every shot. The staff are pleasant and the overall experience great.

50. limemodre | Rated | 11 Jun 2012 | Add A Review

Fabulous course. bunkers in play for the imtermediate player on fairways. We lucked out as they were having an open day with putting comps, ping cometition etc.

It was raining on the day but were given towels and covers for the buggy

51. PHaT_AL | Rated | 04 Jun 2012 | Add A Review

I played 5 courses on the coast on a recent trip including Hope Island, and Lakelands was the standout. We played an early morning round with a heavy cover of dew, but the greens were in superb condition. Very good layout. We ordered food from the clubhouse prior to tee off and had it delivered on the third hole, pretty good service which we appreciated. Back in November for another trip and although our course roster is yet to be confirmed, I can tell you Lakelands will be one for sure.

52. freretrid | Rated | 27 May 2012 | Add A Review

Played lakelands on Friday and must say the course was fantastic, greens were the best I have played on with the staff being very helpful in all aspects. Will be back that’s for sure…

53. juliemille | Rated | 10 May 2012 | Add A Review

Great day! No hold ups even though the course was busy. Finished in 4 hours. Appreciated the lunch thrown in, good quality food and service by Lakelands staff. Course in great condition. Will play again soon.

54. hauohabot | Rated | 23 Apr 2012 | Add A Review

Made to feel welcome. Booking of round and orgainisation was simple. Not many people on the course for a Saturday, so it took 4 hours. Course was in excellent condition from tee to green despite a lot of rain during the lead up days. Greens were a good speed and receptive and consistent. I really enjoyed the layout. Generous fairways allows for an enjoyable round. Bunkering was excellent, especially in the fairways. Good variation in types of holes. Water came into play on a number of holes without being too problematic.

55. lododaler | Rated | 16 Apr 2012 | Add A Review

enjoyed the course – fairways, bunkers and greens in very good condition. (greens a little slow for my personal taste). Staff very friendly and good all round experience.

56. Mark24 | Rated | 06 Apr 2012 | Add A Review

Really enjoyed our round right from arrival. Staff were welcoming and very helpful. The course was very well presented despite recent heavy rains. Only significant impact on our play was that the greens played a little slow, but understandable as they had also been cored. Overall, an excellent experience and great layout presented in very good condition.

57. stamiswar | Rated | 17 Mar 2012 | Add A Review

Great course, friendly staff, well stocked pro shop, quick pace of play. Greens and fairways perfect – will come back soon!

58. nibrapevo | Rated | 12 Mar 2012 | Add A Review

Thank you yesterday.
Thanks are for the smooth correspondence of the golf course staff.
The management of the turf was good and was a very clean course.

59. writikodr | Rated | 05 Mar 2012 | Add A Review

A beautifully presented and prepared course. It had rained all morning when we played but the fairways and greens were still great. Staff were friendly as well both before and after the round which topped off the day. Will return to play agin.

60. Fatters | Rated | 02 Mar 2012 | Add A Review

Course played well given the large amount of rain the preceding week. However, there was a feeling that maybe not enough time was allowed between tee time bookings as course traffic became quite considerable, especially on the back nine given it was a weekday. Also, some of the Japanese clientele could do with some lessons in common courtesy.

61. nabichewr | Rated | 01 Mar 2012 | Add A Review

Grounds were excellent coarse was sensational but not enough time to enjoy the coarse. Would recommend having specials like 18 holes cart hire and lunch a choice of 4 different things.staff was excellent but could not see a drink person on coarse at all. Overall I rate this experience a 6 out of 10. Happy hitting :) ben

62. gclindsay | Rated | 29 Feb 2012 | Add A Review

played at lakelands yesterday for the first time as there was a good deal through the iseek site of $65. generally i think they charge around $110 rack rate.
surprisingly for a tuesdat there were quite a few people there but the field moved along ok after i got through one slow group.
the course is in great condition despite a lot of rain over the last week or so and the service was good by all people i spoke to.
good practice facilities, quality putting and chipping greens and a practice fairway.
definitely coming back if i see another $65 but i dont know about $110.

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63. CrackerHoldsworth | Rated | 14 Feb 2012 | Add A Review

Played Lakelands on Sunday the 12th.
The greens are back to their best. The fairways and tee boxes are well maintained. Considering the warmth, the drinks and food cart was in circulation. Will be back next week!!
Sensational..

After playing Barnbougle Lost Farm during the week..Lakelands continued my great golfing experience..

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64. broslefri | Rated | 13 Feb 2012 | Add A Review

The course was in excellent condition and the attention to detail was impressive. I highly recommend this course particularly with the iseekgolf.com discount.

65. noslatoci | Rated | 29 Jan 2012 | Add A Review

Hi there I am a frequint user of i seek golf and play at lakelands often am a profeesional triathlete also who plays off single fingers in golf and was truely disspaointed in the ability of the course marshal on the day i played as yes there was a tour group on but we were left waiting ten mintutes for every shot as the groups were so slow, also to add to this we did not get to finish our round of golf as it was rediculous we left annoyed and dissopinted not to menchin it was very warm and there was no food kart to purchase water or food from after 3pm, we also were not told this on arrival and surely as a business you see that the course was busy and it was warm that you would leave the kart out there for longer as we all no how warm the summers are here on the gold coast, to add to this we tried to order ahead at the half way house to be told there was no food left only sandwhiches and they also where stale busineese are run on revenue and well we could not get a thing.. Again i will be reluctant to take my friends to lakelands again as i was made to look like an idiot to my group who were close friends.

66. pracodava | Rated | 04 Jan 2012 | Add A Review

Having previously played on this course I was disappointed with the front nine green which had recently been cored and sanded and were really in poor condition.. If it was mentioned that the greens had been recently cored I may have played somewhere else.. Back nine greens were a lot better.

67. goslenesl | Rated | 04 Jan 2012 | Add A Review

For such a prestigious course it was in terrible condition. The fairways were patchy and the greens are struggling to recover from renovations. There were a couple of greens on the back nine that were in ’ok’ condition but the rest were very poor. Some had alot of sand whilst others had hardly any which made for a very frustrating day putting. My home course of Wynnum looks more like a resort course than Lakelands at the moment and thats not exagerating. Perhaps a course condition rating on the Teetimes page of iseekgolf.com would help indicate what shape the course is in. All I can say is we were glad we only paid $45 each instaed of the usual asking price of $109….its fallen a long way

68. lynda | Rated | 02 Jan 2012 | Add A Review

the course was very enjoyable for my husband and I. no waiting time on the tees. would recommend to any level of golfer. friendly staff, food and drink prices reasonable. will be back..

69. thochasla | Rated | 30 Dec 2011 | Add A Review

Very very enjoyable day… Great scenery on course, friendly staff, no waiting on tees for groups to hit off, and overall very well priced. Even with greens under repair I can’t fault the course

70. megoprosa | Rated | 29 Dec 2011 | Add A Review

Greens had been under renovation and we were still charged 105. That was disappointing. They also had the course set up fa to short. It was so predictable, driver then 9 iron or wedge. Always going to be a nice course. Just got it on a bad day

71. drbbrown | Rated | 28 Dec 2011 | Add A Review

I have played Lakelands many times and enjoy the course off the short markers. I have played the ’blues’and this makes the course not only picturesque but challenging to my game. I had the pleasure yesterday of playing with one of my sons and a son in law. The thunderstorm and gale while we were playing the 17th was an added bonus!
The staff were very friendly and most professional.

PROS

  • Playing the 17th in a gale and parring

Cons

  • Not playing the 18th
72. GCRooster | Rated | 28 Dec 2011 | Add A Review

Very nice course, fairways have some good width if you stray a little off the tee. Good amount of traps around the course and layout is good. The 14th is a very nice hole, very scenic. Good round of golf. Well worth playing.

73. JONJON | Rated | 21 Dec 2011 | Add A Review

Played for the first time here having played a few times at Glades. The surrounding is more natural than Glades (less development!) so it’s a beautiful course. It would be alot better once the greens gets back to normal but for the discounts they are offering, it’s still an excellent deal.

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74. pifrowisw | Rated | 17 Dec 2011 | Add A Review

Excellent service, very good golf course.
Strong & long from the blue tees but would be friendly from the white.
Unfortunately we were not advise that greens had been recently scoured which was disappointing.

75. cetaleche | Rated | 12 Dec 2011 | Add A Review

Loved playing here yesterday. What an awesome golf course. Pleased to find that our Golf Cart’s onboard side esky came preloaded with ice (they think of everything).
Thought it was going to be a bad day at the start because when we teed off there were 4 other buggies waiting behind us but the pace moved along well throughout the day & hardly had to wait at all (18 holes finished in just under 4 hours – we did stop to have a chat to the nice looking drinks cart girl).
Some very beautiful holes, especially liked the temporary green at 14.
We’ll definitely be back.

PROS

  • Even though it had just been cored, the course is in great nick

Cons

  • it had just been cored (special discounted rate though)

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76. nibiprasw | Rated | 22 Nov 2011 | Add A Review

Fantastic course in great condition.
If you want to challenge yourself as a golfer and enjoy a game of golf then you should definetley play Lakelands. greens were excellent!

77. bauospetr | Rated | 17 Nov 2011 | Add A Review

One of the best overall golf experience’s I have had! Can’t fault.

78. bromouoth | Rated | 07 Nov 2011 | Add A Review

Played lake lands for the first time yesterday.
Great course, fairways and greens are in very goods condition.

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79. spakopatr | Rated | 04 Nov 2011 | Add A Review

I am up on the Gold Coast and was looking forward to having a game of golf up at Lakelands so I searched ISeek Golf.com.au for a spot at the course and made a booking on line for a time slot for, November 3rd, 2011 that had one vacancy left in the group. When I turned up I was told I could go and hit off by myself, because the other three players were a group of Japanese men who wanted to play by themselves, so I headed off to the 1st tee to play with all my friends??? Disappointed, I hit off and then joined up half way through the first nine with two members who were anchored behind the slowest players imaginable. For the next few holes, it was hit and wait and wait and wait. Not a Marshall to be seen anywhere. Finally got to the 10th and only played to the 16th because it was getting too dark. If I wanted to play by myself, I would have gone to the practice range instead. I enjoy golf and I enjoy the company of fellow players so I was far from impressed with being told I could go and play by myself. A big disappointment and a big let-down after filling a foursome group on line. Surely a club of this status can do it better than this. It was a real shame because the course was in good nick and the weather was superb. This should be a warning to others booking on line.

80. gaz67 | Rated | 26 Oct 2011 | Add A Review

had an awsome afternoon course was in great condition staff were extremely freindly and helpfull.would definatly reccomend to anyone wanting to play there dont miss the opertunity.

81. brauebret | Rated | 25 Oct 2011 | Add A Review

Hadn’t played the course for over 10 years . It was well presented. Staff were helpful. Greens were very true and held approach shots. Wide fairways were forgiving with back nine tougher than the front.

82. siprejabr | Rated | 24 Oct 2011 | Add A Review

Staff great and on course catering buggy frequent. Greens in very poor condition for Lakelands and the price you pay. Robina Woods and Colonial much better value.

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83. vejopeuag | Rated | 05 Oct 2011 | Add A Review

Great course and very well presented. Play flowed well and when there was a short hold up, players were happy to let you through.

definitely worth a re visit.

84. lisebrost | Rated | 04 Oct 2011 | Add A Review

Course in great condition – greens best I have putted on for some time!!

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85. slicromap | Rated | 03 Oct 2011 | Add A Review

The Lakelands course played long for me off the back tees as was there on a windy day but that didnt dissapoint my experience. The layout is a bit more open than i expected so you had some room for error to walk away unscathed. The fairways and greens were immaculate and made the views from the tee box inspiring. The Niclaus layout is one to remember and am looking forward to returning to challenge myself again

86. hewasliwo | Rated | 27 Sep 2011 | Add A Review

Well maintained and quite forgiving course. Friendly staff and relaxing to sit outside the clubhouse afterwards.

87. drithocad | Rated | 26 Sep 2011 | Add A Review

Have played here many times and never get tired of the course. Fairways are generous but miss them and you are in trouble. The back nine will test all of your shot making skills, particularly when the wind gets up. A must play course for any golfer.
Very friendly staff.

88. tint1n | Rated | 26 Sep 2011 | Add A Review

Played this on the week of the 19th sept and was very impressed.
The greens for me a 21 handicapper were a challenge also plenty of bunkers well worth the round.
Played after 1pm and managed to get around comfortably before too dark

89. sibrocrac | Rated | 19 Sep 2011 | Add A Review

Fantastic course, all of us have played a lot of courses and it was safe to say that it was the best course we had played in australia. The greens were great and each hole was a unique challenge! Can’t wait to go back and play next time I’m up.

PROS

  • Super service
  • Great tee blocks

Cons

  • The greens could have been a touch quicker
  • The signature hole par 3, had a temporary green
90. kwon | Rated | 19 Sep 2011 | Add A Review

good

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91. dodoslosl | Rated | 12 Sep 2011 | Add A Review

Played Lakelands last week and the course was in fabulous condition. The tees were some of the best I have seen anywhere! They were well shaped, perfectly flat and had great grass coverage …. congratulations to the Course Superintendent. A terrific challenge from the Black tees. To Ben & Huss, better luck next time, boys!

92. pisigakep | Rated | 07 Sep 2011 | Add A Review

It was great course and frontnine and backnine green condition is different!

93. microstih | Rated | 05 Sep 2011 | Add A Review

Good Course. Very Challenging. Plenty of Bunkers! Would of been nice if the drinks cart came around the front 9.

PROS

  • Service
  • Fairways

Cons

  • Some greens were patchy

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94. chinagech | Rated | 02 Sep 2011 | Add A Review

The best condition of any course on the coast awesome

95. stiswedec | Rated | 30 Aug 2011 | Add A Review

Great course. Good test of your game. I struggled with the greens, but always do in QLD. (I’m from Sydney.)

96. thelowrij | Rated | 30 Aug 2011 | Add A Review

groups of four players and players walking no sign of any marshalls no call up procedures in place

97. legimamis | Rated | 29 Aug 2011 | Add A Review

top day top course

98. giprimoba | Rated | 29 Aug 2011 | Add A Review

Great layout. We had bucketfuls of rain the day before we played Lakelands and we were worried we may not play. But this course drains really well. So apart from a few wet patches on the fairways. All good. Would recommend this course to anyone. Some of the bunkers were out of play or not prepared but after the rain we had I would have expect it.

99. Ratnyka | Rated | 24 Aug 2011 | Add A Review

Its a pretty good layout, a fair test of skill, but enjoyable… However, the greens were really poor bordering on terrible.. Each one was different speed and there were large patches of damage…. Not something I would pay top dollar for…our club green keepres would get the boot for putting out greens like that… The rest of the course was mostly in fair to good nick…

100. bomberboy | Rated | 22 Aug 2011 | Add A Review

good service,great course,dissapionted in speed of play

101. Bevan_Cassells | Rated | 22 Aug 2011 | Add A Review

Very nice course the staff were very friendly and helpful, greens were still recovering from being cored recently but didn’t detract from our round will be playing again soon.

102. PeteMcA | Rated | 22 Aug 2011 | Add A Review

The course is in good nick; the service is great; the challenge and scenery are great!

103. petojitho | Rated | 20 Aug 2011 | Add A Review

We enjoyed Lakelands yesterday. Very smart 4 tee shotgun ahead ensured the large group ahead moved well. Golf shop team were friendly and efficient.Obviously having with some grass issues with some tees having been recently resown and many greens still recovering from coring, some quite patchy. Overall though, good to play.

Cons

  • NO GPS IN CARTS!!
104. sophemawr | Rated | 15 Aug 2011 | Add A Review

Greens were in terrible condition but the course layout was fantastic. Good practice facilities and friendly staff. Fairways were easy to find but green approaches always made you think.

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105. painey2 | Rated | 11 Aug 2011 | Add A Review

Great layout Great Greens great company

106. phoenix666 | Rated | 09 Aug 2011 | Add A Review

played here monday 8th august, tee time of 1pm.
firstly the course is in average condition with some greens unplayable.
we had some VERY slow groups ahead of us and no course marshall to be seen until AFTER it was dark so we did not get to finish the course.
considering the day we had i will NOT be going back at any price let alone the ridiculous pricing they have..

Cons

  • no course marshall to ensure timely play
  • terrible greens
  • expensive
107. Ongkiee | Rated | 08 Aug 2011 | Add A Review

Good resort course. Beautiful layout with large fairways. I just wish the greens condition were a little bit better. Played on Satureday at 1.50, got to the 16th hole before it was too dark to play.

108. Lawton99 | Rated | 05 Aug 2011 | Add A Review
Challenging layout. It was a shame to see a great golf course in such average condition. Work needs to be done for the price. Time management was an issue.
109. prandall | Rated | 02 Aug 2011 | Add A Review

This is a very good course and is in top condition. The staff were friendly and polite and overall good value for your money. The course is challenging without being over the top.

110. col | Rated | 01 Aug 2011 | Add A Review

golf course was in excellent condition and can be played at whatever level of challenge you are confident with. Staff also excellent, but ran into a group of members who were inconsiderate bordering on rude course marshall said they were French so that probably explains it all. A great day nevertheless

Col from Canberra

111. drithocad | Rated | 01 Aug 2011 | Add A Review

Have played here a lot and never get tired of the course. Front nine gives you an opportunity to score and get into the game whilst the back nine is much tougher and will test all your golfing skills. The signature hole, the par 3 14th,approximately 100 metres, would fit on any golf course in the world and calls for an exacting short iron — many a ball has ended up in the water!! The main defense for the course is the wind.

112. Giorgio | Rated | 25 Jul 2011 | Add A Review

Lakelands is one of my favourite courses.As always it was in great condition. Staff are friendly and are always working on repairs to the course and trying to improve the look of the course.The design by Jack has something for everybody.Testing greens and bunkers.To play this course well you need to apply plenty of course managment.My favourite hole is the par 3 14th.A short par3 over a waterfall onto a small green with rubbish at the back.You need to pick the right club for this hole.There are many good holes on the course.Probably the best two finishing holes I have played at the Gold Coast.

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113. tabispena | Rated | 25 Jul 2011 | Add A Review

Finished front nine in good time, back nine terribly slow – didn’t see a marshall all day

114. ronb | Rated | 23 Jul 2011 | Add A Review

A well presented course, but not that interesting to play. It is flat and all holes are pretty straight.

115. realop | Rated | 22 Jul 2011 | Add A Review

great condition very clean fairways and greens (good speed) perfect weather made for an outstanding day!!

116. GJC | Rated | 11 Jul 2011 | Add A Review

The course was in good shape, BUT, no Marshall, and the game took over 5 hours, this was not good for the price one pays to play..

117. PeterRawle | Rated | 04 Jul 2011 | Add A Review

WE hit off at 1.00pm and did not see a drinks cart all day.
They have a real problem with several greens but the tees and fairways were very good for winter.

118. gotrorama | Rated | 04 Jul 2011 | Add A Review

This is my favourite course on the gold Coast, it is always well presented and if anyone gets a chance to play there you will understand what makes it so good.

119. FLY | Rated | 03 Jul 2011 | Add A Review

I really enjoyed my round yesterday at Lakelands. Course was well presented.

120. swanee28997545 | Rated | 20 Jun 2011 | Add A Review

Very impressive course entry, clubhouse & service. No sooner we pulled into the car park & changed into our golf clobber, a staff member from the Pr Shop had zipped over in our drive cart & strapped on our bags (almost as if they had camera surveillance on the car park).
Unfortunately, before we (2) hit approach shots to the very 1ST green we had balls landing behind us from a group of pretty lengthy hitters (3).The group in front (4) were extremely slow & constantly looking for wayward balls which resulted in one of the slowest rounds ever. 11 a.m to 3.30PM! (we complete most rounds in under 3.5 hrs). This put pressure on rushed putting all day & sometimes on our tee shots when the threesome behind didn’t mind driving up to the tee to form a gallery. Bit of etiquette to hold back wouldn’t have gone a stray. We drove all the way from the Sunshine Coast as it was the Nambour Showday. Normally on a Friday I’d be head down b__ up working but it seemed every bugger on the Gold Coast was on holidays at Lakelands! Drinks cart lady seemed lovely & course was in pretty good order, though best public conditioned course in Australia 4 out of 5 years??? Prefer Noosa Tewantin, Twin Waters, Pelican Waters, Hope Island to name a few (all provide superior character). Probably prefer to even play some of the gem local courses such as Mt Coolum, Headland Buderim, Beerwah & Royal Nambour. Often, the only hint of company at these courses are from Kangaroos & birdlife. P.S, GR8 airswing Keithy, my missed 1 ft putts for Par on the back 9 were equally as impressive. We needed that James Squire Golden Ale a bit earlier given the congestion. Better still an O.P Rum!!! Tin Can Bay next mth shall provide plenty of room to breathe, relax & enjoy

121. trecrejob | Rated | 20 Jun 2011 | Add A Review

excellent greens—very good manicuring - and basically good value for money

122. criphocha | Rated | 17 Jun 2011 | Add A Review

The course was in excellent condition

123. dawap | Rated | 16 Jun 2011 | Add A Review

Good course, really enjoyed the game. If you don’t want to make a full day of it, play early to avoid the crowds. Nice course but I wouldn’t rate it as the best on the coast.

124. wraracihi | Rated | 12 Jun 2011 | Add A Review

Great all-round experience. Friendly staff, excellent course, well maintained with some visually stunning holes thrown in.
Only constructive criticism would be to have distance markers included on the sprinkler heads. Oh..and perhaps those multi-million dollar cookie cutter homes could improve the experience by including some taste in their landscape and architecture.

125. dildam | Rated | 06 Jun 2011 | Add A Review

Course was in good condition, service was great. Play was slow, but that is a little difficult for you to easily fix. Only constructive criticism would be to consider some more tables on the outdoor terrace (perhaps you do have in summer ) -would have been nice to sit out there after our round but the few larger tables out there were occupied.

126. Tim02113 | Rated | 03 Jun 2011 | Add A Review

The course was a great course to play, what a shame the weather was showing.

127. RIPIT | Rated | 02 Jun 2011 | Add A Review

Lakelands as always was in great condition even though heavy rains had hit the Gold coast the night before. One of my favourite courses on the coast.

128. 17lee | Rated | 28 May 2011 | Add A Review

I played Lakelands last wednesday and was a little dissapointed with the state of the course after playing The Glades and Burleigh golf club the previous 2 days.It is a nice layout but nothing compared with the very challenging course that Burleigh has to offer
will not play here again

129. jgiudice31 | Rated | 23 May 2011 | Add A Review

Shocking. We had a booking for 12.38 for 4 people, some smart individual placed 3 teams of 4 in our time slot, because they couldn’t get on at Royal Pines. Nothing was conveyed to us about this last minute change, we were all set to tee off. As a result we did not finished the last 2 holes.

130. JanG1 | Rated | 21 May 2011 | Add A Review

Great course unfortunately we were rained out after the 10th so can’t comment on the back 9 – will certainly book in again next time we are on the Gold Coast.

PROS

  • Friendly staff in pro shop and also the green staff - well maintained course.

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131. brelodoho | Rated | 21 May 2011 | Add A Review

Lakelands Golf Club, The first time that i have played at this course with a friend of mine from the UK, The course was in great condition, the staff friendly and we both thought that the course was both challenging and varied. Would certainly play here again.

132. crotravog | Rated | 21 May 2011 | Add A Review

We played four courses in four days on this rescent trip. Lakelands was a standout re presentation, greens and staff. We’ll be back.

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133. teesme | Rated | 02 May 2011 | Add A Review

Was the best course during the week, for drainage after all the rain. Faiways were nice, greens were lacking..Found the proshop didnt have much for large (maybe bigger) men like me to buy – which was a shame, the money burnt a hole in my pocket instead.

PROS

  • Friendly courteous staff

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134. fradropha | Rated | 28 Apr 2011 | Add A Review

This is the second time I have played this course & it is still one of the best on the Gold Coast. Considering the weather conditions of late the course was well drained as well as well maintained.

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135. Swisscheese | Rated | 28 Apr 2011 | Add A Review

Had a great day. Course was in brilliant condition even with the rain. Great service from all the staff.

136. garysam42112 | Rated | 26 Apr 2011 | Add A Review

Great golf course. Suits any grade. Condition outstanding considering the poor weather over past few months.Will visit again soon.

137. PAR007 | Rated | 25 Apr 2011 | Add A Review

I’ve played all but a couple of the courses on the GC and found Lakelands to be one of, if not the best. Very friendly and helpful staff made our day very enjoyable from the start, the course is extremely we kept as are the rest of the facilities. I highly recommend a round here for everybody from the unhandicapped casual to low handicappers. A very enjoyable day. Thanks

138. crabbyone | Rated | 24 Apr 2011 | Add A Review

Probably close to the best course on the Coast at the moment

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139. stafrejor | Rated | 24 Apr 2011 | Add A Review

We had a beautiful day for golf, somewhat spoilt by following a very slow group, who displayed little or no understanding of courtesy. Our group of three were never called through by the group of four in front, despite waiting on every hole.
The course is challenging, mainly through length of a number of the par fours, but we enjoyed the fact that you were required to think you way around the course.
The greens were disappointingly slow and many of the bunkers were in rather poor condition, one would suspect due to the recent steady rain.
However, we would look forward to returning in better conditions to tackle such a beautifully designed and challenging course.

140. swicohida | Rated | 23 Apr 2011 | Add A Review

the course was in top shape and it was really pleasant, no waiting no pressure from the back and perfect weather

141. sigebabiw | Rated | 21 Apr 2011 | Add A Review

The course was in very good shape considering that there was a lot of rain in the preceeding 2 days. Most other courses may well have been closed as a result. Would love to play the course when it is dry. Overall an enjoyable day despite the weather conditions. The staff were excellent.

142. mothipoph | Rated | 14 Apr 2011 | Add A Review

Very enjoyable golf experience – Course in good condition, Pro shop was well stocked, food & beverages good value & all staff very easy to talk to & assist where necessary.

143. rogerp | Rated | 11 Apr 2011 | Add A Review

Should have been given the option of playing from the black tees. As a vistitor staff treated you like a second class citizen

144. Lira | Rated | 04 Apr 2011 | Add A Review

This course usually costs in the region of $80 per round. Therefore we play this course infrequently but decided to take advantage of the low rates iseek golf advertised. We enjoyed the course but the greens were for the most part in terrible condition, Cored and covered in sand made putting a lottery. This was a 12 handicappers comment!!!
I guess thats why a low playing cost is currently being advertised. I think this should be pointed when advertising normally high cost golf courses at bargain rates. You only get what you pay for!! anticipation and excitement turned into disappointment. I stopped counting after 9 three putts.

145. migispifr | Rated | 02 Apr 2011 | Add A Review

The Course is always in great condition green keepers do a great job

146. LeeCameron | Rated | 31 Mar 2011 | Add A Review

Fabulous day out with some mates.

147. Davecummins | Rated | 22 Mar 2011 | Add A Review

The course was well presented and maintained although the bunkers were wet and pudgy after 2 days of rain…fortunately I only tried 2 of them.staff were friendly and helpful. No drinks cart operating which was a tough call on a day that was 32 deg and 90 something per cent humidity.
All things said is was a good day on an excellant course.
Thanks

148. DannPar | Rated | 15 Mar 2011 | Add A Review

I love to play Lakelands and the staff the course and the whole experience playing there was just awsome and then at the 19th we had a couple of drinks and something to eat. We had a great day THANKS

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149. gacanesla | Rated | 14 Mar 2011 | Add A Review

great golf course and very friendly service thats all we need to say

150. Jaff | Rated | 06 Mar 2011 | Add A Review

Played Lakelands the day after I played Robina Woods. It’s a very different layout than Robina — much more open with inviting fairways tempting you to hit driver.

Didn’t find the course as interesting as Robina Woods but still enjoyed the round. The layout has a number of typical Nicklaus features including dogleg rights, prominent bunkers, generous fairways, and tighter approaches.

And, while I thought fairways on Robina Woods were well maintained, this course is simply immaculate. It’s like walking on carpet. And, it’s important to find that carpet because the rough is tough; it’ll grab your club and eat your ball — if you can find your ball, that is.

The greens get mixed reviews from me. They were a bit inconsistent, some slow and others incredibly fast which made it tough to judge. Went around the course with a member which was helpful but he commented on the same to me.

Staff were brilliant and the deal with Iseekgolf was great — thought the bag tag was a very nice touch!

Downside was that it was a painstakingly slow day — nearly five hours with two, sometimes three groups waiting on the tee. The group in front of us gave up after nine holes. A marshall was definitely needed to speed up play.

I’d like to play the course again but I’d probably play others ahead of it if I had limited time.

PROS

  • Immaculate fairways
  • Brilliant staff
  • Distance markers

Cons

  • Pace of play
  • Inconsistent greens
151. GCSimmo | Rated | 06 Mar 2011 | Add A Review

First time played at LL, great experience. Played w/ my dad and brother and all had a good time. Course is in good condition and lots of staff around maintaining the course.

I hit 88 which is about right for me, but felt like I played a little better than that. My dad and brother are higher handicappers, but still got around and had a great time.

152. DerekL | Rated | 21 Feb 2011 | Add A Review

For a high calibre course the greens were in poor condition. It looked like the holes had not been moved in weeks as the grass around the hole was worn and tuffed. The rest of the course is in good nick. The bunkers are a killer.

153. sammydawna | Rated | 11 Feb 2011 | Add A Review

A very playable golf course. It is not overly difficult for the middle handicapper which makes for an enjoyable outing and the course is in good condition. The service was good and friendly – our bags were taken and put onto the cart for us and check-in was a rapid procedure. My club organises away days to Lakelands and they are always fully subscribed, for good reason. I will come back

154. waspatrep | Rated | 07 Feb 2011 | Add A Review

Nice course, great service. Like many of the GC courses, not overly challenging (although played off blues – next time will play black) with generous wide fairways, but has severe rough (50mm – enough to swallow golf balls). Worth the effort, enjoyed the day, certainly in the top few on the GC.

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155. rijetheca | Rated | 07 Feb 2011 | Add A Review

THE BEST COURSE ON THE GOLD COAST,IF NOT, QUEENSLAND ! I would recommend anyone that is a golfer to try this course at least once in their lifetime. It is extremely well manicured and level of difficulty from each set of tees to suit all handicaps. Greens are terrific. Not all straight putts here. I will make a point of playing this course more often this year even though i’m from Brisbane. Get there !

156. dank72 | Rated | 20 Jan 2011 | Add A Review

From the moment of arriving at the Bag Drop my experience with Lakelands Golf Club was nothing less than superb. I arrived quite early to get some swings in on the range which is in great shape, with natural grass and artificial turf, hitting bays. The course itself is a demanding but fair test of Golf…. I’d expect nothing else from a Jack Nicklaus designed course. My only suggestion is to have a first cut of rough just off the fairway of about 1 meter in width. In the current playing conditions the primary rough grabs the ball and it sits down in the rough, even if you have just missed the fairway by inches. This is a harsh penalty for just being off the fairway. The Club house and facilities are top notch. The staff are all very courteous and helpful. I enjoyed the day very much.

157. powerfade77 | Rated | 17 Jan 2011 | Add A Review

I have played this course twice in the last month with different groups. This is a sensational course. There are definitely challenges throughout with both demanding tee shots and some tight approaches to greens for the better players, though the fairways are quite wide and forgiving for lower level players like myself. I hit 28 over off the blue tees rather than my handicap of 20, but had a really good game both times. The tee shop, drinks cart, cart valets, and bar staff were all really friendly and added to the days experience. well worth the money for any level golfer looking for a top level course for the experience.

158. Eldude | Rated | 17 Jan 2011 | Add A Review

Very Happy indeed with this course,will play again for sure.

159. zed44 | Rated | 17 Jan 2011 | Add A Review

Great course for all levels. Generous off the tee but approach shots need to be accurate as the greens aren’t big. The fairways are in great condition and enough bunkers to keep you honest but not leave you mentally scared. Greens had good pace and undulation. I played on a Monday and the course was very quiet which made the experience all the more pleasurable. Great value for $80

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160. breribrap | Rated | 10 Jan 2011 | Add A Review

Played Lakelands on the 3rd of Jan. Very impressed with the layout and condition of the course considering all the rain Queensland has had in recent months. The staff very very welcoming and friendly. First class facilities – the round even came with a complimentary round of balls for the range. Will definately play there again once the weather gets better.

161. PeteMcA | Rated | 07 Jan 2011 | Add A Review

Great course and has held up well after recent heavy rain. A credit to the course crew.

162. craig1 | Rated | 07 Jan 2011 | Add A Review

Unfortunately due to rain, we did not get to play Lakelands. Whenn we do I will report back.

163. frecostiw | Rated | 06 Jan 2011 | Add A Review

I played Lakelands recently, and whilst the course was in good condition, the organisation and speed of play was atrocious. My group walked off after 15 holes – our round was likely to take 5.5 hours to complete due to slow groups in front. We called the pro shop after 11 holes to ask for a ranger to come out and fix things up. We were told someone would come ASAP, but noone did. I played the Glades 2 days later and our round took 3.5 hours. So there are much better courses on the coast to play – Don’t play Lakelands as they don’t care about the etiquette of the golfers that play on their course. I have also asked for the General Manager to contact me to discuss my complaint, but of course he has not done so. A very disappointing experience.

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164. binasethi | Rated | 06 Jan 2011 | Add A Review

All of my group were delighted with the challenges Lakelands presented. We played there in the week directly after all of the heavy rain in Qld and it had held up amazingly well…even the bunkers! This was one of the prettiest, best maintained courses we’d played in a long time. We’ll definitely be back! PS: Lakelands is not so challenging that higher handicappers will not also enjoy the experience.

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165. slihabesw | Rated | 05 Jan 2011 | Add A Review

Had a great day out no hold ups.Great course only the rough was far to thick if you got in it you could only just see the top of your ball.

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166. cristahat | Rated | 05 Jan 2011 | Add A Review

I was disappointed! I had played here before and this was far from memorable… The course needs some TLC! Not in the top 5 on the Gold Coast anymore…

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167. spatremew | Rated | 21 Dec 2010 | Add A Review

Played monday and considering the rain the previous day the course was in great condition. Together with Hope Island I think it is the best course on the coast.

168. vefredroc | Rated | 16 Dec 2010 | Add A Review

after lots of rain on the gold coast,lakelands presented and played exceptionally well.the staff was great,they were most helpfull towards all our requests.

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169. gedrisege | Rated | 15 Dec 2010 | Add A Review

Wonderful golf course, arguably the best on the Gold Coast for mine!

PROS

  • Challenging but fair.

Cons

  • Challenging but fair
170. zidad | Rated | 10 Dec 2010 | Add A Review

Course is well set out for all levels of players and creates an enjoyable experience, allows you to take fairway bunkers on and rewards your scorecard by playing smart golf.

Only downside for me was that website told only of one half of course renovations thinking the backnine had not yet been renovated, thinking i would get 9 hole of uninterrupted play however the whole lot had been done which made putting a nightmare.

A close second to the glades

171. PeterRawle | Rated | 22 Nov 2010 | Add A Review

The course was beautifully maintained and enjoyable until the rain forced us off the course on the 11th hole.
It was very slow play.

The greens are some of the best greens in Australia.

172. Glenoo7 | Rated | 21 Nov 2010 | Add A Review

Played for the first time at Lakelands on 21/11/10 and had a fantastic day. Played a foursome with 2 guys we met that morning. I was very impressed with what I saw, right from the friendly staff at the bag drop and front counter. The condition of the course was first rate, the greens ran very true and the bunkers were like powder. The only blemish on an otherwise fabulous day was the queue up on and number of holes, especially on the back nine. Through the whole 4 1/2 hours it took for the round we only spotted the course marshall once as he quickly drove past. I have played a number of resort courses on the Coast and this would have to be near the top of the list. Overall, a fantastic day and a wonderful course and great value for the $70 with a buggy on I Seek.

PROS

  • Beautifully presented course
  • Great service
  • Exceptional value
  • Wonderful design

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173. bc_brisbane | Rated | 15 Nov 2010 | Add A Review

My wife gave me a special present , a round at Lakelands with a couple of buddies , great course but hopeless course management ruined my expierience.
The management dont seem to care after the members have teed off , we turned for the back 9 and queued on the 10th behind 8 on the tee , 4 on the fairway and 4 on the green . 6 Hours for a round, just hopeless.
So, I decided to go back again last week. And to my disappointment had a similar expierience. Even at iseekgolf rates , its just not worth it.

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174. Scottyp | Rated | 15 Nov 2010 | Add A Review

I played this course several times and each time we have had the same problem. It takes over 5 hours to play, as the course management is very poor. We played there on Friday and we had a team of SIX playing in front of us. It took over 5 and half hours to play as we were held up on every hole. We rang to complain on the 11th and they did nothing!!!! For what you pay I would give this course a miss and play another championship course on the coast.

175. Brucechamberlain | Rated | 13 Nov 2010 | Add A Review

A great course, wonderful greens, well maintained but ruined by one group of very rude golfers who had no consideration for anyone else. I doubt if I will return.

176. peterknight | Rated | 13 Nov 2010 | Add A Review

A beautiful and challenging course. Well managed, a most enjoyable round.

177. fravahabr | Rated | 10 Nov 2010 | Add A Review

The course was beatiful. Great layout. Testing but not over the top. Totally enjoyed the day. The whole experience was one to remember.

178. birdieboy1 | Rated | 08 Nov 2010 | Add A Review

played Lakelands on Saturday. this was the 2nd time for myself, but the first for most of friends as we had 8 players. The course was in fantastic condition and the greens read true and were quite quick. evrybody that played really enjoyed the course and for $80 through I seek golf is great value. I would recommend this course to anybody wanted a great challenge.

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179. stegakiph | Rated | 08 Nov 2010 | Add A Review

Great course some minor repair work under way on greens though fairways and tee boxes in great condition.you can’t afford to get of the fair ways this course eats balls! Great time had.

180. frebrasla | Rated | 05 Nov 2010 | Add A Review

Great course in great condition. Would have been a memorable experience if it wasn’t a 6 HOUR ROUND!!!!

The slowest round of golf I have ever played and the worst thing was there was no marshall in sight!

181. johnabates | Rated | 03 Nov 2010 | Add A Review

I was sorely disappointed. Every year my wife and I look forward to our golfing vacation on the Gold Coast and Lakelands has always been a prestigious course and the highlight of our visit. This year was completely different. We had a booking 25th Oct at 12:48, clealry enough time to play 18 holes. The course was full. It took 2hrs 45 mins to play front nine. Not a sign of any marshalls to speed up play. We saw people playing as 5-balls. People behind played into us. We gave up after 10 holes and complained and were kindly offered a rain-check which we were unable to accept as we left next day. The course is still nice to play, however the management has gone downhill.

182. SeanGS | Rated | 03 Nov 2010 | Add A Review

Great course – loved it.

183. Tyroneium | Rated | 01 Nov 2010 | Add A Review

Love this track. I have to say it is probably the most enjoyable track that i have played in a long time. The course staff where fantastic, very polite and helpful. The whole experience was just brilliant, and the course itself was in immaculate condition, the greens were very true fairways superb and the course layout offers the chance to take on the hazards for a reward into the green and are still wide enough that if ya misdirect a few (as i do), you don’t get to punished, (unless your in the drink). thanks to Lakeland’s for a fantastic day and to iseek golf for a great deal at such a good course.

184. kiwijames | Rated | 26 Oct 2010 | Add A Review

Played 25/10, paired with a friendly couple of i seek blokes. Course challenging from blue tees and in great condition, no hold-ups for us. Friendly, helpful staff, will definitely play again

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185. paphosajo | Rated | 25 Oct 2010 | Add A Review

Played with a group of 4 on Sat 23/10 with a 2PM tee off. This was made possible thanks to the valet guys who let us tee off early.
The course itself was one of the best courses I have played, probably only second to Pacific Harbour for myself. The fairways were immaculate and the greens were superb, some of the best I’ve seen, despite my putting yips.
We managed to get around in exactly 4 hours with basically no hold ups. The course was challenging without being exceptionally hard and if it wasn’t for my many three putts a score in the 70’s is possible.

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186. nojofriti | Rated | 19 Oct 2010 | Add A Review

Course in good condition despite recent heavy rain.Many bunkers out of play and containing water three d ays after rain ceased.Great course when in prime condition.

187. sechanici | Rated | 14 Oct 2010 | Add A Review

Course had held up well in the recent terrible weather but not a great course to play carts on paths only. Too many gardens beds between path and fairway means a lot of extra walking

188. Madagascar_Bill | Rated | 14 Oct 2010 | Add A Review

Yep, loved this course.

Everything went well from booking, bag drop and game, was able to slot into the competition for the day which was great, thanks to the rest of the group for making it a great day. Iseekgolf took some pain away from the pockets as well. Greens were GUR but we have had a heap of rain!

189. kiwi75 | Rated | 07 Oct 2010 | Add A Review

What a beautful layout very suprised that the course was in that good a nick after all the rain we had.The staff were very helpful and the layout was testing.The food was execellant and very well priced.I will recommend it to anyone.

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190. siprejabr | Rated | 28 Sep 2010 | Add A Review

After rain the course could do with a trim. But generally of a high standard. No drinks cart was problem.

191. uowewrahi | Rated | 16 Sep 2010 | Add A Review

Lakelands was sensational, if in the Gold Coast go. The only downside were that the green were being worked on, "lightly cored" but it didn’t change the experience.
Great Day

192. Bear181 | Rated | 09 Sep 2010 | Add A Review

Played Lakelands on 08/09/10.
Again very wide fairways, but bunkers on edge of fairways are in play for shorter hitters off white markers.
Almost played to my generous 21 Handicap, but putting once again let me down.
This is an enjoyable track for all golfers.

193. Golfkeener | Rated | 30 Aug 2010 | Add A Review

This is our second time playing at the Lakelands. The course is great and enjoyable. Staff on site are friendly. Will recommend this golf course to anyone looking for a pleasant golf holiday at the Gold Coast.

194. cribidiki | Rated | 18 Aug 2010 | Add A Review

One of the best examples of a Queensland resort course. Friendly staff, good service, very good facilities and a very acceptable, playable golf course. One disappointment was that, even though we paid full rack rate, black & blue tee markers were not even put on the course, only the white.
As a golf course, it’ll never be regarded as more than a friendly resort course but I suspect it doesn’t pretend to be any more or less than that.

195. pebepacro | Rated | 18 Aug 2010 | Add A Review

Great golf course, well maintained. The greens were extremely fast, and made it a challenge to score well. Staff were very friendly and efficient. A great day out.

196. chapobiph | Rated | 16 Aug 2010 | Add A Review

Conditions were great and I really enjoyed the day. My golf could have been better but I say that every time.

197. golfergoldcoast | Rated | 10 Aug 2010 | Add A Review

Had my Family friends come over to visit for a holiday and decided to bring them for a round of golf. Staff in the pro shop were extremely helpful reminding me of the course requirements. The boys helped the lady’s get the golf bags out of the car. We were also impressed with being lent left handed clubs on such short notice. After our fantastic round of golf we were advised of some lunch specials and the happy hour on friday evening. We sat on the terrace and enjoyed a lovely meal that was serve by very professional and lovely staff one by the name of Dominique. Happy Hour then commense and we found ourselfs enjoying more then one cold beer and not leaving until nightfall.

Look forward to coming back and enjoying the lakelands hospitality. :)

198. cheesie | Rated | 02 Aug 2010 | Add A Review

Thoroughly enjoyed playing at this course. Greens well manicured and fairways in perfect conditioned. In my opinion. well worth the green fees paid. Will play again next time around. Not a tough course for us weekend hackers.

199. TheMasochist | Rated | 09 Jul 2010 | Add A Review

We had a good day on this well manicured course and the staff were most helpful. The one serious disappointment was after the game. The price we paid included lunch for which we received vouchers prior to hitting off but when we arrived in the clubhouse we were told that the club was closed for stocktaking. If the deal could not be removed from the advertising we should at least have been told before beginning the round.

200. Doggy31 | Rated | 01 Jul 2010 | Add A Review

Played lakelands last week, the course was in good condition, service was good, i just didn’t like the place. I played behind 2 members, one hit the ball on the first par 3 to 20 foot and left a huge pitch mark unrepaired. Alot of the place i felt they have made it look pretty rather than adding challenge substance and character. The par 3 on the back i think it is the 14th s a prime example, water falls ponds it all looks great but the course lacks character.
I prefer others.

201. tewokaspe | Rated | 21 Jun 2010 | Add A Review

Course in great condition, nothing but arrogant dickheads working in the pro shop,
greenskeepers all over the course which slowed play down.
Too many people booked in, I hit off at 10.30 and didn’t finish till 4.
There was 3-4 groups waiting on each tee, than a marshal asked us to hurry up, how?
Over all shit day won’t be going back

202. ADunbar | Rated | 21 Jun 2010 | Add A Review

The course was in immaculate condition and the greens where the best I have ever played on. Very impressed with the course and its condition.
We turned up early for a 6.38am tee time and found no one but greens staff around. The pro shop opened just after 6.00 and after registering we had about 10mins to warm up to play which was a little dissapointing as we arrived early to give ourselves to warm up.
The early start was good as not many other groups around but very difficult on the first three holes due to the sun and the mist we could not see more than 50m in front.
Also lots of greens staff on the course due to preps for a tournament due to start on Monday. Had to wait on several occasions on the front nine.
We saw no marshall or drinks cart on the front nine.
Were approached by the course marshall on approach to ninth green and advised to pick up the pace as we were behind time a little.
On the tenth tee the golf operations manager approached us to hurry up or we would need to leave the course. His demeanor was very harrassing and basically ruined our final nine holes. We were again harrased by a marshall on the 15th hole at 10.15am and were told we would need to bring the cart back by 11.15am so they could use it for the afternoon tee times.
We finished our round at 11.05am, 4 hours and 27 mins, which we believe is not excessive due to the holdups we had on the front nine due to course maintanance staff and the low sun.
In closing we enjoyed the round for the course and the company within the group. We left feeling dissappointed by the harrassmant we received.
We will not be returning to Lakelands in the near future due to this attitude which is dissappointing as the course is fantastic.
I believe the golf operations need to be more consistent and if they are serious about keeping the fields moving have regular patrols by marshalls (marshall should be out when the players are out not once they have almost completed the first nine holes) , teach the marshalls how to treat the customers who in turn help to pay their wages, make players aware of the timeleness of the round at the start before tee off, and limit the tee off times at the start of the day due to the sun issues on the first few holes.

PROS

  • Fantastic course layout and condition

Cons

  • Dissapointing attitude of staff and lack of service in the clubhouse after the game.
  • Need more signage to some holes on back nine

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203. philipcrawford2 | Rated | 07 Jun 2010 | Add A Review

Best course in great condition on gold coast during our may tour, keep it up and we will be back.

204. Sammorai | Rated | 07 Jun 2010 | Add A Review

Excellent. Best course I have played on the coast, good facilities and the staff were very pleasant and helpful.

205. slalisosl | Rated | 07 Jun 2010 | Add A Review

Like always, lakelands was in mint condition. The layout and course condition was great. The greens were very slick but very true. A great deal through I seek and will definately play again

206. stethivaj | Rated | 05 Jun 2010 | Add A Review

Had a great day, can,t what to do it again.

207. Bodine | Rated | 24 May 2010 | Add A Review

Course was in great shape.

208. greg70121 | Rated | 24 May 2010 | Add A Review

Lakelands is always a joy to play and always in great condition and a friendly layout with large fairways and greens.

209. jmcnicol | Rated | 28 Apr 2010 | Add A Review

Played once again yesterday, off the back pegs – not many on course so took my time / sometimes 2 balls & still finished in about 3.45 hrs. Fairways in great condition, 1st cut in rough couch very long & fluffy making it hard to find ball just off fairway & greens, sand in some pots a bit hard due to rain a day or two earlier and a some greens recently cored & sanded. Staff in every area (arrival, shop, course cart & clubhouse) were super making you feel most welcome.

210. slotowrog | Rated | 27 Apr 2010 | Add A Review

great course in great condition we almost had the course to ourselves or at least it felt that way, The most enjoyable round of golf i’ve had for a long time.

211. crecrebro | Rated | 19 Apr 2010 | Add A Review

Beautiful course, The fairways and greens are in excellent condition, providing good value for your shots if you can keep it straight. Picturesque course with some very atractive and challenging holes. Really enjoyed my game even though it was not one of my best.

212. gestoveph | Rated | 03 Apr 2010 | Add A Review

Lakelands – always a great environment, course well presented though greens were recently renovated. A challenge as usual!

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213. Deek64 | Rated | 27 Mar 2010 | Add A Review

Lakelands was very well presented. The greens were in great condition as were the fairways. Driving areas are nice and wide however some areas of couch in the rough has been allowed to grow too long meaning your ball sits down and is difficult to find and hard to play. My fault for not hitting enough fairways I suppose. I found it a nice course without being overly memorable.

PROS

  • Lovely fairways
  • Great greens, very true rolling
214. drachitho | Rated | 20 Mar 2010 | Add A Review

Great course, awesome driving range, must play again

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215. vistawrob | Rated | 16 Mar 2010 | Add A Review

Played Lakelands yesterday morning for the first time. Was a little reluctant due to the significant amount of rain the preceding three days, coupled with ominous looking clouds looming around the time of tee-off. In the end we managed to get through the round with only about 10 minutes of passing showers on what turned out to be an almost perfect golf day.

To our surprise, there was very little water sitting on the fairways; testament to the effectiveness of the extensive drainage system that appeared to be in the valleys on the fairways. The greens were extremely fast, and dried out quickly. The fairways were immaculate, the layout is interesting, asthetically appealing and challenging.

The only thing that detracted from the overall experience slightly was that the bunkers were hard and had water in them, but that was to be expected with the rain leading up to the day.

There’s nothing better than a good coffee on a cool, wet, windy day. Not only were we able to get a take away capuccino, but if we wanted to play through they would deliver them out to us. We were asked a number of times how we liked it, and the service was from arrival to leaving the course was top notch.

Overall, we all had a great time, and would recommend it to anyone. Look forward to our next visit in drier weather.

PROS

  • Service
  • Good coffee
  • Great course design

Cons

  • wet bunkers
216. rodm09 | Rated | 16 Mar 2010 | Add A Review

Despite the recent bad weather on the Coast the course was in very good condition. Staff as always were polite and professional.

217. Boommaricheh | Rated | 16 Mar 2010 | Add A Review

Fantastic golf course!! brought my dad who visited from overseas and we both loved it. Given it has been raining for the last couple of weeks and the fairways were still a bit soggy at some places, but greens remain soft and true. Did not play very well but I know a great course when I play one. Will definitely go back again to conquer this bad boy!!

218. brobospar | Rated | 15 Mar 2010 | Add A Review

We played on 13th March, great service, great atmosphere, great course…. however, it took us over FIVE hours to get through!!!
WOW! I’ve never had to wait for so long before. Everyone had carts, so it shouldn’t take long surely.
Maybe a marshal might have sped things up a little bit more.
On the flip side, we were very impressed with course and layout, challenging and enjoyable.

219. Daves | Rated | 12 Mar 2010 | Add A Review

Played Lakelands yesterday for the first time. The course is in great condition after recent rains, though the rough is a bit long and penal. Service was good and we got away on time, the round took about 4.25hr so not fast but certainly not super slow either. All facility are 1st class.

Quite liked the course, a few memorable holes, but probably thought it a tad over rated, Maybe would be better to play it off the back tees to fully appreciate the design. A very good course nevertheless, similar, but in my opinion not as good as, Hyatt Coolum, Pacific Harbour and Club Pelican.

220. garrickj007 | Rated | 04 Mar 2010 | Add A Review

The course was very well presented and everything was ready when we got there. They provided free practise balls on the driving range before you hit off so that you can warm up. It is a must play when on the Gold Coast. I would certainly rate this amongst the best courses i have played in Australia or Asia.

PROS

  • Practise balls free
  • Ice buckets on carts for drinks

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221. brigodogi | Rated | 27 Feb 2010 | Add A Review

Had a wonderful time. Lakelands is still the best course on the gold coast as far as I am concerned.

222. ddpros1 | Rated | 20 Feb 2010 | Add A Review

Had a great day, play was flowing, fairways very nice, greens a little slow but there has been a bit of rain recently. Very well presented. Thanks

223. lemispada | Rated | 27 Jan 2010 | Add A Review

the course was in great condition and playing fairly easy off the blues on the first nine. the second nine was a bit harder, especially with the strong wind. i dont think the cups on the green were on any flats and made every person in our group have a few 3 putts. definetly be playing there again. well worth the money.

224. ueledohis | Rated | 26 Jan 2010 | Add A Review

Lovely course, well presented with beautifully maintained fairways.
The greens were fast and tough to read. Three putts were very common and a 2 putt felt like a birdie.
5 different tee positions meant the course can cater for players of all levels. Bunkers were placed to catch any inaccurate shots.
The drink carts came around frequently and service was excellent all round.
Only drawback is that it can get crowded and we were stuck behind a slow group which meant it took almost 3 hours to play the first nine.
But overall I was very impressed.

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225. spadreslo | Rated | 24 Jan 2010 | Add A Review

Even though very challenging it is a resort style course with generous fairways. It was in excellent condition in all respects and the staff were very pleasant. Complimentary range balls were a bonus and added to the experience. I can see that funding appears fairly reliant on the international visitors but I think that the basic rules and etiquette of the game need to be highlighted to the first timers as it can impact on the pace of play. Recommended venue for a great golfing experience.

226. phuswaslis | Rated | 21 Jan 2010 | Add A Review

great value deal

227. fronoslov | Rated | 19 Jan 2010 | Add A Review

Great course – forgiving yet challenging. The deal on iSeek was exceptional

228. hephikaslu | Rated | 18 Jan 2010 | Add A Review

Beautiful Course. Loved it!!

Great value on iseekgolf.

229. greg70121 | Rated | 18 Jan 2010 | Add A Review

Lakelands is another great course on the coast and well worth a play as the fairways are wide and generous with toughgreens to make it upon alot of holes.

230. gr3h3m3el1 | Rated | 16 Jan 2010 | Add A Review

Played Lakelands for the first time. Enjoyed the layout, generous fairways, and as long as you can keep out of the water you won’t find the course particularly difficult, though we did play from thw hite markers, blue markers a different story.
Clubhouse magnificent, but make sure you have enough cash as there are no ATM facilities within the clubhouse.

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231. golfmos123 | Rated | 16 Jan 2010 | Add A Review

Lakelands is among the best courses is South East Queensland. THe course is always in excellent condition, the practice facilities are superb and the staff are very friendly. The course itself is a terrific track and has a range of tees to suit golfers of all abilities. The fairways are generous so less than average golfers should not be put off a visit. It is a course I always long to play again.

232. Eddie | Rated | 14 Jan 2010 | Add A Review

Enjoyed the game on the course will definitely go back and play there again. Could not fault the presentation and recommend playing there to those interested in playing.

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233. gools | Rated | 13 Jan 2010 | Add A Review

Course was disappointing with no Marshalls or Starter. Greens were soft and had many pitch marks along with surface sand in many cases. Fairways were in good condition and bunkers seem to be strategically placed to catch any slightly misdirected drives or shots into the greens. Overall a pleasant experience but certainly not worth the full ticket price.

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234. MFV11 | Rated | 11 Jan 2010 | Add A Review

Efficient check-in, very helpful staff, fast carts, beautiful fairways and gardens, consistent greens, comfortable clubhouse, a great place to play golf.

235. Grumps1 | Rated | 10 Jan 2010 | Add A Review

I live on the Gold Coast and have played this course once before, but i had two interstate visitors with me this time. the course was in great nick, not much run but what do you expect with our recent rain. every hole had a different challenge. the Par 3 14th was a great hole and all were impressed. full water carry to a green fronted by water falls, picture perfect.
an absolute pleasure to play we will all be back.

236. dracrefra | Rated | 03 Jan 2010 | Add A Review

Lakelands was great, as it was when I last played the course in 2002. I won’t take take nother 8 years to play there again, Fabulous days out.

237. hinosapra | Rated | 01 Jan 2010 | Add A Review

Come on Jack you can throw down a better challenge than this!

Nicklaus has designed a course for all players in lakelands. Each hole is unique and offers wide fairways and easily accessable greens. The result is a very easy golf course – and should be no challenge for any decent golfer. I would liek to play a Nickalaus course designed for pros not holiday makers!

Course is generally in good nick but play can be slow. Again I fail to see why these courses dont have full time marshalls. I think most golfers would agree the staff member used to meet and greet and load bags on carts could be far more helpful as a full time marshall!

238. chechaheu | Rated | 29 Dec 2009 | Add A Review

Well 5 hours for a 2 ball isn’t ideal but then that’s resort golf for you – if you’re not a 4 ball then you’re in for a slow round. Course was ok – thought it was going to be something special being a Nicklaus course though. Greens were being top dressed but didn’t affect things too much. Look, I’m probably being a touch negative because the game was so slow and my golf below average. All in all course was in good nick and we did enjoy our day. At least it didn’t rain too!

239. IanG | Rated | 29 Dec 2009 | Add A Review

Played 28 December. Greens are ABOUT 2 WEEKS AWAY FROM PERFECT BUT RUN SMOOTHLY; fairways in good condition. Hazards – water, bunkers and rough – are well placed making it a thoughtful challenge from the blue tees. First time I have played there but will be back. No grouches even though it was a damp day.

240. NineUnder | Rated | 29 Dec 2009 | Add A Review

Good

241. CoastGolfLovers | Rated | 27 Dec 2009 | Add A Review

We can’t believe some of these reviews, the course hasn’t come up after renovations the greens are slow at least 4 are bumpy beyond readable and the fairways are not…… but still should be preferred lie, add to that 5 hours for a round and that does not make for a great day out…

242. wazza9 | Rated | 25 Dec 2009 | Add A Review

Good day on a quality kept course. Easy flat layout I thought the best holes were 12 through 16. Even though greens were sanded they still played true and puttered reasonably well

243. driprouin | Rated | 24 Dec 2009 | Add A Review

Lakelands has always been a must visit when I am on the Gold Coast, the course is always in very good condition, service is always great, it has a few great par 4’s and a couple of challenging par 3’s, I just really like the way the course layout flows from one hole to the next, it feels like a really private golf experience. But the course has beaten me again this time !

244. langhorne | Rated | 24 Dec 2009 | Add A Review

It is a great course……greens were a little off but maintenance has to be done each year….

Staff were honest..we left a watch in our cart and this was returned no problem.

245. waualitri | Rated | 23 Dec 2009 | Add A Review

good course,good layout

246. frefropra | Rated | 21 Dec 2009 | Add A Review

very enjoyable afternoon, playing at Lakelands. my playing partners thought it was the best course we had played on on the Coast. the course renovations were hardly noticeable. Staff were very friendly.
we’ll be back for sure.
At $59, it’s the best value around

247. slewis18538 | Rated | 19 Dec 2009 | Add A Review

Great course to play, greens nearly back to a high standard after renovations, fairways not as close. Course is well maintained.

PROS

  • Complimentry Range Balls

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248. Lynn | Rated | 15 Dec 2009 | Add A Review

Very impressed – especially for the price re course renovation special.
There were really only 2 greens that were still quite heavily sanded & we barely noticed the cored fairways or tee boxes.

249. CAPHB | Rated | 15 Dec 2009 | Add A Review

Lakelands is the first propper golf course we’ve played on the GC.
Propper bag drop, no hassle pro shop, friendly staff etc.
Despite ongoing maintenance it was in great shape.
The first course we’ve played in Oz with both Meters and Yards on signs and sprinklerheads.
GPS im the carts would be an asset.
Had a great day and recomend it over Hope Island or Palm Meadows.

250. nabrahams | Rated | 13 Dec 2009 | Add A Review

Even though the course was undergoing renovations, it was a wonderful day. Please let us know when the next discounted offers are available.

251. GlenW | Rated | 13 Dec 2009 | Add A Review

Despite the course maintenance this course is still one of the best to play on. The layout is a real "risk to reward" course. If your prepared to have a go then there are birdie opportunities but take too much risk and look at writing down a double or worse.

I always enjoy this course

PROS

  • Great Layout
  • Friendly Staff

Cons

  • Normal price is a little too high

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252. thebeerman | Rated | 10 Dec 2009 | Add A Review

Played for the special renovation rate and course enjoyed by all in the group,only one green seemed slower than others to recover from recent core.Warm day saw frequent drink cart rounds which was well received by all,and course still rates in my top three in gold coast region.All four of us keen to return with course in peak condition regardless of cost.The strong wind did hinder a couple of shots coming home on the back nine.After the round cold beers and air conditioned clubhouse rounded off a great day off work.

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253. barry61202 | Rated | 10 Dec 2009 | Add A Review

Even though the course was under maintenance, it was still a pleasure to play. There are some great holes on a well designed course.

254. mspatmtfc | Rated | 08 Dec 2009 | Add A Review

just played the course 07/12/09, it was under renovations on both greens and fairways, still able to play a round and thought it would be a good challlenge when in perfect condition. layout was good and surrounds a delight, nice staff too so will look forward to going back

255. muzza233 | Rated | 07 Dec 2009 | Add A Review

hey guys course is in renovations apart from that i had to korean people
in front of us not raking the bunkers and driving on to the green marshall took care of that BUT WHAT I DONT UNDER STAND IS WHY WOULD ONE WALK THROUGH TTHE BUNKER JUST TO GET TO THE BALL INSTEAD OF WALKING AROUND THE BUNKER .AND FINALLY END UP RAKING THE BUNKER THEN WALKING ACROSS IT AFTER DOING SO (LEAVING FOOT MARKS AGAIN )
STUPID PEOPLE

256. brohisacr | Rated | 07 Dec 2009 | Add A Review

Excellent course even when it was under renovation

257. russell195695 | Rated | 05 Dec 2009 | Add A Review

Excellent value,course was great condition even with the greens sanded.

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258. pjarmer | Rated | 05 Dec 2009 | Add A Review

Love this golfcourse! cored greens made the cost of play very cheap and did not make our round less pleasure.

259. rogocrojab | Rated | 04 Dec 2009 | Add A Review

Even under renovation it is a great course. Best on the Gold Coast.

260. StueyO | Rated | 30 Nov 2009 | Add A Review

Magnificent course. The 17th hole has to be one of the most beautiful on the coast. The staff were extremely thoughtful – they even left ice in our esky in the golf buggy! We will definitely be back.

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261. tyelino | Rated | 29 Nov 2009 | Add A Review

All Course fairways have been corred.(Payed appropriate price considering)
Greens were fine.
Course is a little brown.

Very tough bunkering system. I think i hit 13 fairway bunkers out of the 18 holes.

Will be back when the course is back in good shape

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262. Holmsey1 | Rated | 28 Nov 2009 | Add A Review

Great Course, The course was in excellent condition considering that annual maintenance was being carried out.

263. dobrathil | Rated | 27 Nov 2009 | Add A Review

Very enjoyable and a great experience, staff were very friendly and welcoming. The greens were fair but fast, overall the course was in great condition considering the renovations in progress. It has a great layout with a few holes that made u really think how u were going to play them.

Would defiantly play here again great course.

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264. liwrevipr | Rated | 24 Nov 2009 | Add A Review

From being greeted at the bag drop off at the start of the day to the refreshing ale at the end of the round the Lakelands experience was fantastic. The course was in great condition, despite some minor repairs around the fringes of the greens. The fairways were lush and the greens challenging. A pleasure.

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265. acemcrae | Rated | 16 Nov 2009 | Add A Review

Very tricky layout. Not a long course, but well protected by dense vegetation and good bunkering. Great sand in the bunkers. Very well manicured course, with friendly staff and nice facilities. The large greens offer a great target but no certainty of getting up and down. Good rewards for taking a risky line. Good fun.

266. stevenbaron | Rated | 05 Nov 2009 | Add A Review

As always, the course was beautifully presented and in wonderful condition. A marvelous test of Nicklaus golf, with challenging long and short holes.

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267. shelsta1 | Rated | 28 Oct 2009 | Add A Review

What a great golf course. We played from the white markers. The fairways were very generous and the greens were running true to line (2 birdies to prove it) The condition of the course was outstanding given the lack of rain on the Gold Coast. We rate this course as one of the best on the Gold Coast and most enjoyable. The 14th hole requires one of the shortest shots for a par 3 but must be accurate to miss a waterfall in front of the green. An absolutely stunning hole. We believe their greens are to be cored late November

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268. stobrafra | Rated | 19 Oct 2009 | Add A Review

Nice course, not as challenging as i thought it would be, most holes straight up, no dog legs etc..In fairly good condition, balls roll a mile on the fairways, greens in good nick. Staff were pretty good but play a little slow.

269. 17lee | Rated | 16 Oct 2009 | Add A Review

Hi,
Played lakelands yesterday ,value for money is all i can say
Thank you for making it affordable for my mates and i

Dave lee

270. brisbanedrive | Rated | 06 Oct 2009 | Add A Review

Great Course! Its a course that rewards a well thought strategy. A good mix of holes with plenty of water and sand. The condition is great, but beware the greens, they were really quick. I’d definitely play again.

271. ninejedri | Rated | 03 Oct 2009 | Add A Review

Course was in excellent condition. Fairways were immaculate and greens were very responsive.
Staff were very kind and play was relatively quick.
Club championships were being played following day so there were some tricky pin positions,

272. Frogontheriver | Rated | 22 Sep 2009 | Add A Review

Played Lakelands on recent visit to the Gold Coast. Had heard lots of mixed reports about the course. Found the course (greens in particular)in excellent condition. Good collection of par 3’s. Will definitely be going back if I’m on the Coast.

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273. thebigwoohoo | Rated | 03 Sep 2009 | Add A Review

Not as scary as I thought it would be. Nice layout and a good challange. The Staff are friendly and helpful. Their carts or card could do with a map because us first-timers got quite lost after the 5th!

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274. linds | Rated | 14 Aug 2009 | Add A Review

Our final destination of 4 days of golf. Compared favourably with others played-probably better than most. The layout was fair but our golf couldn’t compete on the day. Had waited 2 years to play this course as our day in 2007 was a total washout. par 3’s a delight

275. MikeLongrigg | Rated | 20 Jul 2009 | Add A Review

A nice course and in good condition. However play was incredibly slow..5 hours to get around and waiting on almost every shot..very frustrating.

Also for a first time player of the course we found the signage to the next tee to be inadequate and non existent in some cases.

276. magpie1402 | Rated | 28 Jun 2009 | Add A Review

I had a great day playing at Lakelands, its a really nice layout. I played there with my son and were made very welcome. The only down side was that the carts were not allowed on the fairways due to the heavy rain they’d had on the coast during the week, but that was understandable.

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277. mitch_hugo | Rated | 18 Jan 2009 | Add A Review

I come up to Lakelands once a year and find it in pretty good condition. Not the most challenging of courses, low markers usually score well here, a good test of golf for anyone over say, a 10 handicap though. I think a little expensive given the standard of the some of the surrounding courses, but worth a visit all the same. 17th hole a highlight.

278. JohnGSalter | Rated | 23 Aug 2008 | Add A Review

Hmmm. I loved it. Maybe it suited my game. We just came off it this week – 22 Aug 2008. The greens held. the puts rolled true. And at this time of the year many other gold coasts greens do neither.

279. Sandplay | Rated | 17 Mar 2008 | Add A Review

This course is not playing in the same category as its price range. Layout was less than inspiring and course conditioning was plain disappointing. Staff were generally lacklustre with a few notable exceptions. Was later told this is a sorry consequence of a recent member exodus (extended public access?) so club funds are not what they once were. The past reviews here would indicate a club in decline. Any comparison to the Melbourne sandbelt courses is pure nonsense. Not in the same ballpark.

280. rocketdog | Rated | 16 Jan 2008 | Add A Review

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281. grantss | Rated | 19 Nov 2007 | Add A Review

Take along lots of balls, and a hybrid.

Very over-rated, this course. Rough is atrocious – even the first cut has your ball sinking into the grass so much that often nothing is visible. You can only get it out with a hybrid. Second cut is trees and bush, so your ball is gone.

Also, much water. Between the rough and the water, you are in for a very expensive day, in terms of balls lost. Losing golf balls is not my idea of fun, hence I am unlikely to play here again.

282. tigertee | Rated | 30 Oct 2007 | Add A Review

Played this course twice on a recent holiday and it will always provide you with an enjoyable round, it will also treat you well if you are a bit off your A-game. Fairways, bunkers and greens were in great condition on our visit and staff were excellent.

283. terryyoungw | Rated | 20 Nov 2006 | Add A Review

I have played Royal Melbourne, Huntingdale etc and they are great! This is close but not there. Definitely worth playing.

284. Tapey | Rated | 18 May 2006 | Add A Review

Despite this being the most expensive course I have played I enjoyed it tremendously. Second only to The Glades in my opinion it presented a challenging but fair test of my less than stellar golfing skills.

I highly recommend it.

285. richardgore | Rated | 30 Nov 2005 | Add A Review

I played at Lakelands late last week. I had previously played at both Robina Woods and the Glades (both nearby), and was disappointed with the service and state of the Lakelands layout. It was the most expensive of the three courses, but the course lacked a little something, and only had in my opinion one very nice par 3 on the back nine. Definitely worth going to the Glades or Robina Woods instead

286. cheffy73 | Rated | 17 Oct 2005 | Add A Review

Wow I have played some good courses around the world but when it comes to the total golfing experience this place has it all, Pristine fairways, true greens,

also some very tricky holes, plan to go back on my next holidays

287. leemickelson | Rated | 23 Nov 2004 | Add A Review

As soon as you arrive at Lakelands you are greeted by their friendly staff who take your bag across to your cart and thus the beginning of a first class golfing experience. The course is presented in superb condition and the greens roll extremely well, even if they don't look as good as the greens down south. There are many memorable holes at Lakelands however my favourites are the par 5 5th hole, which is a dogleg right with water left and bunkers left and right off the tee. The second shot needs to negotiate a myriad of bunkers short and right if you want to get to the green. The short par 4 7th is another memorable hole where the 2nd shot must negotiate water short and left of the green. The signature hole would surely have to be the short par 3 14th hole which is about 140m from the back pegs. There is water cascading down waterfalls from the back left to the front of the green. It truly is a spectacular hole. All in all Lakelands is a pleasure to play and it is not brutally long. The clubhouse has wonderful facilities to complement the golf course. It's a must play on the Gold Coast.

288. korned108 | Rated | 28 Jan 2003 | Add A Review

This is a course which I found a pleasure to play.

The fairways were lush, the greens were perfect, and the design will want you coming back for more.

The are a number of holes which will stay in your mind for a long time.

Well worth the green fees.

289. andrew14966 | Rated | 26 Dec 2002 | Add A Review

A great new(ish) course. Not too long. The occasional iron off the tee served me well.

This is not a scary course, but a very enjoyable one.

Well worth the trip.

290. ianraw | Rated | 16 Sep 2002 | Add A Review

Any trip to the Gold Coast without playing Lakelands is a lost chance to experience one of the best courses in Australia. Lakelands would have to be the best presented and prepared golf course on the Gold Coast. The staff create an atmosphere that makes one feel that they are the one and only player on the course. Thank you Lakelands for a great day.

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