Yas Acres Golf & Country Club is a modern golf and leisure venue in the heart of the Yas Acres community on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. The peaceful desert landscape provides a welcome break from the island’s entertainment attractions, while Yas Mall, Ferrari World, Yas Waterworld and Yas Marina Circuit are all within a short drive.

Opened in 2021, the course was designed by Dana Fry and Jason Straka. The nine-hole layout plays to a par of 36 and measures approximately 3,700 yards, or 3,383 metres, from its longest tees. Despite having only nine holes, the course occupies around 130 acres and includes several long, demanding holes that provide a proper test for experienced golfers.

A low, winding ridge runs through the centre of the course and creates much of its movement. Golfers encounter raised landing areas, changing slopes and carefully shaped greens, while a lake and stream system follows the layout. These water features also support areas of native desert planting, helping the course blend naturally into its surroundings.

Large bunkers provide another major part of the challenge, with water coming into play on four holes. The layout rewards sensible positioning, as drives placed on the correct side of the fairway provide a clearer route towards the green. Golfers who become too aggressive can quickly find sand, water or an awkward lie on the central ridgeline.

The entire course is floodlit, allowing golfers to play after sunset when temperatures are generally more comfortable. This makes Yas Acres particularly useful for a quick evening round, an arrival-day game or an extra round during a longer Abu Dhabi golf holiday. Visitors can book tee times directly rather than requiring a private-member invitation.

Practice facilities include a large driving range, putting greens and a spacious short-game area with chipping greens and practice bunkers. Every practice area is floodlit, while daily practice passes are available to visiting golfers. Coaching is provided through the Viya Golf Performance Institute, with programmes designed for beginners, juniors and more experienced players looking to improve particular parts of their game.

Away from the course, the country club offers a swimming pool, gym, padel courts and the Little Acres Kids Club. Dining options include Roots Bar & Kitchen, which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner beside floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the golf course, as well as Acres Grill House and The Black Room.

Yas Acres was named the World’s Best Nine-Hole Golf Course at the 2024 and 2025 World Golf Awards. The recognition reflects the quality of its design, conditioning and facilities, while its relaxed country-club atmosphere makes it approachable for golfers across a wide range of abilities.

At Hashtag Golf Travel, we recommend Yas Acres Golf & Country Club for golfers looking for a shorter but high-quality round on Yas Island. It works especially well alongside Yas Links, Saadiyat Beach Golf Club and Abu Dhabi Golf Club, adding an enjoyable floodlit experience to a wider Abu Dhabi golf holiday. The family facilities also make it a strong option for mixed groups and golfers travelling with children.