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Jinshi Golf Club is recognized as one of China's rare true seaside courses and was listed among the world's top ten courses shortly after opening.
About
Jinshi Golf Club, also known as Dalian Golden Pebble Beach Golf Club, offers 36 holes of scenic, seaside golf with the Divine Tortoise and Jinying courses designed by Peter L.H. Thompson and Zhu Zongying. Located near the Yellow Sea in the Jinshitan National Tourist Resort, it blends coastal and parkland features amidst hills and water.
Caddie Tip
Caddies are required and players should be aware of negotiations regarding caddie fees – expect caddies to ask for higher tips. Relying heavily on caddies for yardages is necessary, as yardage books are not available and many holes have visual tricks due to dramatic elevation changes and coastal winds.
The Main Challenge
The toughest challenge is dealing with swirling coastal winds and dramatic elevation changes, forcing players to constantly adjust club selection. The finishing holes play perilously close to the seaside cliffs, demanding accuracy and strategy to avoid severe penalties.
The Good
Golfers most appreciate the spectacular seaside holes that play along the cliffs and water, especially the dramatic elevation changes and panoramic views of the Yellow Sea, which give a sense of grandeur seldom found in China.
The Not So Good
Players commonly report issues with over-irrigation leading to wet spots and trouble finding accurate yardage information. Caddie interactions about tipping can be uncomfortable, and language barriers sometimes cause confusion during rounds.
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Clubhouse
The clubhouse features locker rooms, a pro shop, and several dining options, including local seafood specialties. The lounge and terrace offer excellent course and ocean views, though service speed can vary depending on event volume.
Practice Facilities
Full driving range and putting green are available. Practice areas are spacious and provide good short game options, although range balls may be of variable quality and there is limited sheltered cover for inclement weather.
Dress Code:
Standard
No dress code enforced. All attire is permitted.
Collared shirts not required. Clean, athletic or golf-appropriate casual wear is acceptable.
Collared shirts required. No denim, gym wear, or overly casual clothing.
Collared shirts must be tucked in; no cargo or athletic shorts. No hats indoors.
Elite club standards; jackets required indoors, no changing shoes in the parking lot, and specific attire rules based on the area of the facility.
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