New dawn for golf in Türkiye breaks with the opening of the Dalaman Golf Club
The Dalaman Golf Club, one of this year’s most anticipated golf course design projects, has officially launched - signally the dawn of a new era for golf in the region and Türkiye.
The region’s first golf venue, The Dalaman Golf Club welcomed golfers for the first time on August 30 for an exclusive Founding Preview Invitational tournament, bringing together the club’s new golf offering with the signature hospitality and service excellence associated with Hilton Dalaman Sarıgerme Resort & Golf, ahead of the course officially opening for play on September 1.
Chosen to coincide with Türkiye’s Victory Day, the exclusive Founding event offered prospective members and visitors the opportunity to not only play the new par-72 championship course but also enjoy the club’s wider amenities including a driving range featuring the latest Trackman technology, extensive short-game practice facilities and a striking new clubhouse.
Featuring a red-and-white colour palette inspired by the colours of the Turkish flag, the tournament was played in an individual Stableford format, with men wearing specially created white polo shirts and red caps, while ladies donned red polo shirts and white caps.
Callum Kenny, from Prenton GC in Merseyside, was the leading scorer on the day after taking first place in the Category A division with 39 points. Can Özede claimed top honours in Category B with 32 points while Maddison Merritt beat Deborah Garnett on countback to win first prize in the ladies’ competition with 31 points.
The Founding Preview Invitational marked the beginning of an exciting new journey for The Dalaman Golf Club. More than the inaugural tournament of a new golf course, the event represented an important first step in the development of a new golf culture in Dalaman and the surrounding region, while supporting the area’s emergence as an international golf tourism destination.
Designed by the International Design Group, The Dalaman Golf Club is situated just 20 minutes from Dalaman International Airport and has been created in one of the most ecologically rich areas in southwest Türkiye on a site bordered by long beaches, diverse vegetation and lakes that serve as a stopover for migratory birds.
Measuring 6,152 metres from the back tees (6,728 yards) and built on natural sandy soil using the finest sustainable practices, the layout features sweeping uninterrupted views of the Mediterranean. Complementing the course is facilities including a 20-bay driving range - with ten bays featuring TrackMan Range technology - a putting green, a short-game area, a clubhouse, a restaurant and a halfway house.
Alongside The Dalaman Golf Club is the impressive Hilton Dalaman Sarıgerme Resort & Golf. Opened in 2009, the resort boasts an enviable location on the edge of the Dalaman River, where the Mediterranean and Aegean Sea meet, for guests to enjoy. Featuring a choice of luxury accommodation, the ultra-all-inclusive resort offers an outstanding array of sports and lifestyle facilities, a private beach and a wide selection of bars and restaurants showcasing a variety of local and international cuisines.
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About Hilton Dalaman Sarıgerme Resort & Golf
Hilton Dalaman Sarigerme Resort & Golf is a luxurious, family-friendly five-star resort set on 74 acres of landscaped gardens, located at the meeting point of the turquoise Aegean and Mediterranean seas. The resort is within walking distance of Sarıgerme town and, only a 20-minute drive from Dalaman International Airport, blends natural beauty with modern comfort.
The resort features a total of 550 rooms, suites and luxurious Lake House suites. Many rooms offer stunning views of the mountains, river or sea, while suites provide added indulgences such as private plunge pools, saunas and spacious terraces. The Lake houses offer an elevated sense of privacy and comfort, with exclusive piers, serene lagoon surroundings and direct access to the water.
Guests can enjoy an “ultra-all-inclusive” concept, with a rich culinary offering across multiple venues - including buffet and à la carte restaurants serving Turkish, Italian, Asian, Indian and Mediterranean cuisine, plus a variety of bars, cafés and snack outlets.
Leisure and wellness facilities include ten pools, two seasonal waterparks, (one for adults and one for children) and a private sandy beach stretching across 650 metres, while The Elysion Spa provides 18 treatment rooms, VIP suites, Turkish bath, multiple saunas, steam rooms, relaxation pool and bespoke wellness rituals.
Active guests have plenty of options, with the resort offering tennis courts, a 24-hour fitness centre, water sports (including diving, windsurfing, canoeing, SUP and sea kayaking), archery, yoga, Zumba and more. Families are well catered for with Capri Kidz Paradise and a full range of children’s entertainment, as well as dedicated experiences for younger guests at the Youngster’s Club.
Hilton Dalaman Sarıgerme is well-equipped for business and events, with its flexible congress centre having the capacity to host up to 1,000 people, providing modern meeting and banquet facilities.