I first joined this club as a student for a year for a fantastic discounted deal…read more This was ideal during the week when I did not have classes at University and could make it to the course with friends. The weekends however were a tad busier, as are most golf courses, although the waiting times became quite a nuisance so I made it a priority to play during the week. The course provides great variation, with holes long and short in the front 9, testing all aspects of your game, with the back 9 featuring long straight holes with trickier greens, particularly their positioning. The drainage problems experienced during winter have been fixed and Akarana is a great course for all levels, providing a nice challenge especially for beginners.

In my opinion, this is one of the nicest golf courses in Auckland, especially for the price. The…read moregreens here are so smooth that sometimes I just want to rub my cheek up against them as if it were silk. Anyway, enough about me and my strange grass fetish, let's move on to more about golf. This course is both beautiful and challenging. Those hard greens can be a curse sometimes as the ball just wants to keep on rolling, especially on the downhill slopes. On most days it is quite expensive to play here, but on a Monday and Tuesday it is an incredible bargain at almost half the price; too good to pass up really. Another advantage of playing this course is its central location, not too far from most places around the city.

A beautiful classic. A great golf club/club rooms with a view of the course. We went to a private…read morefunction there. The space was awesome. Excellent bar prices and the food options for catering was excellent. The view from the main rooms over the golf course is stunning.

Ok. If you are in Auckland and want to play golf, this is not the place to play. There are too many…read moreother options that are far better in quality and customer service. First, Titirangi Golf Club would really rather you play somewhere else. This is evidenced by the 225 dollar green fee they demand. Gulf Harbour, Remeuera Golf Club, Muriwai Golf Club and Windross Farms are far better courses and are half the price. Only one explanation: Titirangi doesn't want or need you but If you have 225 dollars to throw away, they will take it. The course is not that bad but neither is it note worthy. Remuera and Windross Farms are design masterpieces not far from Auckland City. If you want to venture out some forty five minutes away, Muriwai Golf Club on the west coast and Gulf Harbour on the east coast demonstrate New Zealand's nautical appeal. Both tracks are exceptional layouts with majestic views of the Tasman and Hauraki Gulf respectively. Go play!

The main reason why this course is so good is because of its location. It's pretty easy to find out…read morein West Auckland and not very far at all from the city centre. And even though it's situated in a prime location, it is still reasonably cheap; $30 will get you a full round of golf here on most days. That is good stuff for a pretty decent course. It's not too hard nor is it too long, it's just right. There's nothing especially different about this course that makes it stand out from the rest, but I suppose you need to sacrifice some beautiful scenery for a convenient central city location. Note: Most golf courses operate from first light until last. This changes depending on the time of year of course, but generally the opening hours are around 7am - 5pm.

Maungakiekie Golf Club is an interesting golf course which is conveniently located in Central…read moreAuckland. Maungakiekie is affordable, charging $20 for 9 holes on week days and $30 for 9 holes on weekends. The club staff and members are relatively friendly and welcoming. However, there are several problems with the course which has somewhat ruined my experience playing here. Me and my family have played at this course at least five to six times now after deciding to look for a course which was closer to our home and more affordable than some of the other courses we have played. Every time I have played a round here, the course has been extremely muddy and the fairways are inadequacy maintained with knee high grass evident in some places only approximatley five feet from the side of the fairway. Unfortunately, due to the constant dampness of the course and the constant protruding mud, you are guaranteed to loose dozens of balls here even if you play a good straight shot! Due to the course conditions and the obvious problems they have with drainage, there is considerable surface water evident on just about every hole. For Maungakiekie to become a better and more popular course, urgent course maintenance is required if they want to renew memberships and attract new players.

Beautiful course set in one of Auckland's nicer suburbs…read more Parkland style with a lot of trees, houses and evil greens and bunkers. The clubrooms are nice and the bar well equipped - perfectly serviceable pro shop and generally a well- heeled demographic.

One of the more exclusive courses in Auckland, Remuera Golf Club is a great course and very…read moreenjoyable - if you play straight. We played one Friday afternoon and managed to negotiate a deal with the staff member for 9 holes for $30 (a bargain considering the usual price of the course - usually $120 for a full round for a non-affiliate. This was well worth it, with the course being immaculate - the greens slightly fast, and testing, but the whole experience made us willing to return and pay full price next time. My brother was previously a junior member at the club and there were great coaching programmes in place with tuition and junior member fees drastically cheaper and a superb way to become involved in the club, if any 10 year olds are reading this. The club is quite a tight-knit community with a solid social scene. The twilight golf competition and comes highly recommended, a great way to unwind (or get wound up) after work, depending on how you want to play it.

This is one of my most favourite places to bring my dog, the lawns are so vast and the views are…read moreincredible here. Parking is easy as there is lots of free parking on site and navigating the grounds is also a cinch because of the walking track. I have never let my dog off the leash here it just doesn't feel right for some reason? I am unsure what the official rules are regarding dogs but it's better to be safe. The TSB Wallace Arts Centre also makes this place extra special standing majestically in the middle of the grounds. I like to pretend that it is my house and I'm simply taking a walk around my endless garden. If you are fitness focused, this place really can deliver as a walking or running destination as it is quite a large circuit with lots of inclines and declines! The views here as mentioned before also make it an excellent spot for a romantic picnic (tried and tested).

Monte Cecilia lies semi-hidden , off Hillsborough and Mt Albert Road - with the best parking up by…read morethe Pah Homestead, where the TSB James Wallace Art Gallery resides. The park spreads out from this high point , curving away down to the road on one side, the school on the other, and looking out over the Manukau Harbor on the far right. The park has the biggest collection of Northern Hemisphere trees in New Zealand - and they are certainly big themselves. When I play disc golf here, I usually have to dedicate at least half an hour to climbing trees to retrieve discs- provided, of course, they aren't at the very top of an old oak tree. There is a course available at : http://www.discgolf.co.nz/monteCourseDescription.htm, but the map can be a bit confusing - so it's worth contacting the contact available on that page to get shown around. Afterwards you can stop off for a coffee in the cafe, or head to Cameron Pools for a nice dip.

Walking into a golf store is quite intimidating, and the Golf Warehouse is no exception. This place…read morescares the shit out of me for some reason. I enter this shop and instantly get disoriented. But the staff are a good friendly bunch who are always willing to help. It's impossible for me to leave the store without making a purchase (well I guess I go here with that intention from the beginning). The super discounted bargain bins near the entrance of the store are usually pretty sweet if you can find something. This place exists for all your golfing needs. They have these cool indoor driving ranges at the back of the store where you can test out the equipment before buying it. I don't know much about golf, but buying an expensive club that you later find you cannot hit well is more than just annoying.

From the owner: Located in the heart of Auckland city Golf Warehouse Superstore is a mecca for golfers. Covering an…read moreentire floor of the big yellow Golf Warehouse building it features NZ's largest selection of Golf equipment, clothing and accessories under one roof. Featuring 3 indoor fitting simulators (with market leading Foresight Launch monitors) to custom fit you to the perfect clubs, it also features a full size indoor putting green (with 100's of putters to try out), 1,000's of pairs of shoes and 100's of fantastic deals at any given time along with extensive parking on site. We also have NZ's largest fitting studio powered by Peter Ranford and the team at Boom Golf Custom Clubfitters. Drop in next time you are passing through and we guarantee you won't be disappointed. We are New Zealand's largest and most trusted golf retail company - with 10 stores and 3 driving ranges nationwide and the largest online golf store in NZ we've got you covered.

Had a great club fitting with Alana. Very accurate and am enjoying the clubs with my few rounds of…read more9 completed so far.

Nine holes of par threes; this is not really a golf course but more of a practice area for your…read moreirons and wedges. And for that purpose it suits just fine. This place is perfect for beginners who have never played golf before, or the more advanced player wanting to have a bit of fun. It probably takes no more than an hour to finish this course, which is perfect if you can manage to skive off work early, or for an extended lunch break. The course itself is nothing amazing, rather poor greens, non-existent fairways, and few hazards, but for $12 you can't really ask for much more. If you haven't got the skill, time, or money to play a proper 18 hole course, then come here for a hit.

When my sister and I arrived at Enchanted Forest Mini Golf a few weekends ago, we were wowed! From…read morethe range of holes and facilities, to the friendly owner who was very helpful and chatted to all of his customers. This was really great considering I haven't received this kind of service at other mini golf places around Auckland. We really enjoyed the variety of holes. Sounds weird I know but Enchanted Forest Mini Golf seriously has two of the coolest holes we have ever seen! The first one you have to hit your golf ball through chains - it sounds harder than you think! The second hole was unique for sure. The hole is completely surrounded by netting. The aim is to hit your ball as hard as you can (it sits on a raised platform), and if possible, hit the bullseye up top, ultimately to get a 'hole in one'. Again, it is harder than you think, but it is loads of fun! Plus, all the kids around us really enjoyed it! Another highlight is that the space around the mini golf course is very large! There is a shop where you purchase your tickets and other things like cold drinks and ice creams. There are also plenty of tables and chairs, plus you can use their BBQ's located onsite (free to use if you play one round of mini golf). This would be perfect for a birthday party or family gathering. An added bonus is that there is a Countdown right next door - easy to stock up on food beforehand! I guess the only negative would be that it is a little rough around the edges but it definitely feels like you're in a forest (or bush!). Interesting fact - the space used to be a park, and instead of removing everything, they have kept all the original trees and plants which is nice to see - we even saw a Kauri tree! Overall, Enchanted Forest Mini Golf is the best I have tried in Auckland so far. The added bonuses (unique 'net' hole, BBQ's, supermarket next door and location) really make this mini golf worth going to, not just to play a few games, but also to get a group of family and friends along and have a BBQ lunch or dinner afterwards!

From the owner: Our 18 hole Mini Golf course is built inside a park and comes complete with mature trees and…read moregardens that provide privacy, shade and tons of fun! With 18 international length holes and a course designed and built by a golfer - for golfers, we provide a genuine challenge and fun for all ages. We are focused on the children's fun, but with one eye on the "big kid's" entertainment too. With a selection of piped music around the grounds, native birdsong and park atmosphere the Enchanted Forest is relaxing and fun for the grown-ups too, with charm, character and a beautiful setting. If you think you know this course, then think again! We have some exciting changes underway, with a huge tidy up and re-planting programme, the roll out of a course make-over and a coffee bar on the way. With free use of our picnic tables and BBQ's, our aim is to ensure that everyone has a fun and a relaxing day Enchanted Forest style - for a great price.

Before I even teed off at the Waitemata Golf Club, I knew that I was going to have to adapt my…read moregame, "...she is short and tight..." they told me; innuendos aside, they were not too far from being wrong. For someone who normally hits and hopes, this course was fun and forgiving, and it did benefit to take a club or two less, in exchange for a better lie. As part of a golf group, the management offered us a competitive rate, and the course delivered. It was a fun day out, and you don't end the day feeling tired or defeated, like you'd feel having played a hilly course. Waitemata might be flat, but she's more than willing to inflict a few more innuendos on your golf. As for my score, let's just say I was buying the drinks.