Mashanzhai,
Laishan District, Shandong
The Course:
18 holes. Tree-lined & open parkland. Gently undulating terrain - a few slopes to climb.
Surroundings:
Seaside (Bo Hai Sea, part of the Yellow Sea), coastal woodland and open countryside.
Designer:
Ian Woosnam
[See our page for "Nanshan Intl" for a complete list of the 15 Nanshan Intl courses located on the Shandong Peninsula].
37.450656
121.524668
7 km E of central Yantai.
Yantai Mashanzhai Golf Club (Nanshan Group) is home to a well-rated and always popular golf course. This tree-lined and open parkland layout should not disappoint, with many attractive features and several excellent holes to enjoy. Plenty of golfing challenge, a well-crafted design and usually good upkeep all contribute to the appeal of this course. One to include on your play list if you are in the area.
Stay&Play at Nanshan Mashanzhai: onsite accommodation available.
Visitors welcome on weekdays and weekends.
Must book in advance.
Caddies available.
Good
299 Gangcheng East St, Laishan District, Yantai 264003
+86 535 689 9999
Visit websiteGuests at Crowne Plaza Yantai Sea View can "almost taste the salty air of the Bohai Sea, a 10-minute stroll away". Golden beaches, hiking trails at Yantai Mountain Park and the Ian Woosnam-designed championship Mashanzhai Golf Club "will inspire you to embrace the sea and hills, carpeted with wildflowers on our doorstep." The 700-room, 20-suite hotel is 20 minutes by car from Yantai Laishan International Airport.
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