Title: TOP Golf Hotels in Manama for 2025 | Expedia.co.uk [Manama Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Manama.dx490)[Hotels in Manama](https://expedia.co.uk/Manama-Hotels.d490.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Manama](https://expedia.co.uk/Manama-Holiday-Rentals.d490.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Manama](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Manama.d490.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Manama](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Manama.d490.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Manama Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Manama.d490.Car-Hire-Guide)[Manama Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Manama.d490.Holidays-City-Breaks) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/522000/522681-capital-governorate.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) # Search Golf Hotels in Manama ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__price_find.svg) ### Change your mind Book hotels with free cancellation ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__deals.svg) ### Treat yourself Save instantly and earn perks with One Key [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__bed.svg) ### Be picky Search almost a million properties worldwide ## Check availability on Manama Golf Hotels Tonight [10 Oct - 11 Oct](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=490&startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-11&adults=2&amenities=GOLF&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Tomorrow [11 Oct - 12 Oct](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=490&startDate=2025-10-11&endDate=2025-10-12&adults=2&amenities=GOLF&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) This weekend [10 Oct - 12 Oct](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=490&startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&adults=2&amenities=GOLF&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Next weekend [17 Oct - 19 Oct](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=490&startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&adults=2&amenities=GOLF&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) ## Top Manama Golf Hotels ![1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/550000/545900/545855/w3836h2556x4y4-86262b6e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/550000/545900/545855/b99ff73d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/550000/545900/545855/abd40845.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/550000/545900/545855/9b5f0db3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Diplomat Radisson BLU Hotel, Residence & Spa Diplomatic Area 8.8/10 Excellent (538) "To add coffee machine in room." £134 includes taxes & fees 11 Oct - 12 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manama-Hotels-The-Diplomat-Radisson-BLU-Hotel.h545855.Hotel-Information) ![Golf](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9120000/9119600/9119508/dcf26563.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Indoor pool, 4 outdoor pools, pool cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9120000/9119600/9119508/822d746b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Banquet hall](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9120000/9119600/9119508/9bbe0dec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9120000/9119600/9119508/3a5b5810.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay Sea Front 9.4/10 Exceptional (448) "Beautiful hotel and amenities " £409 includes taxes & fees 14 Oct - 15 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manama-Hotels-Four-Seasons-Hotel-Bahrain-Bay.h9119508.Hotel-Information) ![Sports facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4450000/4447800/4447774/d5e57849.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4450000/4447800/4447774/7f5f7c23.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![LED TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4450000/4447800/4447774/2b6134e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4450000/4447800/4447774/3c089d87.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Diva Hotel Alfateh 8.4/10 Very good (110) "Nice place. Would stay again. " £88 includes taxes & fees 16 Oct - 17 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manama-Hotels-Diva-Hotel.h4447774.Hotel-Information) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/910700/910602/5a2234bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![2 indoor pools, 3 outdoor pools, free pool cabanas, pool umbrellas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/910700/910602/e2b9b64a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Dinner served, French cuisine, pool views ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/910700/910602/d9e13dba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Dinner served, French cuisine, pool views ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/910700/910602/91008390.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain Seef 9.4/10 Exceptional (254) "Amazing clean no need to go out " £295 includes taxes & fees 26 Oct - 27 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manama-Hotels-The-Ritz-Carlton.h910602.Hotel-Information) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1350000/1343900/1343881/5b7c5731.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1350000/1343900/1343881/46e32443.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1350000/1343900/1343881/5f252c41.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1350000/1343900/1343881/9fc88d05.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Delmon International Hotel Manama Center 6.8/10 (167) "Moorish style hotel- bit frail on the edges, bathroom require upgrading with low water pressure and lukewarm hot water supply. Ok for a couple of days Area is downtown near the Bahrain Gate and local souk. For a total chill and relaxation I would recommend Seef or near to the Avenues Shopping Mall." [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manama-Hotels-Delmon-International-Hotel.h1343881.Hotel-Information) ![1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112810000/112804000/112803960/3d199282.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112810000/112804000/112803960/bb91017a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112810000/112804000/112803960/3cc600cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112810000/112804000/112803960/83d1eb03.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Premium apartment Manama 2 bathrooms sea view, pool, spa, saunas, .... Alfateh £104 includes taxes & fees 11 Oct - 12 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manama-Hotels-Vrbo-Property.h112803960.Hotel-Information) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120290000/120281000/120281000/1a6636d1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120290000/120281000/120281000/cdc3def9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120290000/120281000/120281000/7ae06053.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120290000/120281000/120281000/9d4873cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxury Apartment with Panoramic Sea View - Era View Towers Al Hoora £125 includes taxes & fees 12 Oct - 13 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manama-Hotels-Luxury-Apartment-With-Amazing-Sea-View-In-Manama-Close-To-Landmarks.h120281000.Hotel-Information) ![Front of property – evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/1000000/996000/995910/94296758.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Ambassador Suite | Premium bedding, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/1000000/996000/995910/24cbdc5e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Pool views ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/1000000/996000/995910/4524860e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Couples treatment room(s), steam room, Turkish bath/hammam](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/1000000/996000/995910/8ce32a6c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mövenpick Hotel Bahrain Muharraq 9.4/10 Exceptional (116) "Movenpick in Bahrain was elegant and the pool area at night was quite relaxing!" £116 includes taxes & fees 26 Oct - 27 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Muharraq-Hotels-Movenpick-Hotel-Bahrain.h995910.Hotel-Information) ![Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Private Pool, Sea View | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3540000/3534400/3534356/6ea6aa54.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3540000/3534400/3534356/51a36d95.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Private Pool, Sea View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3540000/3534400/3534356/f3ecbe46.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3540000/3534400/3534356/d0882f97.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa Sea & Spa Zallaq 8.8/10 Excellent (490) "Front desk was just wonderful. Everybody was very nice and helpful." £178 includes taxes & fees 13 Oct - 14 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Zallaq-Hotels-Sofitel-Bahrain-Zallaq-Thalassa-Sea-Spa.h3534356.Hotel-Information) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. [View all properties](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-25®ionId=490&adults=2&location_highlights_explore=golf&sort=RECOMMENDED&openPlayBack=true) ## Top Manama Hotel Reviews ![The Diplomat Radisson BLU Hotel, Residence & Spa](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/550000/545900/545855/w3836h2556x4y4-86262b6e_y.jpg) ### The Diplomat Radisson BLU Hotel, Residence & Spa 10/10 Excellent "Staff very friendly and helped facilitate our onward movement. Food and room were pleasant; comfortable bed!" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Manama-Hotels-The-Diplomat-Radisson-BLU-Hotel.h545855.Hotel-Information) ![Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9120000/9119600/9119508/822d746b_y.jpg) ### Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay 10/10 Excellent "A Perfect Getaway at Four Seasons Bahrain – Exceptional Staff, Views & Service! From the moment we arrived at the Four Seasons Bahrain, everything about our stay felt like a dream. The resort is absolutely stunning, with breathtaking views of the Arabian Gulf and every detail designed for pure relaxation and luxury. But what truly made this trip unforgettable was the incredible service and the amazing people who work there. A very special shout-out to Ally, the pool assistant, who was incredibly kind, professional, and attentive throughout our stay. He went above and beyond to ensure we were always comfortable — and when I accidentally left behind my sunglasses case by the pool, the team personally made sure it was found and returned. That kind of genuine care is what makes this place truly special. The Bay View Lounge was another highlight — a perfect spot to unwind with delicious food, refreshing drinks, and gorgeous views. And of course, the service was outstanding. A big thank you to Iqbal, who welcomed us each time with warmth and a smile, and made every visit feel special with his impeccable hospitality. Also, a big shout-out to Martha, our lovely Customer Experience Host at reception. Her beautiful smile and kind, welcoming nature made us feel instantly at home. She was always ready to assist with anything we needed, and her positive energy truly added to the magic of our stay. From start to finish, this was the perfect holiday — amazing food, luxurious surrounding" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Manama-Hotels-Four-Seasons-Hotel-Bahrain-Bay.h9119508.Hotel-Information) ![The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/910700/910602/5a2234bd_y.jpg) ### The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain 10/10 Excellent "Amazing clean no need to go out " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Manama-Hotels-The-Ritz-Carlton.h910602.Hotel-Information) ## Frequently asked questions ### Are you looking for a golf hotel in Manama? > From golf lessons to clubhouses to evening entertainment, Expedia is the place to book your golfing weekend. Families can enjoy entertainment and museums. Travellers also highly recommend Manama for its array of shops and bars. ### What is the best golf hotel in Manama? > [Diva Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manama-Hotels-Diva-Hotel.h4447774.Hotel-Information) is a top hotel with an adjacent golf course. The hotel also features 5 restaurants, 7 bars, a nightclub and a rooftop terrace. ### How many golf hotels are there in Manama? > Expedia has 1 accommodation option in Manama classified as a golf hotel. ### What should I see and do in Manama while on a golf holiday? > When you're ready for a break from the back nine, you'll discover that Manama has lots to offer. Explore the local sights and attractions with a stop at Manama Souq, Bab Al Bahrain and Juffair Mall. Also, don't miss Bahrain National Museum, The Avenues Bahrain and City Center Mall. ### What is a golf hotel in Manama like? > Golf hotels in Manama provide accommodation and easy access to a golf course. On Expedia, you can find a wide selection of golf hotels which have either a 9+ hole golf course, or that are located next to an 18+ hole golf course. 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