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01Overview of Club 72 (formerly Sky 72), the largest golf mecca in the Seoul metropolitan area next to Incheon Airport
Club 72 (formerly Sky 72), located on Yeongjong Island in Jung-gu, Incheon, is a large-scale public golf course boasting excellent accessibility, reachable within approximately 30 to 40 minutes from Seoul and the western metropolitan area. Having transformed a former wasteland into a world-class public golf complex, it is gaining new vitality with its reopening under the Wonder Club brand in April 2023.
The iconic features of Club 72 are the refreshing view of airplanes flying overhead from Incheon International Airport and the wide-open, expansive feel of the vast, flat reclaimed land. With a total of 72 holes, the facility features four standard 18-hole courses (Sky, Ocean, Lake, and Classic), a 9-hole Dunes Course, and a large driving range with 300 bays (Dream Range and One Drive), allowing golfers of all skill levels—from beginners to professionals—to experience a diverse golf lifestyle.
02Analysis of Characteristics and Strategy Points for the 5 Courses
At Club 72, the nature of the game changes completely depending on which course you choose. Selecting a course that matches your playing style and difficulty preference determines your satisfaction with the round.
1. Hanul Course (18 holes): This is a premium course designed by FINEAM. Rock formations and wildflowers create an exotic, breathtaking landscape set against the backdrop of the West Sea, Incheon Bridge, and airplanes soaring through the sky. The soft bentgrass provides a golfing experience akin to walking on a carpet, and a dedicated clubhouse is operated for the Hanul Course.
2. Ocean Course (18 holes): Designed by Jack Nicklaus, this is a prestigious tournament course that has hosted numerous KPGA and LPGA events. It features large bunkers running along the fairways, undulations, and a long course length. It is a challenging course for advanced players that requires precise shots and bunker avoidance strategies.
3. Lake Course (18 Holes): Designed by FINEAM, this Florida garden-style course is a strategic venue where the KPGA Pro Test was held. Natural swamps and lakes surround the fairways, requiring precise distance control and strategic judgment between adventure and safety. Kentucky Bluegrass is installed on the course.
4. Classic Course (18 Holes): This is a flat resort course designed by Robin Nelson. With minimal elevation changes and wide landing areas, it is perfect for beginners or golfers who prefer a comfortable round. It features a cozy, traditional garden-style layout.
5. Dunes Course (9 holes): This treeless, open-field links-style course is ideal for a practical, no-caddy self-guided round. You can experience the thrill of hitting low-trajectory shots through the sea breeze.
03Clubhouse Location and Tips for Using Amenities
The most important thing to note when visiting Club 72 is the location of the clubhouses for each course. You must clearly verify your destination when setting your navigation.
• Bada Clubhouse (Integrated Base Camp for Ocean, Lake, and Classic Courses): 392, Gonghangdong-ro, Jung-gu, Incheon (Unseo-dong). Since the parking lot is divided into 'Ocean', 'Lake', and 'Classic' zones, parking in the zone corresponding to your reserved course will be convenient for the caddy to load your bag after your round. Self-check-in kiosks and a Kookmin Bank ATM are available in the lobby and basement, and an ice machine for replenishing ice packs is also provided.
• Sky Course Clubhouse (Separate private space): 267, Gonghangdong-ro 135beon-gil, Jung-gu, Incheon. Please be careful of the distance as it is located completely separate from the Sea Clubhouse.
• Dream Dunes & Driving Range: 1F, 42, Yeongjonghaeanbuk-ro 847beon-gil, Incheon. It features a 300m full-length one-drive hitting bay and a natural grass short game practice range. Customers playing a round on the same day receive a 50% discount on driving range usage.
04Information on Green Fees, Cart Fees, Caddie Fees, and Dining
Club 72's rates and service options vary depending on the booking season and course.
• Green Fee & Cost Examples: The standard green fee for the Ocean Course is around 240,000 KRW. With the annual group/local resident discount (15%) applied, the actual payment per person is approximately 212,000 KRW (including cart fee). Based on a Sunday afternoon tee-off, the total cost is around 215,000 KRW, comprising a green fee of 150,000 KRW, a cart fee of 25,000 KRW (per person), and a caddie fee of 40,000 KRW (per person). Additionally, affordable green fees in the 50,000 to 80,000 KRW range are sometimes available during early bird dawn tee times or special offers for hot weather or night events. For the Sky Course, weekend green fees are set at around 320,000 KRW.
• Cart and Caddie Fees: Standard cart fees have been adjusted from the previous 150,000 KRW to a new 180,000 KRW per team, and caddie fees range from 140,000 KRW to 160,000 KRW (up to 170,000 KRW depending on the situation). Limousine carts can be requested upon advance reservation, and no-caddie monorail carts are available on select courses, such as the Lake Course.
• Clubhouse Breakfast: A la carte breakfast items at the Sea Course Clubhouse Restaurant are priced around 25,000 won, while hangover soup and bibimbap range from 20,000 to 25,000 won. When checking in at the Sky Course, a breakfast buffet including both Korean and Western dishes is available for 10,000 won. At the Sea Course Shelter, you can enjoy tteokbokki and makgeolli sets, take-out iced coffee (around 12,000 won per person), and more.
05Yeongjongdo Restaurant & Cafe Guide by Pre- and Post-Round Itinerary
You can create a productive itinerary by checking in advance the routes entering Yeongjongdo and information on nearby restaurants perfect for satisfying your hunger after a round of golf.
1. Yeongjong Bridge Rest Area (Simple breakfast)
Located on the way to the golf course past Yeongjong Bridge, this rest area is perfect for a light meal before teeing off. Skewered udon (7,500 won) and fried tofu udon (6,000 won) are popular, and the menu is well-stocked with snack foods such as pork cutlet and ramen.
2. Seonnyeopung Branch No. 2 (Yeongjongdo Mulhoe Specialty Restaurant)
• Address: Seonnyeopung Branch 2, 386 Yongyuseo-ro, Yeongjong-gu, Incheon
• Features: This is a representative mulhoe restaurant on Yeongjongdo Island, perfect for a refreshing after-party with companions following a round of golf. It has the advantage of more convenient parking compared to the main branch. The single signature dish is a refreshing mulhoe generously filled with various seafood, and for a side dish, we recommend pairing it with abalone porridge, which is savory and richer than regular dumplings.
3. Jeonju Restaurant (Yeongjongdo Neat Hanjeongsik)
• Features: This is a restaurant specializing in grilled fish, spicy stir-fried pork, and stone pot rice, offering a refined Jeonju-style set meal. It is highly popular among golfers and group gatherings for its generous portions and a variety of side dishes with a clean yet deep flavor. The Jeonju Bibimbap and Bean Sprout Soup are also excellent. For breakfast, consider the nearby Haetteulnal Restaurant, while for a full meal after a round, you might also want to consider Haesong Ssambap or Eulwangri Naru Hanjeongsik. Since the evening closing time tends to be a bit early, it is recommended to check the hours before visiting.
06club14's The Course Tip: Playing by Reading the Wind and Strategy
Club 72 is located on reclaimed land, so sea breezes act as the biggest variable during a round. Rather than relying solely on the readings from the laser rangefinder, it is necessary to be flexible and select one or two clubs with a margin of error by taking into account the wind direction and strength on site.
Rather than being complacent about the wide fairway, if you identify the locations of hazards and bunkers on the left and right sides of the course in advance, and practice putting at the putting range before the round to get a feel for the actual green speed and distance of about 2.4m to 2.5m before stepping onto the tee box, you will be able to secure a satisfactory score.