Both are DP World Tour hosts. Both are championship tests that define Belek's reputation as Europe's premier golf destination. But they play very differently — different design philosophy, different difficulty profile, different facilities, different price. Here's how to choose.
| Montgomerie Maxx Royal | Regnum Carya | |
|---|---|---|
| Designer | Colin Montgomerie | Thomson Perrett & Lobb Golf Course Architects |
| Par / Holes | Par 72 · 18 holes | Par 72 · 18 holes |
| Tour event | Turkish Airlines Open (DP World Tour) | Multiple DP World Tour events |
| Design character | Front 9: water · Back 9: bunkers — two distinct halves | Technical, tight, precision required throughout |
| Difficulty | Very demanding — tour standard | Very demanding — technically tight |
| Best for | Low-to-mid handicap golfers who enjoy variety | Low handicap golfers who prefer precision over length |
| Green fee from | €129 Carya cheaper | €99 ✓ Better value |
| Green fee peak | €237 (Oct–Nov) | €184 (Oct–Nov) |
| Buggy | Pre-book €65 (walk-in €50) | Pre-book €70 (walk-in €60) |
| Buggy Bar | ✅ Free on course Montgomerie wins | Not available |
| Golf restaurant | ✅ Included Montgomerie wins | Not included |
| Night golf | Last 9 holes under lights | ✅ Full 18 holes floodlit Carya wins |
| Resort | Maxx Royal Belek — ultra-luxury all-inclusive | Regnum Carya — private beach, luxury suites |
| Slot availability | 608 slots — easier to book Montgomerie wins | 521 slots |
| Month | Montgomerie | Regnum Carya | Saving (Carya) |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | €129 | €114 | €15 cheaper |
| February | €129 | €114 | €15 cheaper |
| March | €219 | €184 | €35 cheaper |
| April | €219 | €174 | €45 cheaper |
| May | €219 | €174 | €45 cheaper |
| June | €149 | €114 | €35 cheaper |
| July | €129 | €99 | €30 cheaper |
| August | €129 | €99 | €30 cheaper |
| September | €164 | €114 | €50 cheaper |
| October | €237 | €184 | €53 cheaper |
| November | €237 | €184 | €53 cheaper |
| December | €129 | €114 | €15 cheaper |
Regnum Carya is cheaper in every month — the difference ranges from €15 in winter to €53 in peak season.
Both are genuine championship tests, but they challenge you differently. Montgomerie tests you with a clear two-halves structure — aggressive water on the front, strategic bunker play on the back. Regnum Carya is technically tighter throughout — a par 72 that demands precision on every approach shot. Most experienced golfers find Montgomerie slightly more challenging overall, but Carya is more unforgiving of errant irons.
Regnum Carya is cheaper in every month — from €15 cheaper in winter to €53 cheaper in peak season. However, Montgomerie includes the golf restaurant in the green fee (which would cost €20–40 separately) and the Buggy Bar, which reduces the value gap. If you're counting purely on green fee price, Carya wins. If you factor in included extras, the difference narrows.
Absolutely — this is one of the best two-course combinations in Belek. They are approximately 10–15 minutes apart by transfer. Many golfers play Montgomerie one day and Carya the next, or add one as a night golf round. Book both through GolfBelek.com and we arrange shuttle transfers for each.
If budget is not a concern: Montgomerie, for the full experience — the Buggy Bar, included restaurant, and the most prestigious DP World Tour venue in Belek. If you want better value or are interested in night golf: Regnum Carya, which is €15–53 cheaper depending on month and the only course in Europe where you can play a full 18-hole floodlit round.
DP World Tour host · Buggy Bar · Restaurant incl. · From €129
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