5 Top Thailand Golf Courses You Need to Play

Are you looking for advice on the best Thailand golf courses to play? Thailand is easily one of the premier golf holiday destinations in the world. If you are a golf lover like myself, playing some of the best golf courses in your holiday destination is standard practice. The wife and kids love you for it.

 

If you are currently in Pattaya, Phuket, or Chiang Mai at this moment in time and want to play the best courses in the region, here are 5 Thailand golf courses you need to play.

Red Mountain GOlf Club Phuket - Top Thailand Golf Courses

Red Mountain Golf Club Phuket is one of the best Thailand golf courses

#1 – Red Mountain Phuket Golf Club – Thailand Golf Courses

At one time not too long ago, the Canyon Course at Blue Canyon Country Club was considered the best course in Phuket. But over the past few years, a new contender has come into the fold. The Red Mountain Golf Club, located in Kathu next to Loch Palm, is now considered as the best course in Phuket by many. Although the argument is still ongoing.

 

Red Mountain is the island’s newest Championship course. It was first opened in 2007 and was built on a disused tin-mine. This harks back to the island’s past. The stunning backdrops of the red mountains from which the course takes its name are simply awe-inspiring.

 

This 72-par course is set over 7,000 yards from the back-tees and incorporates natural waste bunkers, tropical rainforests, mountainous backdrops, deep ravines, and flooded gullies, and much more to create a once-in-a-lifetime golf experience. There are lots of long par-4s, with a handful of drivable par-4s and dramatic par-3 challenges, making Red Mountain one of the most memorable Thailand golf courses out there.

 

#2 – The Old Course @ Siam Country Club Pattaya

One of the highest-ranked golf courses in Thailand is The Old Course at Siam Country Club. This world-famous Pattaya golf club was first established in 1971 and was designed by I. Izumi. Although the course was renovated in recent times by Lee Schmidt. The course has hosted numerous international tournaments such as the LPGA Honda Classic, The Old course is a real challenge, but at the same time offers one of the most special rounds of golf in Thailand.

 

Due to its age, the course has matured into its woodland surroundings. It offers 18-holes of Pattaya golf with a par-72 layout over 7,162 yards from the back tees. The course is always in immaculate condition. As you would expect from such a world-class club. And with a total of 101 bunkers, it’s a real challenge, but a very rewarding one.

 

No expense has been spared in creating this stunning course. The course utilizes Seashore Paspalum grass for the fairways and Nonotek for the greens. The course is completely tree-lined, which gives it a special intimate feel. But you better make sure you are driving the ball straight or the approach shots can be extremely difficult.

 

#3 – Laem Chabang International Country Club Pattaya

 

Located just a 20-minute drive outside of Pattaya, Laem Chabang International Country Club is arguably the most beautiful and aesthetically pleasing course in the region. The course is known for its beautiful flowers. The holes are named, as opposed to numbered, which is a nice touch.

 

Created by golf legend, Jack Nicklaus, this 27-hole championship course is set over 700 acres. From the perfectly maintained conditions on-course to the stylish and impressive clubhouse, everything about this club is 5-star. The thing that makes Laem Chabang stand alone at the top of the food chain is how the holes seamlessly blend in with its exotic and jungle laden surroundings. Each hole seems to have a unique personality of its own with colorful flower beds at every turn. Almost reminiscent of the Augusta National course where the Masters is hosted.

 

The club also comes equipped with world-class onsite facilities. Take advantage of the 5-star clubhouse and restaurant, pro-shop, and high-end changing and practice facilities. When you want to play one of the best Thailand golf courses, Laem Chabang is a dream.

 

#4 Chiangmai Highlands Golf & Spa Resort – Thailand Golf Courses

 

If you want to experience the most elevated course in the Chiang Mai region, Chiangmai Highlands Golf & Spa Resort has the most awe-inspiring mountain landscapes and is memorable in every way. A 45-minute drive outside the city, this course is something special.

 

The course has 27-holes. And was constructed and designed by the world-famous golf course architect, Lee Schmidt. The course’s high elevation makes for a comfortable round of Thailand golf. Set amongst beautiful countryside, plantations, and rice fields, this course is breathtaking. The course has scooped many accolades over the years, such being voted as number-3 in the

“Best New Golf Course in Asia” category in Asian Monthly in 2007, and also for “Best Value for Money Golf Course in Asia” from the same publication.

 

Chiangmai Highlands is unique in many ways. Five different tee boxes give all the holes a different perspective. There are over 130 greenside bunkers on the course, with sloping and super-fast greens that rate approximately 10 on the Stimp-meter.

 

The onsite facilities are high-standard and include a stunning clubhouse with an international restaurant. You will also find a spa, a 300-yard driving range, and lots of practice facilities such as putting and chipping areas. Merging a beautiful landscape at high altitude and a stunning golf course that will blow you away, Chiangmai Highlands is one of the must-play Thailand golf courses.

 

#5 – The Canyon Course @ Blue Canyon Country Club

Thailand Golf Courses - Blue Canyon Phuket

The Canyon Course @ Blue Canyon Phuket is one of the most high-end Thailand golf courses

The Canyon Course at Blue Canyon Country Club is famous for hosting major tournaments throughout the years. With many of the modern greats playing the course such as Tiger Woods, Freddie Couples, and Ernie Els. The Johnnie Walker Classic was played there a few times.

 

This impressive course weaves its way through tree-lined fairways and. As the name suggests, a natural canyon that creates some stunning backdrops and scary hazards. The course is set over 18-holes with a 72-par and a distance of over 7,000 yards form the back-tees. Offering one of the most aesthetically-pleasing Thailand golf courses.

 

The course is personified by its signature canyon holes on the 13th and 17th. Make sure you bring your camera along to catch the views. The course is the home to some amazing natural canyons, rolling streams, sheer cliffs with massive drops, and lots of tree-lined fairways and bunker defense systems.

 

Blue Canyon has world-class onsite that include a large clubhouse, 3 restaurants, swimming pools, a spa, pro-shop, massage facilities, and changing rooms.

 

If you are looking for the best Thailand golf courses to take your golf holiday to the next level, here are five of the best. We hope you have a great time.