Riverdale Golf Club was designed by local architect John Morrow who also designed Red Mountain in Phuket and played a big part in the design of Riverdale Golf Club which is sure to become one of the “must play” golf courses in Bangkok once it fully matures. It made our list of Best Golf Courses in Bangkok.

Rachakram Golf Club in Bangkok is one for the long hitters looking for great value. A bit further out than some of the other golf courses in Bangkok but well worth the effort. Lots of water here which comes into play on all but 3 or 4 of the holes. Night golf also on offer.

Krungthep Kreetha Sports Club is one of the closest courses to the centre of Bangkok and also one of the oldest and as a result features many large and mature trees. The course is very popular with locals due to its long history and easy access and can get very crowded at weekends.

Windsor Park & Golf Club in Bangkok is a 36-hole layout consisting of four different nines situated to the East of Bangkok about 90 minutes from the centre of the city.

Wangnoi Prestige Golf & Country Club is situated about 45 km from Don Mueang International Airport and it takes only around 1 hour to reach from downtown Bangkok.

Designed by O-Art Architects Ltd and opened in late 1996, Uniland Golf & Resort, is located in the Nakhon Pathom region of Bangkok, Thailand.

The Vintage Club is not as well-known as some of the other golf courses in Bangkok and a little further out than some but easy to reach along one of main highways. The Vintage Club has hosted several PGA events and is well worth playing especially midwe

The Royal Golf and Country Club in Bangkok is the closest golf course to Suvanabhumi International airport making it an ideal choice for your final round.

The Pine Lodge and Golf is a boutique golf resort with 27 rooms that are perfectly set with in the local countryside, creating an ambience that is unique to the area.

Subhapruek Golf Club is situated perfectly between Bangkok city centre and Suvarnabhumi Airport.

The Sampran Golf Club in Bangkok, Thailand, formerly known as the Rose Garden Golf Club has undergone some much-needed renovation.

Royal Gems Golf and Sports Club is a top quality and exclusive Bangkok golf course that is not to be missed.

The quality and choice of golf courses in Thailand is improving all the time and in 2017 Royal Bang Pa-in Golf Club added to the collection.

Pinehurst Golf and Country Club was once one of the best golf courses in Bangkok but is not up to the standard of some of the newer courses

Phoenix Gold Golf Bangkok is a 36-hole Robert Trent Jones Jr designed golf course set in a beautiful and natural countryside setting to the east of Bangkok

Located in the Bangkok district of Thailand, Panya Indra is a superb 27-hole layout that will keep you on your toes throughout.

Situated within driving distance of the Thai capital Bangkok you will encounter the Northern Rangsit Golf Club.

Navatanee Golf Course in Bangkok is a very exclusive golf club with easy access from the centre of Bangkok which once hosted the World Cup of Golf.

Lotus Valley Golf Resort is a superb course original designed by Gary Player

A great designer course for a very reasonable mid-market price about 40 minutes from thecentre of the city.

Lam Lukka Country Club is a 36-hole layout on the outskirts of Bangkok about 90 minutes from downtown.

Lakewood Links is the most recent golf course to open in Bangkok and we have not had a chance to play it yet - the course is still maturing and will take some time to be up to the standards of its sister course.

Lakewood Country Club in Bangkok is one of the closest golf courses to downtown Bangkok.

Krung Kavee Golf Course and Country Club is located just 40 minutes away from the centre of Bangkok, making it a convenient place to play golf for those staying in the Thai capital.

Located within the Prachinburi province of Thailand, some 160km from the capital city of Bangkok, the Kabinburi Sport Club offers a world class layout, designed by renowned golf course architect Yoshikazu Kato.

Green Valley Country Club Golf Course a Robert Trent Jones Jr. design very conveniently located close to Bangkok’s Suvanabhumi International Airport and despite its location it is set in beautiful countryside covered with mature trees and shrubs.

You do not have to travel far outside Bangkok, the capital city of Thailand, to find some world class golf courses.

One of the oldest golf courses in western Bangkok, dating back to 1982

Cascata Golf Club is an excellent links-style golf course located a little further outside Bangkok which now offers a 72-hole layout and a Scottish style links experience.

A very challenging Schmidt Curley designed links style course close to the ocean and when the wind blows it becomes even more difficult.

Located in the region of the former capitol city of Thailand, Ayutthaya The Bangsai Country Club opened for play in 1996.

Bangpoo Golf & Sports Club is a good option for the budget conscious golfer who wants to play a round of golf in Bangkok.

Despite playing long, the wide flat fairways at Bangkapong Riverside Country Club make this an ideal course for high handicappers; nature-loving golfers will be enchanted by the wondrous flora and fauna.

Bangkok Golf Club is one of the closest courses to the city and usually takes about 30 minutes.

It might lie just east of Bangkok but tee it up at Ballyshear Golf Links and there’s a whole world of golf coming your way.

Royal Gems Golf City is an unusual and unique replica golf course not far from the centre of Bangkok which has a front nine with some of the most iconic holes from around the world and a back nine which has been inspired by the Augusta National

Thana City Golf Club offers a great opportunity to play the only Greg Norman designed golf course in Thailand which in its heyday hosted several prestigious events and was recently totally refurbished.

Thai Country Club in Bangkok is of the top golf courses in Thailand which has hosted several top-class events including the 1997 Asian Honda Classic won by Tiger Woods.

Suwan Golf and Country Club is a challenging course set in the countryside outside Bangkok in a wonderful rural setting. Has won a number of awards and has hosted several major tournaments. A difficult layout with many elevation changes and well-placed hazards. It also made our pick of best golf courses in Bangkok.

Summit Windmill Golf Club Bangkok is very rural and pretty course spread over 160 acres and although close to the city is has been thoughtfully landscaped so you get the impression you are in the middle of the countryside. There are only a handful of holes on the course where water does not come into play and on many holes water runs all the way along one side of the fairway, more often than not the left side, with bunkers guarding the opposite side. If you have a tendency to hook the ball then you are in for a long day! One of best golf courses in Bangkok.

Siam Country Club Bangkok is the 5th addition of the Siam Country Club. This masterpiece 18-hole championship, 7,250 yards, golf course is meticulously designed by Toby Cobb, design associate of the Coore and Crenshaw Design, who is responsible for numerous world-renowned golf courses, and built by Golf East Co., Ltd. Zoysia is used in the fairway while Ultra-Dwarf Bermuda is used on the greens. The Office of Bangkok Architect masterfully creates and supervises another unique 4,400 sqm grand and comfortable clubhouse amenities familiar to the fans of Siam Country Club Pattaya, home of the Honda LPGA Thailand at the Old Course. SMCC (Thailand) is the contractor of this clubhouse.

Nikanti Golf Club is a very unusual new Bangkok golf course which is unique in several ways: it’s the first golf club in Thailand to be fully inclusive and once you pay your green fee there is no extra to pay and it even includes food and your caddie tip! The course construction is also unique and consists of three six-hole layouts rather than the usual two nines. One of best golf courses in Bangkok.

Although Muang Kaew Golf Club is one of the closest courses to central Bangkok and also the airport, the many trees and lakes insulate you from the city. One of the best maintained and enjoyable golf courses in Bangkok which was totally redesigned by Lee Schmidt and Brian Curley a few years ago and is now a firm favourite on the Bangkok golfing scene.

Alpine Golf Club in Bangkok is one of the top golf courses in Thailand which has often hosted some top class events including the 2000 Johnnie Walker Classic which was won by Tiger Woods. Designed by the world-famous Ronald M. Garl this is a superbly designed course that will require you to be on top of your game if you are to score well. The heavily contoured fairways means there are few level lies and many of the greens slope away from you making it difficult to hold your approach.

Sea Pines Golf Course is the newest arrival on the Hua Hin golfing scene and the only course with holes that run right beside the beach. We highly recommend this course which is in great condition with excellent facilities.

Situated around 50 minutes north of Hua Hin you will come across one of the best kept secrets in the area, Sawang Resort and Golf Course. Opened in 1993, the Isao Katsumata design offers a fair test of golf with rolling fairways and tee options that allow all golfers to be challenged.

The Royal Hua Hin Golf Course has a distinguished history dating back to the early half of the 20th century making it the oldest golf course in Thailand. It’s not in great condition but still very playable. The course wanders between the rocky outcrops and has been designed to mould with the natural terrain and is reminiscent of many of the older British courses.

Set in the foothills around 20km inland from Hua Hin Majestic Creek Country Club & Resort has been extensively renovated and upgraded and this 27-hole course is now one of the best layouts in Hua Hin. Improvements are ongoing and you may encounter some renovation work.

Lake View Resort & Golf Club is one of the most scenic golf courses in Hua Hin and is located in the foothills not far from Kaeng Krachan National Park so you’re guaranteed some beautiful scenery

Power Nine Kaeng Krachan Golf Club (formerly Kaeng Krachan Country Club and Resort) has operated since 1994. The course itself is located on the edge of Kaeng Krachan National Park, which is 54 kilometers from Hua Hin and stretches along the western border of Myanmar. The High Mountain ranges dominate the area along with dense tropical forests. The course is surrounded by unique landscapes – mountains , forests and lakes.

Springfield Royal Country Club is one of our favourite golf courses in Hua Hin. A little further out of town than some of the other courses but can be easily reached within 30 minutes

Pineapple Valley Golf Club Hua Hin is an outstanding golf courses which we voted onto our list of Best Golf Courses in Thailand.

One of the first international standard courses in Hua Hin, Palm Hills Golf Club & Residence remains a firm favourite and although a bit short it’s an excellent layout with fast greens which are tricky to read. Good clubhouse with excellent bar and restaurant.

Black Mountain Golf Club features 27-holes of breathtaking, championship-standard golf and regularly ranks as one of the top 100 courses in the world.

Wangjuntr Golf in Pattaya has two memorably great courses, and a good option for golfers with the family in tow.

Treasure Hills Golf Club is a much improved and mature golf course about 60 minutes from Pattaya offering exceptional value for money with plenty of challenges for all golfers. Usually in excellent condition with some interesting holes.

Emerald Golf Club is one of the prettiest and perhaps underrated golf courses in the Pattaya area hidden away in the forest and mountains close to Rayong also offering some wonderful holes designed by two golfing greats. The course is in in the process of being sold so the upkeep is inconsistent but still makes for a very enjoyable day out.

St. Andrews 2000 doesn’t quite emulate its namesake but this Desmond Muirhead design is a monster par 74 measuring 7,700 yards from the back tees which includes two huge par 6’s. This is not one for the hacker!

Silky Oak Country Club is a recent addition to the St Andrews 2000 family named after the trees that line most fairways. A good resort course which is ideal for higher handicappers and excellent value for money.

Siam Country is well known to those who play golf regularly in Thailand. It is also highly regarded outside the country and has received many rave reviews throughout the years. There have been three golf courses available to play at Siam Country Club but that has changed recently following the development of a fourth golf course.

The course is close to the mouth of the Bangpakong River and many of the holes run beside the water and there is a large lake surrounding most of the course which you will encounter as you make your way around. Being so close to the ocean you can often enjoy cooling seas breezes which when they freshen can make club selection trickier. The greens are quite difficult with plenty of bumps and hollows and they are also extremely fast.

Rayong Green Valley Country Club in Pattaya is one of the very popular courses in the St Andrews 2000 family designed by Peter Thomson to cater to players of all standards. This attractive and beautifully landscaped course is a delight to play.

The Plutaluang Royal Thai Navy Golf Course in Pattaya is nearly 50 years old and as you would expect this is a very mature course in beautiful surroundings. It’s a bit further out than some of the other courses and takes about 40 minutes to reach the course. There are 36 holes here and many of the holes wind around the huge lake in the centre of the course which attract a wide variety of wildlife and birds.

Pleasant Valley Golf & Country Club in Pattaya located in the picturesque foothills north of Pattaya, is a very challenging golf course and although you may end up with an ugly scorecard this will be more than offset by the beauty of this underrated club.

Pattaya Country Club has recently re-opened after a lengthy closure and has been extensively renovated. Not the most exciting course in Pattaya but one of the closest to the town and ideal for high handicappers and those trying to stretch their budget.

Originally opened in 1996 but recently renovated and upgraded with a brand new clubhouse Pattavia Century Golf Club is now a great course in a wonderful rural environment about 50 minutes from Pattaya. Terrific value and now in excellent condition.

Pattana Golf Club & Resort is a 27-hole championship golf course and integrated resort spread out across 400 acres of rolling countryside northeast of Pattaya with panoramic views of the surrounding hills from the undulating fairways. Excellent all round facilities but a challenging golf course probably best suited to better golfers.

Parichat International Golf Links is one of the newest additions to the Pattaya golfing scene and is located around 30 minutes from downtown Pattaya. Quite a short course and needs time to mature but what it lacks in length it makes up with water which comes into play on almost every hole so high handicappers might have a long day and will certainly need plenty of balls.

Following a complete renovation a couple of years ago Mountain Shadow Golf Club is now a very attractive Pattaya golf course with plenty of water hazards. Excellent layout with some really tough holes which will challenge most golfers. Originally designed by Ron Fream its set in a former mango plantation set against a backdrop of the surrounding hills covered with the local plant life.

Khao Kheow Country Club is a very picturesque 27 hole golf course wedged between two valleys just off the main highway about one hour from Pattaya. The golf course is in excellent condition with fast greens which are notoriously difficult to read. Unlike many of the other courses in the area there are significant elevation changes on Khao Kheow Country Club which makes the course play quite long.

Greenwood Golf Club in Pattaya is a 27-hole layout and one of the most picturesque golf courses in Pattaya with beautiful landscaping. The course will provide a satisfying challenge for all golfers and the relatively flay layout is made more interesting by the man-made elevation change. Designed by multiple Open Champion Peter Thomson it is no surprise that he has used sand to protect the course rather than water and many of the sand traps are quite deep.

Eastern Star Country Club & Resort in Pattaya is one of the few Robert Trent Jones Jr designed golf courses in Thailand set on the site of a former coconut plantation. A pretty forgiving links-style course which is usually in excellent condition and suitable for golfers of most standards.

Crystal Bay Golf Club is a very popular and relatively easy golf course about 30 minutes outside Pattaya in gently rolling terrain with plenty of opportunity for good scoring. Generally in good condition but can get very crowded at weekends so best played midweek. The palm trees which line many of the fairways give it a distinctly Hawaiian flavour.

The 18-hole Chatrium Golf Resort Soi Dao Chanthaburi is situated in the Khao Soi Dao Mountains and near the Cambodian border. It takes about two hours to drive from Pattaya or Bangkok. The course is surrounded by forests, native hardwood trees, creeks and lakes. Being far from the city, the weather is clear with most days of bright blue skies and comfortable temperatures. Soi Dao caters to those who are looking for a pleasant round in a natural environment, as opposed to the artificial championship course found more often than not these days.

Bangpra International Golf Club is one of the oldest golf courses in the Pattaya area, built in 1958 and updated in the late 1980s, and still able to compete with some of the newer courses thanks to the mature trees that stand as a testament to the longevity of the course.

Siam Country Club, Old Course in Pattaya is an outstanding golf course which ranks with the best in Thailand which was completely revamped in 2007 by Schmidt & Curley Design. It’s a private members golf club so start times at the weekends are at a premium.

Siam Country Club, Plantation Course is another brilliant 27-hole course designed by Schmidt & Curley set high in the hills behind Pattaya affording panoramic views all around. This is another word-class course in every respect and a great golfing challenge. Definitely one of the Best Golf Courses in Thailand.

Siam Country Club, Waterside Course is another championship course from this prestigious group and sure to become one of the icons of the local golfing scene. As its name suggest you will encounter many lakes, creeks and other water hazards to challenge your shot making.

Phoenix Gold Golf & Country Club is around 30 minutes outside Pattaya. The course was originally designed by Denis Griffiths in 1993 and the three course are spread over more than 1,000 rai and having been around for so long the course is blessed with may mature trees and colourful local plants.

Laem Chabang Country Club is one of the best golf courses in Pattaya and also one of the best in Thailand. The course is is in pristine condition with lush fairways, fast and true putting greens, immaculate clubhouse and top-class caddies. A “must play” course and one you will not forget. Also offers night golf starting from 3.30pm which is very popular with Pattaya golfers.

Chee Chan Golf Resort is one of the latest golf developments in Pattaya, Thailand. Thanks to great links between Bangkok and Pattaya, it is easy to reach Chee Chan from Bangkok Airport and within a few hours, you will be at the resort.

Burapha Golf Club is one of the most popular golf courses in Pattaya offering 36 excellent holes and great value for money. The course is not that long and stretched to just over 6,800 yards from the back tees but it has regularly hosted some major regional tournaments.Each of the nines have different names and the East course combines American Wood and British Links and the West course the Crystal Spring and Dune nines and whichever combination you try the course does offer a very enjoyable golfing experience.

Burapha Golf Club is one of the most popular golf courses in Pattaya offering 36 excellent holes and great value for money. The course is not that long and stretched to just over 6,800 yards from the back tees but it has regularly hosted some major regional tournaments.Each of the nines have different names and the East course combines American Wood and British Links and the West course the Crystal Spring and Dune nines and whichever combination you try the course does offer a very enjoyable golfing experience.

A popular resort course with at least one hole you won't forget in a hurry The first course built in Phuket back in 1989 and conveniently located in the centre of the island amidst rolling hills, limestone cliffs and landscaped forests, the original 18-hole course at Phuket Country Club has aged well and remains a firm favourite, especially since the introduction of buggies. It’s short by modern standards, at just 6,484 yards from the back tees, which means even high handicappers can give a good account of themselves, but there’s still plenty to keep better players interested.

Mission Hills Phuket Golf Resort is the most scenic course in Phuket with many holes running beside the sea. A Jack Nicklaus design which can play very long depending on the prevailing wind. Greens are a little slow but course generally in good shape.

When you hear the name ‘Hula Hula’ in Krabi, Thailand, you may be forgiven for thinking it is some form of bar or nightclub. However, its full title is Hula Hula Golf Club and this is one of the top golf courses in Krabi.

The most spectacular golf course in Phuket and worth every penny Set in the dramatically undulating landscape of an old tin mine amidst thick jungle, picturesque lakes and the red mountainside from which it took its name, Red Mountain Golf Club is quite simply one of the most spectacular courses in the world, let alone Thailand. Thanks to some memorable holes and the stunning views on offer from its high points, this is an essential stop on any Phuket golf holiday.

A long-time Phuket favourite where a dry ball should ensure a good score Spectacularly set in a basin surrounded by mountainous jungle, Loch Palm Golf Club has been a firm favourite on the Phuket golf tour since its inception in 1993. More straightforward than some of its more illustrious competitors - but still with enough challenges to test golfers of all abilities thanks largely to the loch itself - this is a hugely enjoyable course.

An enjoyably challenging resort course that has played host to Asian Tour events Graced with the refreshing breezes of the Andaman sea and the tropical beauty for which the area is known, Laguna Golf Phuket has laid claim to one of the top golf courses in Phuket following extensive remodelling in 2015. Once flat greens are now heavily shaped, making putting quite a challenge, and cleverly-placed bunkers now dot fairways featuring numerous bumps and hollows, placing a premium on careful and thoughtful course management and club selection.

Less famous but no less exciting than its sister course—a hugely satisfying experience The younger sibling to the more famous Canyon course, the Lakes Course at Blue Canyon Country Club has emerged from big brother's shadow to become an excellent course in its own right thanks to rebuilt TifEagle greens and additional bunkers. Sweeping through dramatic scenery and peppered with lakes and canyons, it’s a demanding course with enough leeway that an off-day isn't too heavily punished if you can avoid the creeks and bunkers that intrude upon many of the fairways.

Phuket's only true championship course and site of some storied exploits by Tiger Woods Three times the host of the Johnnie Walker Classic, won here in 1998 by a certain Mr. Tiger Woods, the Canyon Course at Blue Canyon Country Club offers you the opportunity to measure yourself against the greats on what is consistently recognised as one of the best courses in Thailand. Weaving its way around an abandoned tin mine and taking advantage of the sheer cliffs of the canyons themselves, the course is a treat for any golfer and a must-play course on any golf holiday in Thailand.

One of the older courses in Chiang Mai set in a tree-lined valley with great views to the surrounding mountains. The course is quite short by modern-day standards but it’s a very enjoyable course for everyone.

While many golfers visiting Thailand head for Bangkok and the resorts of Pattaya and Phuket, there are some great golf courses to be discovered in the northern regions of the country. Chiang Mai is a great example and here you will find some splendid golf courses, including North Hill Golf Club.

Mae Jo Golf Resort & Spa in Chiang Mai is an unusual layout which winds its way through mature fruits trees with some excellent views from some of the elevated tees. Several banana-shaped holes with blind tee shots but very playable for golfers of all standards.

Designed by the famous Japanese course architect Yoshikazu Kato, Hariphunchai Golf Club is an exquisite example of Kato´s impeccable work. Located half an hour from Chiang Mai, the 9-hole layout, with a par of 36 is spectacular. A championship standard course which will test even the very best golfers.

Gassan Panorama Golf Club is located just 25 minutes north of Chiang Mai in Thailand. Chiang Mai is situated in northern Thailand and is very different from the coastal resort towns. It is easy to reach thanks to the Chiang Mai Inter

Gassan Khuntan Golf & Resort is located in the middle of forest-covered mountains about one hour outside of Chiang Mai and has recently undergone some renovation and upgrading and the courses is now in excellent condition. Framed by the Doi Khuntan Mountains, this is a stunningly beautiful and at times difficult golf course and the natural beauty more than compensates for the extra driving time from Chiang Mai city.

Chiang Mai Inthanon Golf & Natural Resort is a recently new addition to the Chiang Mai golfing scene overlooked by Thailand’s highest mountain from which it gets its name. A very enjoyable layout with some difficult holes to keep you on your toes but should suit most golfers. Don’t expect a beautifully manicured golf course because the owners try to maintain the course without the use of harsh chemicals so you might encounter the occasional weed but the abundance of wildlife and the natural landscape more than make up for this.

Summit Green Valley Chiang Mai is a challenging world class lowlands golf course in picturesque surroundings, in excellent condition, on the outskirts of Chiang Mai about 20 minutes from the city centre. Although close to the city, this Chiang Mai golf club is still set in beautiful surroundings with plenty of mature trees and native plants.

Formerly known as Gassan Lake City Golf Club, this Chiang Mai golf course was closed in 2013 for a total renovation by the famous golf courses design team of Schmidt-Curley. The courses was re-launched in 2014 and was renamed Gassan Legacy Golf Club and its now one of the best golf courses in Chiang Mai.

Chiang Mai Highlands Golf & Spa Resort is a superb golf course designed by the renowned team of Schmidt-Curley. The golf club is located in the hills outside Chiang Mai with great views from almost every hole. This course is a great experience and one of best in Thailand and since it opened it has won numerous awards. Another 9 holes are due to open in November 2015.

The Alpine Golf Club is one of the best golf courses in Chiang Mai and is set in a beautiful valley with great views of the surrounding mountains. The course is in great condition and is very challenging from the back tees.

Waterford Valley Golf Club & Resort in Chiang Rai is not quite in the same league as its more illustrious neighbours, it is a very playable golf course with outstanding views over the surrounding countryside due to the many elevation changes.

Chiang Rai is a slightly unlikely place to encounter one of the best golf courses in Thailand. Santiburi Chiang Rai Country Club is in immaculate and pristine condition and is a must-play course. The excellent design gives the better golfer a chance to excel whilst offering a safer alternative for the higher handicappers.

Happy City Golf Resort in Chiang Rai is the latest and slightly offbeat addition to the local golfing scene with 29 holes on offer. This unusual golf course features greens in the shape of Korea, holes in the shape of Thailand and drinks kiosks in the shape of a windmill!

Located just off Highway 4, leading south towards Hua-Hin and Cha-Am, is the Royal Ratchaburi Golf Club. Designed by Artanan Yomchinda and opened in 1988, Royal Ratchaburi is regarded as one of the most spectacular golf courses in the Kachanaburi region and perhaps this is the reason why, it is considered to be one of the more popular golf courses among the local people. Royal Ratchaburi is a par-72, 18-hole golf course, plays at 6785 yards and is about 1-hour drive from Kachanaburi town and 90 minutes dive from Hua-Hin.

Located 30 minutes north of Kanchanaburi town, is the Nichigo Golf Resort and Country Club. Designed by Mitsuaki Kobayashi, the course was opened to the public in 1992 and features 27 holes, split in to three sets, of nine holes. These have been named, the Lake Course, River Course and Mountain Course. The course is about 2 hours 30 minutes away from Hua Hin and is rated as, not only one of the best golf courses in the Kanchanaburi region but one of the best in the whole of Thailand.

Situated just over 100 kilometres away from the Thailand capital, in the Kanchanaburi region of the country, is Mission Hills Golf Club. This one of three Jack Nicklaus designed Mission Hills golf courses in Thailand, with the other two being in Phuket and Khao Yai. The golf club has good road links, making it very easy to reach and is worth the journey, from either Kanchanaburi town or Bangkok. Mission Hills was first open for play back in 1991 and provides a very good challenge, even for players on top of their game.

Mida Golf Club boasts a central location in the Kanchanaburi region of Thailand, making it very easy to reach, from multiple destinations. For those who are new to Mida Golf Club, this may be due to the fact it was re-named in 2010 and was previously known as Lion Hills Golf & Country Club. However, the company which originally owned it, sold the golf club and the resort which surrounds the area. Thankfully, Mida Golf Club are keen to ensure the golf course continues to grow and offers plenty to do, for the whole family.

The Grand Prix Golf Club, sounds like something from the world of Formula 1 and although things are little more relaxed than the F1 circuit, the course does have links to the automotive world. Situated in the Kanchanaburi region of Thailand, which is the largest of western provinces in the country, the course is named after the company which owns it, Grand Prix International. Their magazine is about motor vehicles but Dr. Prasad Jin Lmena moved in to cable television, before investing in the world of golf and the Grand Prix Golf Club has certainly proved to be a wise decision.

Evergreen Hills Golf Club & Resort, is located very close to the Burmese border, in the Kanchanaburi region of Thailand. Kanchanaburi town is about 1 hour drive away and Hua Hin is another 30 minutes further, making Evergreen Hills a possibility, from either of these places, as a day trip or for a longer period. One of a collection of park land courses in this region of Thailand, Evergreen Hills is frequented by many locals and expatriates but visitors are also made welcome and it’s certainly worth making the trip.

If you are a golfer, who enjoys the feel of being in a remote setting, Dragon Hills Golf and Country Club could be the perfect place for you. The popularity of golf in Kanchanaburi has been growing year-on-year and this has drawn some of the leading golf courses designers to the area. American, Jim Enge, who has great experience of working with Jack Nicklaus, was the man responsible for the great looking layout at Dragon Hills. In truth, considering the beauty of the local area, Enge was on to a good thing, before he even started.

Like many of the golf courses in the area, Blue Star Golf Course has bene built around lakes and hills left by the mining operations. It’s a sister course to the Blue Sapphire Courses and also not too far from the Grand Prix course and is similar in design.

Golf is very popular across the whole of Thailand but golf in Kanchanaburi has really grown and the area offers a huge number of excellent golf courses. Blue Sapphire Golf and Resort, is one such course and is located a short, 30-minute drive from Kanchanaburi town and 3 hours away from Bangkok. The Blue Sapphire Golf and Resort is a 36-hole golf course and interestingly, the area in which it has been constructed, was formerly a Sapphire mine, hence the name. The area of land left over from the mine, could easily house a large football stadium and it’s proved to be the perfect venue for a golf course.

Artitaya Golf & Resort Kanchanaburi is situated in a very rural location about one hour north-east of Bangkok and about one hour from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport in the northeast direction.

Recently opened in 2009, Toscana Valley Golf Club is located in the Khao Yai region of Thailand. Designed by American, Bob McFarland, Toscana Valley is a par-72, 18-hole golf course, playing at 7,087 yards. This golf course is considered special, as it’s located in a UNESCO world heritage site, in the Khao Yai national park. Perhaps due to the fact the course is located in a world heritage site, it is only open during the week and is therefore unavailable to play on the weekend.

The Sir James Resort & Country Club in Khao Yai which was formerly known as Forest Hills is actually closer to Bangkok than many other Khao Yai golf clubs so can be played on the way to the National park or on your way back. This is a well-designed and challenging parkland course set in the foothills of the park featuring many streams, lakes and waterfalls which together with the local flowering plants make this a very attractive golf course.

A short journey from Bangkok takes you close to Khao Yai National Park, which is in the Nakhon Nayok Province of Thailand. Here you will find stunning forests, nature reserves and waterfalls plus one of the top golf courses in Thailand, Royal Hills Golf Resort & Spa.

Rancho Charnvee Resort & Country Club is an 18-hole layout in Khao Yai National Park about two hours from Bangkok. It’s a pretty flat track with enough to keep the better golfer interested and higher handicappers will not find it too daunting. The scenery and views are great so even if you don’t play that well you will have an enjoyable day out!

A 2-and-a-half-hour drive Bangkok and around 30 minutes from Khao Yai you will come across the splendid Panorama Golf and Country Club. Opened in 1993 the course is a mature example of a Dean Refram design, and it is the maturity that really sets this course apart. Measuring 6901-yards the par 72 course is open every day and you can play in groups of 5.

Located in one of the most beautiful areas of Thailand Narai Hill Golf Resort & Country Club is crafted to sit perfectly within its surroundings. The Resort clubhouse provides golfers with everything they need before and after a round of golf, with open air bars where you can enjoy a cold refreshment to the international themed restaurants offering some of the finest cuisine in the area.

My Ozone Golf Club is a residential 18-hole course that gives golfers at all levels a fun day out. The location is isolated and halfway between Khao Yai National Park and the main highway running between Bangkok and Korat. A short length with no long carries and only two par-5’s and five par-3’s works well for those looking for resort golf. Hole routing weaves in and out of residential areas making golf carts a must.

Mountain Creek Golf Resort and Residences is a fully integrated golf resort in Khao Yai, Thailand and is memorable as the only golf course in Thailand designed by the one and only Severiano Ballesteros. This championship golf course has three 9-hole layouts named after the type of terrain: Creek, Highland and Valley. The Creek and Valley courses are probably the most interesting combination as despite its name the Highland nine is flatter. Seve has left his mark on the course in many ways but none more obvious than the large S-shaped bunker on the par-3 third of the Highland Course.

When you play Kirimaya Golf Resort & Spa in Khao Yai you will realise that the designer, Jack Nicklaus, was really in great form when he designed this stunning golf course and we highly recommend it. Often rated as one of the best golf clubs in Khao Yai and up there with the best Nicklaus designs in Asia, Kirimaya Golf Resort & Spa is tranquil oasis set within lush tropical jungle of Khao Yai National Park.

Khao Yai Golf Club is a once great course which has fallen into disrepair, and so should probably be avoided for the time being. One of the three Jack Nicklaus designed courses under the Mission Hills banner, Khao Yai Golf Club, found just outside the National Park, is an enjoyable challenge that offers some stunning views of the surrounding hills.

The Bonanza Golf and Country Club is about 3 hours from the centre of Bangkok to the north of Khao Yai National Park and we can only assume that the owner was a fan of the 70’s TV show. One of the great advantages of playing golf in Khao Yai is that it’s much less crowded and also much cooler than Bangkok and indeed during the winter it can get quite chilly in the early morning. The course is a classic parkland course which winds its way through the local countryside.

A brand new addition to the Phuket golfing scene Katathong Golf Resort near Phuket is located about one hour north of Phuket airport in a beautiful jungle-clad valley. Some very unusual holes and well worth playing.

Aquella Golf Resort and Country Club is situated overlooking the Andaman Sea at Thai Muang Beach, 40 minutes north of Phuket Airport. The 177-hectare development of the site includes a complete redesign and rebuild the of the former Thai Muang Golf Club as well as villas and a hotel. Work on the new course began in 2018, and the work was undertaken by Pacific Coast Design from Australia and is scheduled to open in 2020.

About 40 minutes from Phuket and not far from Khao Lak, you will discover an untouched part of the country and a wonderful golf course that is open to the public. Rustic in its design, Tublamu Navy Golf Course is owned by the Royal Thai Navy and although it was originally just a 9-hole layout, the course was extended to 18 in 2002 when it first opened its fairways to the public. It is set in the beautiful area of the Son-Ngam beach in Khao Lak province.

Thailand has become one of the top destinations in the world for those seeking a perfect golf holiday and Kirinara Golf Course adds to the appeal. The ideal mix of world class golf, facilities, beaches, culture and food make Thailand a golfer’s dream and Phang Nga Province is no exception.

The facilities are very much geared towards the local golfer rather than the visiting tourist, with a small clubhouse offering basic amenities and restaurant services. Located 17 kilometres from Nong Khai off Friendship Highway the course lies close to the Thai/Laos border, which makes it popular with tourists from Laos given its proximity.

Located in the province of Khon Kaen, some 400 kilometres from the Thai capital of Bangkok, the golf course has been built on what was a waste area for the Singha beer brewery, as the area became unsuitable for purpose, the owners quickly turned the land into truly remarkable golf course.

Established in 2008 it was arguable the first course built to cater for the increasing number of golf tourists visiting the area looking for a more “rustic” approach to golf and to get away from the busier courses of the Bangkok region.

Rajjaprabha Dam Golf Course is a hidden gem in the remote hills near Khao Sok National Park, the quality of golf on offer makes it worth the journey time. It's a easy day trip from either Phuket or Samui oryou can play enroute between the two.