Mountain Creek Golf Resort and Residence is a 27 hole golf course past the Khao Yai National Park. Thailand’s only Seve Ballesteros designed golf course is spread out over three nine holes loops, each of which have been named to follow their natural environments: highlands, creek or valley. The creek and valley are the most interesting of the three loops, while the highlands section plays relatively flat.
The Mountain Creek golf course demands a combination of both power and accuracy. Hazards are strategically positioned throughout the Khao Yai golf course. Dense jungle frames many of the hotels forcing the player to keep the ball down the center else face a costly error. Holes which play to various distances from a short 330 yard par-4’s to a monster 550 yard par-5 will make the Mountain Creek golfer test every club in his bag.
Off course facilities are first rate including practice areas, pro shop, and locker rooms. Thailand’s Mountain Creek at just 200 kilometers northeast of Bangkok is a good choice for those looking for a day out golfing among nature or as part of a full Khao Yai golf package.
The Rachakram Golf Club is a new golf course north of Bangkok having only been established in 2007. Situated just outside of Bangsai Arts Center, it is less than an hour from Central Bangkok. With challenging water hazards, good maintenance and excellent greens, Ratchakram Golf Club is one of the up and coming clubs in Bangkok. The course is also floodlit and offers night time golf.
Bangpakong Riverside Country Club is very unique for one reason. Link golf is not often possible at Golf Courses in Thailand however the course at Bangpakong Riverside Country Club will provide undulating fairways with fresh winds to test your capabilities.This is an excellent golf course in Bangkok which should not be missed!
Khao Yai Golf Club (The Mission Hills Khao Yai Golf Club) located in Khao Yai and designed by Jack Nicklaus in 1993 lays right at the foothills of the Khao Yai National Park.
The course is well maintained and the 18 holes has undulating fairways and pretty much laid out on the flat fields only to be separated with mature palm trees. The club is well known in the area.
The Cascata Golf Club in Thailand is one the the newer golf courses in Thailand. The club house and facilities are modern and coupled with fast greens, the Cascata Golf Club makes it one of Thailand fastest up and coming golf clubs.
Royal Lakeside Golf Club is quite an enjoyable golf course about 20 minutes from Suwannaphum International Airport. The riverside setting and cooling breezes complement a very interesting golf course layout with numerous fairways lined by water. This is a golf course that definitely gives the average handicap golfer the chance to make a few pars. The club house is good as are the caddies which are really experienced and will help you have a very good round of golf.
The Suvarnabhumi Golf and Country Club in Nong Chok with its fast greens and rolling fairways and multi tee options offers not only the experienced golfer a challenge but also the professional. This course focuses more on strategic play with its spacious fairways.
About half the holes have a water hazard and the rough of wiry Bermuda grass, if found, often forces the golfer to play a less aggressive lay-up shot. They also have a huge clubhouse with a variety of dishes and a fully stocked proshop.
The Suvarnabhumi Golf and Country Club
Golf course is only about 45 minutes out of Central Bangkok and a course well worth a visit.
The Kirimaya Golf Resort and Spa was upgraded in 2005 from what was known before as the Khao Yai Country Club. The golf course is of champion standard and designed by Jack Nicklaus and is over 7,000 yards long. Set in the foothills of the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Khao Yai National Park it is surrounded by spectacular scenery with lust green surroundings.
The Kirimaya Golf Course ranges from 4875 yards (women) to 7115 yards (tournament) and with its single-track layout. It also boasts a 5 Star resort on site with a high international standard. Without a doubt one of the best golf courses in Khao Yai!
Gassan Khuntan Golf Club and Resort is a world class facility with stunning views and one of the best golf courses in Northern Thailand. Set in a mountainous region, with excellent spa and on site accommodation Gassan is a must play when in Chiang Mai!
The Thana City Country Club located in Samut Prakan and designed by golfing legend Greg Norman is said to be a tough and long course. With 18 holes the greens are fast and accurate shot taking is a must. With ample water hazards, the Thana City Golf course provides a challenge for all levels of golfers.
The Khao Kheow Country Club located in Bangpra, Pattaya was designed by Pete Dye and is considered to be a long course surrounded by lush vegetation and low hills.
The course is suited for almost everyone with its numerous large ponds, bunkers and hills that surround the greens and fairways.In what would be considered typical Pete Dye course design fashion, careful shot making is required. In particular, the signature par-three seventeen, which plays to an island green is a challenge for every skill level.
The club house incorporates a sports club, swimming pools, hotel accommodation and tennis courts. The Khao Kheow Country Club is well worth a visit when in Pattaya or Chonburi.
Pattana Golf Club & Resort was designed by Gussan in 2004 which boasts a huge sporting complex on site. The golf course is lush with palm trees and undulating fairways with large water hazards making it look very exotic.
The course is built on over 1,000 acres of land with lightening fast Tifdwarf greens add to make a challenging layout. The Pattana Golf course is well suited for low handicappers. The Club also provides a variety of accommodation through a 117 room hotel onsite and golf carts are compulsory.
One last note, the golf course is very popular over weekends amongst large Asian groups. Book your tee times early as the weekends come at a premium.
A modern Schmidt-Curley designed golf course is located in Ayatthaya Province, north of Bangkok. Only short ride from Bangkok city and you will get to experience this challenging golf course with many great characteristic including many memorable holes, elements of fun such as variety of distances on each hole, large mounds flanking the fairways, and many blinds shots into bunker-protected greens. Moreover, a clubhouse is designed in an elliptical shape where no two walls are parallel.
The Rayong Green Valley Country Club is an 18 hole golf course designed by Peter Thomson in 1992 and located between Rayong and Ban Chang.
The golf course is challenging with its rolling hills, large rocky outcrops a profusion of flora and strategically located bunkers. This beautifully landscaped course set in attractive countryside is a delight to play. There is an excellent clubhouse, polo club and equestrian track.
The Gassan Panorama Golf Club and Resort in Chiang Mai was opened in 2006 and designed by Pravit Reang-Po. The golf course is located next to the largest lake in Chaing Mai and comprises 18 holes with a Par of 72.
The Gassan Panorama Golf course is also the longest golf course in Chiang Mai spanning 7,609 yards in length. The clubhouse is Arabian style and makes for a beautiful backdrop.
The Bangkok Golf Club is unique as the course is floodlit for those who wish to play golf at night. The golf course is very attractive and well maintained. The Golf Magazine of America has rated the Par 9th Hole as one of the best 500 holes in the world. If you are looking for a excellent golf course to play at in Bangkok, the Bangkok Golf Club is highly recommended.
