What is the best time to play golf in Hua Hin?

November to February offers the best golf weather in Hua Hin with lower humidity and temperatures around 25-32°C. Early morning tee times (6-8am) are recommended year-round to avoid afternoon heat.

7 Best Golf Courses in Hua Hin

Q: How much do Hua Hin golf courses cost?

Green fees in Hua Hin range from ฿1,200 at Sawang Resort to ฿4,500+ at Black Mountain. Most quality courses charge between ฿2,000-฿3,500 including caddie fees.

Expert rankings of Thailand's premier golf destination. From Thailand's #3 course to historic Royal courses and mountain vistas.

Updated January 2026

Key Takeaways

Best Overall

Black Mountain - Thailand's #3 course with championship conditioning

Best Value

Sawang Resort - Under ฿1,200 all-in for honest golf

Most Historic

Royal Hua Hin - Thailand's first international course

Best Scenery

Banyan - Mountain and ocean views from every hole

Hua Hin is Thailand's premier golf destination, with world-class courses designed by legends like Jack Nicklaus, Pete Dye, and Robert Trent Jones Jr. From the LPGA-hosting Siam Country Club to Asia's only floating green at Amata Spring, these 12 courses represent the best golf Hua Hin has to offer in 2026.

The Rankings

Thailand #3

Black Mountain Golf Club

Thailand's #3-ranked course delivers championship golf with sweeping mountain vistas and pristine conditioning.

4.5

Phil Ryan (Pacific Coast Design) · 2007Hua Hin

Weekday

฿4,500

Weekend

฿4,500

Ranked #3 in Thailand among elite courses
Year-round immaculate conditioning and five-star service
Dramatic water features with mountain backdrop scenery

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Our Take

Black Mountain isn't just Hua Hin's top track. Ranked #3 in all of Thailand, this championship layout has earned its stripes through relentless attention to detail and stunning design integration with the natural landscape. The course management team maintains fairways and greens to tour-level standards year-round, a feat that separates elite facilities from weekend warrior venues.

Signature Hole

Hole 11 (Par 3) - Tee shot over water to an island green with waterfall backdrop and mountain views

Pro Tip

Book early morning tee times to avoid afternoon heat and enjoy the best lighting for those Instagram-worthy mountain shots.

Thailand #10

Pineapple Valley Golf Club Hua Hin

Thailand's #10 ranked course delivers championship golf with stunning mountain vistas.

4.6

Pirapon Namatra · 2009Hua Hin

Weekday

฿3,700

Weekend

฿3,700

Ranked #10 in all of Thailand by expert voters
Multiple Asia's Best Golf Club Experience awards
Strategic Pirapon Namatra design on former pineapple farms

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Our Take

When over 15,000 international golfers vote you Thailand's Best Golf Club in 2023, you're doing something special. Pineapple Valley has earned its #10 ranking in Thailand through meticulous attention to detail and a layout that makes you think on every shot. Pirapon Namatra crafted this gem by following the natural contours of former pineapple farmland, creating a course where strategy trumps brute force.

Signature Hole

Hole 2 (Par 4) - Varied routing with fantastic mountain backdrop views that define the Pineapple Valley experience.

Pro Tip

Leave the driver in the bag from the tips, as this layout rewards precision over power.

Springfield Royal Country Club

Jack Nicklaus design offers championship challenge with mature trees and strategic water hazards.

4.3

Jack Nicklaus · 1993Cha-Am

Weekday

฿2,099

Weekend

฿2,099

Jack Nicklaus design philosophy rewards precision over power
Three nine-hole combinations provide variety across 27 holes
Signature island green 18th creates memorable finishing drama

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Our Take

Springfield Royal sits as Hua Hin's most underrated championship test. While Black Mountain gets the headlines and Pineapple Valley commands premium pricing, this Nicklaus design delivers authentic strategic golf at reasonable rates. The Golden Bear's philosophy shines through every hole, punishing the weak fade that plagues weekend golfers while rewarding those who think their way around.

Signature Hole

Hole 18 (Par 5) - Dogleg left par-5 demands precise approach to reachable island green.

Pro Tip

Play the gentle opening hole conservatively as the well-protected green punishes wayward approaches more than it appears.

Majestic Creek Country Club

A brilliantly designed 27-hole mountain course that locals consider Hua Hin's best.

4.2

Dr. Sukitti Klangvisai · 1993Hua Hin

Weekday

฿1,750

Dr. Sukitti Klangvisai's masterful routing through natural valleys
Excellent Tifeagle greens post-2012 renovation
Authentic Thai golf experience away from resort crowds

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Our Take

Majestic Creek proves that sometimes the best golf experiences happen away from the five-star resorts. This 27-hole layout, carved into the foothills west of Hua Hin, offers the kind of strategic golf design that gets better with every round. Dr. Sukitti Klangvisai, who also designed Phuket's Loch Palm, created something special here by working with the natural mountain streams and valleys rather than bulldozing through them.

Signature Hole

Course B 18th (Par 5) - A 588-yard beast demanding precision over streams and lakes to a steep, narrow green.

Pro Tip

Play the gentle fade on Course B's 6th hole and avoid cutting the dogleg corner.

Palm Hills Golf Club & Residence

Hua Hin's original championship course delivers Scottish links character with Gulf views.

4.3

Max Wexler · 1992Cha-Am

Max Wexler's links-style design unique in the region
Blazing fast Tiff Eagle greens test putting skills
Stunning Gulf of Thailand views from elevated back nine

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Our Take

Palm Hills holds a special place in Thailand golf history as Hua Hin's first international standard layout, hosting the inaugural Thailand World Pro-Am in 1993. Max Wexler's 1992 design captures something you won't find elsewhere in the region: that windswept, undulating links character that feels transported from the Scottish Highlands.

Signature Hole

Hole 11 (Par 3) - Uphill shot into sea breeze demands extra club selection to reach this mountain-top green

Pro Tip

Take an extra club on the back nine mountain holes when the sea breeze is up.

Lake View Resort and Golf Club

Cha-Am's best value play delivers 36 holes of solid golf at unbeatable prices

4.1

Roger Packard and Ronald Frem · 1993Cha-Am

Weekday

฿1,400

Outstanding value for money with 36-hole facility
Fast, challenging greens that reward precision putting
Professional caddies enhance the playing experience

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Our Take

Lake View Resort sits in that sweet spot where value meets playability. While it may not have the prestige of Black Mountain or the championship pedigree of Banyan, this 36-hole facility delivers exactly what most golfers want: well-maintained conditions, reasonable green fees, and enough variety to keep you coming back. The greens are legitimately fast and true, requiring careful attention on approach shots and lag putting.

Signature Hole

The lakeside par-3s demand accurate iron play with water lurking to punish wayward shots

Pro Tip

Bring your own clubs if possible, as the rental sets are outdated steel-shafted models that don't match the course quality

Royal Hua Hin Golf Course

Thailand's oldest international course brings royal history to downtown Hua Hin.

3.9

A.O. Robin · 1924Hua Hin

Weekday

฿2,150

Weekend

฿2,150

Historic royal heritage as Thailand's first international standard course
Unbeatable location just 5 minutes from downtown Hua Hin
Monkey encounters add wild excitement to your round

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Our Take

Royal Hua Hin carries the weight of history on its shoulders, and frankly, it shows in both charming and challenging ways. As Thailand's first 18-hole international standard course, it established the template that countless other Thai courses would follow. The location alone makes it irresistible. Five minutes from downtown Hua Hin means you can walk to the Night Market after your round, something you cannot do at Black Mountain or Banyan.

Signature Hole

Hole 1 (Par 5) - A traditional opening hole that sets the tone for this historic layout with mature trees and challenging approach angles.

Pro Tip

Secure your golf cart and snacks tightly as the resident monkeys are notorious for raiding unattended bags.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best golf course in Hua Hin?

Black Mountain Golf Club is widely considered Hua Hin's best course, ranked #3 in all of Thailand with championship conditioning, stunning mountain vistas, and world-class facilities.

How much do Hua Hin golf courses cost?

Green fees range from ฿1,200 at Sawang Resort to ฿4,500+ at Black Mountain. Most quality courses charge ฿2,000-3,500 including caddie. Weekend rates are typically 15-30% higher.

Which Hua Hin courses are in Thailand's Top 20?

Two Hua Hin courses rank in Thailand's Top 20: Black Mountain Golf Club (#3) and Pineapple Valley Golf Club (#10). Both offer championship conditions and world-class design.

What's the best time to play golf in Hua Hin?

November to February offers ideal conditions with lower humidity and temps around 25-32°C. Book early morning tee times (6-8am) to avoid afternoon heat. The rainy season can still offer good golf.

Do I need to tip caddies at Hua Hin golf courses?

Yes, tipping caddies is customary. The standard tip is ฿300-500 for 18 holes, with ฿500+ for exceptional service. Caddies are essential in Thailand for reading greens and local knowledge.

How far is Hua Hin from Bangkok?

Hua Hin is approximately 200km from Bangkok, about 2.5-3 hours by car depending on traffic. Many golfers base themselves in Hua Hin for easier access to the 10+ courses in the region.

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