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7 Best Golf Courses in Phuket

Thailand's island golf paradise. Ocean views, world-class resort courses, and year-round tropical weather on the Andaman coast.

Updated January 2026

Key Takeaways

Best Overall

Red Mountain - Dramatic canyon golf through former tin mine

Best Value

Aquella - Championship layout at ฿2,700

Best Resort

Laguna Phuket - Stay-and-play with beach access

Best Scenery

Blue Canyon - Jungle canyon views on every hole

Phuket 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 7 courses represent the best golf Phuket has to offer in 2026.

The Rankings

Red Mountain Golf Club
#1

Red Mountain Golf Club

Phuket's #1 course delivers extreme golf through a repurposed tin mine.

4.5
Jon Morrow and Al Tikkanen · Phuket
Weekday
฿4,300
Weekend
฿4,300
  • Stunning mountain views from every hole in dramatic landscape
  • Nine drop zones prove this championship test demands precision
  • Former tin mine creates unique golf terrain found nowhere else
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Our Take

Jon Morrow and Al Tikkanen accomplished something borderline impossible at Red Mountain, carving 18 holes from a former tin mine that defies conventional golf architecture. The result polarizes players completely. You'll either marvel at the audacious design or curse every swing.

Signature Hole

Hole 1 (Par 4) - Narrow opener with mandatory carry sets intimidating tone immediately.

Pro Tip

Accept the drop zones exist for a reason and use them strategically.

Blue Canyon Country Club
#2

Blue Canyon Country Club

Phuket's championship masterpiece where Tiger Woods made history on brutal canyon terrain.

4.4
Yoshikazu Kato · 1991Phuket
Weekday
฿4,300
Weekend
฿4,300
  • Play where Tiger, Faldo and Norman competed in Johnnie Walker Classics
  • Canyon Course's hole 13 features Tiger's legendary canyon-clearing shot
  • Two championship courses on dramatic reclaimed tin mine landscape
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Our Take

Blue Canyon remains Phuket's crown jewel, a bucket-list destination where championship pedigree meets raw natural drama. Yoshikazu Kato's 1991 Canyon Course transformed abandoned tin mines into Asia's most punishing layout, hosting three Johnnie Walker Classics and cementing its legend when Tiger Woods launched that impossible 2-iron over the 13th canyon in 1998.

Signature Hole

Canyon 13 (Par 4) - Tiger's immortal 2-iron carry over the entire canyon remains golf legend.

Pro Tip

Keep approach shots below the hole on lightning-fast greens rolling at 10-11 stimp.

Aquella Golf & Country Club
#3

Aquella Golf & Country Club

Modern beachfront masterpiece built on historic Thai Muang bones with stunning Andaman views.

4.7
Pacific Golf Coast Design (PCD) · Phuket
Weekday
฿2,700
Weekend
฿2,700
  • Signature hole 11 plays directly to pristine Andaman Sea beach
  • Unique timber-faced bunkers honor Thai golf heritage
  • Strategic water features offer risk-reward choices throughout
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Our Take

Paul Reeves and Phil Ryan deserve enormous credit for what they've accomplished at Aquella. Building on the bones of the long-defunct Thai Muang course, they've created something genuinely special. a resort course with teeth that never feels unfair. The timber-faced bunkers are a masterstroke, paying homage to the original layout while establishing a unique visual signature rare in Thailand.

Signature Hole

Hole 11 (Par 3) - Breathtaking beachfront par-3 with Andaman Sea backdrop and coastal winds.

Pro Tip

Play conservatively around the natural streams early in your round to build confidence before tackling the signature holes.

Loch Palm Golf Club
#4

Loch Palm Golf Club

Phuket's most relaxing resort course wraps around Crystal Lake with scenic jungle hills.

4.4
· Phuket
Weekday
฿3,900
Weekend
฿3,900
  • Island green par-3 14th is Phuket's most photographed hole
  • Crystal Lake dominates front nine with constant water drama
  • Back nine climbs into jungle hills with elevation changes
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Our Take

Loch Palm delivers exactly what resort golfers want: beauty without brutality. The front nine's lake-wrapped routing creates constant water drama while staying fair, with palm-lined fairways offering generous landing areas. The transition to hillier terrain on the back nine provides welcome variety.

Signature Hole

Hole 14 (Par 3) - Island green demands precise iron over water with jungle backdrop.

Pro Tip

Play early morning when Crystal Lake reflects golden light and temperatures stay cool.

Laguna Golf Phuket
#5

Laguna Golf Phuket

Paul Jansen's strategic masterpiece delivers cerebral golf within Phuket's premier resort destination.

4.4
· Phuket
Weekday
฿5,000
Weekend
฿4,900
  • Water hazards on 17 holes demand precise shot placement.
  • Zoysia fairways and TifEagle greens offer pristine conditioning year-round.
  • Seamlessly integrated into Laguna's luxury resort ecosystem.
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Our Take

Laguna Golf Phuket represents modern resort architecture at its finest. Jansen's 2014 redesign transformed a forgettable holiday track into a thoughtful, visually striking layout that rewards course management over raw power. The strategic water placement on 17 holes isn't gimmicky. it's intelligent design that creates genuine decision-making moments throughout the round.

Signature Hole

Hole 18 (Par 5) - Risk-reward finisher with water guarding green approach shots.

Pro Tip

Play conservatively off tees, focus on approach angles to undulating greens.

Mission Hills Phuket Golf Resort & Spa
#6

Mission Hills Phuket Golf Resort & Spa

Spectacular oceanfront Nicklaus design with island greens and Andaman Sea views.

4
Jack Nicklaus · 2004Phuket
Weekday
฿3,680
Weekend
฿3,680
  • Ocean views from nearly every hole along Phuket's northeast coast
  • Signature island greens on holes 2nd and 5th create memorable moments
  • Jack Nicklaus design features dramatic waste bunkers and water hazards
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Our Take

Mission Hills delivers what few courses can: genuine oceanfront golf with multiple holes playing over the Andaman Sea. Nicklaus crafted something special here in 2004, using the dramatic coastline to create memorable island greens on the 2nd and 5th holes that rival anything in resort golf.

Signature Hole

Hole 12 (Par 4) - The 481-yard monster requires two perfect shots to reach the lake-guarded green.

Pro Tip

Play early morning to avoid afternoon sea breezes that make approach shots treacherous.

Phuket Country Club - Country Club Course
#7

Phuket Country Club - Country Club Course

Phuket's first championship course splits dramatically between hilly front nine and flat back nine.

4.3
· Phuket
Weekday
฿2,400
Weekend
฿2,400
  • Historic significance as Phuket's original championship layout from 1989.
  • Two distinct course experiences within single round.
  • Excellent scoring opportunities on receptive, slower greens.
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Our Take

Dr. Sukitti Klangvisai's 1989 design remains a solid test nearly 35 years later, though it clearly shows its age in modern golf architecture terms. The opening three holes are admittedly weak, but the course finds its rhythm once you reach the elevated terrain of holes 6-7, where downhill tee shots through jungle corridors demand accuracy.

Signature Hole

Hole 10 (Par 4) - The signature hole marks transition to flatter terrain with strategic bunkering.

Pro Tip

Choose correct tees for your skill level as the course rewards precision over power.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the green fees at top Phuket golf courses?
Premium courses range from 2,400-5,000 THB. Red Mountain and Blue Canyon charge 4,300 THB, while Laguna Golf Phuket is the most expensive at 5,000 THB. Budget-friendly Phuket Country Club costs 2,400 THB.
Which Phuket golf course has the highest rating?
Aquella Golf & Country Club leads with a 4.7 rating, designed by Pacific Golf Coast Design. Red Mountain Golf Club follows at 4.5, while Blue Canyon, Loch Palm, and Laguna Golf all share 4.4 ratings.
Are there any Jack Nicklaus designed courses in Phuket?
Yes, Mission Hills Phuket Golf Resort & Spa features a Jack Nicklaus signature design, opened in 2004. Green fees are 3,680 THB with a 4.0 rating and full resort amenities.
What's the best value golf course in Phuket?
Aquella Golf & Country Club offers exceptional value at 2,700 THB with the island's highest rating of 4.7. The Pacific Golf Coast Design course provides premium quality at a moderate price point.
Which Phuket golf courses were designed by international architects?
Red Mountain features Jon Morrow and Al Tikkanen design, Blue Canyon by Yoshikazu Kato (1991), Aquella by Pacific Golf Coast Design, and Mission Hills by Jack Nicklaus (2004).
What's the most expensive golf course in Phuket?
Laguna Golf Phuket charges the highest green fees at 5,000 THB. Despite the premium price, it maintains a solid 4.4 rating and offers integrated resort amenities and luxury facilities.

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