2026 Course Rankings

The 10 Best Golf Courses in Thailand (Ranked by a Local School)

Our honest ranking of Thailand's finest layouts — based on conditioning, design, and the courses we book most for our students.

Short answer: the 10 best golf courses in Thailand are led by Black Mountain (Hua Hin), Amata Spring (Chonburi), Thai Country Club (Bangkok), and Siam Country Club Old Course (Pattaya). They span Hua Hin, Bangkok, Pattaya, and Phuket, and most are bookable through a local school or hotel. Here is the full ranked list.

  1. 1. Black Mountain Golf Club — Hua Hin. Flawless conditioning and a tournament-proven layout; consistently voted Thailand's best.
  2. 2. Amata Spring Country Club — Chonburi (near Pattaya). Host of top-tier professional events with its signature island par-3 17th.
  3. 3. Thai Country Club — Bangkok. A private, immaculate classic that has hosted multiple international championships.
  4. 4. Siam Country Club Old Course — Pattaya. The first private course in Thailand and a long-time LPGA host venue.
  5. 5. Red Mountain Golf Club — Phuket. Dramatic red-cliff terrain carved through a former tin mine.
  6. 6. Banyan Golf Club — Hua Hin. Mountain and ocean views with consistently superb greens.
  7. 7. Alpine Golf Club — Bangkok. Fast, undulating greens and a parkland layout that tests every club.
  8. 8. Chee Chan Golf Resort — Pattaya. Modern resort course set against the famous Chee Chan Buddha cliff.
  9. 9. Laem Chabang International — Pattaya. Three distinct nine-hole loops by Jack Nicklaus with outstanding variety.
  10. 10. Nikanti Golf Club — Bangkok. Innovative six-hole loops and all-inclusive pricing for a premium day out.

How We Rank Them

We rank on conditioning, design quality, and real-world playability — not marketing. These are the courses our coaching team books week after week, and the ones our students rate highest after a vacation golf school.

Budget for These Courses

Championship venues run THB 3,000–6,500 per green fee. See our 2026 green fees guide for exact weekday, weekend, and caddie fees by region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the number one golf course in Thailand?

Black Mountain Golf Club in Hua Hin is the course we rank number one for 2026, thanks to its flawless conditioning, strong routing, and consistent record of hosting international tournaments.

Which region has the best golf courses in Thailand?

Hua Hin, Bangkok, and Pattaya all hold multiple top-ten courses. Pattaya offers the deepest concentration of championship venues within easy reach of Bangkok, while Hua Hin leads on pure conditioning.

Can visitors play Thailand's private courses?

Some, such as Amata Spring and Thai Country Club, are private and require booking through a member, a hotel, or a local golf school. Black Hat Golf can arrange access to many otherwise private venues.

How much does it cost to play the best courses in Thailand?

Top-ten championship courses typically run THB 3,000–6,500 for a green fee plus a caddie fee of THB 350–500. See our full 2026 green fees guide for region-by-region pricing.

Should I book tee times in advance at these courses?

Yes, especially November–February (peak season). Booking through a local school or hotel guarantees tee times and often secures better rates than walk-in pricing.