Pattaya Golf Experience

The city of Pattaya is located about 90 minutes south-east of the Thai capital of Bangkok. With over 20 courses in the area, Pattaya is a golfers paradise and allows for many unique rounds to be played over a wide variety of layout, challenge and style. Golf in Pattaya is very popular and one of our largest destinations. Outside of golf, there are many things to do including a visit to some of the surrounding islands, relaxing on the beach and heading out at night to experience Pattaya’s world-renowned nightlife.

With its airport connecting various regional destinations, Pattaya can be included as part of a larger golf holiday experience in Asia. There is something in Pattaya for everyone, and combined with the excellent golf it is a true gem amongst gems.

Siam Country Club Old Course

The Old Course is a fantastic experience. The first course in the Siam Country Club stable, it is home to the Thai stop on the US LPGA normally played in February. A very traditional layout is a favourite for all Pattaya golfers.

Laem Chabang Interntaional Country Club

This Jack Nicklaus design is popular among all visitors. With 27 well designed holes, it offers a superb challenge and is fair for all golfers. Enjoy holes that meander through the jungle, and also which play along some perfectly placed water hazards. Night golf is also possible.

Chee Chan Golf Resort

Opened in 2019, the IMG-managed Chee Chan is a tough test no matter which tee box chosen. With a howling wind the course puts up a great defence. Views of Chee Chan Mountain and Pattaya provide for a great respite during a very challenging round.

Siam Country Club Plantation Course

The Plantation Course, the second in the Siam Country Club stable, is kept in pristine condition. The course is 27 holes of excellent golf and is a challenge for everyone that tee’s it up. With its crowned green complexes, it requires accuracy and precision. Provides great views over Pattaya.

Siam Country Club Waterside Course

The Waterside Course is the third course in the Siam Country Club stable. The 2 closing holes are excellent, and the practice facilities are world-class. It isn’t up the same level as The Old Course but is an enjoyable round of golf in Pattaya.

Siam Country Club Rolling Hills Course

Opened in 2020, Rolling Hills is the fourth course in the Siam Country Club stable. Extremely different from its sister courses, there are lots of waste areas and is along the lines of a links style course. Very unique to other golf courses in Thailand.

Phoenix Gold Golf & Country Club – Located just south of Pattaya, this 27 hole course is a great course to include as a first round on a trip. With forgiving fairways and fair greens, the course ensures all golfers are in the swing of things for some of the more difficult courses on the golf experience in Pattaya.

Burapha Golf Club Pattaya

Previous host of the Thailand Open and multiple Singha Thailand Championships, this 36 hole course offers great variety with an excellent layout. The championship C & D courses are the pick of the litter and ensure excellent memories from a great round of golf.

Pattana Golf Club & Resort Pattaya

This 27 hole course provides excellent value-for-money golf just north of Pattaya. Well maintained with great facilities, quality and value can be assured when playing Pattana Golf Club.

Khao Kheow Country Club Pattaya

A great course to include on the way to or from Pattaya. The course has 27 holes and it is set up amongst the hills outside of Pattaya. Some tight fairways mean it offers a very good challenge and requires a straight ball.

Recommended Restaurants

  • Surf & Turf Beach Club & Restaurant, Pattaya. Western. (499/5 Moo 5 Pattaya-Naklua Road, Bang Lamung District, Chon Buri 20150, Thailand). For Reservations +66 91 758 3895
  • Ruen Thai Restaurant, Pattaya – Thai (485/3 Pattaya Second Road, South Pattaya). For reservations +66 89 456 9193
  • Radius Restaurant, Cape Dara Resort, Pattaya – European/Asian (Cape Dara Resort, Naklua Road Soi 20). For Reservations +66 38 933 888
  • The Glass House, Na Jomtien – Seafood, Western, Asian (5/22 Moo 2 (opposite Alangkarn Theatre), Na Jomtien). For Reservations +66 38 255 922

Recommended bars

  • Hopf Brew House (Soi 13/1, Beach Road, South Pattaya)
  • Rooftop Bar: Horizon Bar and Restaurant (34th Floor – Hilton Pattaya Hotel – South Pattaya)
  • Sports Bar: Retox Game On (508/2-3 หมู่ที่ 10 Bang Lamung District, Chon Buri 20150)
  • Pattaya Beer Garden (118/4 Beach Rd, Pattaya City, Bang Lamung District, Chon Buri 20260)
  • Hard Rock Cafe Pattaya (Moo 9, Pattaya Beach Road, 20150 Pattaya)
  • The Beach Club Pattaya (Pullman Pattaya Hotel G, Wongamart Beach, Pattaya-Naklua Road, Soi 16, 20150 Chonburi)

Hospital information

  • Bangkok Hospital Pattaya (6 Sukhumvit Rd, Muang Pattaya, Bang Lamung District, Chon Buri 20150)

Phone providers (available at the airport)

  • True Move (1242)
  • DTAC (1678)
  • AIS (1175)

Things to bring that you may not think of:

  • Portable Cooler – keeps drinks cool on the course
  • Reusable Ice Pack – keeps you cool on the course
  • Electrolyte powder

Other:

  • No alcohol sales between 2-5pm daily (hotels and courses will sell)
  • No alcohol sales on Buddhist holidays
  • Courses have locker rooms and showers to use – bring a change of clothes
  • Tips in restaurants are not expected. Some restaurants have service charge. Tip if you feel service is good
  • Grab Taxis – price is set before you get in

Sanctuary of Truth

Visit this Hindu-Buddhist temple that was never finished and is now a museum. The architecture is from the Ayutthaya dynasty and is different to some of the more recent Thai architecture seen today. It is perched up on the hill overlooking the ocean and has some outstanding vistas. Learn the significance of the design and the items inside the museum and how they relate to Thai history.

Nong Nooch Tropical Gardens and Chee Chan Mountain

Visit the Nong Nooch Tropical Gardens and experience the different local foliage and fauna intricately laid over the expansive area of the gardens. Enjoy various activities available at the gardens such as fish feeding or paddle boats. There is also a place of worship placed within this conservation project which is good to go see while there. Upon finishing up at Nong Nooch Tropical Gardens, head up the hill to the revered Chee Chan Mountain, which has a Buddha image on the mountain face, which can be seen from Chee Chan Golf Resorts. Make a prayer to the Buddha and experience some Buddhist traditions.

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Pullman Pattaya Hotel G

Set in the northern part of Pattaya Beach, the hotel is on the nicest stretch of beach while still being a short ride down to the heart of Pattaya and Walking Street. With rooms being recently renovated, a comfortable, clean and safe room can be assured. Providing a relaxing atmosphere, there are two pools to enjoy along with a nice bar on the beach to enjoy some happy hour. Combined with the very helpful and courteous staff, everyone is guaranteed to go home having an excellent experience.

AVANI Pattaya Resort

Set between beach road and second road, the AVANI Pattaya Resort is an oasis in the heart of town. The rooms are well appointed and comfortable, and the pool area is very tropical. The location leaves the hotel just steps from excellent dining options, as well as the infamous Walking Street.

Veranda Resort Pattaya – MGallery Collection

Located along the less-busy Jomtien Beach, Veranda Resort Pattaya is a beach-front hotel with everything from a comfortable and trendy lead in room to various suites. The swimming pool looks over the ocean and is very chic. A perfect option for those looking to be near the action of Pattaya Beach, but not right in amongst it.


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Hotel Amber Pattaya

Hotel Amber Pattaya is a modern 4-star hotel centrally located near Soi Buakhao, offering easy access to major Pattaya attractions. It features stylish rooms with premium bedding, a two-level outdoor pool, fitness center, sauna, and spa, making it a convenient and comfortable choice for travelers.

Mercure Pattaya Ocean Resort

Sat at the northern end of Pattaya Beach, Mercure Pattaya Ocean Resort has modern rooms with comfortable beds. The breakfast is wide-ranging and the location offers easy access to the beach, good restaurants and bars. Set just out of all the action but very close to it, means it’s a great balance.

MYTT Beach Hotel Pattaya

One of the newer hotels in Pattaya, located right on the beach. The rooms are crisp and clean, with views over Pattaya. The swimming pool is excellent, located higher up offering views out over the ocean and Pattaya. The hotel is also within walking distance to many restaurants, bars and pubs.


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Areca Lodge Pattaya

A golfer’s favourite, located in the heart of Pattaya in Soi Buakhao. Just steps from lots of great bars, some local restaurants, good western food and a whole lot of fun. Not far to the famous Walking Street as well. Areca Lodge has a good pool for relaxing in, some chairs by the pool to get some vitamin D and is all-in-all a great place to put your head down.

Heeton Concept Hotel Pattaya

A very reliable 3 star hotel. The rooms and large and clean having been touched up and refreshed recently. The breakfast is plentiful and there is a large swimming pool. Located just steps from LK Metro and the nightlife on Soi Buakhao, yet tranquil and quiet for a good night rest. There is an in-house massage that is very good and very affordable.

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