Planning a golf holiday in Hua Hin? This is the town Thai royalty chose for their seaside escape, and it has the same pull for golfers. Hua Hin sits about three hours by road from Bangkok, its golf courses are roughly 20 minutes from town, and it delivers some of the best value of any golf holiday in Thailand. This guide is our own shortlist, built from the Hua Hin golf trips we run every season.
Prefer to watch? Our founder Conor walks through the full Hua Hin golf guide in the video below. You can also explore our Hua Hin golf destination page for sample itineraries.
Inside this Hua Hin golf guide
The best golf courses in Hua Hin
Let’s be clear about it: Hua Hin has two elite-level golf courses, Black Mountain and Pineapple Valley (formerly Banyan). If you only want to play five-star golf on your Hua Hin golf holiday, the best plan is to play both of them twice.
Want more variety? These Hua Hin golf courses are also well worth a game:
- Springfield — a dependable, well-presented layout.
- Palm Hills — a popular choice that fits easily into a week.
- Majestic — a good addition for groups playing five or six rounds.
- Sea Pines — maintenance can be patchy, but the closing holes have sea views that make it worth the trip.
Driving in from Bangkok? Break up the trip with a round at Nikanti or Suwan on the way down. Both sit on the western side of Bangkok, so you arrive in Hua Hin with a round already done. For a closer look at each course, read our 5 best golf courses in Hua Hin.
Where to stay on a Hua Hin golf holiday
We choose our Hua Hin golf hotels on value and location, so you are close to the beach, the restaurants and the drive to the first tee. These are our personal favourites:
- 5-star: Putahracsa and The Standard, Hua Hin
- 4-star: Asira, Maven, Stylish and G Hua Hin
- 3-star: Royal Pavilion, for groups who want to put the budget into green fees
Not sure which suits your group? Tell us your budget and room mix and we’ll match the hotel to the golf.
The best restaurants in Hua Hin
Evenings in Hua Hin are relaxed, and the food scene is better than its size suggests. Two places we send every golf group:
- Father Ted’s — live music and a great atmosphere, run by Irish owner David. The best spot for a post-round pint.
- Ken’s Kitchen — Chef Ken’s food is top-tier, with presentation to match. Book it for the big night of the trip.
Also worth a visit: Cicada Market for a lively evening of street food, art and local stalls, and Monsoon Valley vineyard for a long lunch among the vines.
Things to do in Hua Hin between rounds
Hua Hin doesn’t have a standout headline tour or a quality elephant sanctuary, so we are selective about what we recommend. These are the tours and excursions worth your rest day:
- Kui Buri National Park — see wild elephants in their natural habitat. This is the best elephant experience in the area.
- Eat like a local food tour — the quickest way to find the dishes and spots you would never find on your own.
- Thai cooking course — a fun, hands-on half day that works well for mixed groups and partners.
Hua Hin golf packages
People choose Hua Hin for the chilled vibe, courses that are only about 20 minutes away and excellent value. Every one of our Hua Hin golf packages is tailor-made: we arrange your hotel, tee times, private transfers and on-the-ground support around your group, your budget and the number of rounds you want to play.
Hua Hin is at its best as part of a bigger trip, so most of our Thailand golf packages pair it with Bangkok and/or Chiang Mai. Comparing regions? See our top 4 golf destinations in Thailand.
Hua Hin golf holiday FAQs
How far is Hua Hin from Bangkok?
Hua Hin is about three hours by road from Bangkok. Most of our golfers arrive into Bangkok and take a private transfer down, often stopping to play a round on the way.
What are the best golf courses in Hua Hin?
Black Mountain and Pineapple Valley (formerly Banyan) are Hua Hin’s two elite-level courses. Springfield, Palm Hills, Majestic and Sea Pines are also well worth playing.
How many rounds should I play on a Hua Hin golf holiday?
Four to six rounds works well for most groups. If you only want five-star golf, play Black Mountain and Pineapple Valley twice each.
When is the best time for a golf holiday in Hua Hin?
November to April is the best time for a Hua Hin golf holiday, as it is the dry season. April to July is technically the rainy season, but it isn’t too rainy at all, so Hua Hin plays well for much of the year.
Can I combine Hua Hin with other Thailand golf destinations?
Yes, and we recommend it. Hua Hin pairs perfectly with Bangkok and/or Chiang Mai as part of a wider Thailand golf holiday.
Do you offer Hua Hin golf packages?
Yes. Every Luxury Golf Tours Asia package is tailor-made, with your hotel, tee times, private transfers and on-the-ground support arranged around your group.
Hua Hin golf tours to get you started
Every tour below is fully tailor-made, so treat these as a starting point and we’ll shape the hotels, courses and nights around your group.
