Main courses at a glance
| Course | From town | Known for |
|---|---|---|
| Royal Hua Hin | about 1 km | Thailand's oldest course (1924), by the railway station |
| Black Mountain | about 11 km | Championship layout that has hosted Asian Tour events |
| Banyan | about 9–10 km | Views over pineapple fields to the sea |
| Pineapple Valley | about 15 km | Valley course with water and mountain views |
| Palm Hills | about 8 km north | Hilly, scenic, close to town |
| Sea Pines | about 8 km south | Army-run seaside course near Khao Takiab |
| Springfield Royal | about 20–25 km, Cha-am | Jack Nicklaus design |
| Majestic Creek | about 25 km | Quiet inland course, good value |
Approximate road distances from central Hua Hin. Green fees are set by each club – check with the course.
When to play
November to February is peak season: cool mornings, dry fairways and the busiest tee sheets – book a week or two ahead. March to May is hot, so tee off at dawn. June to October brings green-season rates and quieter courses; storms usually arrive in the afternoon, so morning rounds rarely wash out. See Hua Hin weather by month.
Golf transfers
Golf bags need space. An SUV takes four players with bags; the VIP van takes eight players with bags and still leaves room for pull-carts. Our local rides start at ฿1,000 for an SUV and ฿1,300 for the van, and airport pickups from Bangkok start at ฿2,200 for an SUV. Full details are in our golf transfers guide.
Planning a golf trip
- Most visiting groups play four or five courses over a week, mixing the big names with a relaxed round at Royal Hua Hin.
- Caddies are standard at Thai courses; tipping is expected and set by each club's customs.
- Carts are optional on some courses and compulsory on others.
- Non-golfers can spend the day at the beach, markets or a spa – Hua Hin is easy for mixed groups.
In this guide
Guide
Hua Hin golf courses
The best golf courses in Hua Hin compared: Black Mountain, Banyan, Pineapple Valley, Royal Hua Hin, Palm Hills, Sea Pines, Springfield and Majestic Creek.
Guide
Golf transfers in Hua Hin
Golf transfers in Hua Hin: cars and vans sized for golf bags, Bangkok airport pickups, daily rides to Black Mountain, Banyan and more. Fixed prices per vehicle.
Questions
How many golf courses are in Hua Hin?+
Around a dozen within roughly 30 minutes of town, plus more in Cha-am and Pranburi.
What is the best golf course in Hua Hin?+
Black Mountain is the most famous; Banyan and Pineapple Valley are close rivals.
When is golf season in Hua Hin?+
November to February is best; golf is played all year.
Can you transfer golf bags from Bangkok airport?+
Yes – choose an SUV for up to four players with bags, or a van for larger groups.
