Phuket isn’t just Thailand’s most famous beach island. It’s also one of Asia’s premier golf destinations, with around ten championship courses packed into roughly an hour’s drive of the airport. Playing golf in Phuket means you can tee off at sunrise, finish a round overlooking the Andaman Sea, and still make it to Patong for dinner.
The headline draw is Blue Canyon Country Club, where Tiger Woods won the Johnnie Walker Classic in 1998 and again in 2000. Red Mountain Golf Club is the other must-play, carved through a former tin mine with elevation changes you don’t expect on a tropical island. For ocean views, Mission Hills Phuket Golf Club, a Jack Nicklaus signature design, runs several holes along the coastline. Laguna Golf Phuket suits resort golfers staying in Bang Tao, while Loch Palm and Phuket Country Club offer reliable, well-conditioned rounds at friendlier price points.
Caddies are mandatory at every Phuket golf club and they genuinely help, especially with reading subtle greens and managing the heat. Browse course profiles below to compare green fees, dress codes, and tee times. GolfLux secures preferred rates and confirmed bookings, and our team can put together multi-course itineraries if you’re staying for a week or longer.
Key Highlights
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Phuket Island, Andaman Coast, Southern Thailand |
| Distance from Phuket International Airport (HKT) | 15–60 minutes depending on course |
| Course Types | Championship parkland, oceanfront, mountain, and resort layouts |
| Caddie Service | Mandatory professional caddies at every course |
| Facilities | Full-service clubhouses, pro shops, on-course dining, club rentals, on-site resort accommodation |
| Tournament Heritage | Johnnie Walker Classic (1994, 1998, 2007), Asian Tour events |
| Best Playing Season | November to April (cool and dry) |
| Nearest Airport | Phuket International Airport (HKT) |
| Best Suited For | Golfers wanting championship-level play paired with beach resort downtime |
New to playing golf in Phuket? These courses are the easiest entry points — well-maintained, caddie-assisted, and within 90 minutes of the city center. No local knowledge required.
Thepkrasattri Rd, Tambon Talat Yai, Thalang, Phuket 83140, Thailand
Holes: 36 Par: 144 Length: 7179 yd Slope: N/ABlue Canyon Country Club in Phuket, Thailand is ranked by international media as one of the most prestigious golfing establishments in the region. The Blue Canyon Country Club is the one…
34 Moo 4, Srisoonthorn Road Cherngtalay, Thalang Phuket 83110, Thailand
Holes: 18 Par: 71 Length: 6756 yd Slope: N/ALaguna Golf Phuket is an 18-hole, par-71 golf course, set within the world renowned Laguna Phuket Resort – Asia’s first fully integrated destination resort. With easy accessibility by complimentary shuttle services…
157/12 Moo 9, Limdul Road, Thai Muang District, Phang Nga, 82120, Thailand
Holes: 18 Par: 72 Length: 7000 yards Slope: N/AAquella Golf and Country Club offers an exceptional 18-hole, par 72 golf course spanning 7,019 yards. The course features rolling beachside terrain covered with Platinum Paspalum grass, flowing streams, sand…
61/17-19 Chaofa West Rd Muang Chalong Chang Wat Phuket 83000, Thailand
Holes: 9 Par: 31 Length: 2193 yd Slope: N/APhunaka Golf Course is a 9 hole floodlight golf course in a stunning location on the southern part of Phuket Island. Just a short drive from Phuket Town and the…
Address 38 Moo 5 Vichitsongkram Rd., Kathu District, Phuket 83120, Thailand.
Holes: 18 Par: 72 Length: 6422 yd Slope: N/ALoch Palm Golf Club is built around Crystal Lake, the glistening central feature of the course and the largest body of water on any Phuket golf course. Loch Palm has smooth…
119 Moo 4 Vichitsongkram Rd.,Kathu District, Phuket 83120, Thailand
Holes: 18 Par: 72 Length: 6900 yd Slope: N/ARed Mountain Golf Club is surely one of Asia’s most exciting new courses. Winding its way through a truly dramatic 1400 rai former tin mine site in the heart of Phuket,…
80/1, Moo 7,Vichitsongkram Road Kathu, Phuket, Thailand
Holes: 27 Par: 108 Length: 6750 yd Slope: 75,1Phuket Country Club established in 1989, is the first and one of the finest golf courses in Phuket, famous tourist site of Thailand. The stunning and elegant beauty of the…
195 Moo 4 Pa khlok, Amphur Thalang, Phuket 83110 Thailand
Holes: 18 Par: 72 Length: 6806 yd Slope: N/AMission Hills Phuket Golf Resort is a championship world-class 18 hole golf course created by the one and only Nicklaus Design. Mission Hills Phuket Resort is a golfer’s dream situated on…
Discover some of the best golf courses near Phuket, just 1-2 hours away. These premier courses feature championship greens, breathtaking mountain views, and world-class facilities for every golfer.
157/12 Moo 9, Limdul Road, Thai Muang, Thai Mueang District, Phang-nga 82120, Thailand
Holes: 18 Par: 72 Length: 7000 yards Slope: N/AThe Aquella Golf Resort And Country Club is situated along the Andaman Sea at Thai Muang Beach, which is about 40 minutes north of Phuket Airport. This 177-hectare site development…
51 Moo 4 Thung Kha Ngok District Mueang Phangnga, Thailand 82000
Holes: 18 Par: 72 Length: 7023 yd Slope: N/AKatathong Golf Resort is an 18-hole championship course nestled between three stunning misty mountains in Phang Nga, Southern Thailand, Khao Nang Hong, Khao Tao and the tallest of the three…
Lam Kaen, Thai Mueang, Phang Nga 82210, Thailand
Holes: 18 Par: 72 Length: 6825 yd Slope: N/ATublamu Navy Golf Course is a rural municipal course owned and operated by the Royal Thai Navy. The 18-hole layout plays along the Andaman Sea and is home to many sea…
November through April is the high season, with dry weather and steady breezes off the Andaman Sea. May to October is the rainy season, but showers usually pass quickly and green fees drop noticeably. Early morning tee times (6:30–8:00 AM) are popular year-round to beat the midday heat and humidity.
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Most courses sit between 15 and 60 minutes from Phuket International Airport. Blue Canyon and Mission Hills are closest, just 10–20 minutes away, making them ideal for arrival or departure-day rounds. Private transfers are the easiest option and GolfLux can arrange airport pickup with your booking. Grab is widely available for shorter trips.
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Green fees typically range from THB 2,500 to 6,500. Premium courses like Blue Canyon Canyon Course and Red Mountain command the highest rates (around THB 5,500–6,500), while Loch Palm, Laguna, and Phuket Country Club sit in the THB 2,500–4,000 range. Mandatory caddie fees (THB 500–600) and cart rental (THB 700–900) are usually billed separately.
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Plenty. Hit the beaches at Kata, Karon, or Surin, take a longtail boat to Phi Phi or James Bond Island, explore Phuket Old Town’s Sino-Portuguese shophouses, or catch a Muay Thai fight in Patong. Most courses have spa facilities on-site, and a post-round Thai massage costs around THB 400–800 per hour.
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