Best Golf Courses in Pattaya: Top Layouts, Rates, and Booking Tips 2026

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Golf courses in Pattaya: why this coast is worth the trip

The golf courses in Pattaya make this stretch of the Eastern Seaboard one of the densest golf destinations in Asia. One local fee tracker counts 25 championship courses within 90 minutes of the city (Pattaya Golf), and most of the best layouts sit 20 to 40 minutes from the beach. You can play a tournament host course in the morning and be back for a seafood dinner on Jomtien by sunset.

Three things set Pattaya apart from home golf for most visitors. Every round comes with a caddie, the courses are built for year round play, and prices for top tier layouts are still well below what you would pay for a comparable course in Europe, Japan, or South Korea. The trade off is heat, afternoon storms in the rainy season, and a pricing system that confuses first timers because green fee, caddie fee, cart fee, and tip are often quoted separately.

This guide covers the best golf clubs in Pattaya course by course, what a round really costs in 2026, how to book tee times and packages for less, and how to plan your days around the weather and traffic. Prices quoted are in Thai baht (THB) and come from dated rate cards published by local booking services. Information as of October 2026.

Best golf clubs Pattaya: the top layouts compared

Course	Drive from central Pattaya	Character	Best for
Siam Country Club Old Course	About 25 minutes	Tournament host, demanding greens	Bucket list round, low handicappers
Siam Country Club Plantation	About 25 minutes	Long, strategic, scenic	Strong players who want a test
Siam Country Club Waterside and Rolling Hills	About 25 to 30 minutes	Newer Siam layouts, lots of water	Groups who want the Siam experience at a lower fee
Chee Chan Golf Resort	About 30 minutes	Modern design under the Khao Chee Chan cliff	First visit, photos, conditioning
Laem Chabang International Country Club	About 35 minutes	Jack Nicklaus design, 27 holes	All round quality and value
Phoenix Gold Golf and Country Club	About 25 minutes	Hilly with sea views	Mid and higher handicappers
Burapha, Pattana, Bangpra, Pattaya Country Club	20 to 45 minutes	Established, relaxed layouts	Budget rounds and second rounds in a day

Drive times and course character are based on the comparison by GolfSavers and traffic will add time in high season.

Siam Country Club: four courses, one famous name

Siam Country Club runs four separate 18 hole courses: Old Course, Plantation, Waterside, and Rolling Hills. The Old Course is the marquee round and has hosted international professional events. Plantation is longer and more strategic, while Waterside and Rolling Hills offer the same club service and conditioning at lower rates. More detail is in the review section below.

Chee Chan Golf Resort: the photogenic one

Chee Chan sits south of the city, framed by the golden Buddha image on Khao Chee Chan. Wide fairways and large, fast greens make it friendly off the tee but demanding around the hole. It is a favourite for first time visitors because the setting is unlike anything back home.

Laem Chabang International Country Club: the all rounder

Laem Chabang is a Jack Nicklaus design with 27 holes laid out over valley, lake, and mountain nines. It is a little further north, but reviewers consistently rate it as one of the best balances of quality, pace of play, and price on the coast.

Phoenix Gold: views and variety

Phoenix Gold has 27 holes on rolling terrain with views toward the Gulf of Thailand. Fairways are generous, which makes it a good choice for mixed ability groups.

Value courses worth knowing

Burapha, Pattana, Bangpra, and Pattaya Country Club are the courses expats play every week. They are cheaper, quieter on weekdays, and a smart pick if you want to play 36 holes in a day or save your budget for one round at Siam.

Siam Country Club Pattaya review: is the Old Course worth the fee?

Siam Country Club is the name most visiting golfers know before they land. The Old Course is a par 72 of roughly 6,940 yards from the back tees (Thailand Golf Courses) and has hosted the LPGA Thailand event as well as European Tour golf, so conditioning is kept close to tournament standard for much of the year.

What a round at Siam Country Club costs

Course	Weekday all in	Weekend all in	Breakdown (weekday)
Old Course	THB 5,900	THB 7,300	Green fee 4,400 + caddie 500 + cart 1,000
Plantation	THB 5,300	THB 6,200	Green fee 3,800 + caddie 500 + cart 1,000

These are discounted rates through a booking agent, valid until 31 October 2026 according to Pattaya Golf Courses. Booking directly at the counter usually costs more: a separate fee tracker lists the Old Course walk in green fee at THB 6,500 before caddie and the compulsory cart (Pattaya Golf). Add a caddie tip on top of either price.

What reviewers praise

Greens. Fast, true, and heavily contoured. Many golfers say they are the best putting surfaces they have played in Asia.
Service. Professional caddies, a well run clubhouse, and smooth check in.
Choice. Four courses on one property, so a group can play the Old Course once and rotate through Plantation, Waterside, and Rolling Hills on other days.

What to know before you book

Carts are compulsory, so you cannot walk to save money.
It is not a beginner course. Greens punish loose putting and the rough can be thick. Higher handicappers often enjoy Waterside or Rolling Hills more.
It books out in high season. Reserve one to two weeks ahead from November to March, and earlier for weekend mornings.
Dress code applies. Collared shirt, golf trousers or tailored shorts, and soft spike shoes are the norm across Pattaya’s top clubs.

Verdict

If you play one premium round on the trip, make it the Old Course and pay the extra for a morning tee time. If your group has mixed abilities, book Plantation or Waterside for the same Siam experience at a lower cost and less frustration on the greens.

Pattaya golf green fee rates: what a round really costs in 2026

In Thailand the price you see first is often only the green fee. A real round adds three more items: a caddie fee (caddies are standard at almost every course), a cart fee (compulsory at many top courses), and a caddie tip. The chart below shows the weekday total before tip.

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The four Siam, Chee Chan, and Laem Chabang figures are agent rates from Pattaya Golf Courses, and the Phoenix Gold and Burapha figures come from the June 2026 fee tracker at Pattaya Golf. Weekend rates at the premium courses run roughly 15 to 25 percent higher.

What each line item means

Item	Typical range	Notes
Green fee	About THB 1,200 at modest courses up to THB 6,500 walk in at Siam Old Course	Varies by day, season, and booking channel
Caddie fee	About THB 300 to 500	Paid at the counter, mandatory at most courses
Cart fee	About THB 700 to 1,000	Compulsory at Siam Country Club, Chee Chan, Laem Chabang, and Phoenix Gold
Caddie tip	About THB 300 to 500	Paid in cash directly to your caddie after the round

Caddie fee and tip ranges come from Thailand Golf Courses and local guides; compulsory cart policies are listed by Pattayagolf.net.

Why prices differ so much between websites

You will see Siam Old Course quoted anywhere from THB 4,400 to over 6,000 for the green fee alone. The difference is the channel: walk in counter rates are highest, local agents buy tee times in volume and pass on discounts, and package operators bundle transfers and hotels. Always check whether a quote includes caddie, cart, and transfer before you compare.

Golf packages in Pattaya: what you get and how to book for less

Most visitors book through a local golf agent or a package operator rather than calling the club. Packages come in three common forms.

Package type	What is included	Best for
Green fee package	Green fee, caddie, and cart for one round	Golfers with their own car or staying close to a course
Round with transfer	Green fee, caddie, cart, plus hotel pickup and return	Most short stay visitors
Multi round tour	Several rounds, transfers, and often hotel nights	Golf groups and longer trips

Groups pay less per person

Transfer packages get cheaper as the group grows because the van cost is shared. One published rate card for a weekday round at Siam Old Course with round trip transfers lists THB 7,900 for a solo golfer and THB 6,500 per person for a four ball (Pattaya Golf Courses). If you are travelling alone, ask agents whether they can pair you with another golfer.

Booking tips that save money and stress

Book one to two weeks ahead in high season. November to March is peak, and premium courses fill up early on weekends.
Compare all in prices. Ask each agent for green fee, caddie, cart, and transfer as one number before choosing.
Play weekdays. Weekend premiums at top courses often add THB 800 to 1,400 per player.
Take the earliest tee time. Starting around 6:30 to 7:00 in the morning avoids the worst heat and the afternoon storms in the rainy season.
Check the rain policy. Ask whether a round washed out by lightning is refunded, credited, or forfeited.
Rent clubs if needed. Most top clubs rent quality sets, which saves airline baggage fees for short trips.
Carry cash for tips. Caddie tips are paid in cash at the end of the round.
Confirm the dress code. Collared shirts are required at most courses, and some clubs refuse denim and gym shorts.

How to spot a reliable booking agent

Publishes dated rate cards with a clear breakdown of each fee
Gives a booking confirmation with the club name, tee time, and number of players
Has a local phone or messaging contact you can reach on the day
Does not ask for full prepayment far in advance without a written cancellation policy

Play golf near Pattaya beach: timing, transport, and a sample plan

None of the championship courses sit right on the sand, but most are a short drive inland from Pattaya Beach Road and Jomtien. In light traffic, Siam Country Club and Phoenix Gold are about 25 minutes away, Chee Chan about 30 minutes, and Laem Chabang about 35 minutes. Allow extra time on weekends and public holidays, when traffic from Bangkok fills the main roads.

Getting to the course

Option	How it works	Good for
Agent transfer	Van pickup at your hotel, waits during the round	Groups with bags, first time visitors
Ride hailing app	Book a car to the club, arrange the return at the clubhouse	Solo golfers travelling light
Car with driver	Hire for the day, combine two courses or golf with sightseeing	36 hole days and families
Self drive	Rent a car, drive on the left	Experienced drivers staying longer

Best time of year to play

Period	Weather	What it means for golf
November to February	Cooler and drier	Peak season, best conditions, highest demand and rates
March to May	Hottest months	Play at dawn, drink plenty of water, expect quieter courses
June to October	Rainy season	Mornings are often dry, storms usually arrive in the afternoon, look for low season deals

Sample three day golf plan

Day	Morning	Afternoon and evening
Day 1	Warm up round at Phoenix Gold or Burapha	Recover by the pool, dinner in Jomtien
Day 2	Bucket list round at Siam Country Club Old Course	Massage, night market or beachfront dinner
Day 3	Chee Chan or Laem Chabang	Pack up or extend with a second round if the weather allows

This mix gives you one premium round, one scenic round, and one easier course to settle into the heat. Swap Day 1 for Siam Waterside if your group wants every round at a Siam property.

Staying safe in the heat

Start before 7:00 in the morning in hot months
Drink water at every halfway stop, and carry electrolyte drinks
Use the cart shade and wear a hat and sunscreen
Stop play when the course sounds the lightning siren

FAQ: golf courses in Pattaya

What are the best golf courses in Pattaya?

Siam Country Club Old Course is the most famous, followed by Siam Plantation, Chee Chan Golf Resort, and Laem Chabang International Country Club. Phoenix Gold and Burapha are popular for value and mixed ability groups.

How much does a round of golf cost in Pattaya?

A weekday round at a top course costs about THB 3,500 to 6,000 including caddie and cart, plus a caddie tip of about THB 300 to 500. Weekend and high season rates are higher, and walk in prices are usually above agent rates.

Do I have to take a caddie?

At almost every course in Pattaya, yes. Caddies carry or manage your bag, read greens, and help with local rules. Tipping is expected and paid in cash.

Can visitors play Siam Country Club?

Yes. All four Siam courses accept visitors, but tee times book out in high season, so reserve one to two weeks ahead.

Can I rent golf clubs in Pattaya?

Most leading clubs rent sets, and many agents can arrange rentals with your booking. Ask about the brand and condition when you book.

What should I wear?

A collared shirt, golf trousers or tailored shorts, and golf shoes. Denim, vests, and gym wear are not accepted at most clubs.

Pre trip checklist

Pick one premium course and one or two value courses
Compare all in quotes including caddie, cart, and transfer
Book weekday morning tee times one to two weeks ahead in high season
Confirm the rain and cancellation policy
Pack sun protection, light rain gear, and spare gloves
Bring cash for caddie tips

Prices in this guide come from dated third party rate cards and change by season and booking channel. Always confirm the final price with the club or your agent before you play.