Hanoi golf courses

The Kings Course (19 holes) is BRG Kings Island Golf Resort 's newest Golf Course. The course was designed by Jack Nicklaus II, president of No.1 golf designer company Nicklaus Design, a world leader in golf design.

The beauty of the island and the current courses influenced Jack II to design the Kings Course. The front nine makes its way through natural woodland and is considered an instant classic with numerous challenging holes. The back nine offers a superb challenge wrapped by large lakes.

The course and golf experience is concluded with a special par-3 19th hole, plays from a tee above a rock waterfall to an island green.Jack Nicklaus II opened the Kings Course in 2018 where he said; “This is my special gift to golfers in Vietnam.”

The Lakeside Course at King’ Island Golf Club in Hanoi is part of a 36-hole golfing complex course in the around one hour from downtown Hanoi.  As its name suggest this course uses the numerous lakes and ponds for most of its protection although the elevation changes and mature trees add to the degree of difficulty.  This is one of the best golf clubs in Hanoi and is very popular with Hanoi Golfers and visitors alike.

Legend Hill Golf Resort in Hanoi is the first golf course in Vietnam  to be designed by the Jack Nicklaus, the world’s greatest ever golfer and is set to become one of the leading golf clubs in Vietnam.  The golf course has been built in a beautiful mountain setting in an area called Soc San about one hour outside the city of Hanoi.

Chi Linh Star Golf & Country Club is a very attractive 27-hole top-class course set in a wooded valley about 90 minutes from downtown Hanoi.  A terrific course which has been very well designed with elevated tees, fast greens and great views.  This golf course is also popular as a stopover when travelling between Hanoi and Halong Bay.

Long Bien Golf Course is the newest addition to the Hanoi golfing scene and only 30 minutes from the centre of the city.  Fairly typical resort-style course with mainly man-made obstacles.  Not too long or difficult so will be enjoyed by all and is already a favourite with golfers in Hanoi.  At the time of writing only 18 holes are open at Long Bien Golf Course and the additional nine are due to open sometime in 2015.  This is a public giolf club so can get very crowded at weekends.

The Mountain View Golf Course at King’ Island Golf Club in Hanoi is part of one of the best golf complexes in the North with two great courses around one hour from the city.  The Mountain View Course winds its way through the mature trees with great views of the distant hill.  You can reach he course in around one hour from Hanoi along a new highway and the last part of the journey is by speedboat to the golf club which adds to the enjoyment of the day out.

Opened in late 2010, the 300 acres of Dai Lai Star Golf & Country Club near Hanoi lies in a valley at the foot of the Ngoc Thanh Mountain, around the picturesque Dai Lai Lake from which it takes its name. The course itself is elegantly designed and features plenty of water thanks mainly to the aforementioned lake (particularly on the tricky back nine). However, it is sand which is probably more of an obstacle here, with some significant bunkering protecting the slick greens and the prime fairway landing areas. However, whilst the course is full of potential, at the time of writing it is not quite there yet, with some serious investment required to bring the facilities up to scratch.

Around 170km south of Hanoi you will find the FLC Samson Golf Links, part of the 450-hectare Samson Beach and Golf Resort, one of the most expansive resorts in the region.

The beach side location is typical of the links style golf courses that typify the British Isles.

A backdrop of the South China Sea, the River Ma and the sand dunes of the Sam Son Beach provide golfers with some truly amazing views as they plot their way around the 7200-yard, par 72 18-hole course.

Another project headed by Nicklaus design, the course screams quality from arrival at the stunning, opulent clubhouse, which provides more than any golfer could ever require from a clubhouse.

It is a testament to the international acclaim and love of the British links that this course screams traditional links.

Hanoi Golf Club which is quite close to Hanoi airport is the only Japanese-managed golf course in Vietnam and wanders over gentle undulating countryside about 40 minutes from downtown Hanoi. There are some very challenging holes involving water carries, elevated greens, deep bunkers and the occasional island green.

The Heron Lake Golf Resort in Hanoi which gets its name from the nearby lake is a pretty resort golf course around 90 minutes from downtown with extensive waterways criss-crossing the course with large beach like bunkers alongside.

Hilltop Valley Golf Club is 60 kilometres to the west of Hanoi. This is a 27 hole golf course is situated between hills, valleys, and the Da River within a spectacular mountain range that provides tremendous views from the golf course. Established in 2019, this is one of the latest additions to the exciting portfolio of golf courses in Vietnam and has been designed by IMG.

IMG are regarded as being one of the world's most prominent golf course design companies and it is easy to see why when playing around at Hilltop Valley Golf Club. As is the case with many modern golf course developments, water plays a significant role throughout the round and this is evident on the 1st hole, which is a par-4. The tee shot must be played to a fairway which is protected by two bunkers to the left and water which runs up the full length of the fairway and behind the green.

A golfer's paradise awaits at Legend Valley Country Club, boasting two pristine 18-hole courses designed by the legendary Nicklaus Design. But let's focus on the South Course, a true standout poised to be a golfer's dream.

Soaring Beauty: Prepare to be awestruck. The South Course winds its way through a dramatic landscape, flanked by majestic limestone mountains on the east and south. These giants extend into the North Course, creating a truly unique golfing experience.

A truly spectacular setting for the Phoenix Golf Resort in Hanoi, a 54-hole complex with views of limestone hills and mountains all around but let down by inconsistent service and maintenance which tends to spoil the experience for most golfers.  The course is located about one hour outside Hanoi. The three courses are named Phoenix, Dragon, and Champion. The Champion is a more open links-style course whilst the other two have to cope with the hilly terrain.

Located some 100KM south of Hanoi, close to the town of Tam Diep, is The Royal Golf Club.

The Royal Club is at the heart of the project to increase the Ninh Binh provinces tourist industry, and is the first in a planned 54-hole complex.

Situated inland, some 20KM from the sea, and just a stone´s throw from the Yen Thang Lake, The Royal Club enjoys some much-needed cool breezes which not only keep golfers cool, but provide some interesting distractions and swirling winds.

Peter Rousseau, the architect commissioned to construct The Royal Golf Club´s layout has done a quite remarkable job of creating a special place, that blends beautifully into the surrounding natural landscape.

It is a tranquil course, that melds the golfer and the natural habitat into one harmonious bind.

The Lake Course, 7,557 yards long, was voted Vietnam's Most Challenging Golf Course by the Vietnam Golf Association in 2012/2013. The course has many different elevations and terrains, winding around Van Son Lake in the middle of the golf course.

The 18-hole Lake course to the West is a links-style course, providing challenge with grand lakes and beautiful mountains as backdrops. The 18-hole Sky golf course to the East is surrounded by natural Vietnamese jungle. In addition, the Sky Course is routed across rolling hills. Scenic views of the surrounding farmland can be seen from the clubhouse and from many points of the course itself.

The Lake Course is a member-only course that provides a championship test of golf and promises to become one of the region’s finest.

The Sky Lake Resort & Golf Club in Hanoi is located in Van Son Lake area and consists of two championship golf courses.  The location is spectacular with wonderful scenery all around. The courses can be reached in around one hour from downtown Hanoi and is set to become one of the leading golf resorts in Vietnam.  The Sky Course only opened recently but it is already receiving rave reviews from the local Hanoi Golfers. If you don’t like bunkers and our fearful of water hazards then this is not the courses for you as this layout has plenty of both so unless you are accurate pack plenty of balls.

Stone Valley Golf Resort is one of the latest editions to the golfing scene in Vietnam.  The Asian country is becoming one of the top destinations in the world for a golf holiday and the introduction of new courses such as Stone Valley only serves to enhance its reputation.

The closest Vietnamese city to Stone Valley is Hanoi and it will take between one and two hours to make the 65 kilometre trip from Hanoi to the golf course.  However, Hanoi makes a great base for playing golf in Vietnam and is easily reached thanks to the Noi Bai International Airport, which is to the north of the city.

Several major airlines serve Noi Bai International Airport including Aeroflot, China Airlines, Japan Airlines, Korean Air, Qatar Airways and Singapore Airlines.  So, you can travel comfortably and efficiently to play golf at Stone Valley Golf Resort.

Tam Dao Golf Resort in Hanoi is a top-class and challenging IMG-designed golf course which meanders through the beautiful countryside of the National Park about 90 minutes from Hanoi.  The use of modern grasses and design techniques ensure all-year-round playability. Due to its location you will find plenty of elevation changes as the course winds its way around the foothills and the large lake which dominates the landscape.  The generous fairways and large undulating greens make good scoring possible as long as you can avoid the many bunkers and water hazards.

Nestled within the tranquil embrace of nature, Thanh Lanh Valley Golf and Resort stands as a testament to the seamless fusion of golfing excellence and breathtaking landscapes. Located in [Location], this premier golf destination offers a remarkable escape for both seasoned players and enthusiastic newcomers.

Designed to captivate the senses, Thanh Lanh Valley Golf and Resort boasts an impeccably crafted 18-hole course that weaves through lush greenery, undulating terrains, and sparkling water features. Each hole presents a unique challenge, demanding strategic shots while providing a picturesque backdrop of rolling hills and serene lakes. Whether you're an avid golfer seeking an exhilarating game or a leisurely round in nature's embrace, this course caters to all preferences and skill levels.

Around 100km south of Hanoi, close to the Dong Chuong Lake and Trang An Scenic complex you will find the Trang An Golf and Country Club. Impressively, the country club boasts it own private air taxi to fly people in from Hanoi, avoiding the need for a long drive.

A private members club, the course is a retreat for the wealthy business men and their families.

Van Tri Golf Club in Hanoi is one of the closer golf courses to the city and was one of the first private golf clubs in Hanoi.  A top-class course designed by Peter Rousseau it’s a courses which is very playable for high handicappers and will also test and provide plenty of opportunity for the more able golfer to reap the rewards of any risk taking.  Never seen so much water on a golf course which is a factor on virtually every hole.

If you are looking for a beautiful golf course, in an equally stunning setting then you want to head to the Vu Yen Island, located just outside of Hai Phong.

Here you will discover the 36- hole golf complex set within an ecotourism area of some 872 hectares.

The island is home to a complete complex and is linked to the mainland by a km stretch of cable car.

For golfers wishing to warm up before their round, Vinpearl Hai Phong boasts a 300-yard driving range, two large putting greens and for those wishing to brush up on their bunker play, large practice bunkers.

Yen Dung Resort & Golf Club, situated in Tien Phong commune within the Yen Dung district of Bac Giang province, is a premier destination just a 50-kilometer drive from Hanoi. It boasts Vietnam's top-notch golf course and offers luxurious resort accommodations.

Spanning across an expansive 190 hectares, the golf course features 36 holes, developed in two phases. The first phase introduced the 18-hole Hillside course, which has been operational since August 2017, while the second phase will soon bring the 18-hole Rock Valley course to life.