Vietnam is steadily establishing itself as one of the most attractive golf destinations in Asia. From the open, breezy hills of the North, the heritage-rich coastline of Central Vietnam, to the dynamic South — each region offers golfers a distinct character all its own. 🏌️‍♂️

Whether you’re planning a golf trip across Vietnam or simply looking for a suitable course close to home, let Govigo walk you through the most sought-after golf courses in each region — along with a few useful tips to make booking your tee time easier, faster, and more cost-effective than ever. 🌿

🌄 NORTHERN VIETNAM — Where Vietnamese Golf Began

The North is where Vietnamese golf took its first steps back in the 1990s. Its midland hills combined with natural lake systems have produced highly tactical course layouts, requiring golfers to carefully “read” the terrain before every shot.

1. BRG Kings Island Golf Resort (Dong Mo Golf Course – King’s Island)

📍 Dong Mo, Son Tay, Hanoi — about 35km from the city center

This is the oldest golf course in the North, operating since 1993, and also Vietnam’s largest golf complex, comprising three courses (Lakeside, Mountainview, and King’s Course) with 55 holes in total. The Lakeside course — the first to open — was designed by American architect Robert McFarland, who skillfully used the peninsula terrain in the middle of Dong Mo Lake to create challenging waterside holes. Golfers here also enjoy a unique experience: crossing the lake by boat to reach the course on the island — a rare feature among Vietnamese golf courses. 🚤

2. BRG Legend Hill Golf Resort (Soc Son Golf Course

📍 Phu Linh Commune, Soc Son, Hanoi — about 30km from the city center, near Noi Bai Airport

What has made this course a “hot trend” among Northern golfers is its exclusive Twin Green design by Nicklaus Design — each hole features two separate green areas, allowing flag placements to be varied and creating a fresh experience every time the same hole is played. Thanks to this unique feature, Legend Hill is frequently chosen to host large-scale professional tournaments.

3. Tuan Chau Golf Resort

📍 Tuan Chau Island, Ha Long City, Quang Ninh

Located right on Tuan Chau Island in the middle of Ha Long Bay — a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site — this is currently the largest 18-hole golf course in Quang Ninh province, covering over 140 hectares. Designed by Pacific Coast Design to a par-72 standard with a length of over 7,300 yards, the course boasts a rare advantage: nearly every hole offers a direct view out over the waters of Ha Long Bay. It’s an ideal choice for golfers who want to play a world-class round while also exploring one of the North’s most famous natural wonders.

🌊 CENTRAL VIETNAM — Vietnam’s Golf Resort Capital

If only one region could represent Vietnamese golf, Central Vietnam would undoubtedly be the first name mentioned. Stretching from Hue and Lang Co through Da Nang to Hoi An, this stretch of land holds a rare combination: sea, mountains, cultural heritage, and a system of 5-star resorts — all within a short travel radius. It’s also the region with the highest concentration of golf courses designed by world-renowned legends.

1. Hoiana Shores Golf Club

📍 Duy Xuyen, Quang Nam — about 8km from Hoi An Ancient Town

This is legendary golf course architect Robert Trent Jones II’s first “work” in Vietnam, featuring a distinctive tropical links style: fairways winding naturally over the coastal dunes of Cua Dai, interspersed with native grasses. The 18-hole, par-71 course stretches roughly 7,000 yards, with the three closing holes (15, 16, 17) sitting right at the water’s edge, where onshore winds create authentic links-style challenges. An interesting detail: the greens’ flags are replaced with lanterns — a signature touch evoking the “Lantern Town” of Hoi An right on the course. Hoiana Shores has been named the best golf course in Vietnam by Golf Digest.

2. Ba Na Hills Golf Club

📍 At the foot of Ba Na Mountain, Da Nang

Unlike the coastal courses, Ba Na Hills is set amid a valley and primeval forest, offering a completely different feel — cool, secluded, and majestic. A major highlight of this course is its lighting system covering all 18 holes, letting golfers experience night golf in the crisp highland air — a fairly unique experience compared to the rest of Central Vietnam.

3. Montgomerie Links Vietnam

📍 Between Da Nang and Hoi An

True to its name, this golf course was designed by Colin Montgomerie — an 8-time European Order of Merit champion and former captain of Team Europe at the 2010 Ryder Cup. Thanks to its location right between the two major tourist hubs of Da Nang and Hoi An, Montgomerie Links is always a “must-play” stop on Central Vietnam golf tours, especially suited to golfers who want to combine a round of golf with exploring the ancient town in the same trip.

🏙️ SOUTHERN VIETNAM — Vibrant Golf Close to the Economic Hub

The South, particularly the area around Ho Chi Minh City and Dong Nai, attracts a large number of business golfers thanks to its proximity to the economic center. Golf courses here tend to be large-scale, invested in early, and have maintained consistent quality over many years.

1. West Lakes Golf & Villas

📍 Tan My Commune, Duc Hoa District, Long An Province — about 60 minutes from central Ho Chi Minh City

Opened in late 2018, this is the first 18-hole golf course at the western gateway to Ho Chi Minh City, built by Thomson Perrett — the renowned golf design firm of Peter Thomson, a five-time British Open champion. The course stretches over 7,100 yards, standing out for its extensive network of lakes interwoven with wave-like fairways and finely placed bunkers. West Lakes is also one of the first courses in Vietnam to use Zeon Zoysia grass on its fairways, providing an even, stable playing surface year-round — ideal for Ho Chi Minh City golfers looking for a nearby, quality course without having to travel far.

2. Long Thanh Golf Resort

📍 Phuoc Tan, Long Thanh, Dong Nai — about 30–40km from Ho Chi Minh City

Operating since 2001, Long Thanh Golf Resort was designed by Ron Fream, founder of the golf architecture firm Golfplan with over 35 years of global experience. Covering more than 350 hectares, roughly two-thirds of the course’s perimeter is bordered by branches of the Dong Nai River, giving it a coolness rarely found in other golf courses in the region. Long Thanh has previously been voted the best golf course in the country by the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism in coordination with the Vietnam Golf Association.

3. Sea Links Golf & Country Club

📍 Phan Thiet, Binh Thuan

Located right along the coast of Phan Thiet, Sea Links is a familiar choice for golfers who want to combine a round of golf with a beach getaway. The coastal sand-dune terrain characteristic of Binh Thuan creates holes with open, sweeping views, and the constant sea breeze is a factor golfers must account for on every shot — an engaging challenge for both beginners and seasoned players.

⛳ Every Course Has Its Own Character — Which One Is Right for You?

From the Ha Long Bay views at Tuan Chau, to the sun-and-wind-swept tropical links character of Hoiana Shores, or the peaceful lakeside setting at the gateway of Ho Chi Minh City at West Lakes — every golf course along this three-region journey carries its own distinct mark; no two are alike. What matters isn’t which course is “the best,” but which one truly suits your playing style, landscape preferences, and schedule.

If you’ve already found the name that makes you want to grab your golf bag and head out right away, don’t hesitate — contact Govigo for quick tee-time booking support, up-to-date availability for the best slots, and advice on the right combo package for your trip. 🏌️‍♂️

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