The Course

A generous opening par 5 that eases you into the round. The wide fairway doglegs gently through a corridor of towering rain trees, offering long hitters a chance at eagle with two solid blows. The green is large and receptive, rewarding an aggressive approach.

One of the toughest par 4s on the front nine. A narrow, tree-lined fairway demands accuracy from the tee, with the ideal landing area favoring the right side. The approach plays slightly uphill to an elevated green with subtle undulations.

The second-hardest hole on the course. This demanding par 5 features temple views on the tree-clad hills to the right and winds through dense old-growth forest. Strategic bunkering guards the approach to a well-contoured green.

A picturesque short hole framed by mountains and dense forest. The elevated green sits above the tee, making club selection critical. The backdrop of jungle-clad limestone hills adds to the character of this hole.

The shortest hole on the course, but one of the most charming. The small, elevated green is surrounded by ancient trees and demands a precise tee shot. The easiest hole by handicap, but don't be fooled, any missed green presents a tricky recovery.

A long par 4 that tests every aspect of your game. The fairway is generous off the tee but narrows as you approach the green. The putting surface is subtly contoured with sand guarding the front and sides.

A classic dogleg through mature trees, requiring accuracy off the tee and a precise mid-iron approach. The fairway narrows as it bends, rewarding players who find the ideal landing area on the left-center.

A shorter par 4 that invites aggressive play. Bold hitters can attempt to drive the green, but a cluster of trees and greenside bunkers punish wayward shots. Position is more important than power here.

A strong finishing hole for the front nine. The fairway doglegs slightly left with a subtle uphill approach to a green that offers beautiful views of the surrounding Hua Hin hills. A solid par here caps a good outward nine.

The back nine opens with a manageable par 4 through a beautiful tree-lined corridor. The green is slightly elevated and protected by modest bunkering, setting the tone for the more dramatic inward half.

The longest par 5 on the back nine. The ancient rain trees along the fairway create a cathedral-like atmosphere as you navigate this sweeping hole. A true three-shot par 5 for most players, with an elevated green that rewards a precise third shot.

A delightful short par 4 that doglegs left, inviting players to flirt with the direct line or take the safer route right. The smallest green on the course demands pinpoint accuracy on approach.

An uphill par 4 where macaque monkeys frequently appear in the bordering vegetation. They are known to steal golf balls, adding an element of unpredictable adventure. The elevated green rewards a strong approach.

The signature hole of Royal Hua Hin. From the elevated tee, players can see temples clinging to the sides of tree-clad hills. A short iron to a well-guarded green on this Par 3.

A long par 5 that stretches through the most scenic part of the course. The fairway sweeps around a natural ridge, with the limestone cliffs providing a dramatic backdrop. A genuine birdie opportunity for those who can find the fairway.

The longest par 3 on the course, playing across a gentle valley to an elevated green. The limestone cliffs frame the background as you face a demanding long-iron or hybrid tee shot to a well-bunkered putting surface.

The number one handicap hole on the course. A demanding par 4 that requires a long, accurate drive followed by a precise mid-to-long iron approach to a challenging green. This hole separates the good from the great.

A fitting finale to a round at Thailand's most historic course. This long par 4 doglegs left toward the colonial clubhouse, with the Hua Hin hills forming a spectacular backdrop. Walking up the 18th fairway toward the clubhouse is one of golf's great finishing experiences.