Palm Hills Golf Club & Residence
Weekday green fee
2,500THB
Weekend: 2,500 THB
Palm Hills Golf Club & Residence holds the distinction of being the first international-standard golf course in Hua Hin, opening in 1992 under a design by Max Wexler. Located in Cha-am, Phetchaburi — approximately 2 kilometres from Hua Hin Airport — the 18-hole, par-72 layout stretches to 6,892 yards from the championship tees and is integrated into a residential resort development. The course occupies elevated terrain between the highway and the hills, which Wexler used to create a layout with genuine changes in elevation and distant sea views from the back nine. At a green fee of 2,500 THB (caddie compulsory at 350 THB), Palm Hills is competitively priced among the Hua Hin area's established courses. Facilities include a fitness centre, restaurants, sauna, squash courts, snooker, swimming pool, and tennis courts.
18
Holes
72
Par
210 km
From Bangkok
~3h
Drive time
Layout & playing experience
Max Wexler's design at Palm Hills exploits the undulating terrain between Cha-am and the coastal plain to produce a layout that feels more topographically varied than many Thai courses of its era. The front nine navigates through the lower sections of the property, with wide fairways, reasonable water hazards, and strategically placed bunkering that rewards accuracy without penalising mid-handicap golfers excessively. The back nine climbs into the hillside and delivers the course's signature feature: panoramic views of the Gulf of Thailand from several elevated tee boxes and approach areas. The greens are planted with Tiff Eagle bermudagrass and run fast, with slopes that demand careful reading. Club sources describe the course as having a 'Scottish links feel' in the way the undulating terrain influences ball flight and approach strategy. The driving range and putting green allow a proper warm-up, and the practice facilities are a genuine asset for golfers who want to adjust their game to the firm, fast surface conditions before heading out.
Tips & what to know before you go
Palm Hills is a popular early-morning destination for visiting golfers staying in Cha-am or northern Hua Hin, as its location near the airport makes transfers efficient. Aim for tee times before 8:00 during high season to avoid afternoon heat and the slower play that can develop when larger tour groups arrive later. The back nine climbs in elevation, so wearing comfortable footwear and pacing yourself between shots matters more here than on flatter courses. The greens at Palm Hills are known for being quick and true — spending five to ten minutes on the practice putting green before your round is time well invested. Because the course has sea views on the back nine, afternoon rounds can offer beautiful light for photography, though they come with the trade-off of higher temperatures.
Location & getting there
Palm Hills Golf Club & Residence is located at 1444 Petchkasem Road, Cha-am, Phetchaburi, approximately 210 kilometres south of Bangkok. The drive from central Bangkok via Highway 4 takes approximately 2.5 hours. The course sits 2 kilometres from Hua Hin Airport, making it accessible for golfers who fly. From Hua Hin town centre, a Grab or taxi takes approximately 20–25 minutes. The course is well-placed for golfers combining a round here with Springfield Royal Country Club, which is also in the Cha-am area.
No clubs? No problem.
Visiting Palm Hills Golf Club without clubs? LENGOLF rental sets are available to collect in Bangkok before you head south — no excess baggage, no hassle at the airport just 2 kilometres away.