Chee Chan Golf Resort - Pattaya

The course is as much about positioning as power. Gently rolling fairways, carefully shaped bunkers and contoured greens create a modern championship layout, with changes in elevation influencing club selection throughout the round. The fairways can offer useful run, but the approaches demand greater precision, particularly where water, bunkering and sloping ground restrict the available landing areas. From the championship tees, the course measures approximately 7,345 yards, although several tee options make it accessible to golfers who don’t drive it 300+yards!

Water is an important part of the course's strategy, featuring on several holes and becoming particularly prominent in the closing stages. The par-4 4th is a good example, with a dogleg around a lake and a stream crossing the fairway that influences how players position their tee shots. The par-5 9th offers a more aggressive option for longer hitters, with water affecting the approach for those looking to reach the green in two. These holes reward golfers who weigh up risk against the advantages of a favourable position for their next shot.

One of the most memorable holes is the par-3 17th, where the green is framed by water, bunkers and the dramatic backdrop of Buddha Mountain. Club selection is important, as the distance and exposed setting can make the tee shot deceptive. The surrounding landscape gives the hole much of its appeal, while the hazards provide a clear test of accuracy late in the round. The final hole then brings golfers back towards the clubhouse, completing a layout that combines visual interest with a consistent emphasis on strategic play.

Chee Chan Golf Resort is supported by a modern clubhouse, changing facilities, a pro shop, a restaurant and extensive practice facilities, including a driving range.. It has also received international recognition, including being named Best New Course in Asia Pacific at the 2019 Asian Golf Awards.

For golfers staying in Pattaya, Chee Chan offers a contemporary championship experience in a setting that feels distinctly Thai. Its combination of rolling terrain, strategic water hazards and the ever-present view of Buddha Mountain makes it a natural complement to established venues such as Siam Country Club and Laem Chabang International Country Club. The course rewards thoughtful play while providing a memorable visual backdrop throughout the round.