Laguna Golf Phuket

The course has a more landscaped, resort-style character than Phuket’s dramatic former-mining layouts, but it still demands careful play. Fairways roll across gently varied terrain, with bunkers, water hazards and mature trees influencing the best line from the tee. The greens are notably contoured, placing importance on approach-shot placement and distance control on the putting surface. Although there are opportunities to score, playing aggressively without considering the hazards can quickly prove costly.

Water is a recurring feature throughout the round, with lakes and lagoons affecting a number of tee shots and approaches. The opening holes introduce this challenge early, while the par-5 7th offers a scoring opportunity for players who can keep their ball in play. The closing stretch requires continued concentration, particularly at the par-5 17th, which measures more than 600 yards from the back tees and demands two well-judged carries over water before reaching the green. The final hole then provides a different test, requiring a well-positioned drive and an accurate approach to complete the round.

Laguna Golf Phuket also offers a driving range, putting greens, chipping areas and practice bunkers, supported by a golf academy with professional instruction. The clubhouse includes a pro shop, locker facilities and the Banyan Café, providing convenient options before or after play. Complimentary shuttle services connect the course with hotels within the wider Laguna Phuket resort, making it particularly practical for a golf holiday based in this part of the island.

For golfers visiting Phuket, Laguna Golf offers a different experience from the more rugged Red Mountain and the championship Canyon Course at Blue Canyon. Its appeal lies in the combination of a thoughtfully redesigned layout, water-influenced holes and convenient resort access. It is a course where controlled driving, careful club selection and accurate approach play are more useful than relying on power alone.