Ba Na Hills Golf Club - Central Vietnam

Course Overview

Set against the dramatic backdrop of the Annamite mountain range, Ba Na Hills Golf Club offers a golfing experience that stands apart from Vietnam’s coastal golf courses. Located just outside Da Nang and designed by former World Number One Luke Donald, this award-winning championship course combines spectacular mountain scenery, pristine conditioning and strategic shot-making to create one of the most memorable rounds in Southeast Asia.

Unlike many of Central Vietnam’s links-inspired layouts, Ba Na Hills takes golfers inland, where rolling valleys, dense forests and natural elevation changes shape the character of the course. The result is a layout that feels both secluded and immersive, with each hole framed by lush jungle-covered hills and dramatic mountain vistas.

The course stretches through a series of broad valleys, making full use of the site's natural topography. Fairways flow naturally through the landscape, while carefully positioned bunkers, water features and undulating greens demand thoughtful course management. Luke Donald’s design philosophy is evident throughout, rewarding accuracy and strategy rather than simply favouring power off the tee. One of Ba Na Hills' defining characteristics is its playability. Multiple tee options allow golfers of all abilities to enjoy the course, while the generous fairways provide confidence from the tee box. However, those seeking lower scores will quickly discover that approach shots and green-reading skills are crucial to navigating the course successfully.

The mountain setting also contributes to year-round playing comfort. Temperatures are often slightly cooler than those found along the coast, providing a refreshing alternative for golfers visiting Central Vietnam. Combined with exceptional maintenance standards and some of the finest playing surfaces in the country, it is easy to understand why Ba Na Hills consistently features among Vietnam’s highest-ranked golf courses. A particularly unique feature is the club’s state-of-the-art floodlighting system, which allows golfers to experience championship golf after sunset. Night golf has become one of the course’s most popular attractions, offering a completely different perspective and greater flexibility for travellers looking to maximise their time in Vietnam.

Away from the course, golfers are welcomed by a contemporary clubhouse offering excellent dining, practice facilities and panoramic views across the surrounding mountains. Its convenient location, approximately 30 minutes from Da Nang International Airport, makes it an easy addition to any Central Vietnam golf itinerary.

For golfers travelling from the UK, Ba Na Hills Golf Club delivers something refreshingly different. While Vietnam is increasingly renowned for its coastal golf destinations, Ba Na Hills showcases another side of the country—one defined by towering mountains, tranquil valleys and championship golf in a truly spectacular natural setting. A superb and unique inclusion on any Central Vietnam golf break