Laem Chabang Int. C. C. (27 Holes)

RATING: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

PRICE: 💰💰💰💰💰

106 8, Si Racha District, Chon Buri 20230

Distance from The Classroom 35 km (35mins drive time)

Website: www.laemchabanggolf.com

Designed by: Jack Nicklaus (Opened in 1995)

Walking Permitted? No. Hilly terrain demands a cart

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Laem Chabang International Country Club is a picturesque championship course. It is considered one of the best layouts in Pattaya and is certainly one of Thailand’s most beautiful and well-maintained courses. Laem Chabang is made up of 27 holes on 700 acres and incorporates three types of features which uniquely characterize each of the nines. Critics widely hail this handiwork for the clever usage of the land's mixed terrain of mountains, lakes and river valleys which are lovely as well as functional. Each type of terrain corresponds to a 9-hole course uniquely, and as such, each one is named Mountain Course, Lake Course, and Valley Course. 

The rolling hills of the surrounding countryside have been used to significant effect, and hazards are in abundance. Not only does the course have a lot of bunkers, sand traps, and water hazards, but there are also a lot of natural hazards in the shape of exposed rock formations, lakes, ponds, and creeks. Cleverly shaped holes skirt water hazards and tall coconut trees. Every tee named for a distinctive tree or shrub planted nearby gives the course a unique floral emphasis. The large, undulating greens are mostly elevated and protected by deep bunkers. 

The Mountain Course is 3,360 yards in length and plays around many hills. The opening drive requires a  squeeze shot through a lush 'canyon' of vegetation. The second hole, a wonderfully water-fronted downhill par-3, is about as good as short holes get (it’s not that short - add a club). From there on, challenges of the course’s natural undulations, occasional water hazards, and excellent sprawling bunkers protect the front and sides of many nicely elevated greens. 

The Lake Course is 3,294 yards in length with a stream meandering through most all the holes. The Valley Course plays the longest at 3,445 yards in the foothills of the surrounding mountains and the presence of water on the opening four holes is definitely a bit intimidating making them the hardest holes of the nine.

These distinct playing conditions offer the golfer a challenging golf course in a variety of terrains. Beautifully maintained and presented, this is a golf course that effortlessly combines man-made features and rich planting of flowers and shrubs, with the natural splendour of the surrounding hills, rocky outcrops, and jungle vegetation. With many scenic views from the course, it all fuses harmoniously into a tremendous golfing experience and one that is uniquely Asian. Remember to take a camera to capture the special beauty of your round.

The excellent clubhouse facilities and restaurant superbly complement everything at Laem Chabang. The locker rooms are first-class with great air conditioning, spacious lockers and pleasurable rainfall showerheads. The caddies are knowledgeable and friendly and most speak English well enough to help guide you around this challenging course.