Vattanac Golf Resort
Two Nick Faldo courses on a vast estate outside Phnom Penh, Vattanac is Cambodia's most ambitious golf address, named the country's best at the 2024 World Golf Awards. The par 72 East Course, over 7,400 yards and open to visitors, is the headline round; the West is a private members layout. This is championship golf on a grand scale.
Photo: Vattanac Golf Resort via Google.
The verdict
Vattanac is the most serious statement of intent in Cambodian golf. Built about 15 kilometers from central Phnom Penh, the resort runs two full Nick Faldo designs: the East Course, which opened in 2019, and the West, which followed in 2020. The investment shows in every dimension, from the scale of the land to the conditioning of the paspalum, and in 2024 Vattanac was named Cambodia's Best Golf Course at the World Golf Awards.
For the visiting golfer, the East Course is the draw. A par 72 stretching beyond 7,400 yards from the tips, it is publicly accessible and built to championship standard, with Faldo's trademark blend of width off the tee and demand around the greens. The West Course, a par 72 of about 7,249 yards, is reserved for members. Pair the East with the Jack Nicklaus layout at Grand Phnom Penh and you have two of the best rounds in the country within easy reach of the capital, the natural southern half of a Cambodian golf tour that begins among the temples of Siem Reap.
Vattanac at a glance
- Designer
- Nick Faldo
- East opened
- 2019
- Par
- 72
- Yardage
- Over 7,400 yds (East)
- Access
- East public, West private
- Green fee
- Visitors, indicative
Designer, years, par and yardage verified June 2026 from Vattanac Golf Resort and leading references. Both courses are Nick Faldo designs; the East Course opened in 2019 as a par 72 of over 7,400 yards and is publicly accessible, while the par 72 West Course opened in 2020 and is private. Vattanac was named Cambodia's Best Golf Course at the 2024 World Golf Awards. Visitor green fees and buggy or caddie charges change by season, so always confirm current rates directly before booking.
The holes worth the trip
The East Course is a big, modern Faldo layout that grows on you the further you go. From the back tees it is a genuine examination, well over 7,400 yards, but the fairways are broad and the trouble is mostly visible, so the better player can attack while the holiday golfer plays a club more and still enjoys the day. The routing uses water and bold bunkering rather than elevation to create the strategy, and there is a cultural flourish too, with scale models of pre Angkorean monuments set within the grounds.
The greens carry the test. Large, quick and full of the subtle internal movement Faldo favors, they put a premium on the approach struck to the correct quadrant and on a confident putting stroke. Miss in the wrong place and par becomes hard work; find the right tier and birdie chances open up. As ever with this designer, thinking your way around pays better than swinging hard.
What elevates Vattanac above its peers is the all round quality: the paspalum turf is immaculate, the practice facilities are extensive, and the scale of the operation gives the round a true resort feel. It plays like the flagship it was built to be, and it is the clear reason to bring golf clubs to Phnom Penh.
How to get on
| What to know | Detail |
|---|---|
| Access | The East Course is open to visiting golfers; the West Course is a private members layout. Book the East directly or through a golf travel planner |
| Green fee | Indicative visitor green fee on the East Course, with buggy and caddie hire available (indicative, 2026). Confirm directly before booking |
| Booking | Reserve ahead, especially at weekends; the resort is a popular fixture on Cambodia golf tours, so morning tee times go quickly in high season |
| On the day | Buggies and caddies are standard on the long championship layout; bring sun protection and plenty of fluids for the tropical heat |
| Getting there | About 15 kilometers from central Phnom Penh, on the way toward the airport, roughly a thirty minute drive from the city center |
| Best months | The cooler, drier November to February window is the most comfortable for golf around Phnom Penh |
Access and fee context verified June 2026; tropical weather and seasonal demand change rates and availability, so always confirm directly before planning a visit with the resort or your trip planner.
Where to stay nearby
Most golfers base themselves in central Phnom Penh, where the riverside district and the city center offer a wide range of international hotels within an easy drive of the resort. Staying in the city keeps the restaurants, the markets and the cultural sights close, with the course a short morning transfer away.
For the full Cambodian golf trip, combine Vattanac with the Jack Nicklaus layout at Grand Phnom Penh near the capital, then head north to Siem Reap for the Faldo design at Angkor Golf Resort and the tournament test at Phokeethra Country Club. Two cities, four championship rounds and the temples of Angkor along the way.
Looking for a base? See our recommended hotels and resorts in Phnom Penh.
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Vattanac questions
Who designed Vattanac Golf Resort?
Both courses at Vattanac Golf Resort were designed by six time major champion Sir Nick Faldo. The East Course opened in 2019 and the West Course in 2020, on a large estate about 15 kilometers from central Phnom Penh.
What is the par and length of Vattanac Golf Resort?
The East Course is a par 72 of over 7,400 yards and is publicly accessible, while the West Course is a par 72 of about 7,249 yards reserved for members. Both are Nick Faldo designs on paspalum turf.
Can visitors play Vattanac Golf Resort?
Visitors can play the East Course, which is open to the public, with tee times arranged through the resort or a golf travel planner. The West Course is a private members layout.
Has Vattanac Golf Resort won any awards?
Yes. Vattanac was named Cambodia's Best Golf Course at the 2024 World Golf Awards, reflecting its standing as one of the country's premier golf destinations.
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Researched and written by the GolfForKings editorial desk. Designer, years, par and yardage verified June 2026; indicative green fees verified June 2026. Last reviewed June 2026.