New Kuta
New Kuta Golf opened in 2007 on the limestone clifftops of the Bukit Peninsula in southern Bali, Indonesia's first links style course. Designed by the Golfplan team of Ronald Fream, David Dale and Kevin Ramsey, it is a par 72 of about 6,713 yards perched above Dreamland and Balangan beaches with the Indian Ocean as a backdrop.
Photo: New Kuta Golf via Google.
The verdict
New Kuta Golf gave Bali something the island had never had, a links style course on dramatic clifftop ground. The Golfplan firm, led by Ronald Fream with David Dale and Kevin Ramsey, carved it from the limestone of the Bukit Peninsula at Pecatu, on the southwestern tip of the island, opening it in 2007. Billed as Indonesia's first links format course, it runs along and above the cliffs over Dreamland and Balangan beaches, with the Indian Ocean filling the horizon.
It is not long at a par 72 of about 6,713 yards, but the wind off the ocean, the firm contoured ground and the cliffside exposure give it plenty of bite. Two years after opening it hosted the Indonesian Open, and it remains the most spectacular round on the island. Pair it with Bali's beaches, surf and resort culture, all minutes from the airport, and it makes a memorable centrepiece for an Indonesian golf trip.
New Kuta at a glance
- Opened
- 2007
- Designer
- Golfplan, Fream and Dale
- Type
- Clifftop links style
- Par
- 72
- Yardage
- About 6,713 yds
- Green fee
- From about 130 US dollars
Designer, opening year, par and yardage verified June 2026 from New Kuta Golf and leading course databases. The Golfplan team of Ronald Fream, David Dale and Kevin Ramsey designed the course, which opened in 2007 as Indonesia's first links format layout, a par 72 of about 6,713 yards. It hosted the Indonesian Open in 2009. The indicative 2026 green fee is about 130 to 140 US dollars for eighteen holes, typically including a shared cart, caddie and insurance. Figures change by season and year, so always confirm current rates and availability directly before booking.
The holes worth the trip
New Kuta plays like nowhere else in Indonesia. The Golfplan team used the limestone plateau and the cliff edges to create a links style test, with firm, contoured fairways, sandy waste areas and greens exposed to the ocean wind. There is no water hazard in the traditional sense, but the cliffs, the breeze and the run of the ball provide all the challenge a player could want.
The clifftop holes are the reason to come, several of them played along the very edge of the plateau with the Indian Ocean crashing onto the beaches below. The wind dictates club selection on almost every shot, and the firm ground rewards the player who can flight the ball low and use the contours rather than fly everything to the flag.
The round builds to a finish that makes the most of the ocean setting, the kind of golf that lingers in the memory long after the score is forgotten. For the travelling golfer it is the standout course on Bali and a genuine reason to pack the clubs for an island better known for its beaches.
How to get on
| What to know | Detail |
|---|---|
| Access | Open to visitors and resort guests; book a tee time in advance, especially in the dry season and at sunset |
| Green fee | Indicative 2026 fee about 130 to 140 US dollars for eighteen holes, typically including cart, caddie and insurance; confirm directly before booking |
| Booking | Reserve ahead through the golf shop, a hotel or a golf travel specialist; the late afternoon sunset rounds are popular |
| On the day | A shared cart and caddie are usually included; a caddie tip is customary; light, breathable clothing suits the climate |
| Getting there | Pecatu on the Bukit Peninsula, about 20 to 30 minutes from Ngurah Rai International Airport and the southern resort areas |
| Best months | April to October for the dry season and the firmest conditions; the wet season from November to March brings afternoon rain |
Access and the indicative green fee verified June 2026; rates change by season and year and packages vary, so always confirm current pricing, what is included and availability directly with the club or your trip planner before booking.
Where to stay nearby
The Bukit Peninsula around New Kuta is full of luxury clifftop resorts and villas, particularly toward Uluwatu, and the wider southern Bali resort strip of Jimbaran, Nusa Dua and Seminyak is a short drive away. Many travelling golfers base themselves on the Bukit for the beaches, surf and sunsets, with the course close at hand.
For a golf focused stay, a base on the Bukit Peninsula or in nearby Jimbaran keeps New Kuta within easy reach and puts Bali's best beaches, dining and spas on the doorstep. It is an ideal island to build a relaxed golf and beach trip around, especially for couples and groups mixing golf with downtime.
Looking for a base? See our recommended hotels and resorts near New Kuta.
Build a Bali golf trip
We book the New Kuta tee times, including the sunset rounds, pair them with the best of southern Bali and arrange the clifftop villa or resort, transfers and beach time around them. Tell us roughly when and who is travelling and one concierge costs it to the head, with no obligation.
New Kuta questions
Who designed New Kuta Golf and when did it open?
New Kuta Golf was designed by the Golfplan firm, led by Ronald Fream with David Dale and Kevin Ramsey, and opened in 2007 on the Bukit Peninsula in southern Bali. It is billed as Indonesia's first links format course.
What is the par and length of New Kuta Golf?
New Kuta is a par 72 of about 6,713 yards, a links style layout on limestone clifftops above Dreamland and Balangan beaches, with the ocean wind and firm contoured ground providing much of the challenge.
How much does it cost to play New Kuta Golf?
The indicative 2026 green fee is about 130 to 140 US dollars for eighteen holes, typically including a shared cart, caddie and insurance. A caddie tip is customary and rates change by season, so always confirm current pricing directly before booking.
When is the best time to play New Kuta Golf?
April to October is the dry season and the best time to play, with firmer conditions and reliable weather. The wet season from November to March brings lush conditions and afternoon rain. Sunset rounds are especially popular year round.
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Researched and written by the GolfForKings editorial desk. Designer, opening year, par and yardage verified June 2026; indicative green fees verified June 2026. Last reviewed June 2026.