Pondok Indah
Robert Trent Jones Jr. laid out Pondok Indah in 1976 in the heart of South Jakarta, a mature parkland par 72 of 7,243 yards that hosted the 1983 World Cup of Golf and remains the most established championship test in the Indonesian capital.
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The verdict
Pondok Indah Golf Course was established in 1976 to a Robert Trent Jones Jr. design, set within an upmarket residential district of South Jakarta. A par 72 stretching to 7,243 yards, it matured into one of the city's premier clubs and earned its place in history by hosting the 1983 World Cup of Golf, won there by the American pairing of Rex Caldwell and John Cook.
Our verdict: this is classic, tree lined city golf, a calm green refuge inside one of Asia's busiest capitals. The TifEagle greens and paspalum fairways condition well, the routing through mature timber gives the round shade and definition, and a floodlit driving range makes it easy to fit in practice around a Jakarta schedule. For golfers in the capital it is the natural choice, and a fine warm up to the resort courses of Bali and beyond.
Pondok Indah Golf Course at a glance
- Opened
- 1976
- Designer
- Robert Trent Jones Jr.
- Type
- Parkland
- Par
- 72
- Yardage
- 7,243 yds
- Green fee
- Daily fee, varies
Designer, opening year, par and yardage verified June 2026 against the club, GolfPass and leading course databases. Pondok Indah was designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr. and established in 1976, a par 72 of 7,243 yards, and hosted the 1983 World Cup of Golf. Green fees are seasonal and typically bundle cart, caddie and tax; rates change by day and package, so always confirm the current fee directly before booking.
The holes worth the trip
Robert Trent Jones Jr. routed Pondok Indah through mature parkland, the broad, tree lined fairways and large, contoured greens giving the course a classic championship feel that has held up across nearly fifty years. The timber provides shade and frames the targets, while water comes into play on a number of holes to keep the longer hitter honest.
From the back tees the course is a genuine 7,243 yard test, long enough to have staged the 1983 World Cup of Golf, and the green complexes ask for a precise approach and a sure touch on the TifEagle surfaces. The fairways are seeded with supreme paspalum, which holds up well in the Jakarta heat and humidity.
The round rewards steady, positional golf rather than all out power, the trees punishing the wayward drive and the greens demanding respect for pace. Pondok Indah gives back a polished, traditional parkland experience in the middle of the city, with a floodlit range for those who want to keep sharp after the round.
How to get on
| What to know | Detail |
|---|---|
| Access | Members club with daily fee visitor play; visitors and trip groups are welcome with advance booking |
| Green fee | Seasonal daily fee, typically including cart, caddie and tax (indicative, 2026); weekday rates lower than weekends |
| Booking | Reserve ahead through the club or a Jakarta golf specialist; weekends are busy |
| On the day | Caddies are standard; smart golf attire and soft spikes; a floodlit driving range is available |
| Getting there | South Jakarta, about 30 minutes from the city centre and around 45 minutes from the international airport |
| Best months | May to September for the drier season, though golf is played year round |
Access and indicative fees verified June 2026 from the club and Jakarta golf operators; rates change by day and package, so always confirm directly before booking.
Where to stay nearby
Most visiting golfers stay in central or South Jakarta, where international hotels, dining and business districts are all within easy reach of the course. The South Jakarta location keeps Pondok Indah close to the upmarket hotels around the Senayan and Sudirman districts.
For a wider Indonesian golf trip, Jakarta works as the gateway: play Pondok Indah on arrival, then connect on to the resort courses of Bali for the beach and golf leg. A capital base pairs the course with the city's shopping, dining and culture between rounds.
Looking for a base? See our recommended hotels and resorts near Pondok Indah Golf Course.
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Pondok Indah Golf Course questions
Who designed Pondok Indah and when did it open?
Pondok Indah Golf Course was designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr. and established in 1976 in South Jakarta, and it hosted the 1983 World Cup of Golf.
What is the par and length of Pondok Indah?
Pondok Indah is a par 72 of 7,243 yards from the back tees, a mature parkland layout with TifEagle greens and supreme paspalum fairways.
How much does it cost to play Pondok Indah?
Pondok Indah charges a seasonal daily fee that typically includes cart, caddie and tax, with weekday rates lower than weekends. Always confirm the current rate directly before booking.
Can visitors play Pondok Indah Golf Course?
Yes. Pondok Indah is a members club that offers daily fee visitor play, and visitors and trip groups are welcome with advance booking, especially on weekdays.
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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.