Pineapple Valley
Opened as Banyan Golf Club in 2008 and renamed Pineapple Valley Golf Club in 2024, this Pirapon Namatra design winds through a former pineapple plantation in the hills behind Hua Hin. A par 72 of about 7,361 yards, it was named Asia Pacific's best new course of 2009 and remains one of the finest rounds in Thailand.
Photo: Pineapple Valley Golf Club Hua Hin via Google.
The verdict
This is one of the best courses in Thailand, and one of the best for views. It opened in 2008 as Banyan Golf Club, won Asia Pacific's best new course award the following year, and was renamed Pineapple Valley Golf Club in 2024 in tribute to the land it occupies, a former pineapple plantation in the hills a short way inland from the beach resort of Hua Hin. The Thai architect Pirapon Namatra used the rolling terrain to dramatic effect, with elevated tees, plunging valleys and the mountains as a backdrop.
It is a genuine championship test, a par 72 stretching to about 7,361 yards, but the abiding memory is the scenery and the sense of space. The conditioning is excellent, the elevation changes give the round its drama, and a Thai style clubhouse rounds out an experience that has collected awards for both the course and the building. Paired with Hua Hin's easy beach resort atmosphere, it makes an ideal centrepiece for a Thailand golf trip.
Pineapple Valley at a glance
- Opened
- 2008 as Banyan
- Designer
- Pirapon Namatra
- Type
- Hillside plantation
- Par
- 72
- Yardage
- About 7,361 yds
- Green fee
- About 3,000 to 3,900 baht
Designer, opening year, par and yardage verified June 2026 from the club and leading course databases. Pirapon Namatra laid out the course, which opened as Banyan Golf Club in 2008 and was renamed Pineapple Valley Golf Club in 2024, a par 72 of about 7,361 yards. The indicative 2026 green fee is about 3,000 to 3,900 baht for eighteen holes, with a cart around 750 baht and a mandatory caddie around 350 baht. Figures change by season and year, so always confirm current rates and availability directly before booking.
The holes worth the trip
Pineapple Valley is all about elevation and outlook. Pirapon Namatra routed the holes up and down the plantation hills, so many tee shots play from high ground to fairways below, and the views over the valleys and out to the mountains are a constant reward. The conditioning is among the best in the Hua Hin area, the fairways generous but the green complexes demanding.
The front nine eases through the lower ground before the course climbs into its most dramatic stretch, with downhill par 4s and short holes played across the folds of the old plantation. Position off the tee matters more than raw length here, because the angles into the greens and the run of the ball on the slopes decide the score.
The closing holes return through the valleys toward the clubhouse, building to a finish that has helped the course collect a shelf of awards since it opened. It is a complete resort championship experience, and a round here is reason enough to base a Thailand golf trip in Hua Hin.
How to get on
| What to know | Detail |
|---|---|
| Access | Open to visitors and resort guests; book a tee time in advance, particularly in the cool season |
| Green fee | Indicative 2026 fee about 3,000 to 3,900 baht for eighteen holes; cart about 750 baht, caddie about 350 baht; confirm directly before booking |
| Booking | Reserve ahead through the golf shop, a hotel or a golf travel specialist, especially from November to February |
| On the day | A caddie is mandatory in the Thai style; carts with GPS are available; light, breathable clothing suits the climate |
| Getting there | In the hills behind Hua Hin, about 20 to 30 minutes from the town center and roughly two and a half to three hours from Bangkok |
| Best months | November to February for the cool, dry season; March to May is hot and the green season brings afternoon rain |
Access and the indicative green fee verified June 2026; the course was renamed from Banyan to Pineapple Valley in 2024 and rates change by season and year, so always confirm current pricing and availability directly with the club or your trip planner before booking.
Where to stay nearby
Hua Hin is the base, a relaxed royal beach resort a few hours south of Bangkok with a deep range of hotels, from grand seaside properties to boutique stays in town. Most are within easy reach of Pineapple Valley and the cluster of excellent courses around Hua Hin, and the beach, markets and dining make for easy downtime between rounds.
For a golf focused trip, a base in or near Hua Hin puts several top courses within a short drive, and the town is comfortable enough for non golfing partners and families. It is an ideal region to build a multi course Thailand trip around, pairing Pineapple Valley with the best of the Hua Hin courses.
Looking for a base? See our recommended hotels and resorts near Pineapple Valley.
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Pineapple Valley questions
Is Pineapple Valley the same course as Banyan Golf Club?
Yes. The course opened as Banyan Golf Club in 2008 and was renamed Pineapple Valley Golf Club in 2024, in tribute to the former pineapple plantation it occupies in the hills behind Hua Hin. The layout is unchanged.
Who designed the course and what is its par and length?
The Thai architect Pirapon Namatra designed the course. It is a par 72 of about 7,361 yards, routed up and down the plantation hills with elevated tees and a mountain backdrop.
How much does it cost to play Pineapple Valley?
The indicative 2026 green fee is about 3,000 to 3,900 baht for eighteen holes, with a cart around 750 baht and a mandatory caddie around 350 baht. Rates change by season, so always confirm current pricing directly before booking.
When is the best time to play golf in Hua Hin?
November to February is the prime season, with cool, dry weather. March to May is hot, and the green season from around June to October brings lush conditions and afternoon rain, often with lower rates.
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Researched and written by the GolfForKings editorial desk. Designer, opening year, par, yardage and the 2024 renaming verified June 2026; indicative green fees verified June 2026. Last reviewed June 2026.