Bali Golf Courses

Bali Beach Golf Course

Bali Beach Golf Course in Sanur was founded in 1972. The golf course was formerly known as The Grand Bali Beach Golf Course. In 2004, new golf ownership was brought in and the course was upgraded. In 2005 the renamed Bali Beach Golf Course with clubhouse and driving range opened to the public.

The Bali Beach Golf Course set in an environment of mature, tall trees, lakes, earth mounding, and regulation green complexes. Here you can play golf in beautiful pitch spotted by shady pines and flowering hibiscus shrubs. All features combine and add to the aesthetic beauty while providing challenges to all golfers of all skill levels.

The greens are designed to provide a fair good putting surface, without severe undulations. The subtle breaks on the greens will always keep the golfer guessing. The greens are also well – bunkered, with little room for errant shots.

The golf course is well laid out and plays to a par 36 with seven par-4’s, one par-5 and one par-3. The variety of holes gives golfers enough challenge to enjoy a good game of golf. The wind is a factor and comes into play on a few holes, especially on the par-3 2nd hole. Higher handicappers has always the option of laying up and staying out of trouble, while the scratch golfer needs to be sharp and accurate in order to play to his or her handicap.

The clubhouse has a nice Indonesian restaurant and full bar. Complete golf equipment rental and caddies are available.

Located only 5 kilometers from Denpasar city and 15 kilometers from the Ngurah Rai International Airport, this Bali golf course is ideal one for those who want to play a quick round of golf among their otherwise busy schedule in Bali.

 Bali Golf & Country Club

Bali Golf & Country Club is located at the southern tip of the resort area of Nusa Dua and is minutes away from many of Bali’s 5-star hotels. A Robin Nelson and Rodney Wright designed Hawaiian-styled golf course, Bali Golf & Country Club opened in 1991 and soon after hosted the 1994 Asian Dunhill Masters where Nick Faldo shot the course record 63. In 1997 the Bali golf club was voted one of Asia's top 5 golf courses by Fortune Magazine.

Three distinct areas have been used to create Bali Golf & Country Club. The first nine holes play up through hillside terrain with lush tropical vegetation where you have spectacular views of Indian Ocean and the Nusa Dua area. Small hand-built stone walls have been incorporated into the golf course design to terrace the sides of fairways and tees in order to emulate the rice field terraces of the Bali countryside.

Holes 10 through 16 at the Bali Golf & Country Club play through massive 100 feet tall coconut trees, lakes and multi-colored flora. The final two holes play over sand dune holes along Nusa Dua beach before returning to the clubhouse. The par 72 course measures 6871 yards from the championship tees; although shorter tees ensure playability for all Bali golfers. Expert grounds keeping staff and superb maintenance ensure year round championship playing conditions.

The longest hole is the 580 yard par-5 7th. Watch out for some unusual terraced landscaping hazards that might just inspire a kind of longing for a good old-fashioned bunker. The 17th and 18th holes are golf course signature holes. The 17th hole plays out to the beautiful blue Indian Ocean and usually into a cool ocean breeze. The 18th hole plays from the beach back to the clubhouse alongside a 16-acre lake. On a clear day you can even see the Gunung Agung Volcano rising in the distance.

The Bali Golf & Country Club has an elegant clubhouse and restaurant with spectacular views of the golf course and the Indian Ocean. There is a grass driving range with chipping and putting greens to warm-up at before your round.
Golf carts are compulsory and one caddy is provided with each cart. The varied natural setting of Bali Golf & Country Club provides Bali golfers with a unique and memorable golfing experience.

Bali Handara Kosaido Country Club

The Bali Handara Kosaido Country Club must be one of the most astonishing golf courses on Bali if not around all of South East Asia. The Bali golf course is set in the lush highlands of Bali and nestled in the crater of a volcano in the mountains of Bedugul; a 2 hour drive from Nusa Dua and 1 hour from Ubud.

The long-journey is definitely worth it. From the low coastal regions the road to the golf course winds around traditional Balinese villages, rice paddies and ascends towards the volcanic mountains. The entrance to the Bali Handara Kosaido Country Club is just past the Lake Bedugul.

This Bali golf course is located on an altitude of 1,142 meters (3,750 feet) above sea level and temperatures moderate between 14 and 20 degrees Celsius.  The golf course is pleasant to play due to mild temperature and the overwhelming view of lush tropical forest.

The 18-hole championship golf course was designed by Australians Peter Thompson and Michael Wolveridge in 1974. Mature tree-lined fairways, indigenous flowers, and Bent grass greens characterize the layout. Notable holes include the 3rd a long 435 yard par-4 that pays downhill to a 90-degree dogleg to the right. The creek along the right side of the fairway prevents cutting over the dogleg and the left side is well guarded by bushes. Driving accuracy is a must to par this hole. The second shot must carry across the water with a long iron to the green.

Another par-4, the 7th plays 375 yards uphill and a dogleg left. The hole is lined on both sides by orange flowering trees that make you feel like you are hitting down a long shoot in a real golf tournament. The par-3 14th is the signature hole at 203 yards. Hitting to an uphill green with huge mountains in the background make you really appreciate how special Bali Handara really is. The finishing hole a 560 yard par-5 plays downhill on the drive and then uphill to the clubhouse for the second and third shots. Fairway bunkers come into play on the drive and once successfully past them you are set up for a good birdie opportunity.

The 300 yard driving range is an excellent place to warm up. Additional practice facilities at Bali Handara include 3 putting greens, chipping area, and several bunkers to test your sand skills prior to your round.

The clubhouse, while quite dated, is adequate and features an Japanese restaurant. However, for those looking for something more local, there are some Indonesian restaurants 10 minutes from Bali Handara overlooking Lake Bedugul. Next to the restaurant you can find the club's hotel with bungalows and even villas, but they are not recommended as they are overpriced and in need of major renovations.

Nevertheless, a day at Bali Handara Kosaido Country Club makes for a relaxed round of golf in an exotic natural setting.

New Kuta Golf Club

Located on the southern tip of Bali Island, at Dreamland Beach is one of Bali’s finest and most spectacular golf course; New Kuta Golf Club. Carved out of harsh limestone and edged between the brilliant white limestone cliffs and the endless blue horizon of the Indian Ocean, New Kuta Golf ranks among Asia’s best and most challenging.

In fact, New Kuta was awarded as the Best New International Course by Links Magazine 2008 and 10th Best Course in Indonesia by Golf Digest in 2009. That same year the Asian Tour Indonesian Open was held at New Kuta.

The Bali New Kuta golf course is surrounded by breathtaking sea views with waves crashing at the base of many of the holes. From its five sets of tees, New Kuta Golf Club plays various distances ensuring players from beginners to low handicappers will be adequately challenged.

The landscape includes rolling links-styled fairway, semi-rough of natural grasses and sand and undulated greens. In addition to the unique landscape, prevailing sea breezes factor heavily on each hole. The winds never stop blowing here, a blessing in the tropical heat but a complication on holes likes 14, 15 and 16, perched as they are at cliff's edge some 200 feet above the best surfing in Bali.

Similar to Amen corner of Augusta, these three holes also offer the highest difficulty level where only accurate shot making will suffice to prevent lost balls into the sea below. The remarkable par-4 14th tumbles some 438 yards downhill with the aqua-blue waters of the Indian Ocean as backdrop. The putting surface sits directly at cliff side, fronted by a menacing pot bunker. Fifteen plays just 153 yards, but it occupies the treeless, exposed headland dividing New Kuta Beach from Balangan Beach. The 16th is another long par-4 that requires you to drive the ball to the right side of the fairway. The approach in front of the green is narrow and a layup might not be a bad idea if you are not confident in your long game.

The front side ventures farther inland, but plays over more varied, links-style terrain. At the 191-yard 6th hole, another flamboyant putting surface - multi-tiered and angled away from the tee - is literally surrounded by a sea of sand. It's an island green essentially, encircled by an uninterrupted bunker of uncommon depth. It's this extreme bunker depth that places a serious premium on accuracy: Miss anywhere and par is a chore. At the par-4 7th, a beautiful-but-brutish dogleg right, sheer length (470 yards) is compounded by a well bunkered landing area and an elevated green guarded by a phalanx of hillside bunkers.

Along with beauty and challenges, New Kuta Golf is also recognized for its environmental conservation. In October 2008, the New Kuta Golf was awarded certificate of IGOLF Laureate Course from the International Golf and Life Foundation (IGOLF) for environmental conservation.

An ample clubhouse with one the best locations on the course boasts a restaurant, bar, and spa with panoramic views of the rolling fairways and sea.
    Overlooking the 9th and 18th greens, the restaurant serves mainly Indonesian food.

New Kuta Golf is as stunning as the best golf courses in the world. There is even a lookout tower beside the clubhouse where the Bali golfer can climb up to watch the magical sunsets so typical of Balis magic. Experience this firsthand to discover much more than just a golf course.

 Nirwana Bali Golf Club

Every golfer dreams of the perfect landscape to play and there is no doubt that the physical characteristics of the Nirwana Bali Golf Course are just that. Lying on Bali's southwest coastline at Tanah Lot, Nirwana Bali Golf Club was designed by Greg Norman and opened in July 1997.  The course is a 30 minute scenic drive from Kuta Beach, the Bali airport, and the capital city of Denpasar.

The golf course overlooks the Indian Ocean and weaves through rice terraces and towering palm trees. A 6805 yard par 72 championship golf course, it has been voted by Golf Digest and Asian Golf Monthly as the best golf course in Indonesia and best golf resort in Asia, respectively.

Nirwana Bali Golf Club reflects the natural beauty, spirituality and rich culture of Bali. It is a visual masterpiece of dramatic ocean views and lush Balinese landscapes. The Bali golf course offers a spectacular challenge and a unique world-class experience for golfers of all skill levels.

Nirwana Bali's 18-hole golf course is one of the most photographed and challenging golf courses in the world. The breathtaking beauty of this course is highlighted by terraced rice fields forming some of the rough and strategically placed bunkers.

Three holes play atop the cliffs of the Indian Ocean with a famous Hindu temple protecting the course from the gods at sea. Hole 13 requires all a golfer's skill and concentration as it plays along Indian Ocean cliff tops. Hole 14 is a dramatic par-3, with the ocean thundering below. The long 441 yard par-4 5th hole is the most spectacular and difficult. You have to drive from elevated teeing ground across the valley to a saddle-shaped fairway, which has three fairway bunkers on the left side and the aforementioned temple on the right. A second shot to the right side of the green is required to avoid landing in the large greenside bunker and setting up for any chance of par.

Other holes on the Nirwana course will test the accuracy and consistency of golf professionals while still be enjoyable for the average golfer. Four sets of tees ensure that the right challenge is available for golfers of all abilities.

Nirwana Bali boasts a luxurious Balinese style clubhouse with a restaurant, a halfway house, a fully stocked pro shop and exquisitely furnished locker rooms. Golf carts are compulsory and complimentary drink service is provided. The Bali golf club also has a grass driving range and full practice facilities are available to visiting Bali golfers.

Friendly and professional Balinese female caddies will greet you with a warm smile and assist with club selection and course strategy during your round. Come and experience the ultimate that golf in Bali has to offer!