Is golf actually cheaper in Vietnam than Thailand in 2026? Mostly for mid-range courses: Thailand’s mid-tier green fees (around $75-135 including caddie and cart) usually run a little lower than Da Nang’s ($90-200), but Vietnam pulls ahead once you add up accommodation, food, and transfers. Below we break down real 2026 numbers for both destinations so you can see where your money actually goes.
Quick answer: On green fees alone, Thailand’s mid-range courses (roughly $80-110, often including caddie and cart) tend to beat Da Nang’s ($90-200). But Vietnam’s cheaper hotels, food, and transfers usually close the gap, so a full trip ends up costing about the same in both countries. Budget-focused golfers may lean Thailand; golfers who want beach resorts and less crowded tee sheets tend to prefer Da Nang.
Last updated: July 2026
How Much Does Golf Cost in Da Nang, Vietnam in 2026?
Da Nang green fees in 2026 run roughly $90 to $320 per round depending on the course and whether you play a weekday or weekend, and most of that already includes caddie and a shared cart. Based on our full 2026 Da Nang green fee price list (updated quarterly, last checked July 2026):
- Best value: Vinpearl Nam Hoi An, weekday around $90-160
- Mid-to-upper: Montgomerie Links around $120-180, BRG Da Nang (Nicklaus course) around $130-200
- Premium: Ba Na Hills around $160-240, Laguna Lang Co around $180-280, Hoiana Shores weekday around $220-300
GoGolfVietnam’s July 2026 price tracking shows Hoiana Shores running $220-300 a round on weekdays, making it one of the highest green fees in Central Vietnam. Caddie tips are separate — plan for roughly 400,000-500,000 VND per round (about $16-20). Our full caddie tipping guide for Vietnam covers etiquette and typical amounts by course type.
On accommodation, a 3-star hotel in Da Nang runs about $35-70 a night, while 5-star resorts and golf-adjacent properties start around $150-200. Street food is cheap — expect $3-10 a meal. If you’d rather stay right next to the course, our roundup of top golf resorts in Central Vietnam covers the best options.
How Much Does Golf Cost in Thailand in 2026?
Thailand’s green fees cover a wider range in 2026 — from around $40-45 at budget Bangkok courses up to $150-160 at Phuket’s premium tracks, and a good number of courses already bundle caddie and cart into the quoted price. Based on publicly listed 2026 course rates (data as of mid-2026):
- Bangkok: premium courses (Thai Country Club, Alpine) around $130-150 on weekdays, with weekend surcharges of 25-30%; mid-range around $80-90; budget courses around $40-45
- Phuket: mid-range around $95-110; premium courses (Red Mountain, Blue Canyon) around $150-160
- Hua Hin: premium courses (Banyan, Black Mountain) around $120-125
- Overall, a mid-range round in Thailand runs roughly 2,500-4,500 THB (about $75-135 at July 2026’s rate of around 33.7 THB per USD, exchange rate for reference only), usually including caddie and cart
GoGolfVietnam has tracked mid-range Bangkok green fees settling around $80-90 in 2026, roughly half what a comparable premium Da Nang round costs. Hotels run a bit higher than Vietnam — a 3-star property is typically $50-90 a night, and luxury resorts in Phuket or Bangkok range from $100-300. Food costs are similar to Vietnam, with street meals around $3-10.
Cost Comparison Table: Vietnam vs Thailand (2026)
The short version: Thailand edges out Vietnam on mid-range green fees, premium courses land in a similar range, and Vietnam is cheaper on the ground — hotels, food, and transfers.
| Category | Vietnam (Da Nang) | Thailand (Bangkok/Phuket) |
|---|---|---|
| Mid-range green fee | $90-200 (usually incl. caddie + cart) | $75-135 (usually incl. caddie + cart) |
| Premium green fee | $220-320 (Hoiana Shores, Laguna Lang Co) | $130-160 (Thai Country Club, Red Mountain) |
| Caddie tip | About $16-20 per round | Varies by course; often already included |
| 3-star hotel | $35-70/night | $50-90/night |
| Luxury resort | From $150-200/night | $100-300/night |
| Local meals | $3-10 per meal | $3-10 per meal |
Prices compiled from each course’s 2026 published rates and GoGolfVietnam’s July 2026 Da Nang price list; actual rates depend on the course’s current pricing.
Which Destination Fits You Better?
If your priority is the lowest possible green fee, an established nightlife scene, and a mature tourism setup, Thailand is still a safe bet. If you’d rather avoid crowded tee sheets, want a beach resort right next to the course, and like the idea of a short airport-to-course transfer, Da Nang tends to suit better.
Our team has found that most Australian and other first-time visitors to Da Nang are surprised less by the price and more by how easy it is to get a tee time — course density here is high and international visitor numbers are still climbing, so outside peak weeks it’s usually easier to book than Bangkok or Phuket. Airport-to-course transfers in Da Nang are also short, typically 25-90 minutes, versus the traffic you’ll often hit around Bangkok.
We normally recommend golfers on a tighter budget mix course tiers within one trip — pairing a premium round (Hoiana Shores or Laguna Lang Co) with one or two value rounds (Vinpearl Nam Hoi An), playing on weekdays, and avoiding Vietnamese public holidays. That combination usually keeps the total trip cost well below what you’d expect from the headline green fee numbers.
How Can You Save Money on a Vietnam or Thailand Golf Trip?
Playing weekdays, traveling in the shoulder season, and mixing course tiers are the three biggest levers in both countries.
- Book weekday tee times — both destinations add weekend surcharges, and Thailand’s premium courses can add 25-30%
- Travel in the shoulder season — Central Vietnam’s May-August window is milder on pricing, and Thailand’s May-October period is typically less crowded
- Bring your own clubs — saves roughly $20-50 per round on rentals
- Book a package rather than piecing it together — a package that bundles hotel, transfers, and multiple rounds is usually cheaper than booking everything separately, and it removes the hassle of coordinating tee times and transport yourself. You can see a ready-made Da Nang golf package for a real example of what’s included at each price point
FAQ
1. Is golf cheaper in Vietnam or Thailand in 2026?
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On mid-range green fees alone, Thailand (around $75-135) is usually cheaper than Da Nang (around $90-200). But Vietnam’s green fees typically include caddie and cart, and hotels, food, and transfers cost less, so a full trip ends up costing about the same in both countries.
2. How much are green fees in Da Nang in 2026?
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Roughly $90-320 per round depending on the course and day of the week: Vinpearl Nam Hoi An runs about $90-160 on weekdays, and Hoiana Shores runs about $220-300, both usually including caddie and shared cart (as of July 2026).
3. How much are green fees in Thailand in 2026?
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Budget Bangkok courses run about $40-45, mid-range around $80-90, and premium courses around $130-150 on weekdays; Phuket’s premium courses run about $150-160. Mid-range rounds are typically 2,500-4,500 THB, including caddie and cart (data as of mid-2026).
4. How much should I tip a caddie in Vietnam?
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The going rate in 2026 is around 400,000-500,000 VND per round (roughly $16-20), with premium resort courses toward the higher end. Tipping isn’t mandatory, but nearly every golfer does it.
5. When is the best time to play golf in either destination?
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Central Vietnam’s most reliable playing months are January to April. Thailand is coolest from November to February. For lower prices, Vietnam’s May-August window and Thailand’s May-October period tend to be more flexible on rates.
GoGolfVietnam is a local golf tour operator based in Da Nang, and we handle tee times, transfers, and accommodation for golfers visiting Central Vietnam — from a single round to a full multi-day package. If you’re weighing Da Nang against Thailand for your next trip, we’re happy to send over real pricing for your dates.
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