Lake View Golf Club is one of the most varied golf venues around Hua Hin, offering 36 holes across four completely different nine-hole layouts. Set inland between Hua Hin and Cha-am, the club is surrounded by countryside, farms and pineapple plantations, giving it a peaceful atmosphere away from the busier coastal resorts. For us, the big attraction is the variety – you can play several rounds here and enjoy a noticeably different experience each time.

The four loops are the Mountain Course, Lake Course, Desert Course and Links Course. The original Mountain, Lake and Desert nines were designed by Roger Packard, while the Links Course was later created by Ronald Fream and David Dale. Different combinations can be used to create two full par-72 layouts, making Lake View particularly good for golfers staying in Hua Hin for several days.

The Mountain Course has a classic parkland feel, with mature trees, doglegs and undulating fairways creating plenty of decisions from the tee. Some approaches are partially hidden by the terrain and vegetation, so positioning your drive correctly can be much more important than simply chasing distance.

The Lake Course changes the challenge by bringing water more prominently into play. Lakes and streams shape several holes and demand good course management, particularly when attacking the greens. One of the most memorable features is the long par 3 played between island-style teeing and green areas, where there is very little room for hesitation once you have chosen your club.

The Desert Course is completely different again. Inspired by Arizona-style golf, it uses sand, rocks, scrub and cactus-style landscaping to create a much more rugged appearance. Bunkering is a major defence, and we find this nine rewards golfers who plot their way around rather than trying to overpower every hole.

The Links Course is the most open of the four. There are fewer trees, wider views and more exposure to the wind, which can completely change how holes play from one day to the next. Running approaches and careful distance control become especially useful when the breeze gets up.

Practice facilities include a grass driving range and short-game areas, while the clubhouse provides changing facilities, a Pro Shop, restaurant and somewhere comfortable to relax after your round. Lake View Resort and Golf Club is also located on site, making it easy to turn your visit into a stay-and-play break.

For golfers who value variety, Lake View Golf Club is an excellent addition to a Hua Hin golf holiday. Speak to our Golf Travel Experts at Hashtag Golf Travel and we can include Lake View within a tailor-made itinerary alongside Hua Hin's other leading courses.