Seapine Golf Course offers something genuinely different from many of the other courses around Hua Hin. Set beside Suanson Beach on the Gulf of Thailand, this 18-hole course combines open fairways, mountain views and proper seaside golf, with a railway line running through the property and separating the inland section from the holes closest to the coast. For us, that change of scenery across the round is a big part of what makes Seapine so enjoyable.

Opened in 2010 and designed by Major General Weerayudth Phetbuasak, the par-72 course stretches to approximately 7,305 yards from the back tees. There is plenty of length if you choose to play from the tips, but the open nature of the course means it remains playable from the appropriate tees for a wide range of handicaps.

The opening part of the round has more of an inland feel, with wide fairways giving you opportunities to use the driver. That does not mean you can simply hit the ball anywhere, though. Water, bunkers and carefully positioned hazards regularly influence the best line into the greens, while the relative lack of dense tree cover means the wind can have a major effect on club selection.

The character changes as you move towards the Gulf of Thailand. This is where Seapine becomes particularly memorable, with several holes running close to the beach and views stretching across the water. When the coastal breeze gets stronger, holes that looked straightforward on the scorecard can suddenly become a completely different challenge. Keeping the ball under control and choosing the right club becomes just as important as distance.

We particularly like the contrast between the mountain backdrop on one side of the property and the sea on the other. There are not many rounds in Thailand where you cross a railway line during your game and then find yourself playing holes right beside a long sandy beach.

The clubhouse provides locker facilities, a Pro Shop and dining areas for relaxing after the round. Seapine Beach Golf & Resort is also located directly alongside the course, making it an easy option for golfers who want to stay on site and enjoy early tee times without travelling across Hua Hin.

Hua Hin itself is only a short journey away, so Seapine is equally easy to include alongside Black Mountain, Pineapple Valley and the other courses in the region.

For golfers looking for something a little different on a Hua Hin golf holiday, we think Seapine deserves a place on the itinerary. Speak to our Golf Travel Experts at Hashtag Golf Travel and we can include Seapine Golf Course within a tailor-made Hua Hin golf holiday, combining your preferred rounds, accommodation and transfers.