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City Introduction
Hainan, China's tropical island paradise, boasts pristine beaches, lush rainforests, and year-round sunshine. As the country's only fully tropical province, this "Hawaii of the East" offers golfers an unparalleled experience where championship fairways meet the South China Sea.
Why Golf Here?
Hainan is Asia's premier golf destination, featuring some of the world's most spectacular coastal and mountain courses. The island has hosted international tournaments including the Volvo China Open, LPGA events, and World Golf Championships. From dramatic clifftop layouts to volcanic blackrock landscapes, Hainan's diverse courses provide unforgettable challenges in breathtaking settings.
Best Season to Visit
The optimal time is from October to April, with mild temperatures and low humidity. Summer (May to September) is hot and humid with occasional rain, but morning rounds remain enjoyable and green fees are often discounted.
Must-Try Food
Wenchang Chicken: Hainan's most famous dish, tender poached chicken served with rice and dipping sauces.
Hainan Seafood: Fresh catches including lobster, crab, and local fish prepared simply to highlight natural flavors.
Coconut Rice: Sticky rice cooked in coconut milk inside a young coconut.
Qingbuliang: A refreshing local herbal drink perfect for cooling down after a round.
Must-See Attractions
Yalong Bay: "The World's Finest Bay" with pristine beaches and luxury resorts.
Tianya Haijiao: Iconic beach with romantic rock formations at "The Edge of the Sky and Sea."
Nanshan Temple: Home to the magnificent 108-metre Guanyin Buddha statue.
Volcanic Geopark: Explore ancient volcanic crater landscapes near Haikou.
Hainan Golf Course Guide-- Sanya Region
| Course Name | Holes | Designer(s) | Awards & Features |
| Shanqin Bay Golf Club | 18 | Bill Coore | Asia's ONLY clifftop seaside links; Ranked among Asia's Top 5 courses; Spectacular ocean views from every hole; Ultra-exclusive private club |
| Shenzhou Peninsula Dunes | 36 | Tom Weiskopf | 2024 Asia Top 100 (No.4); 2023 Asia Top 100 (No.2); 2022 Asia Top 100 (No.3); 2023 China Top 10 Golf Resort; Tom Weiskopf's only course in mainland China; Classic links-style coastal layout built on natural sand dunes |
| Yalong Bay Golf Club | 18 | Robert Trent Jones Jr | 2001-2008 China Top 10 Golf Courses; 2003 Asia Best Course; Hosted European Tour TCL Classic; Links-style coastal layout with 98 bunkers |
| Begonia Peninsula Golf Club | 18 | Tom Weiskopf | Host of 2024 "Sanya Cup" International Tournament; Stunning seaside setting in Haitang Bay; Water hazards on multiple holes |
| Luhuitou Golf Club | 18 | Neil Haworth (N&H) | Sanya's ONLY fully lighted course; Venue for European Challenge Tour Hainan Open; Host of Hainan Open for 11 consecutive years; Dual-bay ocean views overlooking coral reserve |
| Sun Valley Sanya Golf Resort | 27 | JMP Design | 2014 China Best Mountain Course; Dramatic mountain backdrop with red cliffs; |
| Mystic Springs Golf Club | 36 | Nelson & Haworth | Asia Top 10 Most Challenging Course; "Devil's Bend" holes 3-5 feature dramatic elevation drops; 182-metre natural elevation change; 2011 Most Popular Hainan Resort |
| Jianlake BlueBay Golf Club | 18 | Mark E. Hollinger | 2024 Asia Top 100 (No.77); 2025 Asia Top 100 (No.77); LPGA Blue Bay Championship venue; Challenging coastal layout |
| Clearwater Bay Golf Club | 36 | Schmidt-Curley Design | 2024 Asia Top 100 (No.87); Premier course in Lingshui Clearwater Bay; Coastal links with pristine beach views |
Hainan Golf Course Guide-- Haikou Region
| Course Name | Holes | Designer | Awards & Features |
| Mission Hills Haikou | 180 | Various legends | 2024-2025 China Top 10 Golf Resorts; 2024-2025 China Top 100 (Blackstone Course ); 10 signature courses with volcanic blackrock landscapes; Blackstone Course ranked Asia Top 100 No.42 |
| West Coast Golf Club | 18 | Perry Dye & Cynthia Dye | First 18-hole PGA championship coastal layout with ocean views from every hole; 2010 Hainan Top 5 Most Popular Golf Clubs |
| Three Miles Golf Club | 18 | Not specified | Convenient city course; Parkland-style layout; Popular among local golfers |
| Meilan Golf Club | 27 | Graham Marsh | 27-hole international championship course with 9 lighted holes; Features 500-acre Longwo Lake natural water area; Located 7 minutes from Meilan Airport |
| Meilangwan Golf Club | 18 | CJ Tan | PGA international championship course; Features unique terrain with rivers, lakes and bunkers; |
Plan your Hainan golf adventure—where tropical island paradise meets championship fairways for an unforgettable journey!
