Kyle Phillips Designs 6-Star Bai Tre Golf Course, Hon Tre Island
Hon Tre Island in Nha Trang, Vietnam, welcomes the 19-hole Bai Tre Golf Course by Kyle Phillips. The 6-star links project broke ground in January 2026.
New Golf Development Commences in Nha Trang
Nha Trang, a prominent coastal city in Vietnam, is set to feature a significant new golf development with the Bai Tre Golf Course on Hon Tre Island. Construction officially began in January 2026 for this ambitious project, which will encompass more than 100 hectares.
The course is planned as a 19-hole links layout, designed by the internationally recognised golf course architect Kyle Phillips. Developers envision Bai Tre Golf Course not only establishing a new benchmark for luxury golf within Vietnam but also aspiring to rank among the world’s leading golf destinations.
Design Inspired by Coastal Terrain
The Bai Tre Golf Course is situated across the area extending from Bai Tre to Dam Bay on Hon Tre Island, a location characterised by its largely untouched coastal environment and cliffs that overlook the ocean. This natural setting offers constantly changing elevations and dramatic coastal terrain, providing a foundation for a challenging links golf experience.
Kyle Phillips, whose portfolio includes highly-regarded courses such as Kingsbarns and Yas Links, has incorporated these features into the design. A distinctive aspect of the 19-hole layout is its back nine, positioned across the elevated Top Cliff terrain where fairways follow coastal ridges.
Vision for a Six-Star Public Course
The project’s vision is to deliver a 6-star public golf course, catering to a diverse clientele that includes domestic and international golfers seeking premium experiences, as well as distinguished groups and residents of the Vinhomes community in Nha Trang.
This development forms an integral part of the broader Vinpearl Nha Trang tourism, hospitality, and entertainment ecosystem. With its rare coastal terrain, the involvement of a leading golf course architect, and its aspiration to meet 6-star standards, Bai Tre Golf Course is poised to become a key attraction within Vietnam’s luxury golf tourism offerings.
Outlook for Vietnam's Golf Tourism
The introduction of Bai Tre Golf Course is anticipated to significantly enhance Vietnam’s appeal as an international golf destination. By adding a high-end, architect-designed links course in a popular tourist region like Nha Trang, the project aims to attract more discerning travellers and strengthen the country’s position in the global golf market.
For travelling golfers, this means a new high-calibre option will eventually be available, potentially influencing tee time demand and pricing across the region. Further details regarding the course’s projected opening date and booking policies will be crucial for golfers planning future visits.
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