Eastern Star Country Club & Resort

Course Designer:	Robert Trent Jnr
Course Opened:	1992
Course Information:	18 holes par 72 (7134 yards)
Rates:
Extras:
Location:	North of Pattaya
Facilities:	Driving Range, Accommodation, Massage, Restaurants, Swimming Pool
Distance to Pattaya:	South of Pattaya – 45 mins
Closed:	Open Everyday

Eastern Star Country Club & Resort: (Links style course – Designed by Robert Trent Jnr)

Eastern Star Golf Club – Pattaya’s Breezy Links-Style Escape

Designed by the legendary Robert Trent Jones Jr. and opened in 1991, Eastern Star Golf Club is a picturesque 18-hole, par-72 course located in Ban Chang, just 45 minutes from Pattaya and 2 km from the Gulf of Thailand. Set on a former coconut plantation, the course blends links-style openness with tropical charm, making it a favorite for both casual golfers and seasoned players seeking a relaxed yet strategic round.

Course Overview

Holes: 18 Par: 72
Length: 7,134 yards / 6,523 meters
Style: Links-style with parkland elements
Designer: Robert Trent Jones Jr.
Landscape: 65 bunkers, 11 lakes, 2,200+ coconut palms
Signature Hole:

Hole 13: Par-3 over water, flanked by deep bunkers and thick rough
Hole 4: Par-5 with water running the entire left side and a narrow landing zone

Playing Experience

Wide fairways offer forgiveness off the tee
Strategic doglegs and water hazards demand smart positioning
Cooling sea breezes from the nearby coast enhance playability
Unique topiary features—including a hedge sculpted like the FA Cup on Hole 2—add quirky charm
Ideal for mid-handicap golfers and relaxed holiday rounds

Clubhouse & Amenities

On-site hotel with 2–4 bedroom apartments
Driving range and swimming pool
Restaurant (average reviews) and basic changing rooms
Equipment rental:

Clubs: ฿800–฿1,200
Shoes: ฿300
Golf cart: ฿600–฿850
Caddie fee: ฿350–฿400 (mandatory; tipping encouraged)

Location & Access

Address: Ban Chang, Rayong Province, Thailand
~45 minutes from Pattaya ~2 km from the beach
Nearby: Emerald Golf Club, Plutaluang Navy Golf Course

Highlights

“Play Pattaya’s breeziest links-style course – Eastern Star Golf Club”
“Robert Trent Jones Jr. design meets tropical charm in Ban Chang”
“Strategic doglegs, cooling sea breezes, and quirky topiary – only at Eastern Star”
“Affordable golf with championship pedigree near the Gulf of Thailand”