A Golf Lover’s Guide to Sanya
Sanya, one of China’s most iconic tropical destinations, offers more than sweeping coastlines and lush greenery. Thanks to its year-round climate and exceptional natural setting, it has become a standout destination on Asia’s golfing scene. Here, courses of distinct character combine technical challenge with spectacular scenery. Whether you’re a seasoned player or picking up a club for the first time, every swing unfolds against a backdrop of blue skies and open sea. Follow our curated selection of Sanya’s top courses and discover the unique appeal of each green.
01 | Sanya Yalong Bay Golf Club
Located at the southernmost tip of China, Yalong Bay Golf Club is an international-standard seaside championship course designed by Robert Trent Jones II to PGA specifications. Spanning 68 hectares, the 18-hole course features 120,000 square meters of interconnected lakes and 99 strategically placed bunkers, creating both visual drama and technical challenge. Tropical in setting yet grounded in the rugged purity of classic links design, it offers a distinctive playing experience. 📍 Location: Yalong Bay National Tourism Resort Area, Sanya
02 | Sanya Haitang Bay Ocean Within Ocean Golf Club
Set along the “National Coast” of Haitang Bay, this peninsula-style course is surrounded by the sea on three sides and backed by mountains. Originally designed by IMG (USA), the layout weaves together ocean, beaches, rock formations and natural terrain. Each swing feels like a quiet exchange with nature—as the landscape shifts with every step, the boundary between player and environment gently dissolves. 📍 Location: Haitang Bay Tourism Resort Area, Sanya
03 | Hongyu Red Canyon Golf Club
Nestled against dramatic mountain scenery, Red Canyon Golf Club is one of Sanya’s most distinctive resort courses. Designed by JMP, its 27 holes bring together lakes, desert elements and mountainous terrain in a single layout. The clubhouse sits at the highest point, offering panoramic views of Yalong Bay and rolling greens below—calm, expansive and immersive. 📍 Location: Hongxialing, Yalong Bay National Tourism Resort Area, Sanya
04 | Sanya Luhuitou Golf Club
As the only lighting golf course in Sanya, Luhuitou Golf Club breaks the limitation of daylight. Designed by Neil Haworth according to international championship standards, the course is backed by mountains to the north and south and faces the sea to the east and west. It is an extremely rare double-bay course in China. Swinging under the interweaving of starlight and lighting allows you to experience a completely different kind of romance and tranquility. 📍 Location: Luhuitou Peninsula National Tourism Resort Area, Sanya.
05 | Sanya Longquangu Golf Club
Located in the heart of Sanya’s urban area, Longquangu is the only 18-hole mountain-style course near the new central business district. Designed by Schmidt-Curley, it balances city accessibility with a sense of natural escape. Stretching 7,276 yards, it provides a rewarding challenge for players seeking precision and technical play. 📍 Location: Naxialing hinterland, Sanya (intersection of Xueyuan Road and Second Ring Road)
On Sanya’s fairways, sunlight doesn’t just fall on the beaches—it moves with every precise putt. This is more than a game; it’s a chance to reconnect with nature and enjoy a sense of freedom. Welcome to Sanya—where every swing brings you closer to the horizon.