[Hanoi] Van Tri Golf Course

General Information

• Location: Dong Anh District, Northern Hanoi

• Accessibility:

  • Approximately 25–30 minutes by car from central Hanoi

  • About 11–16 km from Noi Bai International Airport, roughly 15–20 minutes by car

• Key Feature:
  Vietnam’s first fully private, members-only golf course

• Reservation Policy:
  Bookings are not available through general tour channels — reservations can only be made when accompanied by a member or through authorized agents.

• Facilities:
  A premium clubhouse, spacious locker rooms, high-end restaurant, driving range, pro shop, and a dedicated short-game practice area.

• Environment:
  Despite being close to the airport, the course maintains a quiet, refined atmosphere with a well-manicured layout and upscale design.

Strengths & Key Features

• One of Vietnam’s top private golf courses, offering exceptional exclusivity

• Premium-level course management, design, and clubhouse quality

• Outstanding turf conditions, maintained at top quality year-round

• Performs exceptionally well even in Northern Vietnam’s variable climate

• Excellent accessibility, located close to Noi Bai International Airport

  • Ideal for a round immediately after arrival or as a final round before departure

• Quiet, luxurious playing environment

  • Limited access for non-members keeps the course uncrowded

• Highly professional caddie service

  • Well-trained caddies provide accurate lines, distances, and course strategy

• Perfect for business or VIP rounds

  • Premium course quality, facilities, and privacy all in one setting

• Smooth and efficient pace of play

  • Low congestion ensures a stable and enjoyable playing rhythm

Operations & Fees

Operation Type: Private membership-only golf course (no bookings allowed without a member or authorized agent)
Tee Time: Advance reservation required; members receive priority allocation

Green Fee (Reference – General Agent Rates)

• Weekdays: USD 150–180

• Weekends: USD 180–220

Included:

• Golf cart (typically shared, 2 players per cart)

• Caddie service

Caddie Tip:

• Approximately USD 20–25 for 18 holes

Dress Code & Course Regulations

• Strict dress code applies

• Collared shirts are mandatory

• Certain color and style regulations may be enforced

• Caddies may check attire before play

Course Information & Design

• Scale: 18-hole, Par 72 international championship-standard course

• Designer: Peter Rousseau, PGA-certified golf course architect

• Course Length: Approximately 7,200 yards

Design Characteristics

• Natural Terrain Integration:
  The course layout fully utilizes the existing landscape, maintaining a natural flow throughout the holes.

• Gentle Rolling Hills & Wide Fairways:
  Fairways are generous yet require strategic positioning, taking advantage of the subtle elevation changes.

• Fast, Firm Greens:
  Greens feature significant undulation and are known for their speed and firmness, demanding precision in approach shots and putting.

• Strategically Placed Water Hazards:
  Water comes into play on multiple holes, encouraging accurate shot-making and thoughtful course management.

Turf Quality

• Fairways: Bermuda grass

• Greens: Bentgrass

• The course is recognized as one of the best-maintained golf courses in Northern Vietnam, with year-round professional conditioning.

Difficulty Level

• Designed to challenge intermediate to advanced golfers

• Fast green speeds and intricate bunker placements require strategic play and strong short-game skills