5 Best Golf Courses in Bali

New Kuta Golf is an international standard 18-hole championship course, the first golf course in Indonesia with a links-style layout (along a coastline, with dunes and a few trees). Its signature hole 15 is nicknamed "The Cliff Hanger" and has 240-degree ocean views overlooking two famous beaches on Bali’s southern coast, Balangan and Dreamland.

Opened in 2013 and forming part of the ambitious Pecatu Indah Resort development on the southern limestone cliffs of the Uluwatu coast, the views of this Ronald Fream-designed course are really worth experiencing. At its clubhouse, you'll find a pro shop, restaurant and even a spa to help you unwind after an exciting game.

Difficulty level: "Standard" (slope rating: 124-144)

The Bukit Pandawa Golf & Country Club a JMP Golf-designed course that features 18 holes spread over the contour of a limestone cliff landscape. There are 10 holes where players can enjoy the Indian Ocean panoramas best with their game.

The golf course flanks a group of international 5-star hotels in the area. One of the unique features of this golf course is its rustic architectural ruins with an underlying natural landscape theme. The golf course has a par-54 layout, where you can typically play a round within 2 hours. Even so, it offers golfers a set of distinctive challenges.

Bali Beach Golf Course is the smallest 18-hole golf course on the island, with a course length of 3,560 yards. You can experience a more private country club atmosphere here, thanks to onsite facilities that include the Sector Bar & Club right on the course’s perimeter.

You can have a convenient break for a light meal and refreshments before or after your game. Playing here can be quite challenging due to its smaller acreage and greens that feature a series of water ponds, garden bridges, fountains, shrubbery and pine trees. There’s also a driving range for you to practice your swings.

Difficulty level: "Easy to standard" (slope rating: 120-135)