Best Bintan Golf Resorts 2025

Best Bintan Golf Resorts 2025

The Best Bintan Golf Resorts 2025 are Ria Bintan Golf Club (Gary Player), Laguna Golf Bintan / Banyan Tree area (Greg Norman redesign), Bintan Lagoon Resort (Jack Nicklaus & Ian Baker-Finch courses) and Nirwana Resort (Greg Norman course). These resorts offer the best championship golf, easy ferry access from Singapore, and stay‑and‑play packages—ideal for a golf weekend. For ferry schedule, packages, visa info and tee‑time booking, read on for step‑by‑step travel tips and realistic cost estimates.

Best Bintan Golf Resorts 2025 — Quick list

• Ria Bintan Golf Club — Ocean Course (Gary Player) + 9‑hole Forest Course
• Laguna Golf Bintan (Banyan Tree / Angsana / Cassia cluster) — Greg Norman design (revamped)
• Bintan Lagoon Resort — Jack Nicklaus Seaview Course & Ian Baker‑Finch Woodlands Course
• Nirwana Resort Bintan — Greg Norman style course & resort golf access
• Club Med Ria Bintan area — good for combined stay, activities and access to Ria courses

Why these are the Best Bintan Golf Resorts 2025

• Championship layouts: Ria Bintan and Laguna/ Bintan Lagoon are the island’s championship courses — varied holes, ocean views and signature “wow” tee boxes.
• Easy for Singapore golfers: Most are served by short ferry transfers to Bandar Bentan Telani (Lagoi) or Tanjung Pinang and offer convenient stay‑and‑play packages.
• Resort facilities: Luxury spas, quality lodging (Banyan Tree, Nirwana, Club Med) and full golf facilities (pro shop, driving range, caddies).

Top resort details (what to expect)

Ria Bintan Golf Club — Best for dramatic ocean holes

• Designer: Gary Player. Signature Ocean Course (18 holes) plus 9‑hole Forest Course.
• Highlights: Multiple seaside signature holes with spectacular views; solid practice facilities and a golf lodge.
• Who it’s for: Mid‑to‑low handicap golfers and those chasing iconic photo holes.
• Estimated green fee (2025, guide): SGD 70–160 depending on time and promotions. Caddies & buggy extra.

Laguna Golf Bintan (Banyan Tree / Angsana / Cassia cluster) — Best for luxury + variety

• Designer: Originally Greg Norman; course refurbished and maintained to high standards.
• Highlights: Beachfront holes, jungle backdrops and dramatic cliff/sea tees on late holes.
• Who it’s for: Players who want a luxury stay (Banyan Tree Villas/Angsana) with golf steps away.
• Estimated green fee (2025, guide): SGD 80–170. Stay‑and‑play packages often include transfers and breakfast.

Bintan Lagoon Resort — Best for multiple course options

• Designers: Jack Nicklaus (Seaview Course) and Ian Baker‑Finch (Woodlands Course).
• Highlights: Two very different 18‑hole courses on one property — great for repeat rounds.
• Who it’s for: Golfers who value variety without long transfers.
• Estimated green fee (2025, guide): SGD 70–150 per round depending on tee time and promos.

Nirwana Resort Hotel — Best for convenient golf access and value

• Highlights: Resort with on‑site golf or shuttle access to nearby championship courses; family‑friendly facilities.
• Who it’s for: Groups mixing golf with family activities and budget‑friendly stays.
• Estimated green fee (2025, guide): SGD 60–120 (range varies by package).

How to get to Bintan for golf (step‑by‑step from Singapore)

1. Book ferry tickets from Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal (Singapore) to Bandar Bentan Telani (Lagoi) — operator example: Bintan Resort Ferries. Journey ~1 hour 10 minutes. Check sailing times the week of travel. Typical departures include morning and afternoon sailings for easy morning tee times.
2. Immigration: Bring passport (valid for at least 6 months). Check your visa requirements for Indonesia before travel — many nationalities have visa‑on‑arrival or e‑arrival rules but confirm with official sources.
3. Arrival transfer: Resort pick‑up or prebook a hotel shuttle / taxi at Bandar Bentan Telani. Resort transfer times usually take 10–60 minutes depending on resort location (Lagoi cluster is close; Ria area sits a little further east).
4. On course: Book tee times in advance (especially weekends). Reserve caddies and buggies early if required.

Ferry schedule & ticket tips (what Singapore golfers need to know)

• Ferry duration: ~1 hour 10 minutes (Tanah Merah ↔ Bandar Bentan Telani).
• Typical schedule: multiple daily sailings (morning to late afternoon). Book a morning ferry if you want to tee off late morning or an afternoon ferry if you plan to arrive and play the next day.
• Ticket classes: Economy and Emerald (upgraded) — price varies by class and peak dates. Round‑trip ferry fares are commonly in the SGD 70–150 range depending on class and season.
• Important: Indonesia introduced mandatory e‑arrival / e‑travel measures in 2025 for many visitors — check current rules and the ferry operator guidance before departure.

Sample 2‑day / 1‑night golf itinerary (Singaporean golfers)

Option A — Fast weekend (2D1N): Laguna + Ria

• Day 1 (Sat): 08:10 ferry Singapore → arrive ~09:20. Transfer to Banyan Tree / Laguna area. Tee off late morning (Laguna Golf). Stay at Banyan Tree/Angsana/Cassia.
• Evening: Resort dinner, spa, rest.
• Day 2 (Sun): Early transfer to Ria Bintan (if you want a different course) and play Ocean Course morning. Afternoon return ferry to Singapore.

Option B — Relaxed luxury (2D1N): Bintan Lagoon double‑round

• Day 1: Mid‑morning ferry, settle in and play an afternoon round at the Woodlands Course.
• Day 2: Early morning round at the Seaview Course, lunch, ferry back in the afternoon.

Estimated costs (per golfer from Singapore) — ballpark 2025 guide

• Budget weekend (2D1N): SGD 250–400 — includes economy ferry (S$80–90 RT), budget hotel, one round green fee and transfers.
• Mid‑range stay‑and‑play: SGD 400–800 — includes upgraded ferry or promo package, mid‑range resort (breakfast), one or two rounds, caddie/buggy fees partly included in package.
• Luxury golf weekend: SGD 800–1,800+ — Banyan Tree / Banyan Tree Villas or Banyan Tree + premium green fees, private transfers, club rentals and deluxe rooms.

Notes: green fees, caddies and club hire are typically charged in local currency or SGD depending on booking; always confirm inclusions when booking a package.

Top booking strategies & travel tips

• Book tee times before you arrive — popular slots fill quickly on weekends and public holidays.
• Look for stay‑and‑play packages that bundle ferry + transfers + hotel + green fee — they often save money and simplify logistics.
• Bring a light rain jacket (tropical showers are common in wet season).
• Consider renting clubs at the resort to skip lugging gear through ferry/immigration — rental quality is usually good on major courses.
• Confirm whether caddie fees and buggies are included in green fee or charged separately.

Compare the courses — at a glance

Packages you can book now (examples)

Popular bookable packages for Bintan stays and ferry combos — click to view details:

• Bintan | Nirwana Resort Hotel + Ferry
• Bintan | Banyan Tree Villas + Ferry
• Bintan | Cassia Resort + Ferry
• Bintan | Club Med Bintan Island + Ferry
• Bintan | Four Points by Sheraton Bintan + Ferry

Related guides you should read

• How to Travel from Singapore to Bintan (Ferry, Visa, Cost) — step‑by‑step transit & visa notes.
• Why Bintan Is the Perfect Weekend Escape from Singapore — quick weekend planning tips.
• Bintan Luxury Resorts 2025 (Banyan Tree, Club Med, The Sanchaya) — for premium stays after golf.

FAQs — Best Bintan Golf Resorts 2025

Q: How long is the ferry from Singapore to Bintan?

A: The fast ferry from Tanah Merah to Bandar Bentan Telani typically takes about 1 hour 10 minutes. Allow extra time for immigration on both sides.

Q: Do I need a visa to visit Bintan?

A: Visa requirements vary by nationality. Many travellers can obtain visa on arrival or use the e‑arrival process introduced in 2025 — always check the latest Indonesian immigration guidance before travel.

Q: Can I play golf on the same day I arrive?

A: Yes — if you arrive on an early ferry and have transfers ready, you can typically tee off the same day (book your tee time in advance). For an afternoon ferry arrival, plan to play the next morning.

Q: Are golf stay‑and‑play packages available?

A: Yes — look for packages that bundle ferry, transfer, hotel and green fee. They offer convenience and often better value than booking each item separately.

Final tips for Singapore golfers

• Book everything early for public holiday weekends (tee times + ferry + hotel).
• Check whether your package includes golf carts, caddies, taxes and e‑arrival requirements.
• If you travel with clubs, pack them in a hard case and reconfirm baggage rules with the ferry operator.

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