The Ultimate Stay & Play Golf Escapes in the South Pacific

We could tell you these golf resorts are a “hole-in-one” or that they’re “above par,” but let’s be honest - those puns have been used more times than you’ve three-putted a par five. Instead, let’s talk about what really matters: spectacular courses, jaw-dropping locations, and resorts so good you’ll miss your tee-off time just to spend more time in them (we won’t judge). Welcome to the best golf escapes in the South Pacific.

Cape Kidnappers – Where Cliffs Meet the Green

If you’re looking for a golf course that takes your breath away (literally - the elevation is no joke), Cape Kidnappers is your spot. Designed by Tom Doak and currently sitting pretty at #17 in Golf Digest’s Top 100, this world-class course delivers rolling fairways, deep ravines, and cliff-hugging greens. After conquering the course, retreat to the lodge, where elevated farmhouse charm and next-level comfort set the stage for some well-earned R&R.

The Hills & Lodge at The Hills – Queenstown’s Crown Jewel

A private championship course with scenery so spectacular it could distract even the most seasoned pro? Welcome to The Hills. Seasoned host to the New Zealand Open, this exclusive club delivers immaculate fairways, sculptural art installations, and a true test of skill. Staying at Lodge at The Hills means total privacy, with a full team of staff, an award-winning chef, and luxurious, thoughtful interiors.

Te Arai Links

Home to two Top 100-ranked courses—Tom Doak’s North and Coore & Crenshaw’s South - there’s no shortage of sensational golfing here. Fast fescue, rolling dunes, and sweeping ocean views make every round unforgettable. And for the non-golfers in your crew? World-class dining, luxurious suites, and a spa that’ll have them forgetting they were ever dragged on a golf trip in the first place.

Kauri Cliffs – The OG of South Pacific Golf Resorts

You simply can’t beat a classic, and Kauri Cliffs lives up to its long-standing incredible reputation. Designed by David Harman and spread across 7,139 yards of cliffside perfection, this course is as challenging as it is mesmerising. With 15 holes offering panoramic Pacific views (six daringly perched on the edge of the cliffs), you might find it hard to keep your eye on the ball. After a day of navigating the rugged terrain, retreat to the lodge, where every suite offers peace, privacy, and a front-row seat to one of New Zealand’s most spectacular landscapes.

qualia – Luxury Golf Meets Island Bliss

Set on Hamilton Island, qualia is the epitome of barefoot luxury, and just a short boat or chopper ride away lies Hamilton Island Golf Club - Australia’s only championship course on its own island. Designed by five-time British Open winner Peter Thomson, this course takes full advantage of the Whitsundays’ jaw-dropping scenery, making every round a dream. After a day navigating the fairways, kick back at qualia with a massage, a plunge pool, and world-class dining.

Laucala – Golfing in Private Island Paradise

Fiji’s most exclusive private island just so happens to be home to one of the most beautiful golf courses on the planet. Designed by David McLay Kidd, this 18-hole championship course weaves through coconut plantations, dramatic mountains, and even onto the beach - the signature par-5 12th hole plays straight onto the sand. And when you’re not playing? You’re lounging in one of Laucala’s impossibly luxe villas, sipping cocktails crafted from ingredients grown right on the island. Tough life, huh?

The Ultimate 14-Day New Zealand Golf Tour

Still can’t decide? Why not play them all? A two-week luxury golf odyssey across New Zealand takes you from the North Island’s iconic cliffside courses to Queenstown’s alpine fairways, with private heli-transfers, five-star lodges, and exclusive experiences at every stop. Whether you’re teeing off at Kauri Cliffs, tackling Cape Kidnappers, or soaking in the scenery at The Hills, this is bucket-list golf at its finest.

So, pack your clubs, book the trip, and get ready for the best rounds of your life - both on the course and at the resort bar afterward.