Amber Hills Golf Course

About

Amber Hills Golf & Resort lies in Tien Phong Commune, Yen Dung District, Bac Giang Province, approximately 60 minutes from Hanoi. Set against the Nham Bien mountain range, the course offers panoramic views of the Northern Delta countryside, with its natural mountain contours providing a serene backdrop throughout the round. Designed by Paul Albanese of Albanese & Lutzke Inc., the 18-hole, par-72 course stretches 7,203 yards from the back tees. The layout utilizes the area's natural slopes, incorporating strategic bunkers and water hazards to create diverse and challenging holes. Notably, the par-3 13th hole features a dramatic 40-meter drop from tee to green, demanding precise club selection and control. The course's mountainous terrain and varying wind conditions add complexity to each round, requiring thoughtful shot-making and adaptability.

Course details

• Championship
• Mountain
• 18 Holes
• Par 72
• 5,968 yards
• Designed by Paul Albanese
• Established in 2017

Amenities

• Practice Facilities
• Lessons
• Restaurant
• Caddies
• Driving Range
• Golf Carts
• Club Rental
• Shoes Rental
• Locker Rooms
• Golf Shop
• Club House

Course guide

Front

Back

Hole 1 · Par 4

The first tee serves as a "handshake," welcoming players to the golf course. This opening hole offers a straightforward and accessible introduction: simply avoid the bunkers and aim for the right side of the fairway to secure the best position for approaching the green.

Hole 2 · Par 4

The key to this par-4 hole—rated as the 4th most difficult on the course—lies in the tee shot. It is a particularly challenging hole, as water seems to be everywhere. While the landing area is well within reach, the tee shot demands both composure and precision. Opting for a safer line toward the right will only result in a longer and more difficult approach shot to the green.

Hole 3 · Par 5

This par 5 hole is like a children’s rollercoaster: it drops sharply off the tee, only to climb significantly as you approach the green. Players bold enough to challenge the bunkers with their tee shot will have the best chance of navigating the line of bunkers that stretches across the fairway for their second shot. The more bunkers you manage to clear, the easier your approach to the green becomes.

Hole 4 · Par 3

Inspired by the sacred turtle—a revered figure in Vietnamese culture—this green is artfully positioned along the edge of a lake. The green itself represents the turtle’s shell, while five surrounding bunkers symbolize its head and four legs; the entire feature appears as if a turtle has just emerged from the water. Players must not only account for changes in elevation but also carefully anticipate the ball’s movement and curvature upon landing. Opting for a "safe" play to the left risks landing the ball in a bunker, leaving the player to face a daunting bunker shot—one that points directly toward the lake.

Hole 5 · Par 4

This short par 4 is a classic "dogleg" hole—featuring a fairway that bends at a near 90-degree angle around a body of water. Players must decide how aggressively to challenge the water’s edge with their tee shot, aiming to get the ball as close to the pin as possible while remaining safe. Make the right choice and execute an ideal tee shot, and the subsequent approach to the green becomes remarkably straightforward.

Hole 6 · Par 3

While the views from the tee boxes can be distracting, this downhill par-3 hole demands a precise judgment of elevation to ensure the ball lands and comes to rest in an optimal position. With a water hazard situated just beyond the green, players must select the right club while carefully gauging both the direction and speed of the wind.

Hole 7 · Par 4

The ideal tee shot features a ball flight that curves from right to left, clearing the bunker located on the left side of the fairway. From this position, the player enjoys a clear view and an unobstructed approach to the green. The further to the right the tee shot lands, the more difficult the subsequent approach shot becomes, as it must then clear the bunker guarding the right side of the green.

Hole 8 · Par 5

On this hole, the closer your tee shot gets to the dry creek crossing the fairway, the better. A long drive will give you the chance to reach the green in two strokes. If your tee shot is more conservative, you will need to watch out for the bunker on the right when playing your second shot.

Hole 9 · Par 4

When teeing off, stay close to the bunker on the left to secure the best angle for your approach shot to the green. If you play too conservatively to the right, your approach shot will have to carry over a water hazard.

Hole 10 · Par 4

A tee shot hit against the slope will result in the landing area being obscured from view. Given the steep incline along the entire right side of the hole, players should aim their drive to the right of the rock formation to direct the ball toward the left side of the fairway. As this hole features a very long green, selecting the correct club for your approach shot is essential.

Hole 11 · Par 5

Driving the ball past the bunker on the left side of the fairway offers the best opportunity to reach the pin with a second shot that carries over the dry creek. If you choose to lay up short of the creek, carefully consider the width of the fairway in your intended landing area.

Hole 12 · Par 4

The best approach to the green is from the left side of the fairway. However, avoid hitting into the bunkers on the left, as an approach shot from there will be very difficult due to the green sloping from left to right.

Hole 13 · Par 3

This is the shortest par 3 on the course, but do not let your guard down. Landing on the green—or playing short and to the right—will give you a chance to save par; however, ending up in any of the deep surrounding bunkers will make saving par very difficult.

Hole 14 · Par 4

The ideal tee shot cuts across the right edge of the fairway. Be sure to avoid the bunkers on the right and the small pond located just beyond them. A sufficiently long drive will land on a downward-sloping section of the fairway, allowing the ball to roll toward the green and leaving the player with a very short, straightforward approach shot. A low-running chip is a smart choice to avoid hitting the ball past the green.

Hole 15 · Par 4

On this long par 4, the closer your tee shot lands to the water hazard on the left, the shorter your approach shot to the green will be. Conversely, if you play it safe to the right to avoid the water, you will be left with a long and difficult approach. When playing toward the pin, carefully calculate your landing spot to take advantage of the slopes surrounding the green.

Hole 16 · Par 4

On this short par 4, a straight drive toward the green offers a chance for an eagle. Alternatively, players can choose to lay up short of the fairway bunker and then execute a precise approach shot to the green. The area behind the green features a steep slope, making distance control crucial.

Hole 17 · Par 3

An island green surrounded by water always makes for a challenging tee shot, so don’t hesitate to aim for the center of the green. On this slightly sloped green, landing the ball safely on the putting surface is far more important than trying to get it close to the pin.

Hole 18 · Par 5

With hazards lining the entire left side of the hole, it is crucial to hit straight into the fairway with both of your opening shots. Aim for the widest part of the fairway to give yourself the best chance at a par on this long and challenging par 5. With a water hazard on the left and a bunker on the right, your approach shot to the green must also be highly precise to successfully navigate the hole. If you prefer to play it safe, aim for the right side of the green and then chip the ball toward the pin.