The 12-golf-course complex, covering approximately 950 ha in Ha Long, Quang Ninh, is being developed as part of the large-scale urban and resort destination Vinhomes Global Gate Ha Long. As of August 2026, the wider development has entered the construction phase, while the golf complex itself remains under development within the approved master plan.
How Is the 950-Ha, 12-Golf–Course Project Being Developed?
The golf complex is planned to include 12 courses across approximately 950 ha, integrated into a wider ecosystem of urban development, resorts, leisure and tourism in Ha Long, Quang Ninh.
Its significance to Vietnam’s golf market lies not simply in adding new golf courses, but in creating a destination combining golf, hospitality, leisure and tourism.
The development is planned to include high-end amenities such as resorts, golf club facilities and a PGA Golf Academy, creating a broader ecosystem around the golf experience.
Latest Development Progress as of August 2026
The wider project officially broke ground in December 2025. Throughout 2026, multiple areas of the development have moved into active construction, including land preparation, infrastructure, internal roads and several functional zones.
Recent updates show construction activity across multiple parts of the project, with internal road networks, technical infrastructure and initial development works taking shape.
Construction progress at Vinhomes Global Gate Ha Long (Source: Vinhomes Market)
Vinhomes Global Gate Ha Long: A Mega Development Shaping a New Destination in Northern Vietnam
The key significance of the golf complex is that the 12 courses are not being developed as standalone facilities. They form part of Vinhomes Global Gate Ha Long, a 6,206-ha integrated development stretching from Tuan Chau to Quang Yen. The project is planned as a large-scale ecosystem combining urban development, tourism, hospitality, retail, entertainment, sports and MICE, with hotels, resorts, commercial areas and leisure facilities. Within this ecosystem, the approximately 950-ha golf complex is planned alongside a PGA Golf Academy and other premium amenities.
The project is also designed around connectivity between Ha Long, Hanoi, Hai Phong and other major economic centers in Northern Vietnam. A planned high-speed rail connection is expected to significantly shorten travel time between Hanoi and Ha Long once operational. Combined with existing expressways and access to regional airports, improved connectivity could support Ha Long’s transition from a primarily sightseeing destination toward a destination capable of attracting longer-stay leisure and golf travelers.
Project Rendering of Vinhomes Global Gate Ha Long (Vinhomes Market)
What Could 12 Golf Courses Mean for the Golf & Hospitality Market?
For golf and hospitality managers, the value of the 12-course complex goes beyond simply adding new golf supply. Its greater significance lies in the potential to establish Ha Long as a large-scale golf destination. When golf is integrated with hotels, resorts, F&B, entertainment and MICE, golfers can generate value across multiple services throughout the same journey rather than spending primarily on the golf experience. This is particularly relevant to Ha Long, which already benefits from the global appeal of Ha Long Bay and a growing hospitality ecosystem.
From a commercial perspective, the development could create opportunities for golf resorts, golf-led MICE, multi-day golf itineraries and integrated golf experiences, potentially increasing both length of stay and guest spending. Key implications for the Northern Vietnam golf and hospitality market include:
- Access to higher-value visitors: Golf could become an additional reason for international travelers to stay longer in Ha Long rather than making short visits.
- A broader hospitality ecosystem: One golfer can generate revenue across golf, hotels, F&B, transportation, entertainment and tourism services.
- A shift in competitive advantage: As golf supply expands, destinations will compete not only on course quality, but also on their ability to create compelling experiences and connect with international demand.
For Golf and Hospitality Managers, the key consideration is therefore not simply the construction of 12 golf courses, but how effectively the development connects golf, accommodation, experiences, MICE and tourism to create a destination capable of keeping visitors longer and generating greater value per trip.
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Information & Image Source: Vinhomes Market (https://market.vinhomes.vn/blog/tien-do-vinhomes-global-gate-ha-long?)
