Simulation golf in a private room suits anyone from a player who wants to practise unobserved to a couple or a host who values the conversation.
Do not decide on the word "private" alone: compare how the room is enclosed, what it contains, what it costs, and how many fit comfortably.
Know the difference between fully and semi-private
A fully private room is closed off by walls and a door, which makes privacy straightforward. A semi-private room feels open and is easier to use casually.
Business entertaining and anniversaries call for fully private; a relaxed evening with friends for semi-private. Choose by the quiet you actually need.
Check the capacity and the swing space
The maximum is how many can be in the room, not how many can sit comfortably. Check the arrangement of the seats and the table.
If anyone plays left-handed, tell the venue when you book: both swings need their own clearance, and not every booth supports it.
Compare what is in the room
Beyond the simulator, check the sofas, the monitor, karaoke, the air conditioning and where luggage goes.
If clubs, gloves and shoes can be borrowed, you can use it mid-sightseeing or between dinner and the rest of the evening, with nothing in hand.
- The simulator
- Left-handed support
- Seating and tables
- Rental equipment
Look at the catering and the pricing
Check whether food and drink are allowed in the room, how you order, and where drinks are set down. Keeping glasses out of the hitting area matters.
Compare on the total: the room charge, the per-person charge, food and drink, the service charge and any extension.
Golf in a fully private room in Gion
The VIP room at Gion Country Club is a fully private room for up to ten guests, with simulation golf that supports left-handed play.
There are sofas and DAM karaoke as well, so it works for business entertaining and after-parties, not only practice. Book your date early.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use private-room golf in Kyoto alone?
That depends on the venue and the plan. Check any minimum number of guests and the room's minimum charge.
Can a left-handed player play in a private room?
Left-handed support differs from room to room. Always confirm it when you book.
Can companions who do not play come into the room?
That depends on the venue's terms. Check the seating capacity and the price before booking.