West at Cypress Golf & Resort

The West Course at Cypress Golf & Resort occupies terrain on Jeju Island near Seogwipo, where volcanic topography and coastal winds shape the playing experience. Designed by a member of the Dye family—known for bold bunkering, dramatic contours, and strategic design—the course reflects the architectural principles associated with that lineage. Jeju's basalt rock formations and native vegetation provide a distinctive setting that differentiates the island's golf courses from those on the Korean mainland.

The routing takes advantage of elevation changes common to Jeju's volcanic landscape, with holes that move through rolling terrain and offer views toward the island's interior or coastline depending on location within the property. Dye design characteristics typically include forced carries, prominent waste areas, and greens with significant undulation that reward precise approach play. The course serves both resort guests and members, fitting within Jeju's broader development as a golf destination that attracts players from throughout East Asia.

Cypress Golf & Resort operates multiple courses on the property, with the West Course representing one component of the facility's overall offering. Jeju's climate allows for year-round play, though seasonal wind patterns—particularly in autumn and winter—add considerable challenge to club selection and shot execution. The course reflects the island's evolution as a golf hub over the past two decades, combining international design standards with the unique environmental conditions that define golf on Jeju.