10 BEST GOLF COURSES IN MALAYSIA
Kuala Lumpur Golf & Country Club
Nestled in the lush greenery and a hilltop setting of Bukit Kiara, TPC Kuala Lumpur is a premier golf and country club. It is one of the best golf courses in KL and is situated right at the heart of Kuala Lumpur.
The main attraction of TPC KL is its green getaway which helps the golfers to escape from their monotonous life. Other than the scenic beauty, TPC KL also hosted the CIMB Classic and Sime Darby LPGA.
Par 72 | Length 6040 yards | Course Rating 70.0 | Slope Rating 113
Saujana Golf & Country Club
Establishing itself as the No. 1 golf club in Malaysia is the Saujana Golf & Country Club. They were made up of rolling hills and tranquil lakes with two internationally renowned golf facilities – the Palm Course and the Bunga Raya Course – both designed by Ronald Fream. They are hosting Maybank Championship every year.
Saujana Golf & Country Club has two golf courses each having an 18-hole par 72. Palm course is the star of SGCC among these two courses. Though Bunga Raya is not the star it’s also quite famous among the golfers for its longevity and layouts.
Par 72 | Length 6610 yards | Course Rating 73.0 | Slope Rating 140
The Mines Resort And Golf Club
The Mines Resort and Golf Club is undoubtedly one of the best golf courses in Selangor, Malaysia. If you are coming from Kuala Lumpur International Airport it will take you a 45-minute drive to get there. This 18-hole par 72 golf course won several awards including – The top 100 Course, the Number 2 Course in Malaysia, and the Top 10 Course in Asia.
They also hosted various professional events like the World Cup of Golf in 1997, the Kuala Lumpur Open, The KL SEA Games 2017, etc.
Par 72 | Length 5749 yards | Course Rating 70.6 | Slope Rating 126
The Els Club, Desaru Coast
This golf course is situated in the South East Peninsular Malaysia, just a 1-hour drive from downtown Johor and 1 hour 45 minutes from Singapore if you choose to take the road. Desaru Coast has two golf courses- the Ocean Course and the Valley Course. The Ocean course was designed by Ernie Els in 2016, whereas the Valley course was designed by Vijay Singh and later jointly developed by Ernie Els in 2017.
In both the courses, you will get some high-risk-reward shots where appropriate club selection is a must. They both provide challenges for all skill levels.
Par 72 | Length 6902 yards | Course Rating 72.8 | Slope Rating 134
Kota Permai Golf & Country Club
Kota Permai Golf & Country Club opened in 1998 in Kota Kemuning. Before this, Kota Kemuning was not particularly known as a great golfing place. But, when Kota Permai Golf & Country Club opened with its 18-hole Kota Permai championship course designed by top international architect Ross Watson. It has drawn golfers by the droves, garnering a reputation among Malaysia’s golfing community.
It is considered to be one of the best golf courses in Kuala Lumpur and also in Asia. Mainly because KPGCC has an extensive portfolio of professional golf championships and events.
Par 72 | Length 5996 yards | Course Rating 71.0 | Slope Rating 125
The ELS Club, Teluk Datai
The Els Club is one of the most extravagant golf courses in Malaysia. It consists of 18 holes with par 72. The club came in 83rd in the world for the top 100 greatest golf courses in the world. If you’re planning on visiting The Els Club, it’s only a 40 minutes drive from the Langkawi International Airport. The Els offers an ocean view with a beautiful mountain and rainforest backdrop.
Par 72 | Length 6031 yards | Course Rating 69.6 | Slope Rating 118
The Royal Selangor Golf Club
Founded in 1893, The Royal Selangor Golf Club is best known for its acronym and illustrious history. RSGC offers an incredible view of the city center and a panoramic landscape of the city’s skyline from the 45 hole parkland course.
This golf course is not only one of the oldest but also the founding ground of golf in Malaysia. Located in the ‘Golden Triangle’ of Kuala Lumpur City Center and only 30 minutes away from Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
Par 72 | Length 6742 yards | Course Rating 72.3 | Slope Rating 126
Glenmarie Golf & Country Club
Since its establishment in 1993, the Glenmarie & Country Club has come a long way and is currently renowned as one of the best golf courses in Kuala Lumpur. Once you get a glimpse of the GGCC, the reasons for its fame become crystal clear. Because GGCC’S had created a new benchmark for the state-of-the-art maintenance processes, which its owner the DRB-HICOM Group have put in place.
It sure helps to ensure that the club exceeds expectations time and time again especially the drainage system. They can start resume just minutes after a heavy downpour since it is so advance. It certainly seems that no expense has been spared in helping to ensure that the most up-to-date machinery is used at all times.
Par 72 | Length 5916 yards | Course Rating 70.5 | Slope Rating 128
Tiara Melaka Golf & Country Club
Tiara Melaka Golf & Country Club is located in Ayer Keroh in Malaysia. This course was designed by Nelson, Wright and Hayworth and established in 2001. Once you are in Tiara golf course you will be stunned by the natural jungle vibe of this golf course. The golf club offers three golf courses, meaning golfers can choose between 9-hole challenges among their Lake course, the Woodland course and the Meadow course. All of these three courses have been designed differently so that the golfers can have different platforms while playing.
Par 72 | Length 5913 yards | Course Rating 72.0 | Slope Rating 136
Horizon Hills Golf and Country Club
Horizon Hills is one of the most modern and hidden jewels among all the golf courses in Johor. It was established in 2008 and was designed by Ross Watson. This golf course is sitting in the heart of Nusajaya with 1,200 hectares.
Around the years they have brought many changes to the course between their tee and green. If you are a golf lover Horizon hills is one of the golf courses which can be included into any playlist while golfing in Johor.
Par 72 | Length 5921 yards | Course Rating 71.9 | Slope Rating 134
