Golfasian - Asian Golf Holiday Experts in Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, Laos & Myanmar

Penang Golf Resort, West Course


18 holes par 72 (6247 meters)

Penang Golf Resort, West Course Information

Designer:  Graham Marsh
Holes / Par / Yardage:  18 holes par 72 (6247 meters)
Established:  1995
Location:  

Seberang Perai Utara, Penang

Distance:  

21 kilometers from Penang and 15 kilometers from Butterworth

Closed on:  Open everyday
Max. golfers per group:  Weekday: 4
Weekend: 4
Golf Cart:  Included
Golf Set:  MYR 50
Golf Shoes:  MYR 20
Umbrella:  MYR 10
Driving Range:  Yes
Facilities:  Golf School, Restaurants
Penang Golf Resort, West Course Description:
(exciting layout that rewards strategy over distance)

Penang Golf Resort is a 36-hole golf resort nestled within the master plan of a new township located in Seberang Perai Utara, Penang and 21 kilometers from Penang city center.

Designed by Graham Marsh, this large and expansive tract of former palm oil plantation has been transformed into two very similar championship layouts - the East and West Courses - promoted as Malaysia's Jewel in the North.

Plenty of earth mounding, numerous stylishly designed bunkers, a handful of water hazards, contoured fairways and a light scattering of trees breaks up the essential flatness of the terrain. As you look across the open parkland, there are golf holes just about as far as the eye can see, although once on the course you'll be surprised how much space there is between them, and how 'intrusions' from other fairways are rare.

The good-width fairways (sometimes generously wide) and light semi-rough give the course an easy-going feel from the tee, but care will be needed on the approach shots, particularly with water present at the close of both the front and back nine.

This course is an impressive display of fairways, roughs and tees turfed with fresh Zoysia, and Bermuda for greens. High playability is guaranteed at all times with the installation of a special drainage system on the course.

The par 72 West Course threatens the back nine as there are a number of lakes present. The short par 3, 8th hole at only 164 meters looks easy but teeing shot may prove a watery problem. As on the East course, a bit of traffic noise can be heard from the North-South highway, especially when it skirts alongside the par-5 13th. The heavily bunkered 17th is an excellent par-3, also protected by water on the right. Water also poses most of the questions on the left to right dog-legging par-5 18th.

The Penang Golf Resort West Course offers an overall good golfing experience in Penang. The shared clubhouse includes a well-stocked pro shop as well as two restaurants. The local Penang food dishes and traditional Chinese fare are highly recommended.



Penang Golf Resort, West Course Photos:
Penang Golf Resort, West Course - Layout
Layout
  Penang Golf Resort, West Course - Fairway
Fairway
Penang Golf Resort, West Course - Green
Green
Penang Golf Resort, West Course - Clubhouse
Clubhouse
Penang Golf Resort, West Course Scorecard:
Penang Golf Resort, West Course - Scorecard

You can also combine this golf course with other courses for your next golf holiday.

Penang Golf Resort, West Course Photo Gallery

Have you played golf at the Penang Golf Resort, West Course and took some nice photos that you would like to share with other golfers? Send them to us and we may upload them here. Thank you in advance!

Penang Golf Resort, West Course Map

click here if you want to reload or didn't see the map

Penang Golf Resort, West Course Reviews & Comments

Add your Penang Golf Resort, West Course reviews & comments:
Please, type the letters on the left:
3127

Penang Golf Resort, West Course Tee Time | Online Booking | Request a Free and Non-Obligatory Quote

General Information:

Please contact us at webinquiry(at)golfasian.com if you prefer to send us an email or are having trouble with the form.

Your Contact Details:

Check Tee-time availability

  • These may interest you:

    • Just back from a 4 night trip to Phuket for 54 holes of golf, at Blue Canyon (Lakes Course), Laguna and Loch Palm. All fantastically organised (flights excluded) by Win. We started with 7 people went down to 5 and then back up to six, and then 1 departing a day early. All the changes were handled smoothly and with out complaint by the Golfasian team. From arrival to departure everything was smooth and on time. I've already recommended their services to another group looking for a trip later in the year. This group will be back again. Thank you to all involved.
      Ian Dixon Avatar
      Ian Dixon
    • We used them for a trip to Siem Reap and the service was fantastic. Reasonable prices and great experience. Highly recommend.
      Gregory Lamont Avatar
      Gregory Lamont
    • Just finished two wonderful weeks of golf in Thailand organized by Golf Asia. Incredible courses in both Hua Hin & Chaing Mai. Black Mountain and Banyon are outstanding. Ian Morgan in Hua Hin was a complete professional and had a chance to stop by so we could meet him.
      Definitely recommended as a complete turn-key service. Caddies are new to us but great aspect of golf in Thailand.
      Bill Donahue Avatar
      Bill Donahue
    • We have used Golf Asian for 7 years in a row for our ASIAN Golf Trips, we have played Thailand 4 times, Vietnam, and Indonesia twice

      Their service is of the highest quality, their knowledge of the market is second to none, and most importantly their staff, we have dealt with Lit extensively and she is amazing, and so are all the other staff, including the drivers, and airport meet and greet staff

      Most importantly the value for money you get is second to none

      Keep up the good work

      Will use them again next year
      Joseph R Peries Avatar
      Joseph R Peries
    • Excellent service. Quick responds and good recommendation of courses.
      Robert Lee Avatar
      Robert Lee
    • Just come back from a Golfing holiday in Pattaya, incorporating the annual Ryder Cup event. Everything was great, prompt pick ups , friendly drivers. Had a problem when I picked the wrong set of clubs up from the airport, expertly sorted out by Mark and Becky in the office. Thanks again, highly recommended
      Nick Adams Avatar
      Nick Adams
    • Fantastic company. Even as a golf professional, I was welcomed warmly and the trip was flawless!
      Mark Snooks Avatar
      Mark Snooks
    • We just had a 5 days and 4 rounds golf tour at Danang city. It is a beautiful city with white &long beach, delicious food, attractions and kind people.

      The links golf courses are magnificent and challenge. We really enjoyed the game and Golfasian well arranged all the related. We strongly recommend visiting and golfing in Vietnam through Golfasian.
      Alex Lee Avatar
      Alex Lee
    • We have done a few trips with Golfasian in Vietnam and it was simply brilliant. From the overall organization, to the Tee-Times up to transportation. I can highly recommend Golfasian.
      Manuel Gutierrez Avatar
      Manuel Gutierrez
    • Used Golfasian to organize a 2 week trip for 6 people - 3 golfers and 3 non-golfers, travelling to 4 different parts of Thailand and playing 7 different courses. We were very, very impressed by the level of service we received. Had to make a couple of changes along the way and everyone we dealt with was very accommodating. Overall a wonderful experience. I would have no hesitation in recommending them to anyone and will personally be using them again in the future.
      Dave Blumgart Avatar
      Dave Blumgart
  • Sign up for the latest Asian Golf News

    Breaking news, cool tips, great resources... Sign up for our FREE Golf In Asia Newsletter!
  •   How to Plan Your Dream Golf Holiday

    Learn How to Plan Your Golf Holiday to Asia...

    Want to put together an unforgettable Asian golf holiday? Learn everything needed with this FREE 6-step trip planner.

    ×