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Designed by the legendary Japanese professional golfer Jumbo Ozaki and the renowned golf course architect Kentaro Sato, the layout has stood the test of time, and is as much of a challenge today as it was when first opened. Templer Park is easily accessible by a 45-minute drive from most Kuala Lumpur hotels and resorts.

Glenmarie Golf and Country Club is about a half hour's drive from the Kuala Lumpur airport and is one of the main golf courses in the Klang Valley. Glenmarie is regarded as one of the top-10 golf courses in Malaysia, with good conditioning and lovely, ornate landscaping.

It was once the Glenmarie Rubber Estates, where oil palm was produced, but now it is a semi-private Kuala Lumpur golf course with nice facilities, locker rooms, sauna, and on-site golf academy. The old rubber estate makes for excellent golf terrain, with rolling hills and some nice, moderate elevation changes. There are relatively open interiors on the two courses, with fairways bordered by a mix of Malaysian and of course oil palm trees.

Glenmarie is designed by American Max Wexler and features two 18-hole courses, both similar in style, but with contrasting landscapes. The Garden Course at 6,432 meters is a little longer than the Valley Course, which measures 6,325 meters. Golf carts are compulsory while caddies are optional on both courses.

The Garden Course has rich flora and fauna with a diversity of palms and flowering shrubs. A large lake plays home to migrating and local birds.  Watch out for the swans, especially the black and white ones swimming on the lake. The Garden Course has undergone a recent renovation of its greens plus several changes to bunkers, tee-boxes, and fairways. The 2010 renovation exercise made the Garden Course more challenging.

Gently sloping down to some small lakes in its lower sections, the almost bowl-like terrain of the Garden Course creates an open feel too. In this relatively free environment, the holes are well-spaced, rarely if ever intruding on each other. The opening two holes on the Garden Course may have you thinking that water will be a constant threat, but don't worry. Only two further holes, the par-4 5th and short, snaking par-5 12th have water seriously in play. Much of the challenge here comes from judging your approach shots into large, fast and undulating greens while staying out of quite deep and abundant greenside bunkers.

The Valley Course features hundreds of pine trees on a narrow course with spectacular views in a parkland setting. Water comes into play and sprawls over the hills on the Valley Course which enhances its beauty. Most holes on the constantly undulating Valley Course are arranged on either side of a picturesque man-made lake, in an area which winds its way along the valley floor.

You may think that will make for a watery round, but water only comes dangerously into play on about five or six holes. The par-5 4th presents the most significant water challenge, with a creek to avoid from your tee-shot and an island green to hit before you get the chance to putt-out. This hole, together with the 3rd and 5th play on the other side of the expressway. Rather than the presence of water, it is more likely that the elevation changes will challenge newcomers, especially with a few narrow fairways and some blind tee and approach shots to make.

Much tree planting has given parts of the Valley Course an almost orchard like feel, although only around the course perimeter does the flora become thick enough to make ball finding a problem. With greenside bunkers set quite well back from the often flattish and circular greens, clinging semi-rough around the greens is the main 'hazard' to avoid.

In addition to golf, Glenmarie offers a variety of sports and recreational activities, including an Olympic-sized swimming pool, tennis courts, squash courts, fitness center, and even children's areas.

Nestled in the heart of Malaysia’s vibrant capital, the East Course at Kuala Lumpur Golf & Country Club (KLGCC) is a golfer’s haven that seamlessly blends championship-level challenge with lush, tropical beauty. Renowned for its strategic layout, the East Course offers a distinctly different experience from its sibling West Course, with undulating fairways, precision-demanding doglegs, and immaculately conditioned greens that test golfers of all levels. Mature trees frame every hole, while sparkling lakes and artfully placed bunkers create both a visual feast and a true test of course management. The design rewards smart play and accuracy, making every round an exciting journey through one of Asia’s most acclaimed golfing venues.

Off the course, golfers enjoy world-class facilities including a luxurious clubhouse, modern locker rooms, and outstanding dining options with panoramic views of the fairways. Professional caddies and attentive staff ensure every detail of your visit is taken care of, from arrival to the final putt. Whether you’re honing your skills on the driving range or relaxing after a challenging round, Kuala Lumpur Golf & Country Club’s East Course delivers an unforgettable golf experience, perfect for both competitive players and those seeking a memorable day amid serene natural surroundings right in Kuala Lumpur’s urban heart.

Set within the township of Kota Kemuning, Kota Permai Golf & Country Club has impressed Malaysia golf visitors since its opening in 1998. The 18-hole Kota Permai championship course designed by top international architect, Ross Watson and is one of the best golf courses in Asia.

Bearing testimony to the top status of Kota Permai Golf & Country Club is its impressive portfolio of professional golf championships. From 1998 to 2002 and once again in 2004, Kota Permai hosted the Asian Tour Volvo Masters. Kota Permai was the venue for qualifying event for the World Cup of Golf in 2007. The next year Kota Permai provided a worthy battleground for the co-sanctioned European Tour Malaysian Open.

With success comes recognition and, over the years, Kota Permai has earned numerous awards including Malaysia's Number One Golf Course and Most Beautiful Hole by Golf Malaysia magazine in 2001/2002/2004/2005/2006. And it did not stop there - in Golf Malaysia magazine's readers' poll 2007/2008, Kota Permai voted the country's Best Golf Course. In 2008, Kota Permai was named as the Best Golf & Country Club of the Year in the Hospitality Asia Platinum Awards.

The Kota Permai layout is challenging yet fair, with playing options for all levels of golfers.  The design is in harmony with nature and reflected in the wildlife and mature trees found throughout the golf course. The course measures 6,396 meters from the tips and this Kuala Lumpur golf course features a tantalizing mix of straight holes and doglegs, while scenic water hazards and sculptured bunkering add form and challenge to play. To ensure that a round of golf at Kota Permai is always a rewarding experience, the Japanese Zoysia fairways, and undulating Bermuda grass greens are always maintained to the highest standards.

Notable holes include the par-4 second hole. The second is the most beautiful hole on the golf course. With a water hazard stretching along the left of the fairway and snaking to the front of the green, two solid shots are needed to hit the green. Fairway bunkers placed strategically, and the approach landing area on the fairway is blind from the tee box. An added attraction is a large rendition of a squirrel, the course’s logo on the left side of the fairway as you approach the green.

The 408 meters fifteenth par-4 is index two and requires a long and accurate drive as out of bounds and bunkers lurk on the right and a watery grave on the left. The finishing hole is a superb, 517 meter par-5. From the elevated tee box, golfers get by a panoramic view where the magnificent clubhouse provides the backdrop from a distance. Strategically placed bunkers on the fairway and by the green ensure a tough finish to the round.

In 2004, Kota Permai Golf & Country Club completed renovations included greens rebuilding to United States Golf (USGA) specifications, upgrading of tee boxes, adding more vertical railway-sleepers to the bunkers, and expanding the clubhouse. Facilities on offer include two-tier driving range, excellent practice greens for chipping, putting and bunker play, plus a golf academy. Facilities are on par with other world-renowned golf courses.

Kota Permai is a superb golf course and a beautiful place to spend a Malaysia golf holiday. Factor in the proximity to downtown Kula Lumpur and this could well be the best golf course in Malaysia.

Often mentioned as an all-inclusive golf resort, Staffield Country Resort offers a variety of leisure activities centered on the Graham Marsh and Ross Watson-designed 27-hole golf course. The resort is located almost 1 hour from Kuala Lumpur city center or slightly shorter from the airport.

With 27 perfectly designed holes, Nilai Springs Golf & Country Club is a decent golf course. The championship course - a combination of 3 nines, namely Mango, Island, and Pines - is specially created for golfers who wish to take their golfing skills to the limit. The generously spread water hazards and narrow fairways accentuated by tricky bunkers will be a real test for golfers hoping to achieve pars and birdies.