99 East Golf Club is a Ross Watson–designed 18-hole championship course blending Australian/Scottish links inspiration with distinctly Malaysian rice-terrace landscapes. Set between Kuah and Pantai Cenang, the routing stretches 7,330 yards across rolling hills, orchard valleys, wetlands, and elevated vantage points overlooking the Andaman Sea. The first five holes climb to the course’s highest ridge before descending through forested slopes toward lakes and rice terraces. Fairways use Zeon Zoysia and TifEagle greens, supported by Troon Golf maintenance standards. Although only nine refurbished holes are currently open, the course remains visually striking with panoramic island views. Facilities include a temporary pro shop at Fat Frog, driving range, putting green, club rentals, and dining at the Fat Frog café.
Gunung Raya Golf Resort is an 18-hole, par-72 championship course designed by Max Wexler, built across 300 acres of former rubber plantation at the base of Langkawi’s tallest mountain. Playing 6,377 meters, the course features wide Bermuda fairways, elevated tees with panoramic mountain views, and strategic bunkering across gently rolling valley terrain. The front nine offers generous corridors ideal for resort golfers, while the back nine introduces more water hazards, including the demanding 500-meter par-5 10th bordered by water left and a ridge right. The closing 18th plays uphill to an elevated green requiring a precise lofted approach. Facilities include a clubhouse café and patio, driving range, putting green, showers, lockers, and a golf shop.
The Els Club Teluk Datai is an 18-hole Ernie Els championship layout renowned for its rainforest setting, coastal vistas, and unique bunker-less design. Stretching 6,750 yards, the course weaves through a 10-million-year-old rainforest, streams, and natural contours before revealing five spectacular seaside holes overlooking the Andaman Sea. Strategic challenges come from tree lines, elevation changes, sloping fairways, and natural waterways rather than sand hazards. Consistently ranked among Asia’s most scenic courses, it offers immaculate conditioning, GPS-equipped Club Car buggies, and a refined open-air clubhouse featuring Hornbill Café, lounges, locker rooms, and a pro shop.
