Muang Kaew Golf Club
Recommended
About
Excellent and well-maintained parkland course in a convenient location
Despite being one of the closest courses to central Bangkok, the many trees and lakes at the highly regarded Muang Kaew Golf Club insulate you from the hustle and bustle of the city. Vastly improved following a 2003 redesign by Schmidt-Curley, it's one of the best courses in Bangkok, and the TifEagle turf greens and Paspalum grass fairways ensure excellent year-round conditions for all golfers.
One of the unique design aspects of Muang Kaew is the well-guarded greens, many of which are elevated with large side catchment areas, uncommon on the mostly flat Bangkok golf courses. Wide fairways give players some relief for approach shots, although most are into difficult-to-hold greens with high-lipped bunkers and shaved fringes.
On the front nine, the shortish par-5 4th offers a good chance to pick up shots if you can find the right level of the multi-tiered green, and you're well advised to take the opportunity as the next few holes offer few opportunities. The 6th is a long, challenging par 5 with water protecting the right side of the green, the 7th a tricky par 3 that plays over water to a very fast and shallow green, while the dog-leg 8th requires you flirt with the water to set yourself up for a short iron into the green.
The back nine of the course offers great variety, starting with the exciting risk-reward par-5 13th. Walking under the highway, players have a blind tee shot and an approach shot over a large and intimidating water hazard. The finishing hole is also challenging, a deseptive par-5 where any approach shots short and right will meet a watery grave in the hidden pond guarding the green.
While the locker rooms could use some renovations, the rest of the facility makes up for it. The restaurant serves some of the best western food in Bangkok, and the pro shop has a wide selection of golf apparel at reasonable prices. Golf carts are optional, and the course is easy to walk. The caddie corps are well-experienced and can make an average day better.
While by no means the most exciting course in Bangkok, Muang Kaew Golf Club is an enjoyable challenge and makes for an excellent choice on any Bangkok golf holiday, especially for those with limited travel time.
Reviews
Course with beautiful layout and moderate difficulty
Relaxing course and its good because allow golfers to walk. Enjoyed my round. Caddies are moderate in course knowledge.the greens were partly too dry.
It was a pleasure to play this course. My caddy was very good, as is usually in Thailand. Can recommend this place.Stressful and rushed
Immediately got into a disagreement with the course Marshall at the 1st tee putting a serious Japanese golfer with myself and my new player friend. Facilities are OK, course condition is good. Caddies were fantastic.Course Info
Key Facts
Amenities
Scorecard Summary
Tee | Par | Length | CR | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 72 | 7025 yds | 73.9 | 138 |
White | 72 | 6497 yds | 71.5 | 127 |
Red (W) | 72 | 5456 yds | 72.6 | 128 |
Technical Difficulty
Handicap Requirements
There are no handicap requirements at Muang Kaew Golf Club.
Prices
Green Fees
01 Apr 2023 - 31 Oct 2023 | Mo - Fr | Sa, Su, PH |
|---|---|---|
| 27 Holes | from ฿3,100 | from ฿4,100 |
| 18 Holes | from ฿2,200 | from ฿2,900 |
01 Nov 2023 - 31 Mar 2024 | Mo - Fr | Sa, Su, PH |
|---|---|---|
| 27 Holes | from ฿3,300 | N/A |
| 18 Holes | from ฿2,400 | from ฿3,400 |
01 Apr 2024 - 31 Oct 2024 | Mo - Fr | Sa, Su, PH |
|---|---|---|
| 27 Holes | from ฿3,100 | from ฿4,100 |
| 18 Holes | from ฿2,200 | from ฿2,900 |
Extras
Item | Price |
|---|---|
Single Cart | ฿750 |
Caddie (excl. tip) Excludes tip (Recommended: THB 400) | ฿400 |
Non Playing Follower Includes cart + caddie; surcharge of THB 500 on weekends | ฿1,700 |
Equipment Hire
Item | Price |
|---|---|
Club Hire | ฿1,000 - ฿1,500 |
Shoe Hire | ฿200 |
Umbrella Hire | ฿100 |
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