Bangpoo Golf & Sports

18 Holes | 72 Par | 7,048 Yards | Parkland
Designed by: Arnold Palmer

Budget-Friendly Course Offers Wide Fairways, Playability, and Seaside Charm

Bangpoo Golf & Sports Club, a rare Arnold Palmer design in Thailand, offers an attractive option for budget-conscious golfers seeking a scenic and enjoyable round near Bangkok. This course boasts a unique combination of affordability, playability, and natural beauty, making it a popular choice for locals and tourists alike.

Designed by golf legend Arnold Palmer, Bangpoo offers a challenging but fair layout suitable for golfers of most skill levels. Wide fairways and large greens provide ample room for error, minimizing ball loss and frustration. While water hazards are less prominent compared to other Bangkok courses, strategic bunkering and occasional windy conditions, particularly in the afternoon, keep the course interesting.

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Highlights of the Course

Front Nine: A relatively easy start with a wide-open fairway on the first hole, followed by a more challenging dogleg right with water on the 3rd and a scenic dogleg with water on the 5th. The finishing hole (9th) is a challenging par-4 with large fairway bunkers and a birdie opportunity on a wide green.
Back Nine: Another easy start with a dogleg par-4 on the 10th, followed by the longest par-3 on the course (11th) and a demanding par-5 (13th) with water hazards and strategically placed bunkers. The 17th is a favorite hole with a narrow landing area and water hazards on both sides.

Some fairways may show signs of wear, but the overall value for money makes this a minor concern. Finding the course can be a as it is popular among locals, Asian expatriates, so booking a tee time in advance is crucial, especially on weekends.

Bangpoo Golf & Sports Club offers a unique combination of affordability, playability, and scenic beauty. The Arnold Palmer design pedigree, coupled with the relaxed atmosphere and comfortable sea breezes, make Bangpoo a popular choice for golfers in Bangkok. While a few minor course improvements could be made, the overall value and enjoyable layout make Bangpoo a worthwhile golfing experience, especially for budget-conscious players.