The northern region of Peninsular Malaysia is renowned for its long and series of rice plantation which are very popular agricultural states. As such, travelling towards the north can be very fulfilling if one is looking for a vacation and more so if golf is on the agenda. Located in the rice-bowl state of Kedah is the Sungai Petani Golf Club which is actually one of the oldest golf clubs in the state and possibly in the country. Built across a 12-hectare land space, the club has an illustrious history which was opened in 1922 by Tunku Ibrahim, the Regent of Kedah at that time.

The Sungai Petani Golf Club has over 1,000 members of whom slightly more than half of them are civil servants while non-servants make up the rest of the numbers. Known as the ‘Green Lung of Sungai Petani’ it is one of the exclusive clubs here which are catered for the people of the state and others. As it is more of a community golf course, members get to play at the 9-hole green where there are other facilities here that include a driving range, tennis courts, swimming pool and a Golfers’ Terrace where golfers can hang out after a day of golf. Apart from that, there is a Pro Shop for all golfing supplies as well.

How to Get There

By Plane

If you are travelling by air, the nearest airport is the Sultan Abdul Halim Airport (IATA: AOR, ICAO: WMKA) is an airport that serves Alor Setar, a city in the state of Kedah in Malaysia. The airport is in Kepala Batas, about 60 minutes from the Sungai Petani Golf Club. Alternatively, Penang International Airport (IATA: PEN, ICAO: WMKP), is just 45 minutes from Sungai Petani Golf Club.

By Bus/Taxi

In-town public buses are available at reasonable price, depending on the type of bus and destination. Metered taxi can easily be found at an affordable price. You also can rent a car to tour around in Sungai Petani.

Tourist Attraction

The Carnivall Waterpark

Located just neighbouring to Cinta Sayang Resort, The Carnivall Waterpark some fun and exciting activities for the family during the short staycation at the resort. For the kids, they can enjoy the more relaxing rides at kids play area, while for adults must at least give the thrilling water coaster a ride.

Hotels

Hotel Seri Malaysia Sungai Petani

The hotel is just 45 minutes from Penang International Airport and an hour from Sultan Abdul Halim Airport in Kedah. Sungai Petani is the second largest town in the state of Kedah after Alor Setar. The name of Sungai Petani means farmers river due to the huge concentration of paddy fields and farmers in the state which mainly characterise the town in addition to the thriving industrial activities. With is a multiracial and multicultural community, Sungai Petani is a unique town in its diversity.

Swiss-Inn Sungai Petani

Swiss-Inn Sungai Petani, located in the Northern state of Malaysia offers a varied range of hotel and recreational facilities. With 101 spacious guest rooms complete with a host of modern amenities and warm service, the Swiss-Inn Sungai Petani is the ideal venue for your business and leisure needs, or simply your ultimate home away from home. Swiss-Inn Sungai Petani has the longest swimming pool in a hotel in Sungai Petani, measuring 40 metres in length.

Sungai Petani Inn

Sungai Petani Inn has been transformed several times and now have been given a new look with an accommodation up till 114 room to spare, which include, 48 Superior Room, 58 Deluxe Room, 7 Junior Suite and 1 Royal Suite. Apart from accommodation services, the hotel also provides a coffee house that can accommodate 100 to 150 guests at one time to serve your pleasure and business needs. Sungai Petani Inn also offers highly prestige ballrooms and halls for conference, seminar, meeting and banquet facilities.