Record breaking Ruangkit romps to victory Thailand's Boonchu Ruangkit rewrote the European Senior Tour history books when he romped to a stunning 11 shot victory in the Chang Thailand Senior Masters presented by ISPS.
The 53 year old was simply in a different class to the rest of the field at the picturesque Royal Gems Golf Club in Nakhonpathom, rounds of 64-66-65 giving the host nation ...
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is a 'gem' of a course within a one hour drive from central Bangkok. Playing
to 6,511 yards from the white tees, this tough par 72 layout features deep
blue lakes, wide and narrow fairways, deep rough, big bunkers and huge
greens.
Excellent choice for golfers staying at hotels close to the Chao Phraya River. It has some interesting holes and is not very well known amongst tourists. This would be an excellent golf weekend as there is a golf lodge, driving range and a host of other facilities to keep non-golfers busy. The small restaurant has some great food.
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The Royal Gems Golf Resort Nakorn Pathom
Enjoy the city, yet be free of the traffic and the crowds that come with being in one. Located a 25 minute drive from the city center, this resort is situated in a Golf & Sports Club. Golf enthusiasts can enjoy the 18-hole world class golf course, and to relax the club house includes a sauna and Jacuzzi. Royal Gems also includes ample conference and seminar facilities and can cater to up to 200 people. If you are looking to spend a night at the hotel, you will be please with the food at The Focus Restaurant, and after you could let your hair down with turns at Karaoke. Close enough to venture into the city, yet quiet enough to give you a resort like feel, Royal Gems Golf Resort.
Viengtai Hotel
Viengtai Hotel takes pride to be one of a few hotels located within the
inner city of old historical Bangkok. Our guests have been touched by the
charm of old Bangkok while relaxing at our hotel. This area is within a
walking distance to many well-known tourist spots such as The Royal Grand
Palace & The Emerald Buddha, Temple of the Reclining Buddha, Sanam Luang,
National Museum and Chaophraya River. Our location is also just a block from
the largest and oldest local retail market: The Banglumpu Market. Also
nearby is the famous Khao Sarn Road.
Navalai River Resort
Nestled amid magnificent temples and palaces, this elegant Boutique-style hotel is set in the historic Phra Nakorn area of Thailand, within a short walk of Khaosan Road and Rambrutti Lane.
Built on the banks of the Chao Pra Ya River, the Navalai Resort features a unique fusion of contemporary and traditional Thai styles. It also boasts a range of facilities for your comfort, including a rooftop pool and jacuzzi with a bar.
In the evenings, relax with a meal in the Navalai’s Aquatini Riverside Bar and restaurant, serving Thai and European cuisine, accompanied by a choice of alcoholic and soft drinks.
The Royal Gems & Sports Club is one of the famous membership golf courses in
Thailand and located in Putthamonthon along the route 338. It takes about 45
minutes by car to reach the course from the city center of Bangkok. The
exciting 18 holes are well laid out on the fields and the players can enjoy
their golf in the good maintenance of the fairways and greens.