Daiman 18 Golf Club | Golf Course in Johor

Last updated: August 4, 2026

Daiman 18 Golf Club is an approachable 18-hole, par-72 public course in the Johor Jaya area of Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia. In a Johor full of member-only clubs, it is popular as a public course where you can play casually — with local golfers as well as travellers from Singapore. With a clubhouse, driving range, restaurant, and sports facilities such as a pool and bowling, you can enjoy a relaxed golf experience.

Built on the site of former oil-palm and rubber plantations, it has a nature-rich layout, and it bustles with many golfers on weekends. Below is a detailed review by GoGolf.

Key Information

Location	Johor Jaya area (along Jalan Pasir Gudang–Johor Bahru), Johor Bahru, Johor / Malaysia
Opened	1996
Holes / Par	18 holes, par 72 (about 5,837 yards)
Turf	Fairways: Zoysia Matrella / Greens: Bermuda Tifdwarf
Highlights	Approachable public course, natural former-plantation feel, 16-bay range and varied sports facilities

Three Reasons Daiman 18 Is Chosen

The approachability that only a casual public course offers, good access close to the city, and comprehensive facilities that include more than golf — these three support the weekend bustle.

An approachable public course — A relaxed atmosphere that is neither overly formal nor exclusive. Beginners can play with peace of mind, and its casual feel also suits experienced players’ practice rounds.
Good access from the city and Singapore — Located in the Johor Jaya area along Jalan Pasir Gudang–Johor Bahru, easy to reach from the city. It is also about 30–40 minutes by car from the Singapore border, convenient for travellers.
Comprehensive facilities beyond golf — In addition to a 16-bay driving range and a restaurant, it has varied sports facilities rarely found at a golf course — a pool, badminton, futsal and bowling. The family can enjoy it.

Location and Access

Daiman 18 Golf Club is located right beside Jalan Pasir Gudang–Johor Bahru in the Johor Jaya area of Johor Bahru. It is an urban location close to the city, and as it is inland, no ferry is required. It is easy to reach for local residents and travellers from Singapore alike.

Access is convenient by company car or private car, or by ride-hailing services such as Grab. It is close to central Johor Bahru, and about 30–40 minutes by car from the Singapore border (varies with border and road conditions). As it tends to be crowded on weekends, allow plenty of time, taking border immigration and traffic into account.

Course Design and Features

Daiman 18 is a course built on the site of former oil-palm and rubber plantations, where the remnants of the old plantation trees give a natural atmosphere and distinctive character. It is 18 holes, par 72, about 5,837 yards, with Zoysia Matrella on the fairways and Bermuda Tifdwarf on the greens. It is not as manicured as a premium course, but for that reason it feels more natural, and the back nine in particular adds a wild touch of challenge.

The greens are challenging enough that a good score demands focus on the short game. Signature holes include the par-5 13th, set on high ground and requiring an accurate long shot; the toughest hole, the par-3 17th, with many water hazards; and the demanding 18th, which aims at the green from a downhill fairway over a stand of trees. Although not as smooth as a top-tier international course, this natural character is exactly Daiman 18’s charm.

Clubhouse and Facilities

The clubhouse has a 16-bay driving range, handy for a pre-round warm-up, clean and spacious changing rooms and lockers, and a multipurpose room for business meetings and community events. Post-round dining is well appointed too, and the Chinese restaurant, well regarded even in Johor Bahru, is one of the visitors’ great pleasures.

Furthermore, Daiman 18 has a non-golf “sports centre” as well. There are Olympic-size pools for adults and children, competition-standard badminton courts, and even a futsal court and bowling alley, rare at a golf facility. As sport, dining and recreation can be enjoyed within a single facility, not only golfers but accompanying family can spend the whole day — truly a “family destination.”

A Memorable Golf Experience

A round at Daiman 18 offers the fun of tackling a nature-rich course in a relaxed, unpretentious atmosphere. A layout that makes use of the old plantation trees, the tension of the signature holes, and the well-regarded Chinese cuisine after the round — you can spend a casual yet highly satisfying day. Being close to the city and easy to drop into on a whim, it is loved both as a practice ground for local golfers and as weekend golf from Singapore.

The Surrounding Area and Enjoying Johor

The area around Johor Jaya is a residential district of Johor Bahru rich in shopping malls and local cuisine, so you can enjoy dining and shopping before and after golf. Head into the city centre and large malls, night markets and varied cuisine open up. With good access from Singapore, it is easy to include in a day trip or one-night golf outing. As the club also has facilities such as a pool and bowling, it is well suited as a base for a full day out with the family.

What to Know Before You Play

Access: Convenient by company car or private car, or by ride-hailing services such as Grab. Close to the city, about 30–40 minutes by car from Singapore. As it is crowded on weekends, allow plenty of time.
Course character: A natural former-plantation layout, with a wild feel on the back nine. As green conditions vary, adaptability in the short game is the key.
Crowds: An approachable public course, especially busy on weekends. Securing an early start time lets you play with time to spare.
Caddie / cart: Please confirm the availability and details of caddies, carts and rental equipment before arriving. Buggies are allowed onto the fairway.
Attire: A collared shirt, golf trousers and shoes are standard. In the tropical climate, be sure to guard against sun and heat and stay hydrated.

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of golf course is Daiman 18 Golf Club?

It is an 18-hole, par-72 public course in the Johor Jaya area of Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia. Opened in 1996, it is loved by local and Singaporean golfers as a public course where you can play casually. It also has a driving range, a restaurant and varied sports facilities.

How many holes are there?

It is 18 holes, par 72, about 5,837 yards. It features a nature-rich layout built on the site of former oil-palm and rubber plantations.

Where is it located?

It is along Jalan Pasir Gudang–Johor Bahru in the Johor Jaya area of Johor Bahru. It is an urban location close to the city, and as it is inland, no ferry is required — it is reached by car.

Is it easy to reach from Singapore?

Yes. Johor Bahru is about 30–40 minutes by car from the Singapore border, an easy location to include in a day trip. The actual time varies with the checkpoint used, immigration and road conditions, so allow plenty of time, especially on weekends.

Is it a public course? Is it okay for beginners?

Yes, it is a public course where you can play casually. The atmosphere is relaxed rather than overly formal, so beginners can play with peace of mind. It is important to choose a forward tee and not to overdo things on holes with lakes or bunkers.

What are the features of the course?

As it was built on the site of former plantations, it feels more natural and somewhat wilder than a premium course. That tendency is strong on the back nine in particular, and as green conditions are not uniform, focus and adaptability in the short game are required.

What are the difficult points or recommended holes?

The par-5 13th, on high ground and requiring an accurate long shot; the toughest par-3 17th, with many water hazards; and the 18th, which aims at the green from a downhill fairway over trees, are all memorable. Accuracy and management matter more than distance.

Is there a driving range?

Yes, there is a 16-bay driving range. It is handy for a pre-round warm-up, checking your swing, or a short practice session.

What facilities are there?

In addition to a clubhouse, a 16-bay driving range, changing rooms and lockers, a multipurpose room and a well-regarded Chinese restaurant, it has non-golf sports facilities such as Olympic-size pools, badminton courts, a futsal court and a bowling alley.

Can families enjoy it?

Yes. With non-golf facilities such as a pool, badminton, futsal and bowling, family members who do not golf can spend the whole day. After the round, you can also enjoy a meal at the well-regarded Chinese restaurant.

Is it crowded on weekends?

As it is an approachable public course, it tends to be especially busy on weekends. Securing an early start time makes it easier to play with time to spare.

How do I get there? (Is there a shuttle?)

A company car or private car, or a ride-hailing service such as Grab, is convenient. It is close to the city, and from the Singapore side you can reach it by car across the border. Please note that GoGolf does not arrange shuttle services. As it is crowded on weekends, allow plenty of time.