If you love golf, then consider visiting one of the best places on earth to play the game on a Hawaii golf vacation. The Hawaiian islands are home to some of the world’s top courses, located in the stunning beauty of tropical paradise. Accommodations near these links make it possible to have a vacation centered solely around your favorite game. Whether you just want to play a few rounds between jaunts to the beach or if you’re dedicating your entire trip to perfecting your swing, here’s a list of the top 10 Hawaii golf courses the Aloha State has to offer.
1. The Prince Course at Princeville Resort, Kauai
The 18 hole Prince Course was designed by Robert Trent Jones, Jr.
Par: 72
The Prince Course is one of two courses at the Princeville Golf club, the Makai Course being the other. Princeville condos and vacation rentals are available throughout the surrounding resort area.
2. The Makaha West Course at Makaha Resort & Golf Club, Oahu
The 18 hole Makaha West Course was designed by William F. Bell.
Par: 72
The Makaha West Course offers stunning views of Oahu’s Waianae Mountains. Watch for peacocks on the green.
3. The Challenge Course at Manele, Lanai
The 18 hole Challenge Course was designed by Jack Nicklaus.
Par: 72
The Island of Lanai Golf Club offers the Nicklaus Course as well as the 18 hole “Experience at Koele”, situated just a few miles away. Stay at the Four Season or one of these other Lanai hotels.
4. The Plantation Course at Kapalua Resort in Lahaina, Maui
The 18 hole Plantation Course was designed by Bill Coore and Ben Coore.
Par: 73
The Kapalua Resort Golf Club also has an 18 hole Bay Course. Being located in Lahaina, you can golf by day and enjoy the fun nightlife of Lahaina town in the evening. There are plenty of short term Maui house rentals for the Lahaina area.
5. The Kiele Course at Kauai Lagoon Resort in Lihue, Kauai
The 18 hole Kiele Course was designed by Jack Nicklaus.
Par: 72
The Kauai Lagoons Golf Club also has an 18 hole Mokihana Course. This course is near the airport so expect some air traffic noise during your game.
6. The Koolau Course at Koolau Golf Club in Kaneohe, Oahu
The 18 hole Koolau Course was designed by Richard P. Nugent and Jack Tuthill.
Par: 72
The Koolau Golf Club is located on Oahu’s Eastern shore, where its Koolau Course is considered the most difficult in the country. There are limited Kaneohe vacation rentals so be sure to book in advance.
7. Makena Golf Courses at Kihei, Maui
Both 18 hole North and South Courses were designed by Robert Trent Jones, Jr.
Par of 72
Currently the South Course is closed and under renovation. The North Course offers views of Haleakala Crater. If you don’t want to stay at the Makena Resort, you can rent one of the Kihei condos nearby.
8. Wailea Golf Club – Gold Course – Kihei, Maui
The 18 hole Wailea Gold Course was designed by Robert Trent Jones, Jr.
Par: 72
The Gold Course is known as “Wailea’s Rugged Beauty”, one of three courses at Wailea Golf Club. The other two being The Old Blue Course and Emerald Course. Known for sunny weather, Wailea vacation rentals are bountiful in this resort area.
9. Hualalai Golf Club – Nicklaus Course – Kaupulehu-Kona, Big Island
The 18 hole Nicklaus Course was designed by Jack Nicklaus.
Par: 72
Located on the Kohala Coast of the Big Island, the Nicklaus Course is one of two courses at the Hualalai Golf Club. The exclusive Keolu Course can also be found here. Hawaii condo rentals are available for rent throughout this warm coastal area.
10. Mauna Lani Resort Golf Club – North Course – Kamuela, Big Island
This 18 hole course was designed by Robin Nelson, Rodney Wright and Ray Kane.
Par: 72
There is a North and South Course at the Mauna Lani Resort Golf Club. Watch for the feral goats that frequently graze the links here.
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