Makai Golf Club at Princeville
Description
The Makai Course at the St. Regis Princeville Resort is perched majestically on bluffs above the epic scenery of Kaua'i's north shore. This course makes the ranks for some of the best golf in Hawai'i, as well as world rankings for resort golf. It is easy to see why, with lush green fairways punctuated by brilliant white sand bunkers and framed by ocean and mountain views, this course is a golfers' dream.
At a Glance
Highlights: The epic views of famous Bali Hai and the Hanalei coast are prominent, making this the newly renovated course play to rave reviews as some of the best golf in Hawaii.
Challenges: Staying focused on your game with a lot of scenery, ocean cliffs, bunkers, and a few ponds to keep you distracted. Out of bounds areas can be thick or even dangerous, stay on course.
Holes/Yardage: 18-Par 72- 6,476 Blue/ 6,134 White/5,358 Red
Price Range: $239 Peak up to 12 pm/ $179 after 12 noon
Location: Princeville, Kauai, Hawaii
Bonuses: Callaway rental clubs for $65 a round of 18, $39 for 9 holes
There is a 9 hole par 3 called the "Woods Course" on-site that plays for $55 a round of 9 with deep discounts for kids playing with a paying adult.
The course winds through the majestic Princeville resort, with immaculate fairways and great views.
Local's Tip:
Princeville is in a wet climate zone, so greens and fairways bounce less and play slower. Winds can kick up in this area, so look at the local forecasts for "trade winds" as they will be a factor in your game.
Contact information:
Website: http://www.makaigolf.com/index.php
Phone: 808-826-1912
Address:
4080 Lei O Papa Road,
Princeville, Hawaii 96722
Directions:
Take Kuhio Highway/ Hi-route 56 to turn onto "Hanalei Plantation Road" adjacent to the police and fire stations. Follow this road for 0.2 miles making the third right onto Lei O Papa Road. Follow road and look for Club entrance on left and parking on the right.