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Ka'anapali Kai

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4.2
489 Reviews (489)
5 Stars
196
4 Stars
187
3 Stars
69
2 Stars
22
1 Stars
15
Conditions
3.9
Value
3.8
Layout
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
4.4
Amenities
3.8
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85.8%
Recommend this course
413 out of 489 reviews
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4.3
53 Reviews (53)
5 Stars
26
4 Stars
21
3 Stars
4
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.0
Value
4.1
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.4
Amenities
3.9
StaffFriendliness
4.6
88.7%
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47 out of 53 reviews
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4.1
76 Reviews (76)
5 Stars
33
4 Stars
28
3 Stars
9
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
4
Conditions
3.8
Value
3.9
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.5
Amenities
3.9
StaffFriendliness
4.7
84.2%
Recommend this course
64 out of 76 reviews
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Course Highlights
The Kai course impresses with dramatic elevation changes, open fairways, and stunning views that reward every round. Consistently friendly staff and smooth pace of play make for a genuinely enjoyable experience on Maui.

About

Holes 18
Type Resort
Par 70
Length 6388 yards
Slope 136
Rating 71.6

The Ka'anapali Resort on Maui is home to two championship golf courses, set on 1,200 acres of land home to ancient Hawaiian royalty. The Ka'anapali Kai course is an Arthur Jack Snyder design from 1976 that received an extensive renovation in 2005. The golf course is shorter and has a lower slope/rating compared to its sister Royal Ka'anapali course, but also plays narrower in most spots. Many holes are tucked into the West Maui Mountains The golf course is women-friendly with a forward set of "Hibiscus" tees at 4,522 yards, and also less expensive to resort guests and visitors compared to Royal Ka'anapali, which has played host to numerous professional events.

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Tees
Tee Par Length Rating Slope
Lava 70 6388 yards 71.6 136
Sand 70 6010 yards 69.4 133
Sand (W) 70 6010 yards 76.0 133
Fern 70 5563 yards 67.3 127
Fern (W) 70 5563 yards 73.0 124
Hibiscus 70 4522 yards 62.3 110
Hibiscus (W) 70 4522 yards 66.7 113
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Scorecard for Kaanapali Kai
Metrics:
Hole 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Out 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 In Total
Lava M: 71.6/136 376 370 225 308 390 193 395 541 373 3171 384 182 558 391 220 360 402 372 348 3217 6388
Sand M: 69.3/133 W: 76.0/133 358 351 213 300 357 177 365 510 352 2983 361 155 536 368 194 340 387 353 333 3027 6010
Fern M: 67.3/127 W: 73.0/124 323 332 189 259 331 159 327 486 334 2740 335 139 509 340 176 319 373 319 313 2823 5563
Hibiscus M: 62.3/110 W: 66.7/113 293 246 142 233 254 140 186 414 319 2227 251 119 372 279 160 275 262 306 271 2295 4522
Handicap 9 7 15 13 3 17 5 1 11 14 18 2 8 16 10 6 12 4
Par 4 4 3 4 4 3 4 5 4 35 4 3 5 4 3 4 4 4 4 35 70

Course Details

Year Built 1976
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Jack Snyder (1976) Robin Nelson (2005)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Proper golf attire must be worn at all times

Food & Beverage

Bar, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse

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Reviews

4.2
489 Reviews (489)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 7
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 14
Undulating Greens 10
Elevation Changes 9
This course/club is great for:
Playing Multiple Courses 9
Advanced Golfers 8
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 7
This Course's Location is:
At a Resort 15
Near Local Attractions 6

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shirleytaftoar
Played On
Reviews 5
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Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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u000002770057
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Reviews 42
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
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Condition of greens were poor

Condition of greens were poor due to sanding. Price should have been discounted. Conditions should have been made public at booking I would have chosen different course

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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u000006436953
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Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
3.0
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First Time Playing

Way over priced

Greens are in absolute horrible shape with some type of weed growing in them. Whoever cuts and replaces hole locations has no clue what they are doing.

Conditions Fair
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
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Danzlgro
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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing

Kaanapali

Amazing course, staff was so friendly and outstanding. On the easier side but still some great and challenging holes with breathtaking views. Will be playing here again soon!

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 5
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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First Time Playing

Beautiful views

The course was in great shape and for the price you can’t beat the views. I would gladly play it again on a return trip. Stacy was very helpful and appeared happy to assist.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Marc1964
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Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing

Swiss Golfers @Maui

Cool place! Very friendly welcome when we checked in. We had a great time... We'd love to come back. Best Regards Marc & Martina

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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u1717561882
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Reviews 15
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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William5260552
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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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dannynak1
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Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nice condition

We booked this course thru GolfNow, the booking went smoothly, the course was kept up to par, nice view of the ocean and very challenging layout.The staff here are helpful. We will come back again

Conditions Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
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edDO0jYIh687khKKi5na
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Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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csomberg
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Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
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Previously Played

Bad shape

Bad shape compared to the other. Purses on island.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Fair
Pace Average
Amenities Poor
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J7qT2JX0aTh5OZZYeuFu
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Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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JBWilds1973
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Reviews 3
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing

Breathtaking views

This course has the most breathtaking views with mountains on one side and the ocean on the other. The conditions were great and staff were very friendly. We rented clubs which were top notch and enjoyed lunch in the clubhouse. This was a memorable experience!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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J7qT2JX0aTh5OZZYeuFu
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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J7qT2JX0aTh5OZZYeuFu
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Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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dodgerpaul
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Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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J7qT2JX0aTh5OZZYeuFu
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Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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J7qT2JX0aTh5OZZYeuFu
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Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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wmao882002
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Fun vacation golf, with wide open fairways. Greens are grainy but smooth. Putts roll slower than you'd think.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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