Manakiki Golf Course

This course is truly the best layout in the area. The rough was very dry because of the drought conditions but tees, fairways and greens were outstanding. I love playing here. The scenery in the Fall is gorgeous. The course usually plays slow because of the difficulty and hilly terrain. It was 89 degrees when we played so it kept a lot of people away I would assume. This course is laid out better than any private course I've played in the area, including Stonewater.

I have been playing this course for years and always liked it. During the past few years they have improved several of the holes on both the front and back. It is better than ever now so if you haven't played it for a while I think you will be in for a pleasant surprise.

Weather was perfect. 82 sunny and clear. Breezy. Played with my wife and another couple this day. Pleasant group to play with. Tees and fairways were in good shape with a hint of burnt rough due to dry weather in recent weeks. Did not take away from experience. For a muni, greens were great. Smooth and not overly fast, but had enough speed to make downhillers a challenge. The great thing about this course, it is an original Donald Ross design that the normal, everyday golfer can play. That may not mean anything to most people, but for advanced golfers who have played many courses designed by the greats over the years, this is truly an honor and privilege. The design of the course is phenomenal!!! I don't mean to scare you, but have to bring your A+ game since there are 5 holes that have very tight fairway landing areas for some really great par 4 and 5 holes. It is fun to play, but can be intimidating! Took about 5 hours to play 18 holes. I think that is normal for most play at this course since the course plays difficult. Rangers should not judge pace of play by how many holes are open in front of them, but by how the groups behind are keeping up. Was warned to speed up play on #16, but the reason it appeared we were slow is 2 fold. #1 is the threesome in front of us quit after 9 holes and #2 is I think the difficulty of the course. We had two single digit handicappers in the group along with 2 ladies that were keeping up by picking up putts and playing ready golf. Will definitely be back. By the way, the rate for play was #30.00, which I consider a steal!! Please play here when in Cleveland area.

Course is always great shape and a challenging layout. Pace can be challenging. Playing by myself I always get paired up because they're always busy. Not inclined to let you play the back 9 if only doing nine :( Bit pricey if you don't get a good golfnow deal around $25 or less if good. But yeah one pf my favorite courses around as far as challenging, and condition and layout go. The staff is hit or miss, some older guys who aren't always super nice.

Manakiki golf course is an outstanding course for all to play no matter of your experience level. If you are a slicer bring a lot if golfs balls, especially on number 3 with the sharp drop off to the right.

The course was in GREAT SHAPE.. Fairways were cut close , but rough was a little tall.. Most of greens had been spiked and sanded recently but ran true.. Overall a GREAT LAYOUT AND COURSE .

The course is great if you can find a deal for under $30. You need to schedule at least 6 hours out of your day to play 18 here. Pace of play is slow due to no rangers on the course or if they are they aren't making sure the pace of play is kept up. Fast greens with break to them which could be an issue for just the average golfer. So if you can find an online deal for under $30 and have 6 hours this is the spot for you.

Great value for the fees. Challenging course with interesting layout.

Very nice love the course will play again

Course was in fairly decent shape for late December. Holes were varied, and interesting. Nice variety of straight forward, dog legs, undulations, and elevation changes. Along with Sleepy Hollow, this is the best the Metro Parks has to offer in their line-up. Will be looking forward to playing again next year in the summer to really see all the course has to offer.

Greens will be nice to see in the summer. Lots of slopes - but covered in sand as they prepped for the winter ahead (if it ever comes).

Pace of Play was great - considering there were no more than 5 groups on the course itself.

Great layout and very scenic. This course is a treat to play.

Greens were punched and sandy, but fairly true, and mostly leaf free. Tees were punched but ok. Fairways were beautiful and relatively leaf free. Holes number 10 and 18 were as scenic as anywhere in the country. You just kind of stand in awe and realize that there are few other places you would rather be.

I have played this course around 3-4 times (both nines) and have thoroughly enjoyed myself every time. There are no easy holes on this Donald Ross masterpiece. Definitely bring your game and a couple extra balls when you play here.

Course is usually in great condition, however on Golf Now they forgot to mention that the just punched the greens on the front 9 (full of sand), back 9 haven't been punched yet..... So the course shouldnt offer 18 hole specials on greens punched that same morning, allow a grace period atleast...was like playing on the beach....rest of the course was great as usual.

We play Manakiki all the time and the course was in the best shape I have seen in a while. The green's crew has done a great job this summer with all the heat and rain. Appreciate the effort.

course was in great condition and very challenging.

I'm a big fan of the layout of the course, and it's very well maintained. I'd argue the layout is the nicest on the eastside of Cleveland. It feels like a private course.

With that said, it's only a great course to play if you have plenty of time. The pace of play kills me. There's a ranger out, but he rarely moves play along. Often times I think they overbook, but in the case of this round we had a very slow group in front of us. A guy in our group was playing his third round of golf ever and we were still waiting on every tee. The group in front of us had nobody in front of them. They were playing from the black tees and losing balls consistently. It happens, but it's the job of the course to move that group along - they probably added 45+ minutes to our round.

I also don't love that it's surrounded by houses and roads, but there's nothing the course can do about that.

Again, I recommend this course because it's a wonderfully designed layout, but you have to be ready to wait. For me it's worth the wait, for some it might not be.

Course was in great shape, fairways lush and the greens consistent. I was very impressed with this course and will definitely return!

This course is gorgeous and challenging. A Donald Ross gem.

However, it will be a 5 hour round every. single. time you play here. There are simply too many people who play this course who do not possess the level of play that is required.

If you play on the weekend after 9am, prepare yourself for a 5 1/2 hour round.

My father and I don't get to play golf together often so decided to get a 7:39am tee time the other morning for late Father's Day together. The Starter paired us with an older walking gentleman. We asked if we could just play us two since the front desk said course was pretty open. Starter was rude telling us no, raised his voice multiple times, and interrupted us every time we tried to speak. At the turn he made sure to badger us again until we drove off to hole 10. HE WAS SO RUDE I VOW TO NEVER PLAY THERE AGAIN - Despite the course in great shape and love the lay-out. It's sad one person can ruin it for us. I am scratch and shot 72 and my father is a 12 cap and shot 83.