Makani Golf Club

They have done lots of upgrading. Very enjoyable layout. Only negative is the poor tee box conditions. One box looked like it was recently leveled and resoded. Hopefully rest will get done. Worth the drive though if you are staying down at Kona Coast. Cooler at this higher elevation which was refreshing. Been going there for 20 years and will continue to do so.

The course is quite nice and in good condition. A fair amount of water, plus a Par 3 with an island green. Fairly good value for Hawaii prices. But was very slow. Sometimes 2-3 groups stacked up on a tee box. Maybe best to avoid this course on weekends.

The course was good for a muni. The front could use a little clean up (rough and fairways). But the closing holes were really good and pretty. I’d play again cause my resort golf costs are 2x!

This is a gorgeous golf course, up on high elevation with a view on the ocean. It has many beautiful holes with ocean view on the horizon. There are quite a number of challenging holes. The best is saved for the return, the 17th is the signature hole with an island green. The 18th is also reserved for a good 2nd shot crossing the water onto the green. This is a very enjoyable course for the price. The practice area is also good for your warm up.

First off when the starter sends people who are late to the first tee when you are about to tee off. Should be a huge clue to what’s about to occur.

Other than the greens the fairway’s were very disappointing.

Final two signature holes are interesting.

Greens are in great shape but they don't seem to be maintaining lesser played areas, and by that I mean the spaces between the tee box and the fairway and the rough. It seems they are being overrun with native grasses and are just being mowed or they are devoid of grass altogether. Not really a big deal if you hit it straight every time and/or aren't aesthetics minded. Don't let that discourage you from playing. This is still a great course and always worth a visit.

Remember to eat your Wheaties and save your energy because whether you like it or not, they saved the 2 toughest holes for last. 17 -the island green and 18- with the big bay jump to make the green! (I always kind of wished they would switch the 9's to give you a little more of a fighting chance at these 2 holes)

Enjoy!