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4.4
1014 Reviews (1014)
5 Stars
570
4 Stars
360
3 Stars
61
2 Stars
16
1 Stars
7
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.2
Layout
4.6
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.2
95.6%
Recommend this course
967 out of 1014 reviews
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4.3
47 Reviews (47)
5 Stars
21
4 Stars
18
3 Stars
8
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.0
Layout
4.6
Pace
3.9
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
4.4
93.6%
Recommend this course
44 out of 47 reviews
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4.4
106 Reviews (106)
5 Stars
61
4 Stars
34
3 Stars
9
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.2
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.1
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.6
95.3%
Recommend this course
101 out of 106 reviews
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Course Highlights
Sweeping Pacific Ocean panoramas, lava rock framing, and a thoughtfully designed layout consistently earn high praise from recent golfers. Welcoming staff with genuine aloha spirit and smooth pace of play make this Big Island course an outstanding value.

About

Holes 18
Type Resort
Par 72
Length 6657 yards
Slope 125
Rating 72.0

The Ocean Course is one of two championship courses at Kona Country Club. As its name implies, this course has an oceanfront location with views of the surrounding mountains that are home to its sister course, the Mountain Course. The Ocean Course provides an easier, but no less enjoyable round than its sibling. The layout features wide-open fairways and numerous strategically placed sand bunkers. The turquoise waters and black lava outcroppings provide natural hazards. The signature holes are the third and 12th, but one of the most memorable is the 13th hole where during November through March, you can catch a glimpse of a humpback whale. While both Kona C.C. golf courses provide a variety of challenges, the Ocean Course is a gentle, more player-friendly option that still features the same stunning views as the Mountain Course.

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Course Details

Year Built 1966
Golf Season Year round

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Pull-carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No

Food & Beverage

Restaurant

Available Facilities

Banquet Facilities, Locker Rooms

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Reviews

4.4
1014 Reviews (1014)

What Golfers Are Saying

This course/club is great for:
Locals 6
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 6

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Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Relaxing Round of Golf

Teed off around 12:30pm for a relaxing round of golf. Total time was 4 1/2 hours but it seemed we were briefly waiting on many holes. The course conditions were excellent from tee boxes to fairways to the greens. And of course the views of the mountains and ocean were wonderful.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 38
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great course in a great location.

Fun course with numerous interesting holes. Course was in great condition. Lots of goats living on the course but they didn’t affect our play at all. Would definitely recommend this course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Kona Country Club

The Kona Country Club is a fairly forgiving layout with wide open fairways, scenic lava

lined holes with dramatic views of the ocean. The greens are slow but roll true and their undulations can be challenging.The pace of play in the afternoon was good enough to allow for a cheap late start with ample time to finish. So take advantage of the cheaper afternoon rates. The views from the clubhouse are awesome. Id play again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Twice a year
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 21
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Good Local Course

Good local course close to Kona. Great value using the Hot Deals. Great views of surrounding area and ocean. Course was in good shape and fun to play.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Kona Golf

Course was in ok condition. Fairways in pretty good condition, rough in fair condition. Views of the ocean were awesome

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Poor
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Fun day in paradise!

My wife and I had a fun day away from the beach Kona CC was in good condition and 3-4 holes that run along the ocean are beautiful. We were originally paired with two others but they did not show-up on time so my wife and I played as a twosome. It a relief for her to not be paired with strangers. The staff was very nice, the rental clubs were in good shape and the 19th hole made an awesome cheeseburger and Mahi tacos.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

A Fun Course

Good conditions, fun layout, beautiful scenery

Good value if you can get a Hot Deal. First time I played it was very slow, second time was much better.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Big Island's hidden gem

When I come to Hawaii to visit, this course is my number 1 to play. I'd say this is the hidden gem of golf courses on the island.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 20
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great Course

Would highly recommend. Very forgiving! Greens are tough to putt.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great views worth the money

Fantastic ocean views next to many of the holes. Greens are tricky. A great value

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 20
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great Course

Would recommend, greens are tight to read. But in great shape.

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