Royal Hawaiian GC
A view from Royal Hawaiian Golf Club.
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3.8
685 Reviews (685)
5 Stars
321
4 Stars
187
3 Stars
89
2 Stars
52
1 Stars
36
Conditions
3.2
Value
3.5
Layout
4.4
Friendliness
4.4
Pace
3.9
Amenities
3.1
70.8%
Recommend this course
553 out of 685 reviews
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3.5
17 Reviews (17)
5 Stars
4
4 Stars
7
3 Stars
2
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
3
Conditions
2.7
Value
2.8
Layout
4.2
Pace
3.6
Amenities
2.8
StaffFriendliness
4.5
58.8%
Recommend this course
10 out of 17 reviews
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Avg Rating
3.9
61 Reviews (61)
5 Stars
29
4 Stars
12
3 Stars
8
2 Stars
6
1 Stars
6
Conditions
3.2
Value
3.5
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.1
Amenities
3.2
StaffFriendliness
4.6
68.9%
Recommend this course
42 out of 61 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Style Links
Par 72
Length 6609 yards
Slope 138
Rating 73.1

Nestled at the base of the Ko'olau Mountains in Oahu, Royal Hawaiian Golf Club enjoys a stunning tropical setting framed by ancient jungle trees that climb to more than 100 feet tall. The father-and-son team of Pete and Perry Dye designed the course. There are many telltale signs that this is a Dye course, from the many elevation changes to the varied bunker styles that are utilized throughout. The round begins with stunning views as you plunge downhill into the Maunawili Valley. There are more trees and narrower fairways on the front nine, contrasting nicely with the wide-open back nine. Royal Hawaiian Golf Club's back plays towards the mouth of the valley, offering a view of the mountains and sparkling blue Pacific waters in the distance. It's not an overly punishing golf course but locals and visitors alike have called it the toughest and most scenic course you'll find on Oahu.

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Course Details

Year Built 1993
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Platinum Paspalum Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Pete Dye (1993) Perry Dye (1993)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

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

Food & Beverage

Bar, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse

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3.8
685 Reviews (685)

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Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Beautiful views!!

It was my first time being in Hawaii and I had get a round in. I was told Luana Hills CC would be a perfect spot for a weekend warrior like myself. I got to the course and was told the name was changed to the Royal Hawaiian GC. It didn't matter what it was called because it was one of the most beautifullest courses I have ever played!! And the locals that I had played with made the round fun and eventful! We got rained on for 3 minutes, then the sun came out and then all was well...

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

Challenging

You will use every shot in your bag. Beautiful area.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
3.0
Verified Purchaser

Hard to find next tee box

There were a few holes that require more signs to guide us to the next tee box. Nices course that i wouldn't want to play on.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap 25+
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

Beautiful layout and course super green

I loved the feeling of being in paradise. I felt like I was in a rain forest. The fairways and greens were spectacular. Had to really watch how I hit the ball for better control so as not to lose it.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Good, fair course, and very nice views

Fairways could use some work, but not in very bad condition. Greens are nice, but a bit slow due to recent sanding. Play was slow on the back nine, due to a very show six-some on the course ahead of us.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Difficulty Moderate
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