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Makalei Golf Club

72-3890 Hawaii Belt Rd, Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, Hawaii 96740, Hawaii County
(808) 325-6625
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3.5
770 Reviews
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A view of hole #18 at Makalei Hawaii Country Club. Makalei Hawaii CC
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About

Malakei Golf Club wanders through a colorful landscape of indigenous flora and fauna, providing a home to a variety of wildlife including peacocks, pheasants, and wild turkey. Situated in the Kona region of Hawaii, which is widely renowned for its coffee farms, the course offers dramatic elevation changes that range from 1,800 to 2,850 feet. The golf course plays through lush forests accented with lava tubes, cinder cones, and an ancient stone wall that dates back over a century. The fast bentgrass greens, rolling fairways, and cooler climate are reminiscent of a course in northern California but the stunning panoramic views will definitely remind you that you are in Hawaii. Malakei Golf Club's 15h hole is a signature hole thanks to its memorable scenery. It not only offers an incredible view of Maui's 10,000-foot Mount Haleakala, it is also your best chance for a hole in one.

Holes 18
Par 72
Length 7091 yds
Rating 74.3
Slope 144
Type Public
Style Woodland
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Course Details

Rentals & Services

Golf Carts Yes - included in green fees
Golf Clubs

Practice & Instruction

Driving Range
Teaching Pro
Pitching & Chipping Area
Putting Green

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed
Metal Spikes
Fivesomes Allowed No. Only with permission.
Dress code Proper attire is required.

Food & Beverage

Restaurant
Beverage Carts
Year Built 1992
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Bent Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect(s) Dick Nugent (1992)

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Rating Index
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3.5
3.5 out of 5 stars, based on 770 reviews
74.0%
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770
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  • 1 Stars
  • Conditions
    3.0
  • Value
    3.7
  • Layout
    4.2
  • Friendliness
    4.4
  • Pace
    4.2
  • Amenities
    2.4
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Course Highlights
This mountain course delivers a thrilling layout of dramatic elevation changes, steep terrain, and resident peacocks roaming the tee boxes. Friendly staff, relaxed pace of play, and strong value make it a rewarding Big Island experience.

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Golfers Often Mention

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 12
Course Challenges:
Elevation Changes 37
Bunkers 16
Thick Rough 15
Best For:
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 31
Advanced Golfers 18
Locals 18
Location is:
Worth the Drive 22
Convenient to the City 19
Near the Airport 17

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Golfer Reviews

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dehagg
Reviews 62
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart
2.0
2.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 2.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Difficulty 4.0
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SteveKissinger
Reviews 6
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
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bobabuck
Review 1
Handicap 25+
Skill Beginner
Plays Once every three months
Recommended
Played

Bring a rain jacket.

rain likely some afternoons in Feb. Not lasting long but played 2-3 holes getting wet. Always enjoy the peacocks, turkeys, nene. lots of elevation changes.

Verified Purchaser
Wet weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 3.0
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gan6484
Reviews 5
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Wet weather
Used cart
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 3.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 2.0
Difficulty 3.0
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12TZRCft0VUxRTPbJ9f4
Reviews 28
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Fits my Budget

Challenging course but then again every course is challenging for me. I like playing in cool weather so Makalei is my go to course. The price is outstanding for a course in Hawaii. They wildlife and views are so pretty. I usually go in the afternoon as there are less golfers. Course conditions are average but I don't mind for being just a average golfer.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 5.0
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jm323718
Review 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Fun Round

First Time here but it is a fun course. Might be easy if you can keep it in the fairway!

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 3.0
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u314159268272
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Played

Dissappointing quality

This course was always one of my favorites on Hawaii, however today was very dissappointing from a run down, poor condition, lack of staff situation. I suspect that Covid 19 and the recent sale to Korean group has everything todo with it.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
2.0
2.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 2.0
Value 3.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 2.0
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u470696874
Review 1
Recommended
Played

Rained Out

It started pouring and on the 7th hole (#18) the Marshall told us the course was closing because of rain. When I asked for a rain check or refund they said to contact Golfnow since we booked through you. How do we get a refund?

First Time Playing
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 3.0
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solo1cruz
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Wet weather
Used cart
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 2.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 4.0
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Wpietrangelo
Review 1
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 2.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 2.0
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Junghyunmtn1
Review 1
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Played

Disappointing

Golf carts were old gas powered and periodically backfired and you can smell the fuel burning. No GPS and yardage markers were non-existent on a challenging course. There was no communication between the club house and starter as they gave conflicting information. There was a group of five that were 2 holes behind and marshals did not intervene. I would not play this course again and would not recommend.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
2.0
2.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 2.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 1.0
Amenities 1.0
Difficulty 4.0
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pamwaibelgolfgirl
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 4.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
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catdawg
T O P 500
Reviews 115
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Played

needs attention

Course not being maintained very well. A great setting and fun holes, but not like it used to be.

Verified Purchaser
Top 500 Contributor
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 2.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 3.0
Difficulty 4.0
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u314161005527
Reviews 4
Handicap Don't know
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Great Course

We really like this course. Nicely laid out and everyone is really friendly.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Wet weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 4.0
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Kmlauver
Reviews 8
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Played

Average

Nothing fancy, and affordable A bit run down, but affordable gold in Hawaii.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Wet weather
Used cart
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 3.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 3.0
Difficulty 4.0
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BobDoige
Reviews 94
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 4.0
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Joe5575010
Reviews 23
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 2.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 3.0
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Earl7301276
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Makalei

For a mountainside course the layout is perfect and very beautiful. Lots of blind greens and blind landing areas make it very tricky. Greens and bunkers are in need of some TLC but hey, it’s not Augusta. It’s so quirky and delightful you’ll forget about any shortcomings.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 3.0
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u003858485
Reviews 7
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Always loved this course while visiting Kona. All of the employees are delightful but sadly the course is in need of major TLC.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 2.0
Value 3.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 2.0
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u314161005527
Reviews 4
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 4.0
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