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Ka'anapali Kai

Kaanapali Beach, Lahaina, Maui, Hawaii 96761, Maui County, USA
(866) 454-4653, (808) 661-3691
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497 Reviews
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About

The Ka'anapali Resort on Maui is home to two championship golf courses, set on 1,200 acres of land home to ancient Hawaiian royalty. The Ka'anapali Kai course is an Arthur Jack Snyder design from 1976 that received an extensive renovation in 2005. The golf course is shorter and has a lower slope/rating compared to its sister Royal Ka'anapali course, but also plays narrower in most spots. Many holes are tucked into the West Maui Mountains The golf course is women-friendly with a forward set of "Hibiscus" tees at 4,522 yards, and also less expensive to resort guests and visitors compared to Royal Ka'anapali, which has played host to numerous professional events.

Holes 18
Par 70
Length 6388 yds
Rating 71.6
Slope 136
Type Resort
Course Layout
Tees
Track Rounds
Scorecard
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Course Details

Rentals & Services

Golf Carts Yes - included in green fees
Golf Clubs

Practice & Instruction

Driving Range
Golf School Academy
Teaching Pro

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed
Metal Spikes
Dress code Proper golf attire must be worn at all times

Food & Beverage

Bar
Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse
Year Built 1976
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect(s) Jack Snyder (1976) Robin Nelson (2005)

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4.2
4.2 out of 5 stars, based on 497 reviews
86.5%
Recommend
497
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  • 1 Stars
  • Conditions
    3.9
  • Value
    3.9
  • Layout
    4.3
  • Friendliness
    4.6
  • Pace
    4.5
  • Amenities
    3.8
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Course Highlights
The Kai course impresses with dramatic elevation changes, open fairways, and stunning views that reward every round. Consistently friendly staff and smooth pace of play make for a genuinely enjoyable experience on Maui.

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Golfers Often Mention

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 7
Course Challenges:
Bunkers 14
Undulating Greens 10
Elevation Changes 9
Best For:
Playing Multiple Courses 9
Advanced Golfers 8
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 7
Location is:
At a Resort 15
Near Local Attractions 6

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Golfer Reviews

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mhmcmillan
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Played

Great course; greens need a lot of work to improve.

Nice course , but greens have been punched and sanded. Horrible green condition for this much $$$.

First Time Playing
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 2.0
Value 1.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 3.0
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u000006907447
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Played

So, so

When you pay $350 plus and the wife only has a porta-pottie to use on the course, it is not good.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 3.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 4.0
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jmanning513
Reviews 7
Recommended
Played

Higher Expectations

I had higher expectations considering this course hosted the ‘Big Break’ event. Range balls were old albeit the gent was super nice there. Range was small and off the mats.

Course was poorly marked for directions to and from each hole. Sand traps were crusty and clay.

Fairways and greens were marginal.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 3.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
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hatsuko
Reviews 5
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy 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 4.0
Difficulty 3.0
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u314162695306
Review 1
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Difficulty 3.0
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gnpellyhc956
Reviews 30
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 4.0
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bleong
Reviews 167
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 3.0
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chipkonrad
Reviews 5
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 3.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 2.0
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JimBear
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
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 4.0
Difficulty 3.0
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u314161094627
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Play the upper course

Play the upper course. The upper course has much better views and is a much more fun course. Better views, better choice. The lower course is blocked by hotels.

First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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donhum64
Reviews 7
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Good layout, always scruffy

This course has historically been. under- maintained.

Tee boxes and bunkers have been on par with your local public track. Looks like Troon Golf is trying to get it up to proper standards. Lots of potential here.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
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u000005114248
Review 1
Recommended
Played
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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rickc565
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Pace of play - slow

It felt the course was overbooked and this led to a poor experience- course was good - it was just not a great experience

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 2.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 1.0
Pace 1.0
Amenities 2.0
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u273933032
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 2.0
Amenities 5.0
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Ruthhume
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
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u314160044390
Reviews 3
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
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u314162476384
Review 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
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u037926872
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 4.0
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u314162463250
Review 1
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
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mikeedmonds
Reviews 19
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
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Golf Packages
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Maui Golf Around Package

REQUEST QUOTE BELOW*
MAUI | Enjoy lodging accommodations at Napili Kai Beach Resort and golf at Kapalua Resort Plantation Course, the Royal Ka'anapali Course, Ka'anapali Kai Course, or King Kamehameha Golf Club.
Kapalua Resort Bay Course

Maui Golf Around Package

REQUEST QUOTE BELOW*
MAUI | Enjoy lodging accommodations at Napili Kai Beach Resort and golf at Kapalua Resort Plantation Course, the Royal Ka'anapali Course, Ka'anapali Kai Course, or King Kamehameha Golf Club.
Kapalua Resort Plantation Course - Hole 18

Best of Maui Golf Package

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MAUI | Enjoy lodging accommodations at The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua and golf at the newly refined Kapalua Resort Plantation Course, the Royal Ka'anapali Course, the Ka'anapali Kai Course, or the King Kamehameha Golf Club.
Kapalua Resort Plantation Course - Hole 18

Best of Maui Golf Package

REQUEST QUOTE BELOW*
MAUI | Enjoy lodging accommodations at The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua and golf at the newly refined Kapalua Resort Plantation Course, the Royal Ka'anapali Course, the Ka'anapali Kai Course, or the King Kamehameha Golf Club.
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