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Ka'anapali Kai golf course
The Ka'anapali Kai Course on Maui is popular with locals and tourists alike.
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2290 Kaanapali Pkwy, Lahaina, Hawaii 96761, US
(808) 661-3271
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About Ka'anapali Golf Resorts (Maui)

Ka'anapali is a resort development in the west Maui town of Lahaina. It is home to two golf courses, Royal Ka'anapali and Ka'anapali Kai, as well as a number of beachfront hotel and condominium properties that offer stay-and-play golf packages. Ka'anapali is a three-mile stretch of beach with 13 places to stay and 45 restaurants. Hotel brands include the Westin Nanea Ocean Villas, Westin Ka'anapali Ocean Resort Villas, Aston Maui Ka'anapali Villas, Royal Lahaina Resort, Maui Eldorado Ka'anapali by Outrigger, Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa, Ka'anapali Beach Hotel, Aston at The Whaler on Ka'anapali Beach, Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Marriott's Maui Ocean Club, Hyatt Regency Maui Resort, Spa & Residence Club and Ka'napali Royal. The beaches are famous for stand-up paddleboarding, snorkeling, sailing, parasailing, sunset dinners and whale watching. Robert Trent Jones Sr. designed the famous Royal Ka'anapali Golf Club in 1962 and the shorter Ka'anapali Kai course was added later.

Facts

Price Range$$$$
Property Class★★★★★
Acres1200
Year Opened1962
Number of Units500+

Amenities

RestaurantsFine, Bar, Casual, Buffet
Room TypesRoom, Suite, Villas/Casitas, Fractional Ownership
TennisYes
Fitness CenterYes
Practice FacilityYes
Beach AccessYes
Golf School/AcademyYes
Banquet SpaceYes
SpaYes

Services

Kids ProgramYes
Room ServiceYes
ConciergeYes

Rules

Is the resort pet friendly?Yes
Is resort stay required for a tee time?No
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4.2 out of 5 stars
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Ka'anapali Kai
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Review 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
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First Time Playing
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 4.0
Royal Ka'anapali
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Reviews 5
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
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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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Commented on 03/05/2025

Aloha and thank you for taking the time to review our courses. We very much appreciate the 5 Star review and we look forward to having you back soon for another great round of golf at Kaanapali Golf Courses- GM

Royal Ka'anapali
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txhawks
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
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First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
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Commented on 03/05/2025

Aloha and Mahalo for the 4Star review. We are very happy that you enjoyed your experience here at Kaanapali Golf Courses and hope to see you again soon! -GM

Ka'anapali Kai
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ebuchholz
Reviews 3
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Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Ka'anapali Kai
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darylhjeresen3176
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
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Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Ka'anapali Kai
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u00000840009
Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

great course to end the golf trip

We played many courses this trip and this one was the last. What a great ending. Greens in good shape, good pace, nice scenery, little things like golf carts gps showed other carts ahead, ice in coolers, free waters and nice bathrooms. And just the two of us got out. Enjoyable round.

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First Time Playing
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
Royal Ka'anapali
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u012724249
Reviews 13
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Nice Resort Course

Very nice course without much trouble. You’ll pay a price for this course but there are some beautiful views and the course is in very good condition.

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First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 5.0
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Commented on 02/25/2025

Aloha and Mahalo for providing us with your feedback. We are elated that you enjoyed your experience here at our Kaanapali Golf Courses and we'll be sure to let our staff know about your positive comments. Until we meet again!

Ka'anapali Kai
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Reviews 2
Plays Once a week
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First Time Playing
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
Ka'anapali Kai
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dvrepko
Reviews 8
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First Time Playing
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Royal Ka'anapali
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Fenway16
Reviews 10
Handicap 15-19
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Really Royal!

very playable resort golf course and in great shape,

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First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
Difficulty 2.0
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Commented on 02/19/2025

Aloha and thank you for taking the time to offer your feedback. We are thrilled to hear you had a positive experience here at Kaanapali golf courses. We will be sure to let our team know you enjoyed your round of golf with us. We hope to see you again soon. A Hui Hou (until we meet again)!

Royal Ka'anapali
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dvrepko
Reviews 8
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Beautiful Hawaiian Jewel

Great course….avoiding the sand traps make for a good opportunity to score well….greens are challenging, but fair

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Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
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Commented on 03/05/2025

Aloha and Mahalo for the great 5 Star review. We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience here at Kaanapali Golf Courses and we hope to see you again soon! -GM

Ka'anapali Kai
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mrz7700
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Much better than expected

Reviews I read before playing didn't excite me, but the Kai course was a solid layout with great views of the West Maui mountains and glimpses of the ocean and Molokai in the distance. The holes east of the highway were more interesting along the side of the foothills, and #7, with the tee shot over a gorge was a highlight. Last minute Hot Deal was a great value! I'll try Royal K next time in Maui.

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First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 4.0
Ka'anapali Kai
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Fenway16
Reviews 10
Handicap 15-19
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 2.0
Difficulty 2.0
Ka'anapali Kai
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Ebuch2002
Reviews 48
Recommended
Played
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First Time Playing
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
Royal Ka'anapali
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colinai
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Played

Wide open resort course

It’s a nice day out on the course but not really memorable.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 2.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
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Commented on 02/19/2025

Aloha and Mahalo for giving us your feedback. We will be sure to let our team know you enjoyed your experience with us. We hope to see you again soon! - GM

Royal Ka'anapali
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dvrepko
Reviews 8
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Hawaiian treat!

I highly recommend this course ….Hawaiian beauty and a very friendly trek….

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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 5.0
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Commented on 02/19/2025

Aloha and Mahalo for your feedback. We are elated that you discovered the Hawaiian beauty of our course and look forward to having you back! We'll be sure to share your comments with our staff! -GM

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Commented on 02/12/2025

Aloha and thank you for taking the time to offer your feedback. We are thrilled to hear you had a positive experience here at Kaanapali golf courses. We will be sure to let our team know you enjoyed your round of golf with us. We hope to see you again soon. A Hui Hou (until we meet again)!

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Commented on 02/12/2025

Aloha and thank you for taking the time to offer your feedback. We are thrilled to hear you had a positive experience here at Kaanapali golf courses. We will be sure to let our team know you enjoyed your round of golf with us. We hope to see you again soon. A Hui Hou (until we meet again)!

Ka'anapali Kai
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tblanchard3
Reviews 4
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Played

Very nice course with some great views. Fairways were generous and forgiving, greens we were in good shape, difficult to read the break. I would definitely play the course again.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 3.0
Ka'anapali Kai
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Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Royal Ka'anapali
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jmenesin
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Maui Time

First time playing Royal and I enjoyed it greatly. Course layout is challenging and with the ocean breeze makes it difficult on many holes. Front 9 pace of play was great, back 9 a little slower. Will play it again in the future.

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First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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Commented on 02/12/2025

Aloha and thank you for taking the time to offer your feedback. We are thrilled to hear you had a positive experience here at Kaanapali golf courses. We will be sure to let our team know you enjoyed your round of golf with us. We hope to see you again soon. A Hui Hou (until we meet again)!

Royal Ka'anapali
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johgar
Review 1
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 3.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 1.0
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Commented on 02/12/2025

Aloha and thank you for taking the time to offer your feedback. We are thrilled to hear you had a positive experience here at Kaanapali golf courses. We will be sure to let our team know you enjoyed your round of golf with us. We hope to see you again soon. A Hui Hou (until we meet again)!

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