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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
925 Reviews (925)
Ka'anapali Kai
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u00000935084
Reviews 11
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
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Previously Played
Windy 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 5.0
Difficulty 4.0
Ka'anapali Kai
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u00000935084
Reviews 11
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
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Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 3.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 3.0
Ka'anapali Kai
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u939109325
Reviews 11
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Nice views, good conditions

Liked this more than the Ocean Course, probably because the wind was less this day. Fun course.

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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
Amenities 5.0
Royal Ka'anapali
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John3729271
Reviews 14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Played

11:50 t-time behind 2 groups with 4 carts.

Crazy that they let all these folks off together. At least 5 golfers each group. Different players on some holes. Starter told us to relax and take our time. I asked how many golfers per group. He lied and said 4.

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Previously Played
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 1.0
Amenities 3.0
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Commented on 07/30/2024

Aloha and thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry to hear that we couldn’t provide you with the best experience possible. Hope you’ll give us another chance in the future. Mahalo.

Royal Ka'anapali
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u000003177229
Review 1
Recommended
Played
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4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
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Commented on 07/30/2024

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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richbaloga
Reviews 5
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot 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 5.0
Ka'anapali Kai
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richbaloga
Reviews 5
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 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 4.0
Royal Ka'anapali
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mikestork
Reviews 8
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Fun course

Had not played this in 38 years, but was very enjoyable, winds were not too bad, but wee in opposite direction from normal so long holes played into the wind. Greens were not lightning fast but were consistent, fairways in great shape

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Previously Played
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
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Commented on 07/30/2024

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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Byron3960223
Reviews 3
Recommended
Played
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Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Ka'anapali Kai
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rocaju
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
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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u314162505643
Review 1
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Challenging, beautiful course

The best course I've ever played. Staff was welcoming and friendly. Tee box to the greens were pristine. Grounds crews were friendly and respectful.

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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
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Commented on 06/20/2024

Aloha and Mahalo for the great review. I will be sure to share this with all of our hard working associates. We are all thrilled you had such a great experience and hope to see you back soon! Spread the word to come to Maui and play golf here at Kaanapali Golf Courses!

Royal Ka'anapali
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u314164914926
Review 1
Recommended
Played
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First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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Commented on 06/20/2024

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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rrocha
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
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First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 2.0
Ka'anapali Kai
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harry216
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played

Local Favorite

I enjoy playing the course every time I get when on vacation here in Maui. The staff and the cart crew were exceptionally helpful. I played a round with a local and was told that this is one of the locals favorite courses to play.. I’ll be back next year.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
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
Ka'anapali Kai
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u037666173
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 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Royal Ka'anapali
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harry216
Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played

Outstanding golf

This is my go to course in Maui. They take great care to insure you have the best experience. Both course are immaculate condition. I’ll be back again next year.

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Previously Played
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
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Commented on 06/14/2024

Aloha Harry 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!

Royal Ka'anapali
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u314162299693
Reviews 5
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
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 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 3.0
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Commented on 06/14/2024

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!

Ka'anapali Kai
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Tanzray
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Ka'anapali Kai
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Bobby3763976
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
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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u314162358144
Reviews 14
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Pretty course.

Fun course. Very nice scenery. Make sure you buy alcoholic drinks before you start your round at their food/drink store before you start your round. We were disappointed when the cart person on the course with drinks/snacks informed us they didn’t carry any alcohol on the their cart.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 3.0
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Commented on 06/14/2024

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!

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