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Mauna Kea Beach Hotel (Hawaii Island)

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62-100 Mauna Kea Beach Drive, Kohala Coast, Hawaii 96743, US
(808) 882-7222
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About Mauna Kea Beach Hotel (Hawaii Island)

Located on the west side of Hawaii (Big) Island on the Kohala Coast, the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel is an iconic Hawaiian golf resort, founded by Laurence S. Rockafeller, and a member of the historic hotels of America. Robert Trent Jones Sr. built the iconic Mauna Kea Golf Course in 1964 which set the standard for Hawaiian golf at the time and remains one of the state's best resort golf courses. The Mauna Kea Beach Hotel has 252 guest rooms and suites and is part of the Autograph Collection. Features of the property include Kauna'oa Bay, a white-sand beach with water sports from snorkeling to beach activities. A Keiki kids club is available for guests daily, and there is a spa, tennis, and 2,500-square-foot fitness center. Mauna Kea Spa and Salon is also onsite. In addition to the Mauna Kea Golf Course, Hapuna Golf Course is located next door and a partner property with stay-and-play golf packages.

Facts

Price Range$$$$
Property Class★★★★★
Acres1839
Year Opened1964
Number of Units100-300

Amenities

RestaurantsFine, Casual, Bar, Buffet
Room TypesRoom, Suite
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?No
Is resort stay required for a tee time?No

Golf courses at Mauna Kea Beach Hotel (Hawaii Island)

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4.9 out of 5 stars
581 Reviews (581)
Mauna Kea Golf Course
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Robert2737382
Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
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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 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Mauna Kea Golf Course
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Kirk2255
Reviews 14
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Top Notch!

I’m from AZ. one of the top golf destinations in the country, and I rate this course among the best courses there is, if not the best!

I highly recommend Muana Kea to anyone who is looking for a very well maintained course with absolutely gorgeous scenic views! 5 Stars!!!

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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 4.0
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tdohs28
Reviews 15
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Pure

This course was absolutely pure. Immaculate views, pristine greens, not a blade of grass out of place on the fairways. Extremely friendly staff, beautiful practice area, and an absolutely stacked bev cart. This course is D1. Make sure you can hit it straight if you’re gonna book ;-)

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
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revbison2002
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Stunning Views, Outstanding Golf

Playing at Mauna Kea is a dream come true! The views of the Pacific are truly stunning! The service and attention to detail throughout the entire experience was outstanding’

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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
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Michael8808911
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Great course, wonderful staff

.The course was in great condition. Front 9 was tough with the wind blowing hard. One of my fav courses

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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 4.0
Amenities 5.0
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u314161693186
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Golf in Paradise

With the help of Golfpass played FANTASTIC course at a great price.

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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 3.0
Mauna Kea Golf Course
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u000003418476
Reviews 4
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
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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 3.0
Difficulty 5.0
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u580265859
Reviews 4
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played

Finest Island Golf!

Robert Trent Jones never fails to satisfy and this is no exception.

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First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 3.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 2.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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mfbnolito
Reviews 21
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
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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 3.0
Mauna Kea Golf Course
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CliffordLarson
Reviews 20
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Mauna Kea

Pretty difficult for a resort course.

Amazing amount of bunkers.

Greens were quick and rolled well except the green

patches that were very prevalent. After the sandy aerated Hapuna yesterday, Mauna Kea was definitely

An improvement.

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First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 2.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
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sharonmelin
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 5.0
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BushwoodGolf
Reviews 5
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Played

Great layout, service and conditions disappointing

From the security guard at gate to the pro shop staff, not a welcoming experience. Green cups hadn’t been changed in multiple days, slow play in front of us wasn’t addressed after call to pro shop on hole 10...never saw a Marshall...cart woman in course was very nice but kept serving the drunk foursome in front of us. Service overall very poor compared to Mauna lani and sister course hapuna golf club.

Previously Played
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 2.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 2.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 1.0
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u000004416676
Review 1
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 5.0
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pcheng7858
Reviews 30
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Great course. Punched green

This course.has many ocean view holes. #3 being the best. There are many nicely designed holes in addition to the view. This is a true top 100 course. The course was punched on 5/12 so the greens are bumpy.

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Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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u000002895649
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
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Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 3.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 3.0
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Joe2274290
Review 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Tough course

Too many fairway bunkers,

Excessive number of elevated greens

Not a walking course

Greens are aerated

Too tough for the average golfer

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Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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mjogar
Reviews 22
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
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 4.0
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RG5D6037D5594CC63C6E
Review 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
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 4.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 2.0
Difficulty 3.0
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Whoissitt
Reviews 21
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

As advertised

Course lives up to its billing. Good track. Challenging greens. Mostly steep and deep bunkers. The course gets a 10. I understand the limited amenities due to COVID however I wouldn’t have put friendliness and welcoming in that category. Better customer oriented and service staff would have made the afternoon a great outing

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4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 2.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 2.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 1.0
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u000004078247
Reviews 9
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 4.0
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