5-3900 Kuhio Highway, Princeville, Hawaii 96722, US
(808) 827-8808
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About 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay (Kauai)

The new 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay is set to become the heart of Princeville, a 9,000-acre master-planned community on Kauai's north shore named in 1860 for Hawaii's crown prince, Prince Albert. It is home to the Princeville Makai Golf Club, which features an 18-hole championship course and a 9-hole Woods Course (the Prince Course at Princeville remains closed indefinitely). Princeville is located near the beach town of Hanalei and has multiple lodging options. The most upscale is the 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay, which is a five-star hotel set to open in 2022 with guest rooms and suites, as well as a large spa and spectacular pool and beachfront. There's also the Westin Princeville Ocean Resort Villas. Additional activities on the Princeville Ranch include ziplining, horseback riding, kayaking, hiking tours and off-road adventures.

Facts

Price Range$$$$
Property Class★★★★★
Acres9000
Year Opened1986
Number of Units100-300

Amenities

RestaurantsFine, Bar, Casual, Buffet
Room TypesRoom, Suite, Villas/Casitas
PoolAdults Only
Short CourseYes
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 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay (Kauai)

Golfer Photos

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars
120 Reviews (120)
Reviews 88
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 4.0
Review 1
Recommended
Played

Sonbol Rahimzadeh

They started us on back nine first which was windy but manage able.

We did not see the drink card!

By the time we started the front nine , which is my favorite the wind was so bad that we could not play..

It was disappointing that no one from golf course approached us to see how we are doing, and when we left there was no one to talk to.

I expected when we made the reservation We should have received a heads up that it could be very windy.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Difficulty 4.0
Reviews 6
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times 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 5.0
Difficulty 4.0
Reviews 6
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Top 5 course for me

This course was all it was made up to be. The condition of the fairways and greens were perfect. The views, especially from 6 and 7 were spectaular. Definatly a must play when in Kauai.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Difficulty 4.0
Review 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Played

Save your money

This course would not be worth even half of what they are asking to play 18! Take the 30 minute trip and go play the Muni - clay sand (not white like in pictures) greens not kept up and 0, and I mean 0 service amongst the entire course. Way to ruin the last day of a vacation.

First Time Playing
2.0
2.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 2.0
Value 2.0
Layout 2.0
Friendliness 2.0
Pace 2.0
Amenities 1.0
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Simply Beautiful!

The course is stunning and the entire staff makes the experience special. One of my favorite rounds of golf ever.

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 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

$300 to play punched greens.

Disappointed to find that the greens had large aeration plug holes. No white sand as shown in pictures. Handful of ocean views. Very Long par 3s.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 1.0
Value 2.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 7
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Wet weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Difficulty 4.0
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
Recommended
Played

Makai course review

Probably the most beautiful course I have ever played on. The course itself was challenging and course management was key. The greens rolled true and consistent throughout. The staff was very accommodating as we had eight people total scheduled. Two players had to be med-evacuated to Oahu for a medical emergency and they “comped” the one player who was able to return. Overall paradise defined.

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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
Reviews 54
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Breathtaking!

Course is in pristine condition. Layout is interesting - last 2 holes are the toughest. Everyone from the starter to the bag man to the pro shop employees were the best I ever encountered. Played here 4 times and would play again.

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
Review 1
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Played

course was not in good shape

Most holes were cart path only. Lots of mud. Had to clean mud off ball and club with wet rag after every shot.

played 14 holes and quit. Course in better conditions would be great.Too much money for conditions!

Verified Purchaser
Windy weather
Used cart
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Review 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Played

I'll review course but it will cost you $50

Most expensive round ever! I stopped by the course thinking that I would hit some balls on the range and check on tee times for the next day. Staff couldn't beat the online GolfNow rate ($285). Although range balls are included in with the round, they wanted $50 to hit a few balls that day. No thank you!

My wife was thinking about riding along with me and checking out the views and the birds ... until we saw there was a $40 non-golfer fee to ride along. Ridiculous!

The course was in pretty good shape with exception of the bunkers. It had rained heavily three days prior and many of the bunkers were unplayable due to the sand being washed away. Pace of play was good. As a twosome (another single played with me) we finished in under 4 hours. Overall, a nice course and the only golf choice on the north end of the island. However, way too expensive for nothing special.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 1.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 1.0
Difficulty 3.0
Reviews 4
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Played

Lovely course with exquisite views, pricey given most bunkers destroyed

The course was enjoyalbe, however due to a storm the previous day, most bunkers on the back nine were destroyed and unplayable. No price adjustment and generally overpriced.

Stunning ocean views and challenging water holes. Good pace of play. Wondeful exposure to albatross nesting area and their flight near the cliff sites. Linited 19th hole amenities with only a few secluded outdoor tables and nothing special for offerings.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 2.0
Value 2.0
Layout 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 2.0
Difficulty 4.0
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Stunning Views

Great course with stunning views on most holes. Very friendly and helpful staff and a very good lunch.

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
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Fun Course

Loved playing it, with all the beautiful scenery surrounding it. The pace of play was SLOW, however and I had to wait on my shots many, many times. The clubhouse restaurant stops serving food at 4:00 and, of course, I didn't get there until 4:10, so we had to settle for snacks.

But it is a beautiful course and I would like to play it again someday.

First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 2.0
Amenities 3.0
Difficulty 4.0
Reviews 11
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Very Scenic, challenging

Known for the scenery, the course did not disappoint. Course plays long and is challenging.

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
Difficulty 5.0
Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Amazing staff. Great course layout

Would recommend over the ocean course. Better staff and course overall.

First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
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
Reviews 12
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Played

No Service

I’ll start with the course has beautiful views. When I checked in at 10:45 they told me the restaurant was closing at 1pm. They never said there is no beverage cart, we don’t give you any water, or that it was cart path only. They don’t even provide a towel o to clean your ball and there are no ball washers. It was very wet on the front but no reason for cart path only on the back. They also had a bunch of made up tee boxes for the forward tee’s on the back. The last 2 holes are just stupid and ruined a good round.

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
Amenities 2.0
Review 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Not worth $375

You pay $375 for the views, not the course. Payed an extra $50 for my wife to ride along. Views were immaculate, but course is nothing special, greens were spotty and slow, fairways were long.

First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
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