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    Mauna Kea Resort Golf Course

    162 Reviews
    #6 of 20 Outdoor Activities in Waimea
    Outdoor Activities, Golf Courses
    62-100 Mauna Kea Beach Dr, Waimea, Island of Hawaii, HI 96743-9706
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    “Challenging Course In Great Condition!”

    Looking for a little more challenging golf course? You got it here! Played 36 holes, teeing off... read more

    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    jkendo
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    San Jose, California
    “Simply Remarkable and Challenging”

    My wife and I played on a gorgeous Monday morning. We had Marriott Vacation Club coupons - much... read more

    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    daqattaq
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    Fort Wayne, Indiana
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    Considered one of Hawaii's most unique challenges, this highly-rated 18-hole championship golf course offers dramatic elevation changes and spectacular views; under renovation until December 2008
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    62-100 Mauna Kea Beach Dr, Waimea, Island of Hawaii, HI 96743-9706
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    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    Challenging Course In Great Condition!

    Looking for a little more challenging golf course? You got it here! Played 36 holes, teeing off at 8am. Nice sunny day, little breeze, humid. The course has lots of changing elevation, lots of undulation in the fairway and greens, well maintained course, the greens...More

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    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    Simply Remarkable and Challenging

    My wife and I played on a gorgeous Monday morning. We had Marriott Vacation Club coupons - much cheaper than the normal rate. I found the course to be remarkable. The views from the 1st green through the 4th tee are AMAZING. The greens were...More

    Thank daqattaq
    Reviewed 16 September 2018
    Tough course with too many bunkers

    When they re-did the course a few years ago, they considered it very clever to design 100 bunkers - this has made the course less fun and difficult for the average player. It still has good ocean views, but the two courses at Mauna Lani...More

    Thank Explore796204
    Reviewed 10 September 2018 via mobile
    Spectacular But Not For the Faint of Heart

    Love this course. It is everything its reputation claims it to be, tough and scenic. It seemed that every hole is elevated (not totally true) and absolutely protected by bunkers. The signature 3rd hole is gorgeous and daunting. Managed to play the course 3 times...More

    Thank Stan J
    Reviewed 8 September 2018
    A beautiful beast

    Hawaii has a lot of golf courses that are beautiful. Many have a par three over a cove of the ocean. Mauna Kea has all that and more. It is awesome golf. The green sites are brilliantly placed, but I do tire of all the...More

    Thank Tom W
    Reviewed 6 August 2018 via mobile
    Difficult but gorgeous

    What a beautiful but difficult course. Plenty of memorable water views, from the famous 3 to the challenging 11, this is a scenic course. While the fairways are wide, the approach shots are very challenging. Most greens seem to be uphill and out guarded by...More

    Thank vancouver81
    Reviewed 30 March 2018
    WOW

    Ok, let me start by saying I would probably never spend $295.00 per round for any golf course, but the condo we stayed in came with 4 free passes. What an amazing golf course!! It was very difficult, bunkers like the grand canyon, but spectacular...More

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    MaunaKeaResort, Guest Services Team at Mauna Kea Resort Golf Course, responded to this reviewResponded 10 April 2018

    We are glad to hear you had a great time on the greens and enjoyed the amazing views throughout the course. It is always our goal to provide great service to players! Mahalo for your review!

    Reviewed 25 March 2018
    Great course, but OVERPRICED.

    My friend and I payed this course in March 2018. We really enjoyed the course, the staff was great. The pace of play very good. The pro shop well stocked. Rental equipment was very good. They give you a couple of sleeves of golf balls,...More

    Thank grdwyer
    MaunaKeaResort, Guest Services Team at Mauna Kea Resort Golf Course, responded to this reviewResponded 26 March 2018

    We are happy to hear you both enjoyed your time at Mauna Kea Golf Course and the available amenities provided. You definitely can not beat the amazing ocean views throughout the course. Your valued feedback regarding the price will be shared with the Director of...More

    Reviewed 24 February 2018
    Great course, don't miss playing it

    My husband and I once again spent the winter on the island and played this course, as well as the other resort courses, quite a few times, all positive experiences. The pro shop has a great selection of both men's and women's clothing and accessories...More

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    MaunaKeaResort, Guest Services Team at Mauna Kea Resort Golf Course, responded to this reviewResponded 26 February 2018

    Mahalo for choosing to play at the legendary Mauna Kea Golf Course. We are happy to hear you had a great time on the greens and seeing the amazing ocean views from many of the holes. We hope you visit us again for another round...More

    Reviewed 17 February 2018 via mobile
    Golfers should play it!

    Although the price might seem high to some - compared to other top courses it is not. Course condition, ocean views, pace of play, staff/service, elevation changes all lead to great day. Dodging balls from the driving range on the first hole was a little...More

    Thank Dave J
    MaunaKeaResort, Guest Services Team at Mauna Kea Resort Golf Course, responded to this reviewResponded 19 February 2018

    Aloha and mahalo for sharing your great experience on the golf course! We are happy to hear that everything was to your satisfaction and you enjoyed your time on the greens. We hope you visit us again and play another round!

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    23 April 2015|
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    Response from Coylum | Reviewed this property |
    By the way, rent an apartment at Waikoloa through vrbo and drive to the course. Nicer than the hotel.
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    22 February 2015|
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    Response from Edmund1020 | Reviewed this property |
    The Mauna Kea Beach Resort is a hotel so the rooms we have stayed in, 6 or 7 times do not have a washer and dryer. If you stay in the homes, villas or condo up the hill, likely they do.
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