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Mauna Kea Resort Golf Course

158 Reviews

#5 of 18 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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“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... read more

Reviewed 2 days ago

Explore796204

“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... read more

Reviewed 1 week ago

Stan J

Raymond, Alberta, Canada

via mobile

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4.5 158 reviews

Excellent68%
Very good24%
Average5%
Poor3%
Terrible0%

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“pro shop”(19 reviews)

“elevated greens”(9 reviews)

“mauna kea”(32 reviews)

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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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+1 808-882-5400

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Explore796204

Reviewed 2 days ago

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

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Stan J

Raymond, Alberta, Canada

178

Reviewed 1 week ago 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

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Tom W

Basye, Virginia

10741

Reviewed 1 week ago

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

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vancouver81

Vancouver, Canada

2329

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

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mikeyrod27

Bonney Lake, Washington

768

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

1 Thank mikeyrod27

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!

grdwyer

Warminster, Pennsylvania

5215

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

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

out-of-here-arizona

arizona

19895

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

Thank out-of-here-arizona

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

Dave J

Scottsdale, Arizona

8816

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

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!

bernardverheecke

293106

Reviewed 23 January 2018 via mobile

Overated

Mauna kea gives you a normal service and is Well overpriced for what you get.All holes look The same with elevated greens all The time.Blind shots to The greens.

Thank bernardverheecke

We are sorry to hear that the course was not to your satisfaction and you did not enjoy your time on the greens. Thank you for your time and sharing your review!

Nothreeputts

Hercules, California

25583

Reviewed 18 October 2017

Starting at the top !!!

Hi gang, Finally in a Hawaii to play golf !! Here on the Big Island chillin’ out I decided to play Mauna Kea. On Hawaiiteetimes.com i scored a 9 am special at $209 ($216 w/tax). Check in friendly, range is about 250 yds long with...More

Thank Nothreeputts

We are glad to hear you enjoyed your time on the greens! We appreciate your thorough feedback which will be shared with the Director of Golf. Thank you for your review!

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FrequentFlier803005

Are there any stay and play golf packages at Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel? Looking at January 2016, 22-29th.

23 April 2015|

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By the way, rent an apartment at Waikoloa through vrbo and drive to the course. Nicer than the hotel.

AstroTrixie

Do the units each have a washer and dryer?

22 February 2015|

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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.