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Makalei Golf Club

Kailua-Kona, Big Island

About This Course

Unique upcountry course through native forest at 3,000ft elevation

Style: Upcountry course in native forest

Course Stats

72
Par
7,091
Yards
Hard
Difficulty

Features

UpcountryCooler ClimateNative ForestWildlifeElevation

Amenities

UpcountryCool ClimateNative ForestWildlife

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to play at Makalei Golf Club?

Green fees at Makalei Golf Club vary by time of day and residency. Visitor rates are $109 (Sunrise-11:50am), $89 (12pm-1:50pm), and $59 (2pm-4pm). Kama'aina rates are $65 (Sunrise-11:50am), $44 (12pm-1:50pm), and $35 (2pm-4pm). Valid Hawaii ID required for Kama'aina rates.

Do I need to be a resort guest to play at Makalei Golf Club?

Makalei Golf Club is open to the public. Tee times can be booked online at https://foreupsoftware.com/index.php/booking/22434/10778#teetimes or by calling (808) 325-6625.

What is the difficulty level of Makalei Golf Club?

Makalei Golf Club offers challenging play for golfers of all levels, with multiple tees extending the course from 5,242 yards to a championship length of 7,091 yards. The mountain terrain, elevation changes, and unique volcanic features provide a memorable challenge.

What makes Makalei Golf Club special?

Makalei Golf Club features stunning mountain scenery on the western slopes of Hualalai Mountain, incorporating native forests and unique volcanic features including lava tubes and cinder cones. The course features rare bent grass greens for Hawaii and serves as a sanctuary for wildlife including wild pheasants, turkeys, and peacocks. Golfers experience nearly 3,000 vertical feet of elevation change across nearly 8 miles of stunning terrain.

How do I book a tee time at Makalei Golf Club?

Tee times can be booked online through the Makalei website at https://foreupsoftware.com/index.php/booking/22434/10778#teetimes or by calling the pro shop at (808) 325-6625.

What is the best time to play Makalei Golf Club?

The best time to play Makalei Golf Club depends on your preference and budget. Morning tee times offer the coolest temperatures and best conditions but at premium rates. Twilight tee times (2pm-4pm) offer significant savings with the trade-off of less daylight. Carts must be returned to the pro shop by 5:30pm.

Contact & Location

72-3890 Hawaii Belt Road, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740

Kailua-Kona, Big Island

(808) 325-6625
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Green Fees

Visitor Sunrise 1150am$109
Visitor 12pm 150pm$89
Visitor 2pm 4pm$59
Kama'aina Sunrise 1150am$65
Kama'aina 12pm 150pm$44
Kama'aina 2pm 4pm$35
Rental Srixon Sunrise 2pm$50
Rental Srixon After 2pm$35
NotesCarts must be returned to pro shop by 5:30pm. Club rentals available first come first served. Men and Women, left and right-handed sets available.

Rates are estimates. Contact course for current pricing.

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This course accepts online reservations.

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