Princeville Makai Golf Club - Makai Course
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Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
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'Aina | 72 | 7223 yards | 75.4 | 134 |
Koa | 72 | 6535 yards | 71.7 | 129 |
Kai | 72 | 6522 yards | 71.6 | 127 |
Ahi (W) | 72 | 6155 yards | 75.5 | 132 |
Ahi | 72 | 6155 yards | 69.8 | 123 |
Lani | 72 | 5534 yards | 66.9 | 117 |
Lani (W) | 72 | 5534 yards | 72.1 | 122 |
Ka'upu (W) | 72 | 4978 yards | 68.9 | 117 |
Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
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Aina M: 75.5/135 | 464 | 611 | 181 | 385 | 540 | 446 | 213 | 359 | 403 | 3602 | 399 | 520 | 450 | 255 | 338 | 414 | 202 | 476 | 567 | 3621 | 7223 |
Koa M: 71.8/132 | 397 | 570 | 150 | 385 | 500 | 431 | 213 | 278 | 368 | 3292 | 363 | 520 | 341 | 198 | 288 | 414 | 171 | 443 | 505 | 3243 | 6535 |
Kai M: 71.3/130 | 427 | 570 | 153 | 334 | 500 | 431 | 173 | 294 | 368 | 3250 | 363 | 479 | 440 | 198 | 292 | 355 | 197 | 443 | 505 | 3272 | 6522 |
Ahi M: 69.8/128 W: 76.6/135 | 397 | 549 | 150 | 312 | 479 | 409 | 155 | 278 | 346 | 3075 | 340 | 462 | 420 | 175 | 288 | 342 | 171 | 410 | 472 | 3080 | 6155 |
Lani M: 67.0/121 W: 72.5/124 | 333 | 538 | 130 | 279 | 443 | 395 | 120 | 254 | 326 | 2818 | 320 | 432 | 341 | 145 | 269 | 323 | 113 | 370 | 403 | 2716 | 5534 |
Kaupu M: 64.6/109 W: 69.3/117 | 333 | 440 | 130 | 279 | 443 | 367 | 120 | 254 | 235 | 2601 | 275 | 385 | 341 | 133 | 161 | 236 | 113 | 330 | 403 | 2377 | 4978 |
Handicap | 13 | 9 | 15 | 1 | 11 | 3 | 7 | 17 | 5 | 6 | 14 | 4 | 8 | 18 | 16 | 12 | 2 | 10 | |||
Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
Handicap (W) | 11 | 1 | 13 | 9 | 3 | 7 | 17 | 15 | 5 | 2 | 6 | 10 | 16 | 14 | 12 | 18 | 8 | 4 |
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Photo submitted by bradbaldwin on 05/11/2023
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Photo submitted by bradbaldwin on 05/11/2023
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Photo submitted by bradbaldwin on 05/11/2023
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Photo submitted by bradbaldwin on 05/11/2023
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Father/son on signature 7th hole Photo submitted by u314163729150 on 03/29/2023
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Photo submitted by u868407234 on 03/27/2023
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Photo submitted by u868407234 on 03/27/2023
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ocean views Photo submitted by willdrobins on 08/02/2021
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severely downhill. LOL. Photo submitted by willdrobins on 08/02/2021
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No. 3 Photo submitted by JasonDeeganGA on 07/13/2021
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No. 12 Photo submitted by JasonDeeganGA on 07/13/2021
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Hole #14 Photo submitted by Steve2182773 on 03/09/2020
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Photo submitted by cjohnbrown on 10/07/2019
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Photo submitted by cjohnbrown on 10/07/2019
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The par-3 third Photo submitted by MikeBaileyGolf on 06/25/2019
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The drivable par-4 14th Photo submitted by MikeBaileyGolf on 06/25/2019
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The par-4 15th Photo submitted by MikeBaileyGolf on 06/25/2019
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The par-5 18th Photo submitted by MikeBaileyGolf on 06/25/2019
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Par-3 seventh hole Photo submitted by BrandonWebb on 06/07/2018
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Par-4 sixth hole. Photo submitted by BrandonWebb on 06/07/2018
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View from behind the fourth green, with the scenic par-3 third in the background. Photo submitted by BrandonWebb on 06/07/2018
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Approach view on par-4 12th hole. Photo submitted by BrandonWebb on 06/07/2018
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Approach view on par-5 18th hole. Photo submitted by BrandonWebb on 06/07/2018
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Par-4 14th. Photo submitted by BrandonWebb on 06/07/2018
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Photo submitted by LICC on 09/08/2017
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Photo submitted by LICC on 09/08/2017
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Photo submitted by LICC on 09/08/2017
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Photo submitted by LICC on 09/08/2017
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Photo submitted by LICC on 09/08/2017
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Photo submitted by LICC on 09/08/2017
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Photo submitted by GreerGolf on 04/07/2016
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Photo submitted by GreerGolf on 04/07/2016
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Photo submitted by GreerGolf on 04/07/2016
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Cleared up for a great day Photo submitted by Jpante on 09/22/2014
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The Rain Coming down Photo submitted by Jpante on 09/22/2014
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Amazing Views Photo submitted by Jpante on 09/22/2014
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The 12th hole is one of five holes on the ocean at the Makai Golf Club at Princeville. Photo submitted by JasonDeeganGA on 01/29/2014
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Photo submitted by u000004396021 on 10/27/2013
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Photo submitted by u000004396021 on 10/27/2013
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Photo submitted by u000004396021 on 10/27/2013
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Photo submitted by GLB748 on 08/31/2013
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Princeville Makai Photo submitted by suffia on 07/17/2013
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Baby Albatross on Princeville Makai Photo submitted by suffia on 07/17/2013
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Hole 3 Photo submitted by Kelliott on 06/04/2013
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The bay adjacent to the Par 3 7th hole Photo submitted by dmpetterson on 11/05/2012
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14th hole Par 4 Photo submitted by Nobarnes24 on 10/13/2012
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.
Excellent golf course, so beautiful, so much fun!
Excellent golf course, so beautiful, so much fun! The course was in excellent condition. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The Starter managed to get me out earlier. The views of the coast are spectacular and I never get tiered of seeing them!
great lay out, beautiful views
Course is in great shape, the greens are perfect and you can't beat the scenery
Vacation
Check in smooth and fast. Starters were great. Friendly and put you at ease. Course well taken care of. Pace of play good. Views awesome
Enjoyable course when you pick the correct tees
Lucky for us it didn't rain which it usually does on the north side. It was windy. 6400 yards is usually driver short iron for me but the wind was constantly against us. Made the par 3s more challenging.
The course is absolutely gorgeous. It's in great shape. Unlike other Hawaii courses, this one doesn't seem to be tricked out with a beautiful yet impossible layout. I played well and found bunkers a few times. The greens were surprisingly NOT PGA fast which was more enjoyable.
They spaced us out into twosomes. We did front 9 in 1:45 with carts. The food place had a line which was the only bummer and slowed us down a full 15-20 minutes. Took us about 4:05 to play 18.
Makai means "toward the ocean" in Hawaii
The Princeville Makai lives up to its name on Kauai's north shore. It is ocean royalty.
The ocean holes are gorgeous. The 338-yard 14th over an ocean cove might be the best short par 4 ever designed by RTJII. Even after a successful tee shot, the second is a daunting flip wedge over a front bunker to a cliffside green.
Lost is the greatness of the ocean holes is the dramatic 3rd, a par 3 that plummets from an elevated tee to a green protected by a pond. The water-logged 18th is equally compelling, playing over a pond twice as a risk-reward par 5.
Lots of great holes and scenery for days out here. If your spouse or family don't play, it might be worth signing them up for a "sunset" tour around the course. It's a chance to share a special place with those who are special to you.
Always a nice experience
The only flaws at the course are due to Covid restrictions and reduced staffing. The personal attention, beverages and snacks, and bag handling have all been restricted. I phoned to clear up a tee time problem and was on hold for 32 minutes.
The course is in great condition though, and surprisingly sparse participation resulted in great pace of play. As always here, the round was a pleasure.
Not the Same Makai
Course really hasn’t aged well. For $200+ per person would choose Poipu over this most days. A few holes along the Ocean are amazing views but the overall condition of the course was disappointing
Great golf day
Played today with my wife and son. Course conditions were excellent. Beautiful layout. Great ocean views. Challenging holes from blue tees. Worth the $ to play. Very friendly staff and patrons
Amazing views!
The course over all was amazing! At the price point tho the rentals should be included for out of state players… especially because the green keeper told us they were last seasons rentals and they had not broken out the new seasons clubs they had available yet.
New greens keeper is doing an amazing job! Course was in great shape and the staff was very friendly. Definitely a great course and a fun time.
Best option in Princeville
I like this course. Not thrilled that they charged my wife to ride along with me even though I played as a single and they give you a cart.
Course is gorgeous and in great shape. Played it in 3 hours so pace of play was great considering there is some travel between more than a few holes
Saw some albatrosses which was cool.
Understanding that Hawaii is less than one month from reopening due to Covid-19 I think they are doing a great job.
Unforgettable Golf Experience in Kauai
Princeville Makai is a must-play golf course when visiting the beautiful island of Kauai! Makai checks all the boxes when detailing my experience playing this course for the first time. For starters, the staff was incredibly helpful and friendly. They were very welcoming to my wife and I, gave a great overview of the course and some of the holes to take note of, set us up with great Callaway rentals, and checked in with us throughout the round. Everyone from the starter to the ranger to the bev cart server to the management treated us like members for the day.
As for the course, a quick Google Image search should be all you need to know about the views and conditions of this Top #100 course. There are multiple vistas overlooking the Pacific, with a few breath-taking holes right along the coast (see my upload of hole #14). Greens, fairways, and tee-boxes were in excellent shape. The layout is spectacular as both 9's will bring you towards the ocean and provide you some tough tests along the way. As you approach the water, the wind can certainly impact your club decisions but we were lucky to have relatively calm conditions. The carts all have GPS so even as a first time visitor I was able to navigate the course with ease. Pace of play was great as well.
All in all it was a perfect day at the links, highly recommended!!
One of Hawaii's very best
What's not to like about the Makai course? It has some of the best ocean views in Hawaii, is always in good shape and most of all, it's interesting. But it's not just the ocean holes that make this a great golf experience. The inland holes are pretty special, too. For example, the par-3 third, which mimics the mountains and water in the background, is truly memorable with its near 100-foot drop. And the 18th, with the tee shot and approach over water, is as good a risk-reward par 5 as you will find anywhere. And then, of course, there are those ocean holes - more than half dozen of them, split between the front and back nines. Each are unique and all of them are memorable.
Great Course Best on Kauai
A near perfect resort course with generous fairways and manageable rough, this course offers a very enjoyable experience on all 18 holes. The course conditions were near perfect and I would expect that year round with the turf they have selected. Jaw Dropping views of mountain ranges and the ocean frame the majority of holes, the other holes feel like North Carolina, playing through tall pines. The course is far from a push over but you can definitely put up a good score. The most difficult holes are the Par 3s in my opinion which a few played a touch long with shallow greens. The staff was friendly and helpful and the rangers were some of the best I have ever been around.
Golf in Paradise
Princeville Makai Golf Club is in no uncertain terms, golf in Paradise. #1 Reason: You're in Kauii...the weather is a lot better than where you came from to play. #2 Reason: The golf course is always immaculate. When I play here, I am usually in the first group out (07:30). Even then, the tee boxes, fairways, bunkers and greens are ALWAYS ready for the days play. Depending on your skill level, you can be as challenged as you want to be (remember, though, you are on vacation!) from whichever tees you decide to play. The Course is fun to play, but you have to hit good shots to score well at Makaii. #3 Reason: The views are unforgettable. Starting with the Par 3 3rd hole overlooking the St. Regis Resort & Hanalei Bay, to #6 with you first look at the Pacific, which starts a 3 hole Ocean view stretch. Hole 12 begins another Ocean view for 3 holes. A reminder to all--even on the other holes, the Ocean isn't far out of the sight. #4 Reason: Staff is exceptionally friendly! From the front desk to the bag attendants to the starters...Excellent. If you make it to the Garden Isle of Kauii and you've packed your clubs, Princeville Makaii is a MUST PLAY! It's Bucket-list Golf. Thank you and Mahalo.
Pat Tobin