KONA is at the very heart of what is considered to be the “golf capital’ of Hawaii. The Big Island offer unique championship course designs suitable for all experience levels. Drive the ball over ancient lava flows or through historic landmarks, all while taking in the magnificent Kona Coast views. We have compiled a list of the Top 3 Golf Courses in Kona Hawaii that are sure to help get your vacation down to a tee.
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Kona Country Club
Ranked a “Top 100 Greatest Public Course by Golf Digest”, Kona Country Club provides the perfect environment for golf. This 18 hole championship course offers wide, lush fairways, and does a fabulous job of incorporating the natural settings and spectacular views of the pacific ocean.
Catch a glimpse of the blowhole at hole #13 and be sure to be on the lookout for Humpback whales from November through March.
Kona Country Club is conveniently located near hotels and vacation condos just 6 miles from downtown Kailua-Kona.
Makani Golf Club
This public, 18 hole, par 72 golf course is a true Hawaiian gem. Makani Golf Club has made it onto the top-10 lists all over since it first opened. Situated on the lower slopes of Mauna Kea volcano, the course offers golfers a cooler climate, refreshing breezes, and sweeping views of the ocean and the surrounding mountains.
Notably one of the most unique golf courses in Kona Hawaii, highlights for this course include moderate trade winds, spectacular views, and country club-style landing areas. This magnificent course will surely inspire your game.
Public tee times are open daily to all visitors. Visit Makani Golf Club for both great rates and an incredible golf experience in Kona.
Makalei Golf Course
The par 72 golf scenic course offers a lush forested alternative to the island’s coastal golf courses. Golf enthusiasts appreciate the native flora and fauna found at Makalei Golf Club Kona in addition to the many peacocks, pheasants, wild turkeys and other wildlife that can be spotted here.
At an elevation range of 1,800 to 2,850 feet, Makalei provides for spectacular views of Hawaii Island including one of Mount Haleakala on the island of Maui.
Notable features on the course include lava tubes, cinder cones and a century old stone wall. Makalei is just a short drive from the Kona International Airport and is easily accessible. One of the most affordable, yet unique golf courses on the island, Makalei offers a fun, yet challenging experience for golfers of all skill levels.
Tee Time in Kona
Which Hawaiian island is best for golf? No contest….the Big Island is the best Hawaiian Island for golf! With readily accessible resort courses as well as daily fee courses, Kona as compared to the other major islands leaves the others coming up way short.
If you are planning a trip to Kona that will include a bit of tee time, know that all Kona Coast pro shops rent quality equipment, so you don’t have to worry about transporting your clubs. Tee times at the golf courses in Kona Hawaii listed above do vary and course in Kona are always in high demand, so be sure to make reservations as soon as possible.
Contact Casago Kona today to book your vacation accommodations and start planning for some tee time in Kona Hawaii!
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Casago Kona
75-5870 Kahakai Rd Kailua Kona, HI 96740
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