Best Golf Courses in Hawaii, Hawaii

Lahaina, Hawaii · Bill Coore & Ben Crenshaw (1991) · 18 holes · Par 73 · 7,596 yards

Host of the PGA Tour's Sentry Tournament of Champions, Kapalua Plantation is a Coore & Crenshaw design cascading down the slopes of the West Maui Mountains toward the Pacific Ocean. The dramatic elevation drops, sweeping ocean views, and wide fairways create one of the most exhilarating rounds in golf.

Kohala Coast, Hawaii · Robert Trent Jones Sr. (1964) · 18 holes · Par 72 · 7,370 yards

The course that started the Hawaii golf resort era, Mauna Kea was Robert Trent Jones Sr.'s masterpiece on the Big Island's Kohala Coast. The iconic par-3 3rd hole over a Pacific Ocean cove is among the most photographed holes in the world, and the lava-framed layout remains a must-play.

Kohala Coast, Hawaii · Robin Nelson & Rodney Wright (1981) · 18 holes · Par 72 · 6,938 yards

Set amid ancient lava fields on the Big Island's Kohala Coast, Mauna Lani South is famous for its dramatic par-3 15th hole played over the Pacific Ocean and ancient Hawaiian fishponds. The vivid contrast of emerald fairways against black lava rock creates an unforgettable visual experience.

Princeville, Hawaii · Robert Trent Jones Jr. (1971) · 18 holes · Par 72 · 7,223 yards

Perched on dramatic sea cliffs along Kauai's North Shore, Princeville Makai offers some of the most breathtaking ocean views in all of golf. Robert Trent Jones Jr.'s design features holes that play along Anini Beach, Hanalei Bay, and Bali Hai cliffs with the Na Pali Coast as a distant backdrop.

Kailua-Kona, Hawaii · David McLay Kidd (2003) · 18 holes · Par 72 · 7,253 yards

An ultra-exclusive David McLay Kidd design on the Kona Coast, Nanea is consistently ranked as the best golf course in Hawaii. The minimalist layout flows over ancient lava terrain with Pacific Ocean views, volcanic mountain backdrops, and a walking-only policy that emphasizes pure golf.

Kapolei, Hawaii · Ted Robinson (1990) · 18 holes · Par 72 · 6,867 yards

A Ted Robinson design on Oahu's west coast, Ko Olina features his signature water features with cascading waterfalls, tranquil lakes, and lush tropical landscaping. The resort course at the Four Seasons provides an accessible yet scenic Hawaiian golf experience just 30 minutes from Waikiki.

Koloa, Hawaii · Tom Weiskopf (2007) · 18 holes · Par 72 · 7,089 yards

A Tom Weiskopf design on Kauai's sunny south shore, Kukui'ula features a spectacular oceanfront routing through lush tropical vegetation with views of Poipu Beach and the Haupu Mountain Range. The layout includes dramatic cliff-edge holes and pristine resort conditioning.

Kailua-Kona, Hawaii · Jack Nicklaus (1996) · 18 holes · Par 72 · 7,117 yards

A Jack Nicklaus design at the Four Seasons Hualalai on the Big Island's Kona Coast, this course hosted the Champions Tour's Mitsubishi Electric Championship for over two decades. The layout traverses ancient lava flows with ocean views, volcanic rock walls, and tropical vegetation.