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    Arnold Palmer Course

    4.5 (4 reviews)

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    Kahuku Golf Course

    Kahuku Golf Course

    3.7
    (42 reviews)
    3.7 mi

    I only had to pay $16 to play here (that is the Kama'ina--or "local person"-- rate). So...They say…read morein life, "You get what you pay for..." (sudden dramatic pause). I bet, at this point, you are thinking, "That lead-in makes it sound like this guy about to write a really negative review... and I bet he is about to mercilessly criticize Kahuku." But hold-on there, reader!!! ...let me finish. So, like I said, they say, "In life, You get what you pay for"... but sometimes an experience transcends the moment. And sometimes, (dramatic pause)...when the stars align just right, something that you pay for ends up being worth a thousand times more than what you pull out of your wallet. Golfing at Kahuku, *if you go with the right mind-set, has high potential to one of those times. I don't think Yelp allows swear words, so I shall substitute the English language word that we often use to emphasize how much we like (or hate) something with another word. The word that will be used is the Hawaiian word, "moekolohe" and it has similar meaning to our beloved "f-bomb", but is not as crass. I liked playing at Kahuku so-moekolohe much! Here are my moekoleohe reasons! 1. The setting: this place is nestled between the shores of the Pacific and the Northern-most part of the Ko'olau mountain range. It is so moekolohe beautiful here. 2. The staff is wonderful. I called the course the day before I played and the young lady who answered the phone was exceptionally pleasant. She had a warmth that came through the phone lines, and I here-by nominate her as the poster-girl for the Aloha spirit that the islands are known for. The elderly-ish gentleman who was working the pro shop when I arrived the next morning, was also great. Both emplyees spoke articulately, but a "splash" of the local pidgin dialect occasionally slipped out in as they talked (*kinda like how the "southern drawn" can be heard if one travels to that part of the US). I loved it and immediately feel a delight and warmth for the speakers when I hear it. 3. Old school charm--the pro shop is set up in a beat-up old trailer, the course a little "rough and ready". It is a classic links-style course--which follows the natural landscapes of the coast. It was windy--no surprise as it is right on the ocean. The fairways are far from lush (but in their defense, I played here at the end of a long hot summer, and the course was more than ready for and in much need of the upcoming rainy season). And finally, the putting surfaces were not perfect and probably are the reason I missed a few putts (yeah, that's the reason I missed those putts...not because 3 or 4 three-putts are what I usually do per round. yeah, it was the putting surface). 4. The players that I interacted with were super friendly and charming. It is a 9-hole walking course and players can be seen pushing their clubs over hill and dale. The players that I was around on this day extended respect and numerous courtesies, such as: allowing faster players to move past, two guys stopped playing and helped me find a slightly errant ball when it rolled onto their adjacent fairway. All that I saw made their way around the course at a, "steady-paced ready-golf " style of play. When a storm rolled in and it forced everyone to stop play (it was really coming down for about 15 minutes), I found shelter under some trees where an elderly Japanese business man and his son and I commiserated in the gail. But I was loving every minute of it. My words are not flowing very well and I feel that my command of the English Language is failing me....I had hoped to share that I found this place utterly charming and an extreme joy to experience, but upon re-reading what I have typed out so far, I kinda feel like I am not able to find the words to describe how much joy I felt from coming here. (everytime I come back to the islands, someone has suggested that I give this place a try). Let's just say that I don't think that there are too many places like this left in the golf world, but I do know that Kahuku has a charm that is unique and special. So... If you find yourself on Oahu and you happen to like golf... then get your moekolohe-butt out here and soak in something that will be memorable and unique--as well as something to tell your golf buddies about back home on the mainland (or if you are local and have not tried this place, what the moekolohe are you waiting for?

    I wish I could say it was great. The ocean background is beautiful but the course has no grass…read more Most of the greens had sprinklers going so you got wet or picked up your ball. Won't ever go back again.

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    Just savor the moment.
    Just savor the moment.
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    Kahuku Golf Course by Smartgolfcourses™
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    Turtle Bay Golf

    Turtle Bay Golf

    3.5
    (126 reviews)
    0.1 mi

    About as nice of a golf experience as can be had. I played the Palmer side yesterday and enjoyed…read moreeverything about it. The course is beautifully and immaculately maintained. It's also pretty-challenging--but I played well and did a little fist pumping on more than a few holes as long putts ran true, a sand save was had, and 5 of the holes are now, "my beyaches" (meaning, I got a par on them). And, of course, TURTLE BAY is located in an exceptionally beautiful spot between the Ko'olau mountain range and the sea, Everyone on the staff that I interacted with-- from the customer service guys who first greet you and set up your clubs, to the refreshment cart girl, to the pro shop crew, to the maintenance guys working on the course-- even the staff in the adjoining restaurant (Lei Lei's) were exceptional in all ways. Everyone, during my visit, was super-welcoming, informative, professional, and exuded a genuinely warm and caring energy. I take my dad's old set of clubs out about once a year (he passed a few years ago), as this allows him and I to "metaphorically" play a round of 18 with each other again. I thought it appropriate to go somewhere kinda special for the occasion, and since Turtle Bay was on my "golf bucket-list" of places that hoped to try before hanging up my putter for good, this is where I headed. It goes without saying that am glad that I went. I don't want to brag, but..."Together", my dad and I may have set the course record... but then I had to play the back nine. (sorry, I had to slip in that dad joke). Even at the Kama'ina rate, It was a bit of a splurge (I am a public golf course/deal-finder kind of a guy), but every now and again, I feel that there is value in treating oneself to something nice. This was one such moment and it will be cherished and remembered fondly.

    Front nine is more challenging than the back 9. The many (maybe too many) sand traps and many…read morewater hazards can frustrate a mid to high handicap player. If you're a bogey golf visitor just go with the flow and don't worry about losing too many golf balls. Play and enjoy. The course condition, January 2025, is quite good. Fairway grass is nice texture and mowed well. The rough is not too punishing. There's lots of moguls, the terrain can be roly-poly on some holes. It's more interesting than fear inspiring. Putting greens are smooth, though not fast. I'd say the greens average 9 on the Stimp scale. Practice putting green is excellent condition. It's a good facsimile of the course. Driving range balls are included with the green fee. The balls are in excellent condition. Bag drop guys are friendly and helpful. Same with pro shop check in person. Pro shop is pretty basic. Mostly apparel. The good stuff. Luxe resort prices. Location is quite a schlep from Waikiki. Took us an hour to drive here. There are plenty of Honolulu area golf courses that are less expensive and just as much fun. But if you are staying in Turtle Bay, of course you must play here.

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    Waimea Valley

    Waimea Valley

    4.3
    (835 reviews)
    5.9 mi

    This place honestly feels like walking straight into a movie scene. It's the kind of waterfall…read moreexperience where you actually get to swim underneath it, which makes it feel way more interactive than most nature spots. The walk in is very easy and accessible, and I liked that they offer a golf cart option for people who need it. Everything is really well maintained, and it feels safe but still natural. It's stunning from start to finish and really captures the essence of Hawaii in a very effortless way.

    Checked out Waimea Falls recently and thought it was a nice, easy spot to spend a couple hours. The…read moretrail itself is fully paved and mostly flat the entire way, so it feels more like a relaxing walk than a hike. I think it's around 2 miles total. Along the path there are concession stands and places to stop, and at the waterfall there's also a small shop with clothes and other touristy stuff. The waterfall area was pretty organized. People were swimming when I went, and there were lifeguards on duty the whole time. Everyone has to wear a life vest, which they provide, even with the lifeguards there. There are steps and areas around the water where people can sit, leave their belongings, or just watch family members swim. One thing I liked was that the place had a little more going on than just the trail itself. Near the entrance there are small restaurants and souvenir shops, and while I was walking back there was a dance presentation happening at the amphitheater. You do have to pay for entry to the trail, but overall it was a decent experience if you want an easy walk and a place to cool off for a bit.

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    One of the waterfalls at Waimea Valley
    One of the waterfalls at Waimea Valley
    Passed through on the way to pipeline.
    Passed through on the way to pipeline.
    Swimming by the falls.

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    Swimming by the falls.
    Ko Olina Golf Club

    Ko Olina Golf Club

    4.2
    (244 reviews)
    26.3 mi
    $$$

    Visiting and staying in the Ko Olina area, we knew we had to play one of the premier courses on the…read moreisland of Oahu. They were running a special for $225/player (normally $275) with a 10-day advanced booking. They need a credit card to hold the reservation and you pay upon arrival. We had a 10:50 tee time and everything ran on time and check-in was smooth. Once checked-in, you'll present your receipt to the staffer who will give you a small bucket of balls. They took our clubs at the parking lot stand and placed the clubs on our cart. We grabbed a few clubs and walked over to the grass range, which was in decent shape. The course is great for all skill levels because it's pretty wide open and very well manicured. The rough is cut down pretty low so even if you miss the fairway, you still gotta shot at it. Playing the blues, the course is pretty long but manageable. The greens were in great shape and bunkers were great looking, although luckily I didn't have to play out of any of them. While it's a well maintained course, I thought the layout was kinda boring and predictable. Lots of good views and photo ops around the course, although the course has minimal ocean views. We had some vouchers from our hotel which we could use at the pro shop but not the snack bar. We ended up with a couple of bag tags, ball markers and a logo ball (gift set) which they engrave your name in the bag tag which is pretty cool for $20 for everything. The rest of the pro shop is pretty pricey though. Overall, glad we got to play it. I think the price point is what would keep me from playing again, but it's hard to beat when it's less than 5 minutes from our hotel. We got paired with a great couple, shout out Chuck and Cindy who were also visiting. It made for a memorable and fun day out on the course.

    Everyone was great ! Course was amazing!…read moreThe facilities was top notch and can't wait to return.

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    Hole 1
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    Moanalua Golf Club

    Moanalua Golf Club

    3.9
    (59 reviews)
    24.2 mi

    This is a review of the golf course restaurant…read more This is a wonderful lunch place even for the non-golfer like me! The staff is very friendly and helpful with menu selections. On the day I went, they didn't have French fries as an option that is listed on the menu. If I recall, that was the case several months ago when I went there. But not to be at all disappointed when I was given a really delicious mixed green salad with fresh strawberry slices and craisins with a very yummy salad dressing. It was the more nutritious choice, so even though it was my plan B, it'll be my plan A option next time! Back to my entree. I had the loco moco. It came with a generous hand-made burger with brown gravy and a scoop of brown/white rice. The sunny side egg was perfectly cooked. I had some of the fish sandwich too. It was just as delicious as the last 2 times I got it. The fish was a thick slice that was lightly egg battered. The brioch bun was so soft and tasty. I loved that there was tomato and lettuce on it. A deluxe fish sandwich! I really like it! They were setting up for a private event with cloth covered chairs. Maybe a good idea to look into that for a future event. The restaurant is set up with a few chairs, a side room that was set up with long tables with chairs, and there's a bar with several bar stools. I've not ever seen the bar empty. Next time you're in the Moanalua Valley area, check it out!

    This place is a hidden little gem. I come here for twilight and can get through 9 holes in a hour…read moreand 20 mins. It's extremely affordable and also the oldest course in Hawaii. Beautiful views and the staff here is amazing as well. I never book my tee time. I just show up and they always manage to squeeze me in even if they're busy. Great place all around with a rich history. If you're in Hawaii and want to golf on a budget, this place won't disappoint.

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    Moanalua Golf Club by Smartgolfcourses
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