Makalei Golf Club

Makua Lei Golf Course was honestly a letdown from start to finish. The course looked like it hadn’t been maintained in weeks, with dry, patchy fairways and greens that were so bumpy it felt impossible to putt properly. We had to wait way past our tee time with no explanation, and the pace of play was painfully slow the entire round. On top of that, the staff didn’t seem very helpful or welcoming, which just added to the frustration. The worst part, though, was that we got banned for something another group did, and they had no actual proof or willingness to hear us out when we tried to explain. For the price they charge, I expected a much better experience—definitely not somewhere I’d go back to anytime soon.

Makua Lei Golf Course was choke wild, eh. We stay waiting FOREVER fo start, like nobody even care. The greens all busted, look like they nevah get love in long time. Pro shop took so long, I swear they wen go lunch and come back. Den the cart paths? Shoots, was bad. Our cart stay hydroplaning all ova—I not even drifting, I like stay fighting fo my life. Tires all bald, no grip, nothing. An den you get the peacocks… brah, they stay acting like security. Plus choke pigeons EVERYWHERE—no shame, just standing there looking at you like “you like play or what?” Felt less like golf, more like bird convention. No worth it, I telling you.

Course was a lot different than we’ve had ever played on before. Staff is great a beautiful peacocks it did rain a little bit where we’re on the course. Definitely need a golf cart. Lotta hills would absolutely go back again.

Me and my family really wanted to like Makalei Golf Club because the location is absolutely beautiful, but unfortunately the course conditions didn’t live up to the price. The fairways and rough were very dry and brown, and the putting greens were in rough shape with weeds throughout and tons of hog holes, making them difficult to putt on. The bunkers also seemed largely unmaintained, with some barely having any sand at all. The staff was friendly enough, but overall felt a bit disengaged. There was also no beverage cart on the course. The marshal was kind enough to drive back and grab drinks for us, which we appreciated, but our order was mixed up twice. Makalei has incredible scenery and so much potential, which makes the experience even more disappointing. With better course maintenance and a little more attention to the overall guest experience, this could be a fantastic place to play. As it stands, I don’t feel the current conditions justify the green fee.

I thoroughly enjoyed Makalei Golf Club! Amazing holes! Launching the ball up and down beautiful hills. Breathtaking views. Challenging throughout! I'm grateful for this unique experience overlooking Kona. Wow!