Kauai is undoubtedly a golfer’s paradise. The Garden Island features five of Hawaii’s premier golf courses, showcasing some of the most picturesque and challenging layouts in the state.

Hokuala Resort Ocean Course

3351 Ho’olaulea Way
Lihue
808-241-6000
https://www.hokualakauai.com/

The Hokuala Resort provides the unique Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf experience on Kauai. Spanning 18 holes, the Ocean Course offers a distinctive style. Fairways wind along majestic ocean cliffs, high promontories, captivating lagoons, and showcase breathtaking views.

Vast arrays of exotic foliage enhance the challenging front nine, while the back nine present magnificent vistas of the Pacific Ocean and Kalapaki Bay.

In 2015, the Ocean Course was recognized as No. 10 in Hawaii by Golfweek magazine in their list of “Best Courses You Can Play” across states. Additionally, MSN Travel named it one of the “World’s Most Beautiful Golf Courses.”

Kiahuna Golf Club

2545 Kiahuna Plantation Drive
Koloa
808-742-9595
www.kiahunagolf.com

As a Po’ipu original, Kiahuna Golf Club presents a beautifully renovated 18-hole course nestled within the scenic Po’ipu landscape. It combines the stunning beauty of the islands with a rich historical narrative.

Designed by the renowned architect Robert Trent Jones, Jr., this course incorporates elements of an ancient Hawaiian village. Kiahuna Golf Club is also home to Joe’s on the Green, a beloved bar and restaurant that overlooks the course.

Poipu Bay Golf Course

2250 Ainako Street
Koloa
808-332-9151
www.poipubaygolf.com

Poipu Bay Golf Course is an 18-hole championship course covering 210 oceanfront acres beside the Hyatt Regency Kauai Resort & Spa. Crafted by Robert Trent Jones, Jr., this ocean links-style course features breathtaking views and offers a challenging yet rewarding golfing experience.

Over the years, Poipu Bay has garnered numerous accolades and consistently ranks among the top golf courses in Hawaii and the United States. Since 1994, it has hosted the prestigious PGA Grand Slam of Golf annually, solidifying its reputation in the golfing community.

Princeville Golf Club

5520 Ka Haku Road
Princeville
808-826-5000
www.princeville.com

Princeville Golf Club boasts the award-winning Prince and Makai courses, offering a total of 45 holes. The 18-hole Prince Course is one of only ten facilities in the U.S. to receive Five Stars from Golf Digest readers, and it ranks #1 in Hawaii.

Meanwhile, the Makai Course has been featured in Golf Digest’s list of America’s Greatest Golf Courses for 17 consecutive years. Both courses provide dramatic ocean and mountain views, artfully blended into their natural surroundings.

Puakea Golf Course

4315 Kalepa Road
Lihue
808-245-8756
www.puakeagolf.com

Picture yourself standing at the first tee, with a stunning view of the Pacific Ocean ahead and Mount Haupu towering behind. This is the Puakea Golf Course. Designed by Hawaii’s eminent golf course architect, Robin Nelson, this course plays around deep ravines and streams, fed by fresh mountain rain.

The inspiring terrain and serene mountain backdrop contribute to the varied play under differing weather conditions of wind and rain. Nelson’s masterful design not only guides players on routes for achieving pars but also tempts them to attempt thrilling birdies that can easily turn into bogies or worse.

Other Courses

Beyond the aforementioned courses, Kauai houses two additional golfing options. The Kukuiolono Golf Course is a nine-hole course located at 854 Pu’u Road in Kalaheo, with an incredibly low greens fee of only $8. Alternatively, the Wailua Municipal Golf Course, situated at 3-5350 Kuhio Highway in Lihue, stands as the island’s only 18-hole municipal course, featuring greens fees ranging from $16 to $32.