Playing Mauna Lani was the absolute highlight of my trip to the Big Island. From the moment we pulled up, the staff went above and beyond to make us feel welcome. Every single person we interacted with—from the bag drop crew to the pro shop and the starter—was incredibly kind, helpful, and genuinely full of aloha spirit. Since I didn’t travel with my bag, I was a bit nervous about renting, but their premium rental clubs were top-tier, pristine, and perfectly fit for my game. It completely took the stress out of the day. As for the course itself: the views are absolutely stunning. The contrast of the lush green fairways against the rugged black lava rock is beautiful enough, but when you hit the oceanfront holes (especially the iconic 15th over the water on the South Course), it is purely breathtaking. The course was in immaculate condition. I cannot recommend Mauna Lani enough—it is worth every single penny. A memorable experience from start to finish.

Played North Course, 6/29, 720 tee time. Property is absolutely gorgeous and meticulously maintained. Tee boxes, fairways and greens were all perfect. Divots were filled in pretty much everywhere. There is no shortage of beautiful views with rolling hills throughout and perfectly lined and strategically placed volcanic rock. Even though it's not the more scenic south course you still get a couple gorgeous ocean view holes with 9 and 10. Bunkers definitely add to the challenge and are strategically placed and clearly often replenished. Only small complaint was some latter holes on the back 9 still had punched greens from recent maintenance and the loose sand did heavily affect putting. Played as a solo with another solo and 3some in front of me. 3 some graciously let both of us pass by hole 3 and didn't see another soul in front of me until hole 16. Pace of play was great. They offer you complimentary balls, water, towels, tees and came by on the course a few times to see if you needed more water. Didn't use the driving range but appeared to be in good shape with a fantastic view of the mountains as a backdrop. Putting green was great offering numerous undulations for practicing. Rented a set of clubs which were in good condition. Mixed set of Taylormade Sim Irons and QI10 hybrid, woods and driver. Bit pricey for sure for an AM round but well worth the experience.

Played the south course and it was the most beautiful, scenic course I’ve ever laid eyes on. Challenging with the wind but we got lucky in the back 9. Friendly staff as well. Highly recommend, this is a must play if you’re on big island!

We played on North course. The course is great layout and some challenging. But the greens are very slow. I don’t know the differences between tee boxes and greens. That’s why I gave 3 stars.

Played the south course. Great course! Prepaid my round for 2 golfers. When I got there they adjusted for junior rate and rentals which I didnt expect. Very playable course and conditions were excellant.