via Google1🏆 4 award winnersMaui
Nearest metro: Kahului (OGG)
Editorial writeup coming in the next pass.
14 courses·$$$$·$1,750/golfer
Marquee: Kapalua - The Plantation Course
2 destinations · 13 catalog courses · 6 nationally ranked
Best Golf Courses in Hawaii
Hawaii carries 2 destinations in Scramble's catalog covering 13 independently researched courses, with the strongest trip-planning anchors ranked below. Pricing, weather, and primary airports are all real, pulled from the catalog at build time.
Every Hawaii destination, ranked
Sorted by national-ranking depth, then catalog course count.
| # | Destination | Nearest airport | Courses | Peak greens fee | Price band |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maui | OGG (Kahului) | 5 must-play / 14 total | $175–$475 | $$$$ |
| 2 | Big Island (Hawaii) | KOA (Kailua-Kona) | 5 must-play / 13 total | $125–$285 | $$$ |
Where is the best golf in Hawaii?
Kapalua - The Plantation Course at Maui is the strongest catalog course in Hawaii, earning America's 100 Greatest Public Courses on national rankings. Hawaii carries 6 nationally ranked courses in Scramble's catalog overall, so the choice between them depends on what trip you're planning.
The Hawaii destination lineup
Hawaii destinations
via Google1🏆 4 award winners
via Google2🏆 2 award winnersBig Island (Hawaii)
Nearest metro: Kailua-Kona (KOA)
Editorial writeup coming in the next pass.
13 courses·$$$·$1,750/golfer
Marquee: Mauna Kea Golf Course
When to plan a Hawaii golf trip
The strongest months for golf in Hawaii are Apr, May, Jun, Jul, based on 20-year playability scores combining temperature and precipitation across the state's destinations. Tee-time inventory and rate stacking both tighten as those windows fill; book early in your preferred month rather than late, especially for the marquee courses.
Frequently asked questions about golf in Hawaii
Is Hawaii a good state for a golf trip?
Yes, decisively. Hawaii has 2 destinations in Scramble's catalog covering 13 independently researched courses, including 6 courses ranked on national best-of lists. Maui anchors the state catalog, with neighboring destinations rounding out a long-weekend or full-week itinerary depending on group size.
How much does a Hawaii golf trip cost?
A 3-round, 4-golfer trip to Hawaii runs about $1,750 per person on average across the state's 2 destinations, with mid-range ($$) lodging. Flights are excluded since they depend on your home airport. Use the trip calculator on any destination's page to lock in the actual number for your group.
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This page ranks every Hawaii destination in Scramble's catalog by national-ranking depth, must-play course count, and total catalog course count, with editorial overrides where the auto-rank misses something. Trip cost is computed by sample-planning a 3-round, 4-golfer trip at mid-range ($$) lodging for each destination. Weather scores combine 20-year temperature and precipitation data.
Published June 2026. Updated when the data or Scramble’s recommendations change.