Royal Hawaiian Golf Club
Nestled at the base of the Ko'olau Mountains in Oahu, Royal Hawaiian Golf Club enjoys a stunning tropical setting framed by ancient jungle trees that climb to more than 100 feet tall.
Nestled at the base of the Ko'olau Mountains in Oahu, Royal Hawaiian Golf Club enjoys a stunning tropical setting framed by ancient jungle trees that climb to more than 100 feet tall. The father-and-son team of Pete and Perry Dye designed the course. There are many telltale signs that this is a Dye course, from the many elevation changes to the varied bunker styles that are utilized throughout. The round begins with stunning views as you plunge downhill into the Maunawili Valley. There are more trees and narrower fairways on the front nine, contrasting nicely with the wide-open back nine. Royal Hawaiian Golf Club's back plays towards the mouth of the valley, offering a view of the mountains and sparkling blue Pacific waters in the distance. It's not an overly punishing golf course but locals and visitors alike have called it the toughest and most scenic course you'll find on Oahu.
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Golf course details
- Holes: 18
- Designed by: Perry Dye, Pete Dye
- Public/Private: Semi-Private
- Year opened: 1993
- Golf Season: Year round
- Guest Policy: Open
- Tee times welcomed: Yes
- Fairways: Bermuda Grass
- Greens: Platinum Paspalum Grass
Facilities
- Pro in house: Yes
- Driving range: Yes
- Rental clubs: Yes
- Rental carts: Yes
Green fees price ranges
- Week days: $35 - $155
- Weekends: $40 - $155
- Tee times from $40 - Check prices
Course policies
- Metal spikes allowed: No
- Dress code:
- Credit cards accepted: VISA, MasterCard, Amex, Discover Welcomed
Length, slope and rating for each tee
| Tee | Par | Yardage | Slope | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold | 72 | 6609 | 138 | 73.1 |
| Black | 72 | 6086 | 132 | 71.5 |
| White | 72 | 6432 | 130 | 71.6 |
| Blue | 72 | 5541 | 128 | 67.7 |
| Green (W) | 72 | 5200 | 136 | 71.3 |
| Red | 72 | 4583 | 101 | 62.1 |
| Red (W) | 72 | 4583 | 119 | 67.3 |
| Green | 72 | 5200 | 117 | 65.2 |
Reader Ratings / Reviews
- This is what golf in Hawaii is all about. There are other courses on the island that are way more expensive but don't give you anywhere near the same experience. Eric from HiGolfGuide recommended this course to me, and even gave me free transportation from my hotel. If you only have one course to play on Oahu, do yourself a favor and play here. You will not be disappointed.
- Lucky we live Hawaii... Luana Hills is just as good as the Prince course on Kauai. Course rating for Prince Course is 157, Although Luana Hills is a little shorter in length from the blues, it's still kicks ass..... My only issue with This course is they charge too much for riders only. My wife and I'm and I'm sure others visitors as we'll, their wives would really love the Beauty of the course and shear Beauty of the surroundings. This could eventually lead these women into learning how to play, which increases revenue. Let's say your a single player, you have an extra seat, why would you charge for the wife to watch her husband play golf. Maybe some women never have seen their spouses play golf, or the gorgeous course we play. I hope you see my point. Share the beauty of Hawaii for riders of paying players by letting ride for FREE........
- If you're in Oahu, you have to play this course. It's been a couple years but not only is this a gorgeous golf course..it's one of the most beautiful spots I've ever visited.
My father-in-law and I had a blast playing this course and, if I remember correctly, we didn't score all that badly either. Played five courses in Oahu and Maui and this one I'll never forget. - What an amazing course.Over on holiday and highly recommend playing this great layout. Excellent service by pro shop staff,very efficient.This course would suit golfers on low to high handicaps.Course was in excellent condition.Front nine challenging but also very forgiving if hitting a wayward drive.Back nine is like you are in another world,just like Jurassic park scenery.Back nine is a lot tougher and you have to be fairly accurate with tee shots,best to use 3 wood or rescue club from the tee on most holes.Unless you want to risk it and let it rip which is quite rewarding if it works.Overall I would rate this course 5 stars and recommend it to any golfer.
- This golf course is a treat, and each time I play it I wonder why I don't play it more often. The scenery is jungly and you're taken away from any type of urban thoughts as you make your way around 18 holes of distracting greenery. The grass on a few greens was clumpy and dying, and the range and 10th hole were closed for renovation last time I played which is why it's only getting 4 stars.
- The course gas undergone some major changes since March of this year when Hawaiian Golf Properties took them over. They've got a PB Dye/Pete Dye monster deep inside the Maunawili Valley. They have taken the weed whackers out and cut back a lot of what used to be the bush lines. They're trying as much as possible to make the course more user-friendly. They're widening up the fairways and cutting down trees in the right spots. The greens are the last bent grass greens on Oahu. The cool moist Kailua climate allows for the grass to flourish there. But the slopes and undulations are wicked. The Dye boys are notorious for intricate greens, and these are amongst the most undulated anywhere. Everyone always complains about losing balls. Hit it straight then!! You don't need to pull driver on every hole. Just keep it in play and you can score here.
- I love this place and play as often as I can. While it's short, it is target golf throughout! When my game goes astray, this place brings it back in line. The customer service is top notch, I have never seen it backed up and the course is beautiful! One of my favorites on Oahu! Don't forget to ask for the military rate if you serve!
- Like an aging Hollywood movie star,Luana Hills has seen better days. Her exterior is shabby and faded but head out onto the links and her beauty and charm will ensnare you instantly. Each hole is interesting in it's own right, offering all sorts of challanges (including a 401 yard Par 5, which is demonic in its simplicity) Not as difficult as its neighbor Ko'olau, Luana Hills is it's own beast, a typical Pete Dye course...always out to get you. Give it a try, I thimk you'll likr it once you put the shabby facade behind you.