Manele Golf Course
Lanai City
Hawaii 96763
The Manele Golf Course (formerly known as Challenge at Manele) is a visually stunning golf course that is painted a rainbow of colors from black lava outcroppings to red cliffs that tumble towards the blue sea to the pristine white sand traps that dot the lush green coastline.
The Manele Golf Course (formerly known as Challenge at Manele) is a visually stunning golf course that is painted a rainbow of colors from black lava outcroppings to red cliffs that tumble towards the blue sea to the pristine white sand traps that dot the lush green coastline. The course plays high above the crashing waves of Hulopoe Bay, featuring three holes that play along 200-foot cliffs with the Pacific Ocean as a hazard. This Jack Nicklaus-designed course has a target-style layout that forces golfers to remain sharp and slice-free. The golf course has an interesting variety of short par 4s, testing par 5s, and a total of nine doglegs. Thanks to its seaside location, the course's routing is dictated by the prevailing winds. The Manele Golf Course signature hole is the 12th, notoriously known for the demanding carry it requires across 200 yards of churning waves.
See also
Articles:
- The Challenge at Manele: Stunning views from a stunning golf course
- Jack Nicklaus' Challenge at Manele golf course in Hawaii: A challenge with a view
- Golfers can escape the crowds at The Challenge at Manele on Lanai
- Gallery: Hawaii's best? The cliffs and scenery at Manele Golf Course make for a strong case on Lana'i
Golf course details
- Holes: 18
- Designed by: David Heatwole, Jack Nicklaus, Thomas Pearson
- Public/Private: Resort
- Year opened: 1993
- Golf Season: Year round
- Guest Policy: Limited non member play
- Tee times welcomed: Yes
- Fairways: Bermuda Grass
- Greens: Bermuda Grass
Facilities
- Pro in house: Yes
- Driving range: Yes
- Rental clubs: Yes
- Rental carts: Yes
Green fees price ranges
- Week days: $350 - $425
- Weekends: $350 - $425
Course policies
- Metal spikes allowed: No
- Dress code:
- Credit cards accepted: VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed
Length, slope and rating for each tee
| Tee | Par | Yardage | Slope | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nicklaus | 72 | 7039 | 135 | 73.7 |
| Red | 72 | 5024 | 115 | 64.6 |
| Gold | 72 | 6684 | 130 | 71.1 |
| Blue | 72 | 6310 | 126 | 70.4 |
| Red (W) | 72 | 5024 | 119 | 68.8 |
| White (W) | 72 | 5847 | 129 | 73.2 |
| White | 72 | 5847 | 123 | 68.3 |
Reader Ratings / Reviews
- This is the nicest golf course I have ever played. My wife and I were staying in Maui, and ferried over to this course and stayed at the 4 Seasons. I have always wanted to play Pebble Beach, but I can't believe it could be any nicer than this course. Unbelievable ocean views from almost every hole. We played 18 holes, had lunch, then played another 18. Golf Nirvana!!
- I played 36 holes on the Challenge and have to say this is one of the best courses I've ever played.
It is also one of the most challenging with ample opportunities to test both your ability and course management.
At the end of day, who really cares what you shot. The memories of the breath-taking views is the really prize!
If you played one golf course in your life...this would be it! - This is my favorite course in Hawaii. The views are spectacular from just about anywhere on the course. The staff provided excellent service through out the round. The warm up area is well equipped and has a nice view out to the Four Seasons resort. The course conditions were excellent and there are enough tee boxes for any level of player. The 12th and 17th holes are worth the trip by themselves. the 12th is a long par3 over the cliffs and ocean and the 17th is a long par4 with the same type of drive over the ocean and cliffs. If you go to Lana'i you have to play this course!!