Hawaii
Kapalua Resort is located in Lahaina on Maui’s northwest coast, about a 1-hour transfer from Kahului Airport (OGG). The resort features two notable courses: the Plantation Course, known for its significant elevation changes and as the annual PGA TOUR season opener venue, and the Bay Course, which offers coastal holes and is more accessible for a range of skill levels. Access is by flight to Maui followed by ground transfer. A 7-night stay is ideal to experience both courses. Kapalua suits golfers seeking varied layouts and scenic Pacific views.
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Kapalua Resort in Maui offers two notable golf courses: the Plantation Course, designed by Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw, known for its significant elevation changes and Pacific Ocean views, and the Bay Course, a coastal layout by Arnold Palmer and Francis Duane. The Plantation Course is the annual host of the PGA TOUR season opener, highlighting its championship quality. The resort is accessible via a one-hour transfer from Kahului Airport, making it practical for travelers. Kapalua distinguishes itself with year-round playability, scenic landscapes, and a combination of challenging and more approachable golf experiences.
Resort condos and villas, nearby Ritz Carlton Kapalua, beach access, hiking trails and restaurants.
The nearest major airport to Kapalua Resort is Kahului Airport (OGG) on Maui. The drive from Kahului Airport to Kapalua typically takes about 1 hour under normal traffic conditions. The most common transfer mode is by rental car, though taxis and private shuttles are also available.
Kapalua Resort is about a one-hour drive from Kahului Airport (OGG), Maui’s main airport. Most visitors rent a car or arrange a transfer for the journey.
Kapalua Resort features two 18-hole courses: the Plantation Course, designed by Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw, and the Bay Course, designed by Arnold Palmer and Francis Duane.
The best months to visit Kapalua for golf are mid-December through March, but the resort offers excellent playing conditions year-round.
The Bay Course is generally considered more approachable for a wider range of skill levels, while the Plantation Course is more challenging due to significant elevation changes.
Yes, both the Plantation and Bay Courses offer golf cart rentals for all players.
A standard round at Kapalua usually takes about 4 hours and 30 minutes, depending on group size and pace of play.
The Plantation Course is renowned for its dramatic elevation changes, panoramic Pacific Ocean views, and for hosting the PGA TOUR’s season-opening event each January.
Maui, United States
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