Puakea Golf Course (Lihue, Hawaii)

Golf Course Review by: Bill Satterfield

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The Takeaway: Puakea may not get the headlines other Hawaii courses get, but it features a great design highlighted by the holes tucked away from the development. More affordable than most courses on the island and the most convenient to the airport, Puakea doesn’t disappoint. Grade B-

Quick Facts

Designer: Robin Nelson (10 holes in 1997, rest of the holes in 2003)

Cost: $59.00 - $99.00 Click for current rates

Phone Number: (808) 245-8756

Course Website: Official Website - Visit Puakea Golf Course's official website by clicking on the link provided.

Directions: Get here! - 4150 Nuhou Street, Lihue, Hawaii 96766 – UNITED STATES

Photos: See additional photos of Puakea Golf Course

What to Expect: Puakea is located in the southeast portion of Kauai near the Lihue airport. Convenient to shopping, transportation, and the island’s largest population base make Puakea and their attractive rates a destination for locals and visitors. The front nine is relatively flat and open before diving off on the severely downhill signature hole. The back nine features more dramatic and secluded terrain with natural ravines, some water features, and some jungle thrown into the mix. The beige orange sand in the bunkers is native to the area while Bermuda grass is the dominant turf. Conditioning is good, but not outstanding. While not of the same caliber as Poipu Bay or the courses in Princeville, Puakea does deliver some great holes at half the price and is well worth playing while in Kauai.