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Two Islands, Two Philosophies of Golf
Beyond the bustle of the four main islands lie two jewels that offer the most profound contrast in Hawaiian golf. On Lānaʻi, you will find an exclusive, world-ranked masterpiece that defines modern luxury. On Molokaʻi, you will find the unadorned soul of the game—pure, unpretentious, and utterly unforgettable.
The juxtaposition of these two islands reveals the beautiful duality of "luxury" in Hawaiian golf. One definition is found at Manele: flawless conditioning, exclusive access, and every possible amenity. The other is found at Ironwood Hills: the luxury of simplicity, of solitude, of hearing nothing but the wind in the ironwood trees.
These neighbor islands offer golf's ultimate contrasts: world-class luxury on Lānaʻi and authentic simplicity on Molokaʻi. Both provide profound connections to the Hawaiian spirit in completely different ways.
Two Unforgettable Golf Experiences
Lānaʻi's Crown Jewel: The Manele Golf Course
Exclusive Resort $$$$ Lānaʻi
The Experience: This is golf as a luxury art form. The Jack Nicklaus Signature Manele Golf Course is consistently ranked among the best resort courses in the world, and play is limited exclusively to guests of the Four Seasons Resort Lānaʻi.
Dramatic Setting: The course is built on dramatic lava outcroppings high above the crashing surf of Hulopoʻe Bay. Its defining feature is a trio of holes perched on 200-foot seaside cliffs, where the vast Pacific Ocean serves as the world's most beautiful and intimidating water hazard.
Unparalleled Views: Every single hole on the course offers a majestic ocean view, creating a visual feast that matches the challenging golf experience.
World-Class Exclusivity
- • Four Seasons Resort Lānaʻi guests only
- • Consistently world-ranked resort course
- • 200-foot seaside cliffs setting
- • Jack Nicklaus Signature design
- • Ocean views from every hole
Premium Pricing & Packages
- • Standard round: $550
- • "Manele Take Two" packages available
- • Tesla rental and resort perks included
- • Multi-day experiences from $1,290
- • Ultimate luxury golf destination
Molokaʻi's Soulful Round: Ironwood Hills Golf Course
Public $ Molokaʻi
The Experience: If Manele is a symphony, Ironwood Hills is a single, perfectly played acoustic chord. It is the antithesis of the modern resort course and a direct connection to the heart of golf in Hawaiʻi.
Pure Simplicity: This charming 9-hole, upcountry course is Molokaʻi's only golf facility. There is no clubhouse, no golf pro, and no tee times—you just show up and play. The vibe is completely relaxed.
Historic Roots: The course, a descendant of an original plantation course from 1938, sits on sloping land high in central Molokaʻi, offering expansive views of the island's towering sea cliffs and, on a clear day, the island of Oʻahu across the channel.
The Luxury of Simplicity
What You'll Find
- • 9-hole upcountry course
- • No clubhouse or pro shop
- • No tee times - just show up
- • Expansive sea cliff views
- • Views of Oʻahu on clear days
Incredible Value
- • Green fee: $36 for 18 holes
- • One of America's best golf values
- • Historic 1938 plantation origins
- • Completely relaxed atmosphere
- • Pure golf for its own sake
Two Definitions of Luxury in Golf
🏆 The Manele Experience
- • Flawless conditioning and maintenance
- • Exclusive access and privacy
- • Every possible amenity and service
- • World-class resort integration
- • Perfectly curated golf experience
- • Dramatic cliff-side ocean holes
"The luxury of perfection and exclusivity"
🌿 The Ironwood Hills Experience
- • The luxury of simplicity
- • Complete solitude and peace
- • Wind in the ironwood trees
- • Honest, unpretentious golf
- • Playing for the pure love of the game
- • Authentic Hawaiian rural experience
"The luxury of authenticity and simplicity"
Which one is "better" is a question only you can answer. Both offer profound connections to the Hawaiian spirit in completely different ways.
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ℹ️ Neighbor Islands Facts
- Lānaʻi Courses: 1 (exclusive)
- Molokaʻi Courses: 1 (9-hole)
- Manele Designer: Jack Nicklaus
- Ironwood Hills: Since 1938
- Best Value: Ironwood Hills $36
✈️ Getting There
Lānaʻi Access
Four Seasons Resort guests only. Daily flights from Honolulu or ferry from Maui.
Molokaʻi Access
Daily flights from Honolulu or Maui. Car rental recommended for course access.
⭐ What Makes Them Special
- Ultimate luxury vs. pure simplicity
- World's most exclusive vs. most accessible
- Cliff-side ocean drama vs. rural tranquility
- Resort perfection vs. authentic Hawaii
- Both offer profound golf experiences
