I've spent enough time around golf facilities to appreciate the difference between a place that's…read morebuilt around the game and one that's built around the experience. Bay View strikes an impressive balance between the two. The ball-tracking technology is excellent, the bays are well maintained, and whether you're dialing in wedges, working on dispersion, or just enjoying a casual round with friends, everything works exactly as it should. I've been to Topgolf locations across the mainland, and honestly, Bay View gives them real competition. In some ways, I'd argue it's even better. Instead of staring at parking lots or city skylines, you're hitting balls surrounded by lush tropical scenery with Hawaiian trade winds and mountain views. It's an experience you simply can't recreate on the mainland. The food, drinks, and service all complemented the atmosphere, making it easy to spend several hours here without ever feeling rushed. Whether you're a scratch golfer looking to fine-tune your game or someone just swinging a club for the first time, Bay View has created something special. It's proof that Hawaiʻi can take a great concept and elevate it with a setting no one else can match.

A September 9 Instagram post from bvdrivingrange popped up in my feed, advertising 50% off room…read morerates during NFL games. We haven't seen our friends in a while and thought this would be an amazing gathering place! We can hit the range and catch the SNF Rams vs. Broncos game. We booked the middle room for SNF on September 27, 2026 from 2PM-6PM (4 hours). The ad also said to bring your own food so we decided to pick up some KJ's on the way to Bayview. When we arrived, the room was stocked with range balls and we also ordered some beers, chips and salsa, and cheesesticks. The Rams/Broncos game ended up being a fun watch and we had a great time hitting range balls and catching up. Our friend snuck away to pay the bill. Later on, we discovered the bill came out to about $476 after tax. Our friend added on a generous $82 tip for a total of about $558. Here is what future visitors should know (TL;DR This is a Scam): 1. Scamview Driving Range charged us $75/hour even though we mentioned the NFL discount in both the phone conversations and email confirmation bookings. The Instagram ad says "50% discount" and states a rate of $37.50/hour. We booked this room because we interpreted that to mean 50% off of $37.50 = $18.75/hour 2. The ad clearly states "bring your own food or order from us." Scamview said Oh yeah? Eat this $30 outside food fee too. The ad doesn't mention this extra charge. Btw, we ordered food and drinks from Scamview 3. We were also charged a higher price on range balls that we were specifically told to get from the staff 4. When we inquired about all of this, the Scamview worker pushed back, made excuses, and was confrontational 5. Our friend tipped $82 on the inflated, overcharged, fraudulent bill. The only service the workers provided was to bring us the overpriced range balls. Be better.

The staff are always friendly and helpful. The grounds are very well kept. There are two courses,…read moreone easy, the other slightly more challenging and both are fun and well kept. Coming from the CA where we have Golfland and Boomers, Bay View Mini Putt has a nice island touch! Both courses require going up and down stairs, so be aware and bring your knee brace or grab a drink and sit under an umbrella on the deck to enjoy the views! We'll be back again!

Fun experience! Keiki for one course is $16, might be a better deal to buy both at the same time…read morecoz one course could go by fast. Nice outdoor mini golf courses, well-kept, clean. Wish there's a bit more seating area. Parking on the mini golf area is limited, might need to park on the golf course side. Great way to spend some time outside and have some golfing fun!

Another fun day at this indoor mini golf spot. It was raining outside and we were looking for…read moresomething to keep the kids busy and this was just the thing. The space is small but has a lot of holes to pass through. Yes, it was busy and we had to wait for every hole in front of us to be free but that was expected based on it being a rainy day and we could clearly see when we started how many people were there so we knew what we were in for. Even so, the kids still had fun and everyone gets a prize at the end too (in our case it was a light up ring)! The place was clean and seems to be up-kept. We'd been previously when it wasn't as busy also had a great experience. Highly recommend for all ages.

My daughter and her cousins got to enjoy some quality time on our trip playing here. The girl…read moreworking at the desk was friendly and helpful. $12 each to play 18 holes. They had a special for players to enjoy a replay for free on a Wednesday evening. There was no one else there so the kids could take their time. They also have some chairs for adults to hang out at while kids play. Once they finished their two rounds, they got to pick out a ring flashlight for a prize.

I saw many mixed reviews but I personally enjoyed my time on this course!!! The views, sounds,…read moreeverything was phenomenal. It was peaceful and the pace was a bit slow but everyone was courteous of others. My husband (the actual golfer in this relationship) said he thought it was only alright for the price you pay. He said it's beautiful scenery but they don't do a good enough job sainting the greens. I will say, it also poured down that day. If it wasn't for us arriving after the storm passed, they would've rescheduled us. We paid: $200 per golfer $80 to be a rider $80 rental $30 ball rental $100 Royal Hawaiian golf shirt $60 per golf hat They had a two person per golf cart policy. So if you're a single rider and it's a busy day you might be paired up. The golf cart was nice because it told you how far your in yardage your ball was, it had Bluetooth to play music from your phone, and a GPS. The course is huge so these were all great functions that added to the experience. ALSO, There was tons of wildlife throughout the course that we took pictures of!!!! If you loose your balls you're cooked, it's literally like golfing in the jungle. Overall, we'll check out another golf club whenever we go back. We had fun, but it was good for a one time visit.

Royal Hawaiian Golf Course is one of the most beautiful courses on the Windward side, but don't let…read morethe scenery fool you... this course is no joke. The fairways are narrow, there are drop-offs everywhere, and accuracy is absolutely critical. Bring your A-game because if you're slightly off the tee, you'll be searching for golf balls all day. I would strongly recommend bringing extra balls because this course can be unforgiving. What makes the challenge worthwhile is the breathtaking scenery. The course is surrounded by lush mountains and tropical landscape that make every hole feel amazing. If you're looking for a challenging round of golf in one of the most scenic settings in Hawaii, Royal Hawaiian should definitely be on your list. I'll be back soon.

Pali Golf Course has become my home course for a few reasons--it's close to home, affordable, and…read moremost of the time you can walk on without much trouble. Those three things alone keep me coming back. Don't let the price fool you though. This course can be a real challenge. There are hazards everywhere, and it definitely rewards accuracy over power. If you can consistently play well here, you'll probably find a lot of other courses feel much easier by comparison. The course isn't perfect, but it's a fantastic place to sharpen your game without spending a fortune. Whether you're practicing or just looking to get a round in after work, Pali is a solid choice and one I'll keep coming back to.

I'm not a golfer but my kid recently caught the golf bug. Last year he got himself a golfer ID,…read morewhich allows minors to play for free at municipal courses. Somehow Pali Golf Course is the one he wants to go to the most. I came along as a rider (no charge; cart fee $26) yesterday and I could see why. 90% of the course's aesthetics has nothing to do with design and all credit to Mother Nature. It's always so lush and green. I'd imagine it's constantly cool and breezy coz of its strategic valley-ish location. The "amenities" definitely look their age (50+ years old). There is no snack bar, just one vending machine. There is a pro shop but limited hours; it was closed when we were there. Bathrooms are clean, with soap and paper towels, even the one by the 3rd and 15th tee boxes. The road though... so many potholes. It was just us two for our 9:18 tee time. The very friendly lady behind the check-in window was super kind and helpful and encouraging to the kid. She warned us it was a busy day, which we found out later probably meant the pace of play would be slow. Took approx 5 hours for all 18 holes, and only coz the trio in front of us very kindly and warmly invited the kid to play with them ("we have to wait anyway might as well wait together!") It's a very no-frills course. Minimally staffed as well, and most that I've seen are middle-aged or older. Most groups use the cart but I have seen a few use pushcarts. Seems like a rather hardcore course! Also kinda scary when errant balls can come from any direction because the holes snake from 1st to 18th. (I heard someone tell "Fore!" coz their ball curved so much to the right.) It was windy yesterday. I packed a jacket and blanket for my legs and for sun protection. I also packed snacks. Fortunately there are trash cans throughout the course, so there wasn't too much litter, most of which were smashed tees.

Super chill. 100 balls for $17. Havent seen anything beat…read morethat. Beer starts at $7. No music, so I played some of my own for a bit but thats not cool for my other driving rangers. So far, this is my #2 of driving ranges. Would be #1 if music was playing. (Weekday afternoon - 2 to 4pm)

Took the office to Glow Golf. Easy to make reservations online. Think they had clubs to use, but…read morewe brought our own. Brought own Tee. First time we were told to take them when we left and tried to return. The next time we went, they only had a couple to use probably. Not a problem us, but friends didn't have. It's a good time. Bar used to be at the beginning. Now all the way at the end and there's a legit bar and some seating. Their ordering/payment system is terrible. Everything is done on the phone so they need to scroll to find things and holds things up. Food is okay. Pizza is on the menu, yet they never have it when we go. And the workers don't know until they put in the order so they try to do a replacement instead of a refund. You can probably do a refund but hate to know how long that would take and I am not one for holding up a bar line. Korean food is probs better than the rest of the stuff. Food truck Mexican food is okay. Not the best, but not the worst. Workers are always very nice...at the bar, the food runners, everyone. Bathroom smells like urine, is old and dingy. It's a good time, but there are some hits and misses...just like my golf game.

My wife and I recently returned to golf after a long hiatus (10+ years!). Because of her past golf…read moreexperience, we knew buying off-the-shelf clubs would be a recipe for frustration, so we booked a custom fitting with Joey at Aloha Golf Center. ​It was easily the best decision we could have made. Joey was thorough, highly intentional, and made the entire process incredibly comfortable. Instead of just handing her clubs, he took the time to explain the reasoning behind every recommendation, which gave us immense confidence in the final build. ​If you want to skip the guesswork and get clubs dialed in perfectly for your swing, go see Joey at Aloha Golf Center. Highly recommended!

We were looking for a fitting for our son specifically for Miura 95shaft…read moreMussels back cavety So we stopped by Aloha golf shop Joey provided excellent service and recommendations. I must say this was the most awesome fitting that I have ever seen and would recommend him to everyone

When on the windy side - and needing sporting gear - just go down to Sports Gear!…read more This place has saved us so many times when we lose a shin guard or need a nice ball for a gift. The pricing is fair and their stock is surprisingly vast. Check em go check em go.

This place is trash. Bad pricing and bad attitude from the counter lady- does she even work here?!…read moreNo uniform or name tag just some crazy hair and attitude. Could go anywhere else to get better price and service. They should renovate and update business plan.

We actually went to this country club for the first time for a lunch gathering. Checked online for…read morea menu prior to going, but could not find any information on the food, only the country club itself So, being that you have to be a member, or sponsored by a member to come here, it seems like you can't just drive in off the street, any time you want. Inside, it looks like an ordinary golf course restaurant. Comfortable seating and a gorgeous view of Kailua and the Lanikai Pill Box hiking trail. They actually have a good looking menu with a little bit of everything, from appetizers to desserts, and everything in between. Our table had a bunch of appetizers, fried chicken wings, shrimp tempura and coconut shrimp, cold tofu, soy beans, and kalbi. Or entrees varied from, what I could see, Kobe beef sliders, fish tacos, Reuben or corned beef sandwiches, I had the Shrimp Bahn Mi Bao, which came with 3 sweet, Chinese style buns, filled with a fried shrimp, topped with pickled carrot and daikon, and a little Chinese parsley, and a handful of fries. This was really refreshing and tasty! Dessert, there was a variety of watermelon sorbet, bread pudding, and I had a afrogotto, I'm probably spelled it wrong, but it's vanilla ice cream topped with espresso, very good!

Exclusive Private club wife and I were fortunate to be invited as guests. Got to play a round and…read morelunch after. What a treat! Course in great shape. All the staff, carts, snack stand, groundskeepers and pro shop staff were excellent. Attentive, professional, friendly, helpful and courteous. After the round of golf, had a late lunch/early dinner at the restaurant. Restaurant staff were excellent as well. Great views of the course, clean and comfortable. Ordered the boeuf bourguignon, fish and chips and Hawaii plate. For dessert the baked Hawaii. All were prepared perfectly and Absolutely delicious. The baked Hawaii was to die for.So good! Michelin star worthy! Compliments to the chef! Highly recommend.

The day before I was at Hawaii Prince Golf Club for a baby shower and the next day I ended up at…read moreOahu Country Club for a 100 yr old birthday, talk about juxtapositions! Also contrasting is the fact that Hawaii Prince is free to play and eat there and Oahu Country Club is for members only, and we are talking very exclusive and invite-only. I saw Barak Obama's face on the wall of members out of hundreds. I am sure I could spend hours looking at all the photos and names and recognize a few big names. The 100 yr old birthday party was hosted by my well-to-do friends, it was their mother/grandmother, so this was a special event for sure. The banquet servers were very attentive and the endless mimosas kept coming. The appetizers were the best thing - crunchy veggie spring rolls, ahi won tons, cucumber with smoked salmon and soft steamed pork bao. For our main course it was ahi steaks in creamy brown butter sauce and a scoop of white rice, or filet mignon. I had the ahi steaks and they were cooked to perfection! The entertainment was hired by my friend, a local newscaster who was a complete and utter hoot who made the entire party fun! Some of us sang very bad karaoke and I felt sorry for the baby shower next door! Our bartender around the corner was Keith, and he was stellar! I wish I had cash to tip him but I came to the Country Club empty-handed. Maybe I can convince my friend to take me back for cocktails so I can tip him very well. Cosmos were super good, liquid bliss and super smooth. The grounds are other worldly beautiful, with soaring mountains and forest in the background and the ocean facing the other way. I don't play golf but hear this course is super difficult but even if you play horribly at least you have the views to soak in. Lifestyles of the rich and famous, so awesome. I retreat back into my scratched-up car, second-hand dress and bag and Nordstrom Rack shoes a few years too old and dream of a day I can come back here again.

I had always looked forward to playing golf once I moved to Hawaii, so while I was still in Japan,…read moreI took lessons diligently with a professional. However, my shoulder unfortunately developed a recurring dislocation that worsened over time, and I was forced to give up golf despite my reluctance. Even so, thanks to my golf-loving friends, I still feel excited just looking at a beautiful green, even if I can't play anymore. This time, I visited Oahu Country Club for a party hosted by my lawyer's firm. The event was held in a private banquet room overlooking the lush greens, and it was a wonderful experience with delicious food, drinks, and pleasant live music. As expected, the clubhouse cuisine was refined and impressive. There was even a nigiri sushi station, which made me especially happy as a Japanese guest. The club is conveniently located about a 14-15 minute drive from my home. I was pleasantly surprised to learn that even non-golfers can become members, so I immediately started looking into it (laugh). After all, being able to enjoy great food and wine while taking in such a beautiful view sounded very appealing. Unfortunately, the membership fee comes with about six zeros in USD, and we quickly gave up the idea... That said, it definitely reignited my passion for golf. The course at Oahu Country Club is set within a forest and features significant elevation changes, making it quite challenging for beginners. However, it offers a fantastic opportunity to enjoy golf surrounded by nature. The clubhouse itself has a casual atmosphere, but there is a dress code--such as wearing collared shirts--so don't forget to check your outfit before heading in for a meal. ハワイに住んだらゴルフを楽しもうと決めていたので、日本ではプロについて熱心にレッスンに通っていました。ところが、まさかの肩の脱臼が癖になり悪化してしまい、泣く泣くゴルフを諦めざるを得なくなりました。 それでもゴルフ好きな友人の影響もあり、たとえプレーができなくても、今でもグリーンを見るだけでワクワクします。 今回は弁護士の会社が主催するパーティーで、オアフカントリークラブを訪れました。バンケットルームを貸し切ったパーティーでは、グリーンを一望しながら、美味しい料理とお酒、そして心地よいライブミュージックを楽しむことができ、大いに盛り上がりました。 期待通り、クラブハウスの料理は洗練されていて、握り寿司のコーナーもあり、日本人の私には特に嬉しかったです。 オアフカントリークラブは自宅から車で14〜15分ほどの距離にあり、ゴルフをしない私たちでもメンバーになれると知って、早速いろいろ調べてみました。というのも、この景色を眺めながらワイン片手に美味しい料理が楽しめるなら、ノンゴルファーでも会員になりたいと思ったからです。 しかし残念ながら、メンバーシップ費用はドルでゼロが6つ並ぶほどの高額で、それを見た瞬間あっさり断念しました...(笑笑 それでも、ゴルフへの情熱が再燃したことは間違いありません。 オアフカントリーのコースは森林の中にあり、起伏が激しく初心者には少しハードですが、大自然の中でゴルフを満喫できる魅力的なコースだと思います。 クラブハウスはカジュアルな雰囲気ですが、基本的に襟付きシャツ着用などのドレスコードがあります。食事の際には、服装チェックをお忘れなく!