Casey Nakama Golf Development Center

Once a local golfer's favorite course, Olomana Golf Course has seen its better days. The club house seems to be ravished by termites and the exterior of the building could use a little bit of work.The course itself is built on reclaimed swamp land which floods after a heavy downpour. Fairways tend to develop big cracks in it when the ground dries up in the summer. The problem is so persistent that it's written in as a local rule where there's a free lift and drop, should your ball come to rest on one of those crevices.Greens can be a bit on the sticky side, which makes long putts a bit difficult since you need to give it a pretty good rap. Greens can be skittish, with lots of bumps, easily throwing the ball off line.Distance from the regular tees is relatively short, and there are par 5s that are reachable in two, depending on how strong the winds are blowing.There are a few times that I started the round with an eagle, birdie, par, birdie.This course was one of our favorites when greens fees were around $35 - $48 but currently it's $58.Quite frankly, the $10 difference is huge where this course is concerned. Most courses that charge in that price range has better facilities and amenities.And they most certainly have golf carts with brakes that work.I realize that the epic flood a couple of years ago severely crippled their cash flow. But it was the bum deal with Pacific Links prior to it that started it's downward spiral.To get the play it had in it's heyday, the entire course need to improve or green fees need to come down. They're caught in a catch-22 which hopefully they can snap out of and come out a winner.Because if they win, local golfers win too.

Definitely a great spot for us on the windward side. I'm impressed with the improvements that they've made to the driving range. Not a top golf but you'll find 2 tiers and a cabanas on top. Concession stand with some drinks, beer and snacks.Definitely need to work on repaving the parking lot soon. I know it's difficult to up keep being windward but hey, it'd be nice not to worry about my car dropping 6 inches into a ditch. Finally had the chance to play here. Only 11 holes were available but for the price with cart you could not beat. I can imagine how impressive the course was back in the day. I hope one day it is restored fully to its former glory. Aside from that, you've got some amazing views of the mountains behind Waimanalo. It's sort of an oasis, away from the city entirely. Not like Ewa courses where planes are constantly flying over head or seeing traffic passing by. If you can get past the not so great greens the course is in good condition. I really hope that olomana gets more traction, it's a great location, lots of range space, reasonably priced and they do have beer in the pro shop. Keep the golf game alive!

Havent played here in awhile, before the landslide. It was my inaugural round after the first Covd19 shutdown. We had an early tee time 730 and it went smoothly, clearly marked waiting line with doors open to the pro shop. Wasn't neccessary for us because there weren't anybody around. A group was heading off in their cars as we walked up and we headed off without seeing anyone. Once on the course you could see it was busy, but it never felt crowded. I dont know why, but there seemed to be more than usual exuberant golfers. They were yelling so it could be startling. Maybe they were overjoyed at being out. There are lots of water features so expect to lose a few balls. I did not like the tees, they were so uneven and hard, we had trouble getting our tees in. The fairways were also very hard in some places for some reason. The greens had just been aerated so I wont review those, but I liked that they put a plastic ring around the hole so you dont have to touch the cup or flag. Warning...no vending machines, no water stations, no clubhouse so you must pack as if you are hiking or camping. The bathrooms are open. Lovely views and I imagine Michelle Wee growing up playing here, it is pleasant out there.

Stopped here for a drink after visiting the local beach nearby. If I could give this place 3.5 stars I would but for lack of options I'm rounding up. Grateful as non-locals to not only be allowed in but welcomed with open arms.The beer garden drew us in and the waitress we had was on her first day so she seated us upstairs instead of there. To our enjoyment that happened because we enjoyed a meal and drink that we're incomparable. Nice little surprise stop!

The only thing that saves this course is the mountain views. Honestly some of the worst customer service I've ever encountered at any business, not just a golf course. The lady in the pro shop is just plain miserable. She didn't greet us or even look up from the counter while checking in. All she said was "$62". After we paid we then headed to grab our cart and the Marshall needed to see our receipts. I didn't even think of it and threw mine away right in front of him before he asked for it. He literally told me I had to dig through the trash to get him the receipt even though the lady at the club house could've easily confirmed I paid.The course is also poorly maintained. Greens are inconsistent speeds and need a lot of work to repair. Ponds are dark brown and smell putrid. You could play much better courses for the same green fee. It's unfortunate because the location and layout give this course a lot of potential. I've played here twice now and would not come back unless someone else was paying my green fee. Honestly nothing about this course is worth my money.

I'll always have a soft spot for Olomana Golf Course. It's probably the course I've played more than any other growing up on the Windward side. It used to be in better shape but it's a fun course to play on with great views. Tons of interesting water features and marshland, this course is perfect for a golfer of any skill level. I'd say at this point I get out and play Olomana 5-6 times a year. Usually when I want a round to build confidence after a bad round, because I know I'll shoot well here. It's not the most difficult course. Pretty forgiving, but a fun layout. The condition of the course leaves a bit to be desired, but to be honest the course probably hasn't been immaculate in over 30 years. The fairways are always pretty beat up, I think that's just based on the land it sits on. The greens aren't the nicest, but were in pretty good shape recently. The driving range is one of my favorite things about this course. It's double decked, with tons of stalls, and the bottom stalls have shade for these hot summer days. There is a small chipping and putting area which tends to get crowded. Back in it's heyday, Olomana had ton's of nice staff, nice carts, and a great restaurant. All of that is pretty much gone. They went through some ownership changes, and at one point looked like they were going to close but survived. Taking that all into account the only negative thing I can say is the price is too high now. $58 on a weekend is steep for the condition of the course. When I play here nowadays, because of this I think it's only a good deal at twilight. I'll always love Olomana, but it's not my first choice for a round anymore.

Thank you for squeezing us in at the last minute. (4 golfers) Tee boxes are hard, fairways are decent, and greens are tricky. Acceptable Kama'aina rates. Enjoyable family course. Thanks again

$49 a month join club as a member... Get to play unlimited golf after 4pm. $59 and can get unlimited play for youth golfers. Really nice golf course on the wet side of the island. They done a lot of improvements like Lilly Ponds all over the place but it's sad to see that there is also already an invasion of red algae. Who what eats algae? It's a really nice restaurant and a great driving range. Need to have a bar bar in restaurant for watching sports and drinking beer and watching your kids hit balls.Michelle Wei love U learned to play golf here ... Go play new electric carts the beautiful views good price support local golf at least go out and hit some golf balls and drink at the bar

I came here a few weeks ago, and was hoping for a great round. I was disappointed to hear that they ran out of range balls. However the practice green was really nice. The reason for the low rating are a few things: almost all the tee boxes were so hard, I broke some tees trying to place em in. Range balls everywhere on the 1 and 18 tees, I couldn't find my ball so I had to take drops. Great course with nice views. Unfortunately, $65 for a Sunday morning tee time could be well invested at another course. Hopefully, this course can revive all the tee boxes to better grass.

What the hell happened to this course. I'm just baffled at how this course has gone into such disrepair. So let's go. This week golf takes us to olomana golf course it's been a few years....like 15 years. The pro shop guys where nice. Didn't catch any attitude, so all good there. The driving range is nice, a good place to hit some balls and have beer, sitting areas to take a break. Now the course Got my death trap of a golf cart, I could easily take it on the H1 and keep up with traffic, stopping was an adventure in it's own way. I think it's hole 13 took me 60 yards to slow it down from 40 mph. Crazy. As for the course, look I understand 1/2 the course was built in a flood prone area but c'mon. There's way to work around this problem with minimal effort and expense. If your going to have a muddy course at least have FRICKIN WATER in the ball washers. I counted at least 6 holes had no water in the washers and for some time. One had cobwebs in it. Tee boxes where in rather good shape, greens where iffy at best. Fairways where uncut on 1/2 the holes. I could go on and on and on but don't feel like beating a dead horse. So, if you like doing 40mph with no brakes in golf cart while playing in mud, then have at it. Ill be back when pacific links figures it out, till then aloha.