Voted one of the top 10 best hotels in the world 2016, the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel is the landmark of luxury. Offering enhanced beach and pool services, an 18-hole championship Golf course, Mandara Spa and boutique shopping; this stunning resort provides everything you will need for a memorable holiday. Given in the spirit of ‘lokomaika‘i’ meaning sharing with kindness from within, you will be greeted with a fresh flower lei on arrival and luxury L’Occitane bath amenities in your room. Book an Outrigger Canoe Adventure, test your balancing skills on stand up paddle boards or go on an unforgettable Manta Moonlight Snorkel, the choices are endless.
- Explore the amazing Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
- Take an Island Tour that encompasses the entire Big Island
- Enjoy a Manta Ray Sunset Snorkel excursion
Hotel Highlights
- Top Rated Beach
- Award Winning Golf Course
- Twice Weekly Luau
- Hawaiian Cultural Classes
Hotel Features
General Info
- Check-in Time: 15:00:00
- Check-out Time: 10:00:00
- 252 rooms
- Transfer duration: Approx. 35 minutes from airport
Main Facilities
- Fitness facilities
- Golf
- Outdoor pool
- Spa facilities
- Watersports
Accommodation Type
- H&J Recommended
- Luxury Collection
Board Basis Options
- Room Only
Hotel Gallery
Facilities
Glow SUP
Enjoy a relaxing evening of SUP, Stand Up Paddle, on the calm waters of Kaunaoa Bay. Stargaze at the illuminated sky and you may even be treated to a visit by manta rays, while LED lights flow under and around your board.
Fitness Center
Enjoy the complimentary Fitness Center for an active work out or cool down after a day of golf or tennis.
Mauna Kea Golf Course
Created in 1964 by Robert Trent Jones. Sr, this award winning golf course is an all time favourite in beauty and design. Enjoy stunning views over the Pacific, while the undulating greens and prevailing coastal winds provide a truly challenging course.
Art Tour
Around the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, you can find an incredible collection of museum quality Pacific and Asian art collected by hotel-founder Laurance S. Rockefeller. Guests can discover the pieces on their own, or join a weekly art tour to learn more about the collection’s history.
The Mauna Kea Spa by Mandara & Salon
Relax with a combination of Balinese and Hawaiian inspired therapies including massage, body treatments, aromatherapy and skincare. The Salon offers services including hair styling, manicures, make up application and bridal services.
Cultural Activities
Learn the rhythms of hula and tell a graceful story with your hands. Or choose lauhala weaving, lei making, throw net fishing, Panilolo Horseshoes and Makahiki Games.
Seaside Tennis Club
Named as one of the top 10 tennis resorts in the world, Seaside Tennis Club offers 11 courts right on the ocean’s edge for spectacular views while you play. Take a tennis lesson, join in the round robin tournaments, or just enjoy a leisurely game.
Food & Drink
Hau Tree
Enjoy a casual meal or sunset cocktails in an open air, right on the beach bar. Serving a selection of sandwiches, hamburgers, salads, wraps, ice cream, the famous "Ovaltine Froth" or a Signature Fredrico cocktail. Enjoy a grab-n-go breakfast, sit down lunch and relaxed dinner.
Dress code:
Casual
Clambake
Enjoy al fresco dining just off the beach – you’ll be treated to all you can eat Keahole Maine lobster, sashimi, shrimp, crab claws, oysters, mussels and clams. There’s also prime rib, salads, grilled fish and a decadent dessert spread including an ice cream bar with all the toppings.
Dress code:
Smart casual
Manta
For breakfast, enjoy an open air breakfast buffet with made to order waffles and omelets, along with fresh tropical fruit and juice, cereals and pastries. Then in the evening, the chefs prepare fresh culinary delights in the exhibition kitchen. There will be live entertainment throughout the year, and there’s an award winning wine list to enhance your dining experience.
Dress code:
Smart casual
Copper Bar
Gather with friends and family to enjoy creative, casual cuisine based on sharing and abundance with crafted cocktails, beer and wine.
Mauna Kea Luau
Enjoy food, music and family tradition at this twice weekly luau. Tables are laden withimu-roasted kālua pig, island fish, laulau, lomi salmon, sashimi and piles of pineapple, papaya, and more. You’ll be wowed by the fire dance and enjoy the traditional luau.
Dress code:
Smart casual, Resort Aloha Attire
Board Basis Options
Room Only
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