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Mauna Lani, Auberge Collection
Truly, an exceptional experience! We have visited several Auberge properties over the years and while the chain always provides an excellent experience, the Mauna Lani surpassed all of them! From our warm greeting to the hotel, to the fabulous hotel grounds and amenities, to the helpful staff, nothing ...
Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026

Kona Coast Resort
Room was spotless, comfortable, and well furnished. Only disappointment was they only have very basic amenities. The one restaurant/bar on site was pretty minimal.
Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kings’ Land Waikoloa
spacious and spotless room, nice golf court view
Reviewed on Feb 19, 2026

OUTRIGGER Kona Resort and Spa
Great room, great staff
Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026

Hilton Waikoloa Village
Excellent room, beautiful view, great amenities and resort attractions!
Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026

PACIFIC 19 Kona
Property and location was great. Room was not nice. Felt dirty, sloppy paint, smelled bad. Hallway felt like we were in steerage next to all the hotel laundry. The front desk staff seemed like we were just a hassle for them. They helped us when needed, but weren’t friendly, didn’t smile, only did ...
Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026

Courtyard by Marriott King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel
Okay
Reviewed on Feb 19, 2026

Royal Kona Resort
Courteous staff, nice enough accommodations, if overpriced for what you get. In our room, outside noise was deafening; the a/c was loud and above our headboard so impossible to sleep with it on (so uncomfortable nights); the TV faced nothing to sit or lie on for viewing.
Reviewed on Feb 19, 2026

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Ocean Tower Waikoloa Village
The tram was broken our entire stay. Which meant we had to carry our luggage and walk almost a mile to our hotel room or to get food. It was a challenging stay with a toddler.
Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026
Makalawena Hotel & Travel Guide
Searching for a place to stay on your trip to Hawaii, especially close to the action around Makalawena? There are 3 places to stay in Makalawena that should fit the bill.
The Four Seasons Resort Hualalai at Historic Ka'upulehu is closest to the city center of Makalawena and the only option that is located within a short drive.
15 miles (24 kilometers) from the city center of Makalawena, you can find the Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii. The Paniolo Greens at Waikoloa Village can be found 17 miles (27 kilometers) away. Alternatively, you might like to investigate the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Autograph Collection or the Mauna Lani Terrace Condominium.
Want more to do? Spend the day seeing Mokuaikaua Church, Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park and Kailua-Kona Wharf, which you'll find in Kailua-Kona, 6 miles (9 kilometers) to the south of Makalawena. Should you wish to spend a night or two in Kailua-Kona, check out the rooms at the Mango Sunset Bed and Breakfast Inn at Lyman Kona Coffee Farm and Banyan Tree Sanctuary. Or, you could consider staying in [name of second nearby city or town (sibling)], 13 miles (22 kilometers) to the south of Makalawena, where you can pick from the Castle Kona Bali Kai , a Condominium Resort and Kona Coast Resort. The Mauka Meadows Coffee Farm, Holualoa Gallery and UCC Hawaii Kona Coffee Estate are some more popular attractions to experience in [name of second nearby city or town (sibling)].
Reach Hilo, 60 miles (97 kilometers) from Makalawena. While you are exploring the region, plan to visit the Hilo Farmers Market, University of Hawaii at Hilo and University of Hawaii at Hilo Botanical Gardens. The Liliuokalani Park and Gardens and Naniloa Country Club are also well worth a stop at. If you are thinking about exploring Hilo, check out the latest Travelocity options at the Wild Ginger Inn Hotel and Maureen's Bed & Breakfast.
Have a look at Travelocity's up-to-the-minute Makalawena travel guide and discover the great cultural and scenic attractions that this region has to offer.
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