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Mauna Lani, Auberge Collection
Loved our stay. Hotel was overwhelmed though for first 5 days of our stay. No bellhops present when we arrived. Had to bring in our own bags. Still no bellman appeared. First night dinner, no silverware. Asked 3 times then finally went and got our own. Need more staff for shuttle. One shuttle for ...
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kings’ Land Waikoloa
Rooms are nice with excellent pools . Breakfast is a big disappointment. Very limited options and the same breakfast every day . No dairy like milk or yogurt. No cereals or bagels either . The in room washer dryer is a great thing to have along with a full kitchen.
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026

OUTRIGGER Kona Resort and Spa
The benefits were great. The facility has some of the best ocean facing rooms. We had an issue with the original room but after we reported noise, the staff (Sally) went above and beyond to resolve our issue. We were assigned to one of the best rooms at the resort. The V47 lounge benefits really ...
Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026

PACIFIC 19 Kona
Modern clean room.
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026

Courtyard by Marriott King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel
Good place to stay
Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG
Very friendly staff!
Reviewed on Jan 1, 2026

Royal Kona Resort
The laundry was definitely there but we didn't take advantage of it. The renovations taking place only inconvenienced slightly how long we had to walk to places, but it was otherwise not an inconvenience at all. Our room was renovated and the view was outstanding. The hotel bar was a treat and we ...
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026

Hilton Waikoloa Village
Beautiful resort! Great walking paths, good morning coffee spots, friendly staff
Reviewed on Jan 6, 2026

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Ocean Tower Waikoloa Village
Room need’s better cleaning, found underwear underneath the bed and swimsuit in dresser . The counter top and sliding door needs to be wiped down
Reviewed on Jan 7, 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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