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Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kings’ Land Waikoloa

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kings’ Land Waikoloa

10/10 Excellent
"We really enjoyed our four-night stay at Hilton Kings' Land. Our two-bedroom, two-bathroom deluxe suite was spacious and well-maintained, offering great convenience with its full kitchen and in-unit washer and dryer. The golf resort view from our room was also very beautiful. The resort's own pool complex was fantastic, featuring two fun waterslides and lava rock waterfalls. Additionally, the location is great because it is very close to beautiful Kohala Coast beaches like Hapuna Beach and Anaehoʻomalu Bay. However, there are a few things to keep in mind. While guests get access to the main Hilton Waikoloa Village, the shuttle service was quite frustrating. The timetable was not reliable, and total transit could take anywhere from 30 to 60 minutes, including up to a 30-minute wait for the shuttle. Driving yourself takes only five minutes, but parking is hectic with a 15-plus minute walk. My tip is to stick with Kings' Land's own pool because it is far more convenient and enjoyable. We also noticed a few large dead cockroaches in the Kings' Land pool. Given the surrounding tropical gardens, bugs landing in the water is somewhat expected, but better surface skimming by maintenance would help. Despite the shuttle issues and the minor pool skimming need, Kings' Land is a high-quality property. We highly recommend staying here and enjoying the wonderful on-site amenities."
ALOK 4-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kings’ Land Waikoloa
Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

10/10 Excellent
"We had to extend our stay by two nights due to Hurricane Lala. The staff was very accommodating and took care of their guests during a power outage. They went door to door handing out flashlights and checking on everyone. They kept the hotel restaurant open for take-away dinners (cash only) and had the buffet breakfast ready the next morning (the power came back on in the middle of the night). We felt very safe and cared for during a challenging time for the island. We highly recommend this hotel."
Lauren 2-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Fairmont Orchid

Fairmont Orchid

10/10 Excellent
"Had an unbelievable stay in this place during the storm the staff were unbelievable area accommodation"
Edward 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Fairmont Orchid
Hamakua Hotel

Hamakua Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"The staff is wonderful, delicious fruit for breakfast and amazing views. Valerie is a wonderful host at this resort."
Raymond 4-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Hamakua Hotel
Mahana House Country Inn

Mahana House Country Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Cats! Super convenient, the host have everything I need for my vacation, portable chair for star watching, cooler, beach tower, you name it. Strongly recommend!"
Ruohong 2-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Mahana House Country Inn
Hamakua Guesthouse

Hamakua Guesthouse

10/10 Excellent
"Great property, would come back again|"
Zeeba 1-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Hamakua Guesthouse
Castle Waimea Country Lodge

Castle Waimea Country Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Very convenient and I liked the cleanliness of the room and the staff is very friendly and helpful. Thank you"
sharmaine 1-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
Castle Waimea Country Lodge
Hawaii Magic Skies B&B Farmstay

Hawaii Magic Skies B&B Farmstay

10/10 Excellent
"This place was awesome, perfect for our short stay in Hilo. We enjoyed the sunrise from the balcony each morning, the house and grounds are beautiful and our host was great yoo!"
Kelly 2-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
Hawaii Magic Skies B&B Farmstay
Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Autograph Collection

Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent
"This is the best hotel that we have stayed at. The amenities, staff, rooms, the spa, the adult pool, the food, the beach…all 5 stars! Swam with manta rays and did the longest running luau that was well done. Have been coming here since the 80’s and it only keeps getting better. We love the Mauna Kea and the Big Island of Hawaii."
Petja 8-night trip
Posted 10 days ago
Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Autograph Collection

Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Mauna Kea Observatory?
If you're planning to come to the area to visit Mauna Kea Observatory, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, you could search for properties close to public transport so it's easy to get around.
What's the best place to stay near Mauna Kea Observatory?
Castle Waimea Country Lodge is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free parking and free WiFi. You'll find it 18.5 mi (29.8 km) from Mauna Kea Observatory. Other good choices in the area include Kikala Waterfall Lodge and Paniolo Greens At Waikoloa.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Mauna Kea Observatory, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer near Mauna Kea Observatory.
What can I see and do near Mauna Kea Observatory?
Keck Observatory, Subaru Telescope and WM Keck Observatory are fun stops for the whole family while you're in town. Explore nature at Mauna Kea and Mauna Kea Ice Age Reserve. A visit to Onizuka Center for International Astronomy is worth the trip when you're visiting.