This is a hotel experience to remember. If you want to be pampered, the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel will surpass your expectations. An unparalled beach, championship golf and tennis, notable cuisine, gracious service and the legend continues.
Property Description
The world-renowned deluxe Mauna Kea Beach Hotel is located on beautiful Kauna'oa Bay, considered by many to be the island's single most picturesque beach.
The crescent-shaped beach with pure white sands and shimmering aqua waters, is perfect for water activities including swimming, snorkeling, scuba diving, sailing, kayaking, catamaran riding, whale watching and deep-sea fishing. Even at night, guests of the Mauna Kea Beach Resort step onto a circular lava outcropping overlooking the bay to watch the manta rays swim beneath.
A testament to earlier times when his world-class resort paid tribute to the ancient Hawaiian spirit, Laurance Rockefeller's vast collection of Asian and Pacific art still graces the walls and lush tropical grounds of the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel.
The South Kohala Coast offers several deluxe resort communities: Mauna Kea, Mauna Lani, and Waikoloa. Each resort area is a short drive from the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel. Enjoy great golf, beaches, shopping and restaurants in each of these resort areas.
Property Location
62-100 Mauna Kea Beach Dr.
The Mauna Kea Beach Hotel 20 minutes to the Kona International Airport, 30 minutes to Kailua-Kona.
Beach Information
Spectacular Mauna Kea Beach is steps away from the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel or explore other excellent beaches located in the South Kohala area.
Specials & Promotions
5th Night Free -
Valid 1/3/10-1/27/10, 4/5/10-6/16/10, 8/22/10-11/15/10 and 12/1/10-12/18/10 in Golf Vista View, Plumeria Beach Club, OV & DLX OV only.
Take Two Promo -
Guests receive 6th night free and $100 resort credit per room per six night stay in Golf Vista View, Plumeria Beach Club, OV & DLX OV 1/3/10-12/17/10.
Notes - Parking valet $20 daily, Self $15 daily. Rooms allow 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children. All rooms are non-smoking. Guests have signing privileges and use of the neighboring Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel facilities.
Mauna Kea Golf Clubhouse has an eclectic menu of Asian noodle dishes, Philly Steak, Club, Mahi-mahi or "Wrap" sandwiches and even old-fashioned sundaes for the golfer and non-golfer alike.
Restaurant Name:
Batik
Food Type: International Cuisine
Price Range:
Open: Daily
The Hotel's fine dining experience features creative Euro-Asian dishes, traditional and spicy Thai curries, local-grown cold water lobster and fresh specialty produce from Island gardens.
The decadent dessert menu includes the Grand Marnier Souffle, Warm Valrhona Chocolate Cake and Green Apple Fritters with Apple Ice.
Restaurant Name:
Clambake
Food Type: American
Price Range:
Open: Saturday 6pm - 9pm
Dive into the best seafood buffet on the Kohala Coast, featuring all the Keahole Maine lobster, sashimi, shrimp, crab, oysters, mussels and clams you can eat, plus Prime Ribs of Beef and a lavish dessert bar. Located at the Hau Tree, on the beach at Kauna'oa Bay.
Restaurant Name:
Cooper Bar
Food Type: Drinks
Price Range:
Open: Daily 5pm - 9pm
A Mauna Kea tradition. In the day, relax and enjoy spectacular ocean views of Kauna'oa Bay and the Kohala coastline. Near day's end, return to sip on Mai Tais before dinner as you watch the glorious sunset and be lulled by the soothing sounds of the Hawaiian blend trio.
Restaurant Name:
Hau Tree/Gazebo
Food Type: Misc
Price Range:
Open: Daily 11:30am - 4pm
Salads, sandwiches, sushi and sweets are the fare of the Hau Tree beachside restaurant. The Gazebo Bar is the perfect spot to meditate on the nation's "Best Beach" and sample our custom libation, the "Fredrico", as the sun sets in the West.
Restaurant Name:
Oceanfront Lu'au
Food Type: Local Cuisine
Price Range:
Open: Tuesday 6pm - 9pm
Witness the opening of the imu (underground oven) pit as the pig is unearthed. Then savour a feast of traditional and regional Hawaiian foods galore. Island entertainment delights young and old alike as Kumu Hula Nani Lim and her award-winning hula troupe enchant you with their authentic renditions of ancient and modern Hawaiian songs and dances.
Restaurant Name:
The Pavilion At Manta Ray Point
Food Type: American
Price Range:
Open: Daily
Start your day with a lavish breakfast buffet, or made-to-order a la carte favorites. For dinner, come early for a table on the wide lanai overlooking Kauna'oa Bay. Indulge yourself with fabulous Big Island seafood, grill-top specialties and light dining choices of pasta and pizza. After dinner, stroll down the walkway to Manta Ray Point and enjoy the show provided by nature's wild rays drawn to the light.
Fitness Center
Open: Daily 5am - 10pm
While you enjoy your stay with us at Mauna Kea, you can continue your regular exercise routine or even get started on a new regimen. Located in the Beachfront building of the hotel, Mauna Kea Beach Hotel's fitness offerings include:
Strength training and cardiovascular equipment
Workout areas
Fitness classes: Yoga on the Lawn, Aqua Fit, Tennis & Golf Clinics, and Hula
Steam room
Sauna
Massage rooms
Ladies and Gentlemen individual locker rooms
Use of the fitness center is complimentary for resort guests. However, there is a $15 fee to participate in the fitness classes.
Spa
Spa Name:
Light & Life Massage & Spa Therapy
Open: Daily by appointment
If you have played too hard in paradise, worked too hard to get here or just need time to unwind, the massage staff at Mauna Kea Beach Hotel is ready to soothe your tired muscles or calm your frazzled nerves.
Make an appointment with one of our caring, professional experienced therapists.
The Mauna Kea Beach Hotel was the first property that we stayed at on the Big Island. I have to say "what was I waiting for?" The renovations were superb, the views breathtaking, my husband couldn't say enough about the golf courses, the beach was beautiful, our room and view were beyond perfect as well as the lounge, restaurants and the property overall. Kavan at Great Hawaii Vacations got us a great rate on not only the property but the airfare and car rental as well. Thanks for fulfilling your comittment to personalized service and helping us find luxury at its best!!
Lisa Jennings , Ogden ,
UT
Newly Renovated and Nicer Than I Remember
This was my first time back to the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel in about 8 years. A friend of mine had booked with Great Hawaii Vacations for an April trip and really enjoyed his stay, so I followed suit and booked. The room makeover was great, and tastefully redone with the Mauna Kea flair (think orange!). The beach is still wonderful, the food still great. The service was above average. I am now seeing that rates are coming down on this hotel, and I will be going back would recommend this property for any couple looking for an above average resort experience in Hawaii.
Flynn B. , Reno ,
NV
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Specials & Promotions
5th Night Free -
Valid 1/3/10-1/27/10, 4/5/10-6/16/10, 8/22/10-11/15/10 and 12/1/10-12/18/10 in Golf Vista View, Plumeria Beach Club, OV & DLX OV only.
Take Two Promo -
Guests receive 6th night free and $100 resort credit per room per six night stay in Golf Vista View, Plumeria Beach Club, OV & DLX OV 1/3/10-12/17/10.
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