Must-see hotels in Hawaiʻi the Big Island

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Big Island, Hawaii, North America, United States
Volcano Rainforest Retreat, Volcano Village, HAVO.

    Volcano Rainforest Retreat

    Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park

    Even with seemingly more windows than walls, these four artistically decorated cottages are well-secluded among the dense Ohia Hapuʻu rainforest, giving…

  • Four Seasons Resort Hualalai

    Kona Coast

    This luxury resort earns its accolades with top-flight service and lavish attention to detail like fresh orchids in every room, lush gardens and an ocean…

  • Kalaekilohana

    Hawaiʻi the Big Island

    The hoʻokipa (hospitality) here reaches levels of refinement rarely found in southern Hawai'i. Upstairs, airy rooms feature hardwood floors, luxurious…

  • Holualoa Inn

    Kona Coast

    From gleaming eucalyptus floors to river-rock showers, serene beauty shines in every soul-soothing detail. Common rooms are graced with Polynesian and…

  • Hilo Bay Hale

    Hilo

    In a gorgeously restored 1912 plantation home, this B&B deftly blends retro style and modern amenities. Three main-floor rooms feature private lanai, some…

  • Dolphin Bay Hotel

    Hilo

    This family-owned, two-story hotel has a loyal following – for good reason. Its 18 apartment-style units are spotless and reasonably priced and all…

  • Hilo Honu Inn

    Hilo

    In a charming vintage home, three spacious guest rooms accommodate a range of budgets. On the main floor, rooms have reassuringly hefty furniture and air…

  • Kama‘aina Inn

    Hilo

    A downtown gem, this B&B offers four sparkling, attractively furnished units, each including mini fridge. Rooms open into an open-air courtyard, where…

  • Pakalana Inn

    Hilo

    Set above street-level shops near the downtown farmers market, this inn is a surprising oasis. Rooms are stylishly minimalist and meticulously maintained,…

  • Volcano Inn

    Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park

    Don't be put off by the gaudy neon sign, this welcoming inn's wood-trimmed rooms and common areas offer great value. The main building contains immaculate…

  • Aloha Junction

    Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park

    Master gardener and owner, Robert, can help unlock the mysteries of Volcano and Hawaiʻi while cooking up a hearty all-day breakfast at this historic…

  • Royal Kona Resort, Kailua-Kona, Island of Hawaii
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    Royal Kona Resort

    Kailua-Kona

    Spread over three ship-shaped towers, this breezy, 1970s Polynesian fantasy has a tropical theme that lets you know you're in Hawaii. Rooms are a little…

  • Hale Maluhia Country Inn

    Kona Coast

    Take an exuberant grab-bag run by a friendly couple and stuff it with Japanese, Hawaiian and bohemian style and sensibility. Put it all on a jungle…

  • Orchid Tree B&B

    Hilo

    Four miles north of Hilo, this B&B is both elegant and 'surf shack.' Find two well-designed rooms and an airy shared patio surrounded by tropical flora,…

  • Hale Kawehi

    Hilo

    Rent this 2000-sq-ft, one-bedroom guesthouse and make believe you live in Hilo. With inviting lounging areas and chef-worthy full kitchen, this place is a…

  • Bay House B&B

    Hilo

    Just across the Singing Bridge near downtown Hilo, find three immaculate guest rooms within sight and sound of the bay. Rooms are tastefully tropical…

  • Hale Kai Hawaii

    Hilo

    Four breezy rooms below the main house enjoy sweeping ocean views and refreshing trade winds. The lanai is shared, but partitioned, with outdoor seating…

  • Honu Kai B&B

    Kona Coast

    Amid tropical gardens, this plush, romantic four-room B&B is filled with rich fabrics, carved bed frames and Asian and Hawaiian decor. Guests share a hot…

  • Volcano House

    Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park

    Perched on the rim of Kilauea Caldera, Volcano House has long enjoyed its unique status as the park's only hotel. Eco-conscious renovations have upgraded…

  • Holo Holo In

    Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park

    It's not without battle scars, but this reliably clean and comfortable Japanese-run hostel harbors a friendly vibe in a quiet location that fairs better…

  • Kilauea Lodge

    Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park

    This renovated 1930s YMCA camp supplements history with luxury. The upscale country chic rooms with their gas fireplaces and Hawaiian quilts feel more…

  • Hale Ohia Cottages

    Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park

    The eclectic cottages of this unique Queen Anne-esque complex exude peace and tranquility. Cottage 44, with its jacuzzi, fireplace and creative…

  • Artist Cottage

    Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park

    On the grounds of Volcano Garden Arts, this tiny, refurbished redwood cottage full of original art has a sky-lit bedroom and bathroom with a giant walk-in…

  • Wyndham Royal Sea Cliff

    Kailua-Kona

    This seven-floor timeshare complex feels almost like a hotel, giving you the best of both worlds. Immaculate units are generously sized and appointed with…

  • Outrigger Kanaloa at Kona

    Kona Coast

    These tropical townhouse-style condos feel exclusive, sitting behind a private gate on an oceanfront lava ledge. Incredibly spacious, immaculate and fully…

  • Hilo Seaside Hotel

    Hilo

    Among Hilo's larger hotels, the family-owned Seaside is a great budget option. One-hundred-thirty rooms are spread in low-rise buildings, some overlooking…

  • Namakanipaio Cabins & Campground

    Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park

    Tent camping in a well-manicured, minimally shaded meadow near the highway. Drinking water, picnic tables and BBQ grills included. Book ahead for one of…

  • Wood Valley Guesthouse

    Hawaiʻi the Big Island

    A meditative guesthouse at Wood Valley Temple primarily caters to retreat guests, but welcomes anyone seeking peaceful accommodations. Rooms are…

  • Lotus Garden Cottages

    Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park

    Step into the White Lotus Suite outfitted with Asian antiques and a jacuzzi tub bathed in abundant natural light, and you'll quickly forget the somewhat…

  • Kilauea Hospitality Group

    Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park

    Three properties target different travelers. Volcano Hale is a great bargain choice with its communal vibe, shared baths, kitchen and wood stove (upstairs…

  • Leilani Bed & Breakfast

    Hawaiʻi the Big Island

    The three carpeted guest rooms are well-maintained with nice bathrooms (a bit tight, perhaps) but the covered lanai replete with rock walls, pond and art…

  • Volcano Hideaways

    Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park

    On a quiet historic lane in Volcano town, all three of these cottages are spotless and well outfitted by energetic hosts, who provide everything from…

  • Lilikoi Inn

    Kona Coast

    All four rooms have an airy, modern-art-gallery-in-the-tropics kind of vibe, blending cool monochromes with tasteful Hawaiiana. Each has a private…

  • Bear's Place Guest House

    Kona Coast

    Located up the slope from the airport, about 6.5 miles inland, Bear's Place is a cool upland retreat with good-value apartments that benefit from plenty…

  • Alii Kane Cottages

    Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park

    The two small private cedar cottages – with slate floors, full kitchens, bath tubs and additional lofts kids love to sleep in – face off across the orchid…

  • Kona Hawaii Guest House

    Kona Coast

    This cozy house, on a quiet cul-de-sac, could be a good base for exploring the west coast. It enforces a multi-day minimum stay policy (the number of days…

  • Grand Naniloa Resort

    Hilo

    Hilo's ritziest hotel is the 380-room Grand Naniloa, a DoubleTree by Hilton property renovated in 2018. All rooms look neat and modern and include mini…

  • Lotus Garden Hilo

    Hilo

    An exotic, bohemian vibe permeates the Lotus Garden, identifiable by its boldly colorful buildings, which were plantation-era bungalows. The Lotus and…

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