"It is always a pleasure returning to Mauna Kea. With the recent renovations now complete, the hotel is more beautiful than ever and remains my daughter's favorite vacation destination.
The breakfast buffet is outstanding, offering an excellent selection of food, and the staff is always warm, welcoming, and attentive. Waking up to the breathtaking view of the beach and the crystal clear ocean is an experience that is truly hard to find anywhere else.
We had another wonderful stay and are already looking forward to returning next summer."
"The beach is the best. Just about all negative aspects of the property are measured against the gorgeous water and wonderful beach. The room was a bit dated. Carpet looked tired, small roaches in bathroom sink area. The fat foam pillows are uncomfortable. They also put us in a room for disabled individuals but we were too tired to argue after three flights and a long rental drive at that point. The buffet is very good and staff are excellent. We don’t spend a lot of time in the room so no big deal in the room critique. BUT at 1k per day for a suite, it’s worth mentioning the rooms look tired."
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Ocean Tower Waikoloa Village
8/10 Good
"I have stayed at the Hilton Waikoloa Village a few times with my family and we absolutely love it. The room at the ocean tower we stayed in needs a bit updating. But overall we love the resort. We would come back again. I recommend it!"
"The Hamakua was amazing. It was everything you could want in a boutique hotel. The grounds are beautiful and immaculately kept. The every room has an incredible view of gardens overlooking the Pacific. The staff, Belle and Sabrina were the best,
If you are there for one of Chef Joseph’s meals don’t miss it!"
"It is an excellent resort. Staff members are friendly and helpful. Room is spacious. At the end of my stay, there was a cockroach running in the bathroom."
"Rooms were clean and easily accommodated our group of 5 with a full kitchen available. We enjoyed playing the golf course too. This is our 2nd stay and we plan to come again."
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 might search for properties close to public transportation 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 traveler 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 room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review top deals close to Mauna Kea Observatory.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Mauna Kea Observatory?
To find more details about changing or cancelling your stay near Mauna Kea Observatory, head over to our customer service page.
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.