Tucked into Kauna’oa Bay as it showcases the golden sands of Kaunaʻoa Beach, step inside your own little corner of paradise at Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Autograph Collection. Ready to welcome guests with its Aloha spirit, it makes a prime pick for families seeking tropical tranquility and couples in search of romance. This is a place of pleasure where you can fill your days simply by lounging beachside with an exotic cocktail. Apart from the brilliant beachfront, you can expect the very best of service and exceptional amenities, including world-class golf and tennis facilities. On day one, enter the luxurious lobby area to a grand welcoming and bedazzled by the opulence and brilliance that surrounds you.
With accommodations divided between Tower Rooms and a Beachfront Wing, guestrooms are designed to meet the needs of every traveler. Expect all the comforts and conveniences of home, as well as amenities designed to spoil everyone in the room. Flop down on plush bedding and enjoy a bathroom equipped with a long vanity and a shower/tub combination. Bask in panoramic views of the island or bay from the privacy of a furnished lanai. Upgrade to a suite and add a sitting room, separate living area and bedroom, while the bathroom offers a separate tub and shower room. Whether it’s an intimate candlelit dinner for two or something casual, a prompt room service will provide plenty of options.
Lined with an abundant number of lounge chairs and umbrellas, the beachfront will be your perfect toes-in-the-sand, sun-worshiping spot. If you’re looking for a dose of adventure, make a commotion on the ocean with an exciting variety of water sports. Choose from the likes of snorkeling, boogie boarding, kayaking, sailing, canoeing and stand-up paddleboarding for your mission. Boasting incredible views, the resort also offers an outdoor pool and whirlpool, absolutely perfect for some worry-free days. To add a touch of extravagance to your vacay, request a luxe cabana poolside to fully decompress.
The youngest guests can hang out in the kids’ club which offers a daily program that enhances every child’s vacation experience. For something special, stop by the Discovery Center that has historical displays, traditional Hawaiian implements and interactive cultural learning stations. Additionally, families can participate in lei making, hula dancing demonstrations, throw-net fishing, Hawaiian language classes and much more. Before you leave, opt in for an art tour on property, as hundreds of museum-quality art objects from the Pacific and Asia are displayed throughout the hotel.
Take the fun and get outside with an array of activities such as volleyball, table tennis or on two full-sized bocce ball courts. Showcasing brilliant views as you swing away, ten tennis courts on location will provide everything you need to put your skills to the test, in addition to a few Pickleball courts. Voted one of the top courses in the country, the adjacent 18-hole championship golf course will challenge players of all skill levels. If biking, hiking or running is more of your persuasion, take on the challenge of an on-site nature preserve trail will bring along limitless possibilities.
Featuring Life Fitness machines and Peloton bicycles, the 2,500 sq.ft. fitness center will ensure you go back home feeling and looking fit with its selection of top-of-the-line cardiovascular equipment, free weights and workout areas. Combining Balinese and Hawaiian-inspired therapies, discover complete serenity with a visit to the full-service spa. It features a revitalizing line-up of massages, body treatments, aromatherapy and skin care services. Keep primped and perfect during your getaway, as the salon specializes in hair-styling and makeup application, along with manicures and pedicures.
Offering a fine menu of farm-to-table specials in open-air environments, three eclectic eateries will have your taste-buds screaming for more. Cap the night off with a drink at the on-site bar where skilled bartenders will be on call to captivate your taste buds. Add a touch of romance as couples can request private dining beachside during or after a sensational sunset. If you’re looking for additional options, guests will have signing privileges for restaurant dining at the sister property, The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort. Be sure not to leave The Big Island without attending a weekly luau that shares the Polynesian culture through food, music and tradition.
Whether your dream day is ocean-side with toes in the sand, beneath an enchanting canopy of trees in a garden, or an elegant affair inside a ballroom, the ideal wedding venue destination awaits you and your guests on the Kohala Coast. Timeless elegance and traditions of aloha will create memories of a lifetime with your escape to Mauna Kea Beach Hotel.
