“A very special place”

I really loved this hotel. The architecture of the hotel was very unusual but worked perfectly in this idyllic setting. The sixties feel of the decor was just right, and was not overdone. The rooms were a little small but very artfully furnished. The staff were friendly and professional, and the room service top notch. I would love to go back if it weren't such a long way away.

“Beautiful setting”

The hotel staff are friendly and attentive. The location, grounds and especially the beach are among the most beatiful in the world. We will definitely return.

“Really nice place, friendly staff, beautiful area.”

Beautiful scenery. Secluded area. Top notch service and a most helpful and friendly staff. Hotel has great amenities and the on site restaurants were fine. I would stay at the Mauna Kea again if I ever go back to the Big Island.

“Still fabulous”

Mauna Kea continues to be a great hotel for those wanting a great and incredibly relaxed experieince on the "Big Island". Everything is first class. The hotel and all accompanying services are of the highest quality. The breakfast buffet and accompnaying view are the best. Golf perfect. Note: If one is looking for night life, this is not the place.

“Great Hotel”

Everything was terrific. Great vacation spot. The only thing that was not terrific was the on-site Monettes restaurant, where the service ranged from amateurish to incompetent. Aside from that the resort was outstanding.

“Best beach on the planet.”

This is a terrific, luxurious, and family friendly resort. The beach is spectacular. Guest services are wonderful. We've been three times over the last 6 years and will go back again.

“A new beginning for Mauna Kea”

After the 2006 earthquake, Prince Hotels had the daunting task of retrofitting and refreshing this architectural gem while making it look like little had changed. Mauna Kea's guests, many of whom have been regulars since opening in 1965 (my first visit was in 1971), have definite expectations about how the place should look and feel - from the orange towels and elevator doors to the Pacific Rim artwork displayed throughout. The staff are loyal as well, and I recognized many smiling faces from years past. There were still signs of work in progress (the 8th floor and the Batik Room were not open, but not a big deal.) My gripes are trivial for the most part: L'Occitaine amenities are lovely but Neutrogena was the house brand for decades - and the new Lutron light switches tested my sanity. Oveall, Mauna Kea has retained its elegant, minimalist feel while being brought into the 21st century. The guest rooms are not large but are exquisitely furnished, and the updated bathrooms are in perfect keeping with the original design. I can remember when there were no TVs in the rooms; now there are state-of-the-art Sony LCD TVs discreetly hidden by teakwood-like sliding panels. The food, while expensive, has improved in quality and presentation from "country club" to "luxury hotel." And then there's the beach - second to none in Hawai'i and possibly one of the best beaches in the world - that is part and parcel to the Mauna Kea experience and loved by locals and guests alike.

“Paradise”

This hotel exceeded our expectations. The staff was so friendly and accommodating. We were given a cool towel and some Hawaiian juice when we checked in to the hotel. Our room was in the older section of the hotel but the view of the pool and beach was magnificent. The beach has been voted the top beach in the world and the hotel will let you check out snorkeling equipment and boogie boards. We ordered room service and ate out on our balcony. The room service was over the top! This hotel does everything a notch better than others. After our stay at this hotel we stayed at the Ritz Carlton on Maui and we both put this hotel on the top of our list. We look forward to staying here again soon.

“AMAZING!!!”

We arrived right around the time the sun was starting to set. What an amazing view! We traveled a long way to get to Hawaii, but once we stepped foot in Mauna Kea we were in paradise. We loved everything about it. Our room over looking the ocean and we watched the sunset every night. The beach was beautiful and the water was swimmable. The staff there is great. We are definitely going back the next time we visit Hawaii. Thank you for such a great time!

“Perfect Honeymoon Spot”

We chose the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel for our honeymoon. We stayed 8 nights and it felt like 2! I definitely wasn't ready to leave. The accommodations are the perfect blend of island style and upscale comfort. The beach was the best we found on the island and the resort amenities were top notch. I can't wait to go back.