Must-see hotels in Hawaii

  • Waimea Gardens

    Kohala & Waimea

    On a well-tended property, find three spruce, well-equipped country cottages around the owners' home. The Kohala Cottage has a full kitchen, bath and…

  • Hedonisia

    Puna

    Among the world’s friendliest, funkiest hostels, this former junkyard has been converted into an organic farm/ramshackle accommodation compound-a-palooza…

  • Hotel Coral Reef

    Kapaʻa

    A lovely boutique hotel that provides good value for money. Rooms offer wood furnishings, recessed lighting, granite counters and flat-screen TVs, not to…

  • 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…

  • Puakea Ranch

    North Kohala

    Live the paniolo (Hawaiian cowboy) dream in one of four meticulously restored cottages. Ranging from two to six bedrooms, each cottage enjoys its own…

  • Kaʻawa Loa Plantation & Guesthouse

    South Kona Coast

    Some places effortlessly embody Hawaii's beauty – like this guesthouse with wraparound lanai, unparalleled coastal views and gracious hosts who show…

  • Pilialoha

    North Shore & Upcountry

    This sunny one-bed cottage sleeps two and feels like a second home. A convenient launchpad for exploring the Upcountry, the house blends countryside charm…

  • 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…

  • Keolamauloa

    Hamakua Coast

    Run by a multi-generational family, this homestead in Paʻauilo has a rustic farmer/artist vibe, reflecting the owners' own passions. Don't worry about…

  • Kane Plantation

    South Kona Coast

    You'll be in excellent hands at this upscale historic home, where renowned Hawaiian artist Herb Kane once lived. Perched on a lush mauka (inland) hillside…

  • Ekena

    Hana & East Maui

    An impressive winding road leads uphill to this two-story pole house with vaulted ceilings, wraparound decks and 360-degree views of sea, forest and…

  • Bellows Field Beach Park

    Windward Coast

    The nearby military-base guard shack makes this the area's most secure campground. Some of the 50 sites are beneath the ironwood trees, some by the beach…

  • 17 Palms

    Wailua

    Tucked away in a quiet and leafy residential enclave a short walk from the beach, plus good eating and drinking, 17 Palms' two cottages include the two…

  • 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…

  • Hale Napili

    West Maui

    A welcome throwback to an earlier era, this small and personable place will win you over with its island hospitality. Guests receive a list of occupants,…

  • Malaekahana Beach Campground

    Windward Coast

    Let the surf be your lullaby and the roosters your wake-up call at Makahoa Point, about 0.7 miles north of the park's main entrance. This family- and…

  • Timbers Kauai Ocean Club & Residences

    Lihuʻe

    The island's newest and most luxurious resort hugs ocean cliffs and offers stellar views from an infinity pool. Fresh, organic produce for the resort's…

  • Hanalei Surfboard House

    Hanalei

    Built with recycled and salvaged materials, this stylish surfers’ haven is one minute’s walk from the beach. Each of the two suites – ‘Elvis’ and ‘Cowgirl…

  • Fern Grotto Inn

    Wailua

    Charmingly retro yet remodeled, these early-20th-century plantation-style cottages and newly built units vary in size, but all have hardwood floors,…

  • 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…

  • Polynesian Hostel

    Waikiki

    An older study in concrete block, this converted small apartment complex has had a sprightly renovation and now is a cheery hostel. Rooms have tropical…

  • Northshore Hostel

    ʻIao Valley & Central Maui

    This quiet and traditional hostel attracts all ages. Located in an old building with a fresh coat of paint, it has separate male and female dorms as well…

  • Beach Waikiki Boutique Hostel

    Waikiki

    Guest rooms at this sociable hostel include 4-, 6- and 8-bed dorms plus various flavors of private rooms. Among the included extras are breakfast, coin…

  • Waikoloa Beach Marriott

    South Kohala

    This airy, enormous hotel fronts ʻAnaehoʻomalu Bay and thus boasts an awesome beach setting, plus three oceanfront pools. Renovated in late 2013, rooms…

  • Manoa Valley Inn

    Honolulu

    Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Manoa Valley Inn was built in 1912 and is one block west of the University of Hawaiʻi campus. A…

  • Cliff House Hawaii

    Hamakua Coast

    Set on sprawling acres of pastureland, this airy house guarantees space and privacy – and unobstructed ocean and valley views. It's well equipped with two…

  • 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,…

  • Anini Lani Kai

    Hanalei Bay & the North Shore

    This tin-roof plantation cottage stands on an acre of land right beside luscious ‘Anini Beach. It looks and feels like 19th-century Hawaii, with swaying…

  • Waikiki Central Hotel

    Waikiki

    Don't judge this six-story, 1970s-era apartment complex based on its unpromising off-white concrete cover. Inside this standout budget option are 27…

  • 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…

  • Kohala Lodge

    North Kohala

    Tucked away in a tree line with sweeping views, this reproduction 19th-century paniolo (Hawaiian cowboy) ranch house has two bedrooms and a ton of…

  • Courtyard Marriott Kahului Airport

    Kahului

    Hands down your best option in Kahului, and just a stone’s throw from the airport. The stylish modern lobby contains a breezy coffee shop, complete with…

  • Hawaiian Sanctuary

    Puna

    This 44-acre retreat center, offering permaculture classes, a yoga studio, a freshwater hot tub, sound healing, farm-to-table meals, colonic hydrotherapy…

  • 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…

  • Wailuku Guesthouse

    ʻIao Valley & Central Maui

    This affordable, friendly, family-run guesthouse has simple, clean, midsize en suite rooms, each with its own private entrance and a refrigerator. Rooms…

  • North Country Farms

    Hanalei Bay & the North Shore

    Run by organic farmers, this cabin-like farmstay cottage comes with a basket of breakfast goodies, and you’re free to harvest fruit and veggies. A 500-sq…

  • Riverhouse at River Estate

    Hanalei Bay & the North Shore

    Perched on 30ft stilts, overlooking the Wainiha River, this enchanting abode is fit for honeymooners or a family. Brazilian hardwood floors and marble…

  • Guesthouse at River Estate

    Hanalei Bay & the North Shore

    Airy, huge and open, set on jungled grounds, this vacation home features a master bedroom with a king bed, a second room with a queen bed, a decked-out…

  • Mauna Kea Beach Hawaii (Kaunaoa Bay)
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    Mauna Kea Beach Hotel

    South Kohala

    This grand hotel, which first opened its doors in 1965, manages to come off as coolly understated and quietly confident of its reputation. Rooms are…