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Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton

Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton

8/10 Good
"The staff was incredibly caring and accommodating. The property could benefit from a bit of refreshing to enhance its charm. The food was simple, but the drinks were undeniably delightful. The room was spotless, and the view was breathtakingly surreal."
Richard 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton
The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort

The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort

8/10 Good
"Got upgraded to a suite which was very nice of them. Property and suite were clean and well maintained, and the beach was really nice. Food on the resort is average and would suggest Waimea for really good restaurants."
Cristian 5-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort
Hilltop Vacation Rental

Hilltop Vacation Rental

10/10 Excellent
"Gracious Host, great location, comfortable bed, Clean set-up. Quiet neighborhood. Highly recommend."
david 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Hilltop Vacation Rental
Fairmont Orchid

Fairmont Orchid

10/10 Excellent
"My husband was unexpectedly unable to join me on the trip. But my cousin came along instead. When I explained what happened, they helpfully changed my king room to a double queen. This is my second trip to the Fairmont Orchid. The beach and pool are lovely. The food is fabulous. The grounds are immaculate. The outdoor spa can't be beat with the sound of the running water. I had picked the Orchid originally because I wanted a place my husband would enjoy while I was off scuba diving. With my cousin with me (who also dives), I sometimes wished we were closer to the harbor. But, the Orchid really can't be beat for a beautiful spot to enjoy (and it is close to some of the lovely state beaches to the north -- not that you need to go to them given the lovely cove with drinks service!!) Oh! And if you happen to be there on a "talk story" weekend at the nearby Eva Parker Woods Cottage, you should go!"
Isobel Ann 7-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Fairmont Orchid
Castle Waimea Country Lodge

Castle Waimea Country Lodge

8/10 Good
"The room was very clean and there was only one problem in the bathroom, the toilet bowl, there were a few times not flushing."
Gloria 1-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Castle Waimea Country Lodge
Mahana House Country Inn

Mahana House Country Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Just like the pictures! Wonderful shower. Huge common area with full kitchen that has everything you could need, and more. No A/C, but large ceiling fan keeps the room comfortable."
Marcia 2-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
Mahana House Country Inn
Hamakua Guesthouse

Hamakua Guesthouse

10/10 Excellent
"We stayed here for four days. A great place to stay during your visit. It’s clean and comfortable. Will visit here again if I come to Hawaii."
Yuxuan 4-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Hamakua Guesthouse
Kikala Waterfall Lodge

Kikala Waterfall Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"The property was absolutely gorgeous. Will definitely book here again."
Jason 4-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Kikala Waterfall Lodge
Hamakua Hotel

Hamakua Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"The staff is wonderful, delicious fruit for breakfast and amazing views. Valerie is a wonderful host at this resort."
Raymond 4-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Hamakua Hotel

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Frequently asked questions

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 could search for properties close to public transport 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 traveller 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 reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer near Mauna Kea Observatory.
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.