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    Paniolo Greens

    3.7 (156 reviews)
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    View from our patio. BBQ Grill was handy too!
    Andrea L.

    We totally enjoyed our time at Paniolo Greens. It was perfect! Our views on the golf course and location to the pool was great! We were able to rent beach chairs and cookers for our beach days too!!

    Birthday goodies from Paniolo Greens
    G S.

    Kiana was amazing at check-in. She was very helpful & kind in helping me pull off the surprise for my husband's 50th birthday (Friday 9/13). Part 1 of my surprise to him was our stay (with our children) there. Part 2 was bringing our daughter home from college for this weekend to spend for his birthday. Kiana was very accommodating with our check in times as I didn't finish work till 4:30pm then our drive over from Hilo, hence our later after 4pm check in time. And the late arrival of our daughter's delayed flights and her drive over from Hilo. Mahalo for the kind gifts for my husband as well. This was such a great and amazing experience for my family & I and our first time here. I will definitely recommend this place to others. We will definitely be back.

    Disgusting ants crawling around

    You pay for a Hilton, you get worse than a motel 6. And, which hotel charges for room service? Paniolo does and it's not little, it's a whopping $180! Like what? Also, which hotel charges for AC? In Hawaii?!!! Crazy! The cleanliness was terrible, I highly doubt that they cleaned it at all. Don't forget the ants who call your hotel room home sweet home, and the roaches which happily roam your room. Bed bugs will happily feast on you. Disgusting! The furniture was in terrible condition, some of the chairs were ripped apart and you can clearly see the cotton in the chair! And when you ask for towels, they will take their nice time and give it to you a good 30 minutes after. Did I mention that they give you towels in trash bags? Eww. Once, I had to call 5 times to pick up towels because they never came and would always forget. And, paniolo greens is not a golf resort, it's not a beach resort, it's not a relaxing and fun resort, it's not a resort at all! I saw a sign, and it said Upcoming Renovations scheduled for 2025, ummm hello? Two more days and 2025 is done! I wouldn't be surprised if they put a sign saying upcoming renovations scheduled for 2027 and then later and later and later. Literally terrible! Oh! and notice how for the majority of bad reviews they just put your name and say the same uniform thing, well that's a clear representation of the quality of work they do, as well as how much effort they put into the work they do. Do yourself a favor and find yourself a different hotel. You'll also do the employees there a favor because they sigh anytime you ask for something and from their actions, it's not like they want you there.

    The golf course
    Sarah K.

    We love being here. It is a great place to stay because it feels like home. We enjoy the rooms. We love the grounds and amenities. It's super convenient to shopping and it's position on the hill means there is always a breeze. There are amazing beaches close by. Most of all we love the staff who always treat us with such care and kindness.

    Dan O.

    For the last several dive trips to Kona, I've used Paniolo Greens as my homebase. As I like to dive both Kona & Kohala, PG is a nice spot mid-way between the two sites. With plenty of preparation, I can usually find a good rate for PG on a travel aggregator like Priceline.com or direct on Extraholidays.com. I've stayed at several of their room configurations, most recently the Kokua Suite, which has 3 bedrooms and a couch that fit 6 divers and their gear. Nothing beats a fully equipped suite with parking, kitchen, 3 patios, 3 bathrooms, and a living room. There's even a shared gas grill outside. We've used that for several end of trip grilled steak dinners. In nearby Waikoloa Village commons, there are some restaurants, a food court, and a KTA Superstore. As long as their rates are reasonable, I'll definitely keep them in mind for future Kona dive trips! Repeat and recommend!

    Den/bedroom on main level in two story unit
    Ken T.

    Stayed at Paniolo Greens for a week. The property is a little older but well maintained. Rented the two story, 3 bedroom and 3 bath unit and were very pleased. The property is about a 10 minute drive to the beach so having a car is necessary. Each room essentially had its own bathroom. The kitchen was well stocked and even had a rice cooker. The fridge was large and the ice maker worked really well. Each room had a TV although in one room it was located in the closet. The washer worked well but the dryer was a little underpowered. Had to run it twice on most occasions. The pool recreation area was nice with a game room with billiards and foosball. One thing to be aware of is the pool is 3.5 - 4 ft deep so it's child friendly. There was also a 1ft deep baby pool in addition to the hot tub. If you're traveling with a large party make sure you confirm your room layouts. We were given the impression that two of the rooms in our unit would have a queen and the other a king. The master had a king but the 2nd room had two twins. The property had plenty of items to rent such as beach toys, snorkeling equipment, etc. They also allowed rooms to check out 2 blu rays at a time which was nice. One surprise was that although parking was free you had to pay $8 per day to use the a/c. You need to notify the front desk and they give you a key to turn on your a/c. That was disappointing given how much you are spending. A little too much nickel and dime. Overall we enjoyed our stay and would stay again.

    richard r.

    Stayed here a while back for work. Visiting a friend this time. The place is pretty nice. Fully furnished. With a view If I had to stay here , I would, again.

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    Kat T.

    We decided on a last minute trip to the Big Island and as a group of 6, we found it difficult to find a place that was able to accommodate our big group. Most options we found were AirBnb's but many of them were small with one bathroom. We kept looking and found Paniolo Greens. We booked the Kokua Suite that had 3 bedrooms, 3 full bath and even a washer and dryer! I was a bit concerned because there were reviews regarding the place being older and not updated. We also were not sure about the "den" and how it would be as we were unable to find a photo. While this was true in some aspects, the overall place was great! We had enough space for everyone to have their own personal space and having 3 full bathrooms made getting ready much quicker and easier. We were supposed to have a King in the mail room, queen in the second bedroom and a twin bed in the den. When we got to the room, we found that the second room had two twin beds instead. We honestly didn't mind it but it would have been nice to actually have the queen bed. The two twin beds made the squeeze to get to the bathroom tight. We basically had to walk sideways to get into the bathroom. The "den" or third bedroom was a fairly nice surprise. It had a sliding glass door to get outside. The only problem was it lead right to the same area as the front door which means anyone could walk in if you leave it open. The room itself had a tv with a cable box, a ceiling fan, a twin bed against the wall in between the closet and the sliding glass door and a bed. Nothing more meaning there was absolutely no light AND no value conditioning vent! It got pretty warm in the room as it received all of the morning and early afternoon sun in the room we stayed. I ended up grabbing a standing lamp from the living room and the small ottoman to use in the room and it worked great. I added pictures only I of this space for reference. We stayed in building J and it was great because the swimming pool was right across the way which made it easy to go to and from the pool! Each unit has an assigned parking spot making it easy to park and one less thing to worry about. They also allow you to "rent" two movies a night (for free)! Please note based on the small pamphlet we were given with information, you do have to pay for AC and there is a separate key you have to insert near the old AC control. We were not told this so we struggled at first when we got into the room. After a couple of calls to the front desk, someone brought the key to us. I don't recall the daily charge for access to the AC but thankfully we were not charged when we checked out.

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    Hilton Waikoloa Village - Restaurant

    Hilton Waikoloa Village

    (1.8k reviews)

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    Love the Hilton Waikoloa - here for my husband's company retreat. They did amazing planning with…read morethe hotel. We stayed at the Palace tower. Nice renovations. The boat is no longer operable. There was one tram in service. We did walk most of the time. The hall staff Joseph was so friendly & cheerful with his services. The food was really good as well.

    The good, the bad, the indifferent. Stunning views…read more Beautiful, well kept grounds. Overall, food is good and lots of options throughout the very large property. The natural ocean water lagoon is a nice change from a pool, but don't expect it to be teeming with sea life. Occasional fish and turtle will wander in. Dolphin experience is both cool and sad. Dolphins are well taken care of, but kept in very small pens and forced to interact with tourists. If you're at all animal activist-minded, not the property for you. The bad: The customer service is mediocre at best. Which is jarring coming from previous trips to Maui and Kauai, where service is paramount. Left standing at front desk in Hilton Diamond line for 20mins while guests walked up to main line and were helped. Property is aged. Rooms are fine. If you're a fitness person and you plan to use the gym, this is where the hotel website blatantly lies. The fitness center is two old, windowless room with horrible, dingy prison lighting. The equipment is broken, heavily rusted and at least 25-30 years old. Huge disappointment. (See pictures) The indifferent: There's no natural beach. Not uncommon for Kona. But sad that there's no access to tire-pools or ocean unless you swim/trek out beyond the lagoon. The Monorail is PAINFULLY slow. Be ready for a lot of walking (property is huge), the wait for the monorail (that doesn't travel in a loop, so if you want to go one way but the monorail is travelling the other, you have to wait for it to come back) because the wait-time is even more painful. Will update with more details as they come.

    Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa

    Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa

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    We had such a great stay here. The property is beautiful, the pools are relaxing, and the access to…read moreA-Bay is perfect -- just a short, easy walk to a gorgeous beach. The resort never felt overly crowded, which made the whole trip feel really peaceful. Our room was cleaned every single day, and we loved that they offer free washers and dryers for guests. It was such a nice perk -- we dried our towels daily and didn't have to deal with sandy, damp stuff in the room. Everyone we interacted with was so nice. The bell desk even held Tim's glasses for us so we could go out one evening without worrying. The concierge team was also super helpful and actually helped us book our next Marriott stay in Kauai. The on-site restaurant, Hawaii Calls, was great -- amazing Mai Tais and solid food overall. The only thing I'd skip is the little coffee shop; we paid for parfaits and it just wasn't worth it. The only minor downside was that our oceanfront balcony wasn't quite as "oceanfront" as we expected for the price, but it was still a lovely room and didn't take away from the experience. We loved our stay here so much we already booked another Marriott for our next trip. Beautiful resort, great service, and a perfect base for exploring the Big Island.

    We've been coming to the Waikoloa Hilton for about 15 years now and have visited a handful of times…read moreover that stretch. With that history, I can say with confidence that the experience has noticeably declined and our most recent trip made that hard to ignore. The biggest frustration is the cuts to on-site transportation. The boats that used to ferry guests around are largely gone, and the tram service seems to always be down. That leaves you walking and this is not a small property. Depending on where your room is, you're looking at close to half a mile to a mile between points, which is brutal when you have kids, luggage, and all your gear in tow. The on-site activities and amenities have also thinned out compared to what they used to offer. It just doesn't feel as full and vibrant as it once did. That said, there are still genuine highlights. The valet service was excellent, incredibly kind, and complimentary for us. The day pass option is solid if you want to come for a visit without staying overnight, and towel rentals are included with that service. The resort's layout is actually a plus in one way if one area gets too crowded, you can easily move to a completely different pool or section and have an entirely different experience. The ocean connection to the resort is genuinely special too we went snorkeling and spotted turtles and fish right there, which was a highlight for our whole family. The hotel rooms feel like they've slipped in quality over the years, and the buffet prices have gone up significantly while the food quality hasn't kept pace. Convenient? Yes. Worth the price tag? Not really anymore. My honest recommendation: skip staying on property and instead Airbnb or find a different t nearby timeshare we've done it and it's a great way to enjoy the area at a much better value. Then come do a day visit at the resort to enjoy the amenities without the overnight sticker shock. We still love Waikoloa and will keep coming back, but the resort itself needs to invest in what made it great a decade ago.

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    Fairmont Orchid

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    The Fairmont Orchid has honestly become an annual tradition for me, and at this point I don't see…read morethat changing anytime soon. The resort itself is absolutely stunning. It feels like full luxury from the moment you arrive. As soon as you walk into the open air lobby, you can see straight through the entire property, the pool, the palm trees, and the ocean views all lined up in front of you. That first impression really sets the tone and is one of the standout features of the resort. Another major highlight is the private lagoon beach. It is calm, swimmable, and perfect for all ages. They provide complimentary snorkel gear, and you will almost always see sea turtles in the water, which makes it feel like a true Hawaii experience. Poolside service is also great, with drinks and snacks available, and there is even a taco truck that is perfect for kids or a quick casual bite during the day. Located on the Kohala Coast, the views are some of the best in all of Hawaii. Whether it is sunrise walks or sunsets by the water, the setting alone keeps me coming back year after year. The rooms are clean, comfortable, and well done. Not overly flashy, but they do not need to be because the environment does most of the work. The resort layout flows really nicely, from the open air lobby to the oceanfront paths. Dining is a big plus here. Brown's Beach House is the main restaurant and definitely a highlight, great food, right on the water, and an amazing sunset vibe. For breakfast, Orchid Court has a daily buffet that is consistently solid and easy. There are also a few other options on property, so you are not limited. Amenities are strong across the board. The gym is 24/7, which is a big plus. The spa is great and adds to the overall experience. If I remember correctly, even the pool runs 24/7, which is rare and makes late night swims a nice option. What really stands out is the value. It is definitely on the higher end price wise, but still not as expensive as places like the Four Seasons Resort Hualalai. If you time it right, Costco Travel sometimes has great deals, like pay for four nights and get the fifth night free packages that can also waive resort fees, and provide some additional resort credit. I have so many great memories here, which is a big reason why I keep coming back. The only downside is that in recent years they have started charging for parking, which feels unnecessary at this level. Overall, I love this place. The setting, the consistency, and the overall vibe make it somewhere I look forward to returning to every year. Easily five stars for me because of the memories, although the parking would probably bring it down closer to a 4.5. Overall one of the best resorts in Hawaii, just keep in mind about the resort fees and parking!

    4.4 Beautiful hotel as we were there for a conference and…read moregot a little bit of a discount one of the rooms in the south tower. It was a room with two queen beds even though we needed just one King but surprisingly there's a bathtub./shower and a walk-in shower. This was fabulous as we didn't have to wait for one of us to SHOWER and can do both at the same time. I don't know if all rooms are like this. FOOD in the area is either very expensive at resorts or buying your own at convenience stores(not many) not much in between except the Brown's deli near the pool, which had good masala doughnut like fillings with Lilkoi coconut or chocolate. The Ulu chips were hard and crunchy in the turkey sandwich we had was really good. RESTAURANTS we ate at brown Beach House before sunset and gorgeous view and Bochatan Japanese fusion it's good and expensive as well Were surprised the pool seem more crowded than the protected lagoon, but both that areas of reclining chairs and never ran out. The protected LAGOON was especially nice which are very private compared to some of the other public beaches we visited. We got one hours free of snorkel equipment daily there we got to swim w a turtle and groups of fish. Parking was included in resort fee already and was not an excessive walk out of the hotel We had a gorgeous WALK north of the hotel along the coast by the golf course in so many mini lagoons with lava and people picnicing there. The petroglyphs nearby going south along the coast were resorts, and beautiful. These customers are nice, especially during sunset, although I'm told also during sunrise. Although you could probably technically stay here during your whole vacation, you could eat and see and experience those things been here for two days. We had a CAR and drove to the East Coast. Hilo for volcano tour and went to Kona several times as well as south of Kona for the Manta ray viewing at outrigger hotel. Additionally, we drove to. haupana beach /westin hotel shares about 10 minutes north which seemed like a regular beach and instead was able to use our parking pass to drive about five minutes south to the more secluded and private waialea beach with pockets of sand trees and areas for families to sit in go in the water. May need some water shoes to go in as the black rocks bordering are hard on the feet but we saw turtles and snorkeling was nice there

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    Mauna Lani Auberge Collection

    (331 reviews)

    This hotel is beautiful, truly. Everywhere you walk, a breeze follows you so you feel like a…read moreHawaiian model. The entire property is stunning EXCEPT the old tiled walkway to your room with a rolled out carpet runner. That was the only part that was like "finish the design job please" but I get it, #budgets. The room itself is totally fine but walking to the room I was surprised considering how flawlessly stunning, modern and upscale the rest of the grounds are. The valet and reception staff are beautiful, elegant, friendly, upscale. Borrow a cute Mauna Lani bike for free and ride over to the market or the Fairmont for some daytime snorkeling. The gym is well appointed and has a great water machine. The breakfast buffet is well worth the $60pp value. I think I ate enough sashimi to shut up about sashimi prices for a while. Their açaí bowl with house made granola is to die for. Most memorable was making friends with Viola, Hawaii's most valuable Tutu (grandma) at Halani. Her aloha spirit just blessed our entire trip with sunshine and love. I also got to meet Les from the kitchen at Halani and learn about Taro farming! I will forever consider them my new friends from the islands.

    Second time coming back ! This experience was even better! Would like to start by saying thank…read moreyou, John for making everything spectacular at the cabana, and going above and beyond . Kelly was my bartender and have to say she was awesome ! You can have her make any cocktail and trust it will be exquisite. I would also like to extend my thank you to Melissa the manager who showed me where morning yoga was and even got my pup a little treat . Amy who was our server excellent .! Everyone here is beyond amazing . Alondra thank you for being so kind to me . This resort is 5 stars! I won't ever stay anywhere else . Mahalo for everything.

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    Waikoloa Beach Resort

    (12 reviews)

    The first time my waited and I stayed here I pulled up to valet to check in...I walked into a…read moremassive lobby area and was stunned by the panoramic view of a glorious December sunset ! I have seen many ocean sunrises and in my lifetime but this view was breathtaking! I had to run back to get my wife to come in just to see the sunset. It was the first impression of this resort which would captivate our senses for the rest of the stay and the next stay, and beyond. As a guest we were treated to 5 star service! The Aloha spirit seems to be in the hearts of all the staff! The Live entertainment on weekends is special, and all you can eat Buffet once a month is worth waiting for! There is so much to do right in the resort from snorkeling and swimming where sea turtles hang out, to enjoying the many pools and spas.....and it is perfectly located to enjoy sunsets, and day trips across the island! Kona is very close and if you love coffee it is a short trip to the many Kona coffee farms! The rooms are spacious, spotless and comfortable ! Room service is immediate and all staff friendly and helpful. I hate to recommend this most perfect of getaways because my wife and I want this place all to ourselves, but this resort, staff, and our gratitude for the experience deserve a 5 star experience rating!

    Golf was good but not excellent, about a 3, although we had a lot of fun. But the reason I gave an…read moreoverall 4 rating is because every single person that works there, from the cart staff to the pro shop staff to the course groomers to the beverage cart girl to the bartender were all excellent!! All 5's! Kind, helpful, not snooty whatsoever. Some very thoughtful customer experience details throughout.

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    Kolea at Waikoloa Beach Resort

    (25 reviews)

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    BAD COCKROACH INFESTATION!!…read more We stayed here for 5 nights in Aug 2025 and unfortunately our experience was ruined by a persistent roach infestation inside our unit. On the very first night, we killed six live roaches indoors. Over the next two days, we encountered several more inside--including one crawling near my foot while we were eating at the kitchen table--which terrified my children. We also saw many on the patio, along with ants along the wall near the sliding doors. We were unable to use the patio or keep the doors open for fresh air. Management sent pest control to spray, but the cockroach sightings continued. They offered less than 10% partial compensation, but it didn't make up for losing the ability to relax or feel comfortable in the unit for the majority of our stay. We understand Hawaii has tropical insects, but this went far beyond the occasional sighting. This was a recurring and disruptive issue that affected our enjoyment of the vacation. Management said it's "normal" for Hawaii. Well, I've been coming to Hawaii for decades and I can confidently say this is a bad infestation because I have never before experienced anything like this. Especially at resort (supposedly) of this caliber and price point. And management's response was slow and unsatisfactory. I do NOT recommend this resort. Proceed with caution--especially if considering a ground-level unit.

    Recently stayed at 15A . Loved the remodeled floors - fully tiled. Free parking. The unit also…read morecame with additional Hilton Pool access which included validated self parking at the Hilton. We booked direct with the owners who were amazing and helped with some great local suggestions. Super responsive. www.vitaminseahi.com

    Four Seasons Resort Hualalai - Beautiful coastline along the property

    Four Seasons Resort Hualalai

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    Beautiful hotel right on the beach! The hotel is quite large and has a lot of great amenities. Our…read morefavorite was the lagoon pool filled with unique fish and marine life. The beach actually has sand (unlike most beaches on Big Island) and the snorkeling was excellent. Service is top notch here as well. The pools were nice and not crowded. Absolutely lovely hotel!

    My company came here for our President's Club trip, and every detail coordinated by Shannon, the…read moreSpecials Event Manager, made us feel like VIPs! I worked closely with Shannon, Kehkoa, Indah (accounting) and the events team. While the pre-trip communication was a bit challenging due to time zone differences and delays (or lack) in responses, everything ran smoothly from the moment we arrived through the end of the trip. As the event planner for our President's Club trips, I stayed in a staff room and had no complaints! My room was in a prime location next to the pool, close to Ulu, a washer/dryer, the front desk, the beach garden and the amphitheater. While the staff on-site mentioned everything is within a 10-minute walk, I would challenge that as it really depends on your walking pace and tolerance for heat/humidity. Though there are plenty of [pricey] dining options to choose from on-site, it was frustrating fighting for breakfast, as there is only one designated breakfast spot-- Ulu. It didn't matter that I was a party of one or could be a party of 10, the wait times were horrendous no matter the size of your party. BE WARNED: service operates on island time, so either ask for the check upon getting your food or be patient and enjoy the waves and where you're at in the world. Note: There is a trading co in the front of the resort that is a full coffee bar and offers pastries, grab-and-go options, souvenirs, and various knick-knacks you may need. AMENITIES: There are 8 outdoor pools, one being a kids only pool (Keiki Pool) and one being a pond (King's Pond) where you can snorkel for free. If you don't have time to snorkel off-site, this a fun sample of what the Big Island has to offer. There's also a complimentary washer and dryer, complete with detergent and dryer sheets-- perfect for an extended stay and the many pool/beach days. If you ever need anything, your room may already have it. Check the drawer near the coffee machine. I forgot my phone charger at home and found an all-in-one charger in the drawer (at a cost-- $25). Planning these events can be stressful, especially when you're responsible for EVERYTHING. The events team and the front desk staff went above and beyond -- they even extended my check-out time to 8 PM, which was a huge help for me to finish packing my company's marketing materials and shipping them off.

    Paniolo Greens - hotels - Updated May 2026

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