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Paniolo Greens At Waikoloa

Paniolo Greens At Waikoloa

8/10 Good
"the unit was clean and the staff were polite"
Harley Clayton 4-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Paniolo Greens At Waikoloa
Hamakua Hotel

Hamakua Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"This property was the highlight of our trip to Hilo. The gourmet dinner and included breakfasts were terrific. We will plan to come back!"
Cassy 4-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hamakua Hotel
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kings’ Land Waikoloa

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kings’ Land Waikoloa

10/10 Excellent
"Amazing place, I highly recommend it! The rooms are updated condos so you can make your own meals, wash your clothes, lots of space and the facilities are amazing. Much better than just a traditional hotel."
Jean Paul 5-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kings’ Land Waikoloa
Ocean & Maunakea View Guesthouse on a Private 5-Acre Property

Ocean & Maunakea View Guesthouse on a Private 5-Acre Property

10/10 Excellent
"Clean, good location, great view"
Jesse R. 3-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Ocean & Maunakea View Guesthouse on a Private 5-Acre Property
Castle Waimea Country Lodge

Castle Waimea Country Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Pretty good"
Mikhail 2-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Castle Waimea Country Lodge
The Inn at Kulaniapia Falls

The Inn at Kulaniapia Falls

8/10 Good
"Flies in the barn was an extreme nuisance. Uncut grass from cabin 5 to the barn was annoying. The falls was a amazing. However, be extremely careful if you take the short hike because the uneven rocks is a challenge especially if it rain (9 out 10 times it'll rain). Despite that, Jordan, Abby, & Cady (not in order) was top of line from hospitality, interaction, professionalism, tidiness, etc. & they wasn't ugly :-)"
Andre 3-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
The Inn at Kulaniapia Falls
Luxury 4BR Estate with Ocean Views, Pool, Slide & Gourmet Kitchen: Waipio Heaven

Luxury 4BR Estate with Ocean Views, Pool, Slide & Gourmet Kitchen: Waipio Heaven

10/10 Excellent
"We loved our second stay in this house. The view is one-of-a-kind, and the house is such a beautiful gem. We love the coquis at night, the stars and enjoying the humid air of Hawaii. Honoka’a is a nice town, and the Waipi’o Fruit Shack is right down the road. You’ll probably be visiting Waimea (30 minutes) or across the island to Mauna Lani, etc. (1 ro 1.25 hours), but the longer drive is still worth it for staying in such a lovely house. You’ll have a wonderful experience!"
Roy H. 8-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Luxury 4BR Estate with Ocean Views, Pool, Slide & Gourmet Kitchen: Waipio Heaven
"The land of Sunshine" - fantastic ocean views, peaceful, romantic getaway

"The land of Sunshine" - fantastic ocean views, peaceful, romantic getaway

10/10 Excellent
"Such a peaceful stay! loved the view and the beautiful property. Hosts were wonerful and kind. Would love to come back and stay here again!"
Eric K. 6-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
"The land of Sunshine" - fantastic ocean views, peaceful, romantic getaway
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 1 month ago
Hamakua Guesthouse

Other attractions near Mauna Kea Observatory

Onizuka Center for International Astronomy

Learn about the events happening in Onizuka Center for International Astronomy during your trip to Hilo. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
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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.

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