With
more and more travelers choosing to skip the crowded resort
of Oahu and Waikiki beach, the Big Island is now becoming
the place where you can find the best Hawaii hotels. Some
resorts like the Four Seasons, require reservations for
either lunch or a room to let you enter, while other Hawaii
resort areas, like the Waikoloa, will let any visitor
stop in.
Most of the Hotels in Hawaii, or the Big Island, as it
is also known, are on the Gold Coast, or the Kohala Coast,
north of Kona. Hilo is the largest city in Hawaii, and,
like the varied landscape, this city has some of the most
variety of hotels Hawaii has to offer. The Shipman House
is an official historic site as well as one of the most
unique Hawaii hotels. This is set in a beautifully restored
Victorian mansion, but it has all the modern conveniences
a visitor is going to expect from Hawaii lodging. There
are 5 guest bedrooms, each with a full bathroom complete
with amenities. On Wednesday, there is a hula class, and
every day of the week there is afternoon tea with snacks.
A continental breakfast buffet is served every morning
at this Hawaii hotel. The owners Barbara and Gary also
add touches like fresh flowers and heirloom furniture
to each room to make for an authentic bed and breakfast
feeling.
In the south, the Volcano House is a great choice for
Hawaii lodging if you want to be close to the Volcanoes
National Park. This is also another one of the historic
Hawaii hotels. The Volcano House overlooks the Caldera
of Kilauea, and is inside the national park. You won't
find the bustle and crowds of a typical Hawaii resort,
so this is one of the best hotels in Hawaii where you
can get away and enjoy the beauty of the volcanoes while
staying in quiet, clean accommodations. This building
has been continually inhabited since 1865, and once you
see the views, you will understand why. The simple rooms
are kept warm with volcanic steam, but not all of them
face the crater. If the hotel is full you may want to
pass on the other rooms that don't have the great views
but they cost just as much. While the Volcano House certainly
has some of the best views of all the hotels Hawaii has
to offer, it's not worth the price to have a room without
a view if you do choose to stay here.
The Fairmont Orchid is one of the top hotels Hawaii has
on the Kohala coast. Spread out over 32 acres of prime
water front real estate, this is considered a top choice
of Hawaii lodging for beach lovers. The activities like
drum-making and ukulele lesson help you learn about Hawaiian
culture while you have fun. The weather on the Kohala
coast is perfect year round, and this Hawaii hotel has
such confidence in the perpetual sunshine that fine furniture
remains outdoors overnight. For dinner, visit Brown's
Beach house. You can enjoy a Hawaiian cocktail and watch
the sun set from your table. The breakfast buffet is also
known for being one of the best in any Hawaii hotel. Whether
you're on a romantic honeymoon or a family vacation, this
hotel is a great choice.
From quiet volcano lodges to luxurious beachfront resorts,
there is no lack of variety in the hotels in Hawaii. A
Hawaii resort is what many travelers will choose without
thinking, but taking the time to explore your options
can help you find the best value and a one of a kind experience.
