Royal Palm Cottage/5 mins from beach/Akaka Falls/Private Lanai
10/10 Excellent
"We had an amazing stay at this beautiful Hilo property! The lush surroundings and well-maintained grounds made it a stunning retreat. We felt incredibly safe throughout our visit, which added to the overall comfort. The owner was responsive and approachable, making us feel we could reach out anytime with questions or needs. A delightful bonus was the fresh fruit provided, which was a perfect touch of local flavor. Highly recommend this gem for anyone visiting Hilo!"
"This property had the best view on the whole island! It was almost too good to be true. This is your sign to stop searching, and just book this place! You do need a jeep or truck with big tires to get to the property and you have to drive very slow for the last few minutes of the journey, but it’s totally worth it. All of the plants and flowers and fruit trees were so beautiful! The rooms are a little outdated, but still very accommodating. Everything that we needed was there. Camile and her husband live downstairs and also manage the property so are there if you need anything. They are wonderful people. We truly enjoyed talking with them everyday and appreciate the fresh fruit that she brought us. Hope we get the opportunity to return one day! "
"The property is peaceful and beautiful, on lush grassy slopes overlooking the ocean, surrounded by orchards of tropical fruit trees. Randy is a wonderful and considerate host, always ready to give helpful info on the area, or to let you enjoy your privacy as you prefer. For cat lovers, there is a charming group of friendly felines on the farm property. Highly recommend it— the best place we’ve stayed anywhere in Hawaii! 🌴 🌈 🌊 ⛰️ "
Embrace the soothing trade winds & let the ocean breeze carry your worries away
10/10 Excellent
"We had an amazing stay at this gorgeous ranch house. My partner and I stayed for the weekend and had family come over for a barbecue. It fit us all comfortably and we all enjoyed the beautiful view and animals roaming around. 5 stars all around. "
Hulili Tropical Fruit Farm- With over 200 five star reviews!
10/10 Excellent
"This was a great place to stay to enjoy the Hilo side of the Big Island. Sitting on the patio enjoying morning coffee or an evening meal were the favorite moments of our stay. The owners are kind and giving hosts and proud to share the bounties of their farm. "
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 Paniolo Greens At Waikoloa and Kikala Waterfall Lodge.
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 Onizuka Center for International Astronomy are fun stops for the whole family while you're in town. Explore nature at Mauna Kea and Mauna Kea Ice Age Reserve. You might also stop by Mauna Kea Visitor Information Station, located 4.8 mi from Mauna Kea Observatory, or Mauna Kea State Recreation Area which is 6.4 mi away.
