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Our top choices for Mauna Kea Observatory hotels

A resort pool with clear water, palm trees, and a waterfall.

1. Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kings’ Land Waikoloa

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kings’ Land Waikoloa
4.0 star property
42.4 km from Mauna Kea Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,299 reviews)
"Great place to stay at Waikoloa. Comes with access to the pool and lagoon facilities from the main Hilton which is amazing for a slightly cheaper fare."
United States
Dhaarini
The price is AU$446
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kings’ Land Waikoloa
A resort with a pool, beach, and ocean view.

2. Hilton Waikoloa Village

Hilton Waikoloa Village
4.0 star property
44.6 km from Mauna Kea Observatory
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,242 reviews)
"Great place to take a family vacation."
United States
Dawn
The price is AU$516
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Hilton Waikoloa Village
A swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a tiled roof.

3. Hilton Grand Vacations Club Ocean Tower Waikoloa Village

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Ocean Tower Waikoloa Village
4.0 star property
44.5 km from Mauna Kea Observatory
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,403 reviews)
"The room we stayed in was recently renovated and updated."
United States
Rebekah
The price is AU$363
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Ocean Tower Waikoloa Village
A gym with treadmills, stationary bikes, and weight machines.

4. Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton

Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton
4.0 star property
44.2 km from Mauna Kea Observatory
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,408 reviews)
"Great location"
Australia
Gavin
The price is AU$355
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton
A resort with a pool, palm trees, and a beach area.

5. Fairmont Orchid

Fairmont Orchid
4.5 star property
42.6 km from Mauna Kea Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Best stay ever!!!"
United States
Devin
The price is AU$1,062
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Fairmont Orchid
An aerial view of a beach with numerous umbrellas and palm trees.

6. Mauna Lani, Auberge Collection

Mauna Lani, Auberge Collection
5.0 star property
43 km from Mauna Kea Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Great breakfast and fantastic view"
United States
Scott
The price is AU$1,274
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Mauna Lani, Auberge Collection
A spacious atrium with a large circular skylight, a hanging spherical light fixture, and a view of the ocean.

7. The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort

The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort
4.5 star property
41.1 km from Mauna Kea Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Great place for family overall Dining options could be creative or diverse"
United States
Venkata Narayana Raghu Chandra
The price is AU$1,033
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort
A resort with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and palm trees.

8. Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa

Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
4.5 star property
44.1 km from Mauna Kea Observatory
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"I found the resort to be all that you might want in a tropical vacation stay. The facilities were wonderful and staff was great. Only problem I had was getting the in room coffee maker to work right! Otherwise the location was great and there was plenty to do in the local area."
United States
David
The price is AU$619
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
A balcony with wicker chairs facing a river with palm trees, a clear sky, and a distant bridge.

9. Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
3.5 star property
44.1 km from Mauna Kea Observatory
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,322 reviews)
"The property is a bit dated and could use some TLC. The room was clean and the bed was comfortable. The staff was great and breakfast was very good. Good location. Decent value and would stay here again."
United States
Daniel
The price is AU$281
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
A serene coastal landscape with palm trees, a calm river, and boats in the distance.

10. SCP Hilo Hotel

SCP Hilo Hotel
3.5 star property
44.5 km from Mauna Kea Observatory
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"We loved the amazing customer service, accommodations and friendly staff, clean, beautiful, relaxing environment, i recommend to everyone!!!"
United States
John
The price is AU$304
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
SCP Hilo Hotel
A resort with a swimming pool, beach, and palm trees.

11. Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Autograph Collection

Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Autograph Collection
5.0 star property
41.8 km from Mauna Kea Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (481 reviews)
"This is the best hotel that we have stayed at. The amenities, staff, rooms, the spa, the adult pool, the food, the beach…all 5 stars! Swam with manta rays and did the longest running luau that was well done. Have been coming here since the 80’s and it only keeps getting better. We love the Mauna Kea and the Big Island of Hawaii."
United States
Petja
The price is AU$1,726
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Autograph Collection
A balcony with a view of the sea, a cruise ship, and a yacht.

12. Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel

Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel
2.0 star property
44.4 km from Mauna Kea Observatory
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"The staff is wonderful and did everything possible to make our stay wonderful! We always stay at Reeds when we go to Hilo, it's like home!"
United States
Christine
The price is AU$229
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a fence, with a view of mountains in the distance.

13. Paniolo Greens At Waikoloa

Paniolo Greens At Waikoloa
3.0 star property
35.3 km from Mauna Kea Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"All aspects of Paniolo Greens condo stay were excellent, including newer Weber barbecues."
United States
Craig
Paniolo Greens At Waikoloa
A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, stone walls, and benches.

14. Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kohala Suites Waikoloa

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kohala Suites Waikoloa
3.5 star property
43.6 km from Mauna Kea Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (354 reviews)
"The room was very clean and comfortable! Staff was very welcoming and accommodating to our earlier check in :)"
United States
Linda
The price is AU$577
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kohala Suites Waikoloa
A resort with a large swimming pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

15. Marriott's Waikoloa Ocean Club

Marriott's Waikoloa Ocean Club
4.0 star property
44.1 km from Mauna Kea Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (130 reviews)
"Beautiful property"
United States
Michael
The price is AU$873
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Marriott's Waikoloa Ocean Club
A pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by palm trees and rocks.

16. The Islands at Mauna Lani - CoralTree Residence Collection

The Islands at Mauna Lani - CoralTree Residence Collection
4.0 star property
42.4 km from Mauna Kea Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (124 reviews)
"Beautiful place, pool and hot tub area were perfect!"
Canada
Scott
The Islands at Mauna Lani - CoralTree Residence Collection
A spacious living area with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a lamp.

17. Mahana House Country Inn

Mahana House Country Inn
4.0 star property
36 km from Mauna Kea Observatory
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (309 reviews)
"Really good view and quiet place for a stay. Cats are cute~"
United States
Junyi
The price is AU$411
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Mahana House Country Inn
A poolside area with lounge chairs and palm trees, overlooking a calm sea.

18. Hamakua Hotel

Hamakua Hotel
4.0 star property
38.7 km from Mauna Kea Observatory
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (66 reviews)
"This property was the highlight of our trip to Hilo. The gourmet dinner and included breakfasts were terrific. We will plan to come back!"
United States
Cassy
Hamakua Hotel
An aerial view of a lush landscape with a waterfall, dense greenery, and a few residential buildings.

19. The Inn at Kulaniapia Falls

The Inn at Kulaniapia Falls
3.5 star property
37.3 km from Mauna Kea Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (675 reviews)
"Clean room, staff are very nice. The waterfall is the highlight"
United States
Heng
The price is AU$420
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The Inn at Kulaniapia Falls
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Mauna Kea Observatory Hotel Reviews

River View Rainforest Tiny Cabin with Kitchenette (No Cleaning Fee)

River View Rainforest Tiny Cabin with Kitchenette (No Cleaning Fee)

8/10 Good
"Just what I needed for a few days to relax with the sound of the stream. The little cabin had everything that one would need to be comfortable for a few days. The hosts were great."
Vern 7-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
River View Rainforest Tiny Cabin with Kitchenette (No Cleaning Fee)

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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