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Mauna Kea Beach Hotel

Contact
62-100 Mauna Kea Beach Drive
Kohala Coast, Hawaii 96743
TEL 808-882-7222
FAX 808-882-5700

Resort Overview

The world-renowned Mauna Kea Beach Hotel is located on beautiful Kauna'oa Bay, considered by many to be the island's single most picturesque beach. Crescent-shaped with pure white sands and shimmering aqua waters, it is perfect for water activities including swimming, snorkeling, scuba diving, sailing, kayaking, catamaran riding, whale watching and deep-sea fishing. Even at night, guests step onto a circular lava outcropping overlooking the Bay, to watch the manta rays swim beneath.

Golf Overview

The incomparable Mauna Kea Golf Course offers golfers the perfect challenge to match their level of play. Created by Robert Trent Jones, Sr., the 18-hole championship course presents dramatic changes in elevation, large undulating greens, and 120 well-placed bunkers. There are incredible panoramic sweeps of sea and land, featuring snow-capped Mauna Kea, rugged lava beds, and the sparkling blue Pacific. One of the most spectacular features is the famous Third Hole, where surging inlet water races to meet the rocky shoreline, affording one of the most breathtaking views in golf today.

Golf Courses

Mauna Kea Golf Course 

Architect:  Robert Trent Jones, Sr.
Description:
When it opened in 1964, Mauna Kea was Hawaii's first great golf course. Located on the Kohala coast of the Big Island, it remains the standard by which all others are judged.

Rating/Slope

TeesYardageRatingSlopePar
Men'sLadies'Men'sLadies'
Black711473.6N/A143N/A72
Blue673771.9N/A138N/A72
Orange636570.1N/A134N/A72
White527769.6N/A121N/A72

Dining

A varied calendar of culinary events brings extra excitement to Mauna Kea menus.

Batik

The Hotel's fine dining experience features creative Euro-Asian dishes, traditional and spicy Thai curries, local-grown cold water lobster and fresh specialty produce from Island gardens. The decadent dessert menu includes the Grand Marnier Soufflé, Warm Valrhona Chocolate Cake and Green Apple Fritters with Apple Ice.

The Pavilion at Manta Ray Point

Start your day with a lavish breakfast buffet, or made-to-order a la carte favorites. For dinner, come early for a table on the wide lanai overlooking Kauna'oa bay. Indulge yourself with fabulous Big Island seafood, grill-top specialties and light dining choices of past and pizza. After dinner, stroll down the walkway to Manta Ray Point and enjoy the show provided by nature's wild rays drawn to the light.

Hau Tree/Gazebo

Salads, sandwiches, sushi and sweets are the fare of the Hau Tree beachside restaurant. The Gazebo Bar is the perfect spot to meditate on the nation's "Best Beach" and sample our custom libation, the "Fredrico", as the sun sets in the West.

19th Hole Clubhouse

Mauna Kea Golf Clubhouse has an eclectic menu of Asian noodle dishes, Philly Steak, Club, Mahimahi or "Wrap" sandwiches and even old-fashioned sundaes for the golfer and non-golfer alike.

Copper Bar

A Mauna Kea tradition - In the day, relax here and enjoy spectacular ocean views of Kauna'oa Bay and the Kohala coastline. Near day's end, return to sip on Mai Tais before dinner as you watch the glorious sunset and be lulled by the soothing sounds of the Hawaiian Blend trio.

Spa

As you luxuriate in the classic elegance of Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, you realize that pampering yourself is a necessary part of the total ambience. Where better to start than the Spa & Fitness Center located in the Beach Front building of the hotel. Afterwards, stop by our full-service Mauna Kea Salon to put the polishing touches on hair, skin and nails.

Meetings

Fully restored to its original elegance, Mauna Kea Beach Hotel fulfills its heritage as a meeting place overflowing with natural ambience. Today, mature gardens and flowering trees create tropical outdoor theaters enhanced by warm trade winds and golden sunsets. The richly-appointed indoor facilities add prestige and intimacy to smaller gatherings.

Activities

  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Spa
  • Fitness Facilities
  • Swimming
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Water Sports
  • Kayaking
  • Sailing
  • Snorkeling
  • Golf Practice Range
  • Putting Green
  • Scuba Diving