Hotels near Mauna Kea Observatory
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Top Mauna Kea Observatory Hotel Reviews
Paniolo Greens At Waikoloa
6/10 Okay
"Needs a major update to the '20s. Rather than the '70s"
Hilton Waikoloa Village
10/10 Excellent
"Amazing newly remodeled room, nice pool and lagoon with great snorkeling"
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kings’ Land Waikoloa
10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful room and property with Great staff
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Mauna Lani, Auberge Collection
10/10 Excellent
"Exceptional location, amenities and service"
Mahana House Country Inn
10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful and peaceful accommodations. About 30 mins from Hilo town. "
Hamakua Hotel
10/10 Excellent
"I had an amazing experience at this hotel. The room was phenomenal— from the decor to the amenities to the view! The breakfast prepared by Chef Joseph every morning was delicious, and was the perfect beginning for every day. It was fresh and tasty. The Friday night dinner was also prepared with so much thought and intention, each plate was so yummy and presented beautifully. We also loved the hot tub, it was a nice way to end our evening after exploring Hawai’i. Next time in town I’ll be back!"
Castle Waimea Country Lodge
8/10 Good
"Yes"
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Ocean Tower Waikoloa Village
6/10 Okay
"This was the longest walk between my room and the parking lot of anywhere I have ever stayed - a mile. And they charge you $48 per night for the convenience of parking there. The tram option was infrequent. Very disappointed they keep dolphins trapped onsite in a very shallow pool. Do not get the breakfast option - it was small and limited in selection."
Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
4/10 Poor
"I would not recommend this hotel, unless there were no other decent choices. The front desk wasn't friendly or particular helpful both days we were there. Room was not great, none of us slept, roach on nightstand next to me. The reason I didn't give it lower was because of the bar restaurant. We were tired and hungry when we got in so went for the casual food in the bar area. Server was terrific, food was very good and live band playing was honestly incredible. This was the only good thing about our hotel experience. "
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 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 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.