The full-service landmark hotel is home to the world-famous annual
Ironman Triathlon. Recreational facilities include swimming pool
with a jacuzzi, comprehensive meeting and banquet facilities, a
Hawaiian activity centre and the only air-conditioned shopping mall
in Kona. A historical walking tour takes place daily highlighting
displays throughout the hotel and grounds.
Exterior: The hotel is comprised of two towers, each six stories in
height, with tropical landscaping.
Lobby: The lobby is large in size with a waiting area offering
chairs, couches, and tables. There are numerous shops located in
the lobby. Prominently displayed is a large and compelling mural
painted by a renowned artist.
Rooms
The newly renovated guestroom design is drawn from Big Island
themes: lava, native flora, and the intricate detail of the
Hawaiian tattoo. The carpet represents the organic flow of the lava
fields. The tile is the soft white and beige of the coral sand. The
upholstery is based on the red and brown of the famous local coffee
and the green of the accent colors comes from the many leafy shades
of the fern forest. Brand new bedding has been added to each new
room, and solid wood furniture is chiseled in bold a Polynesian
tattoo motif. Bathroom upgrades include new tubs, toilets, showers
and shiny fixtures, plus luxurious Bath & Body Works products and
hotel basics like new hair dryers, irons and ironing boards. Each
room features a new flat screen TV, complimentary Kona coffee and
coffee makers, and complimentary wireless Internet.
Restaurant & Food
The hotel's restaurant offers a casual dining atmosphere and
spectacular views of the bay during breakfast hours. Each table has
an view of the ocean and Kamakahonu Bay with the historical Ahu'ena
Heiau as a striking focal point. By the pool, the bar is a perfect
place to enjoy a cool and refreshing tropical drink while snacking
on a wide choice of pupus or appetizers any day of the week. An
outdoor luau occurs once a week offering a sumptuous Hawaiian
buffet and dramatic Hawaiian and Polynesian entertainment.
Activities & Sport
This hotel offers an outdoor pool and hot tub, sauna (extra charge
applies), massage and spa treatments (both for an additional fee),
Hawaiian Lu'au, beach services and a beauty salon. Guests can take
advantage of the four tennis courts and on-site shopping arcade
with 28 shops. There are also lots of water sport opportunities on
the nearby sandy beach, as well as golf courses close by.
Comments
Parking is available for a minimal fee.