Where to stay in Kona?

[Chas]

I hadn't even thought about the tourist factor, I stay home most of the time. Good to know. Unfortunately I won't be getting there till afternoon. I guess I can get up early the next day and get some in before check out.

Thanks for all the extra info Kiana. Much appreciated.

[macuu222]

Hilton Waikaloa  just posted Kamaaina rates available for the end of April and all of May for under $300.00 a night "including" all taxes and fee's

https://www.hiltonwaikoloavillage.com/ka...G83jKaC-_k

[Rob Tucker]

Hilton Waikaloa. Wow, there's an experience I'd rather forget.

[randomq]

I enjoyed their waterfall pool last year. Haven't stayed in the hotel; what's wrong with it aside from cost?

[kalianna]

It's Disneyland. Not officially any more, but still Disneyland.

[Chas]

I like to go and stroll around the grounds now and then. You couldn't even get on the property of a place like that on the mainland.

I've never done it, but they have a day pass for the pool for $30. Seems like a good way to spend the day.

[HawaiiEV]

If you have kids it’s wonderful.. they validate parking if you eat and drink.

[Durian Fiend]

I enjoyed their waterfall pool last year. Haven't stayed in the hotel; what's wrong with it aside from cost?

Good question.  I love the grounds, the pools, the artwork on display.  Quite the pleasant fantasy land for both adults and kids.

[Rob Tucker]

I don't want to begrudge people their fantasies. My problem with Hilton Waikoloa is that, except for the exceptionally fine sunsets, everything there is fake. So fantasy land it is. Fake Hawaii.

[HawaiiEV]

It’s just a resort, not sure I would call it fake Hawaii. Sure people visiting from the mainland aren’t experiencing a real beach, but not sure I would prefer them being on the real beach. A lot of people on this side who live in the real Hawaii everyday enjoy a staycation there, especially for the kids.