Fall 2009 Lodging Specials on the Big Island of Hawaii
Wednesday September 16, 2009
Yesterday we looked at some of the great lodging deals on Kauai this fall. Today we turn our attention to the Big Island of Hawaii. Check out these great deals, especially those that coincide with this November's always popular Kona Coffee Cultural Festival.
Fall Deals at Big Island Hotels & Resorts
Aston Hotels & Resorts
Aston Hotels know their guests want to get out and explore Hawaii's Big Island, so at the Aston Shores at Waikoloa or Aston Kona by the Sea you'll receive an Aloha Book, which contains coupons worth up to $2,000 in savings on dining, shopping and activities. The book also serves as a guide to some of the best culture, history, cuisine and attractions on the island. (866) 774-2924, www.AstonHotels.com.
The Fairmont Orchid
The Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii invites guests to celebrate the holidays with a Fifth Night Free on any new booking during the holidays. Complimentary inclusions include self-parking, keiki aloha children's program, daily poolside cooking demonstrations, the annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony and Santa's arrival in a koa canoe, and more! Contact your preferred travel professional, visit www.fairmont.com/orchid, or call at (800) 845-9905.
Four Seasons Hualalai at Historic Ka'upulehu
Four Seasons Resort Hualalai unveiled the results of its 15-month, $40-million enhancement in early August, showcasing 20 new suites, a sweeping spa transformation, a renovated beachfront bar, lounge and restaurant, and stylish new retail boutiques. Gloriously revitalized, the AAA Five Diamond, award-winning resort re-establishes its reputation as an unparalleled destination that honors the essence of Hawaiian design, culture and tradition. In celebration, the resort is offering guests a $495 promotional rate on stays this fall, beginning Sept. 15. (808) 325-8200. www.fourseasons.com/hualalai.
Hilton Waikoloa Village
Now you can stay and dine for one low price at Hilton Waikoloa Village. The Inclusive Exclusive Package includes daily breakfast, lunch and dinner for two at select restaurants. Rates start at $399 per night for two with a minimum three-night stay. Cannot be combined with any other programs or discounts. Offer good now through Mar. 31, 2010. Blackout dates: Dec. 20-31, 2009. Reservations: (800) HILTONS, ask for Package Code P2. Or book at www.hilton.com.
Kona Village Resort
Plunge into the clear blue with Kona Village Resort's five-night Dive Package. It includes gear, airport transfers, three two-tank dives, unlimited shore dives, all meals and more. Begins at $3,500, five nights, six days, for two in a luxurious, thatched-roof bungalow. (800) 367-5290, www.Konavillage.com.
Mauna Kea Beach Hotel
The historic, newly re-opened Mauna Kea Beach Hotel offers guests $500 in resort credit for every three nights per room. Do the math and yes, that means a $1,000 credit for a six-night stay. Use it for a round of golf, spa treatments, the weekly luau or clambake, or to sip frosty cocktails by the pool. Rates starting from $550. Valid for travel now until Dec. 22. Reservations: (866) 977-4589. www.princeresortshawaii.com.
Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
In celebration of Hawaii's 50th anniversary of statehood, Marriott Resorts Hawaii is giving social media enthusiasts two ways to win free trips to Hawaii via Hawaiian Airlines with its "Tweet Yourself to Hawaii" sweepstakes. Prizes include a five-night stay at Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa with a Hertz rental car, dining credit and Big Island activities. There's also a bigger prize – a seven-night stay at two participating Marriott resorts in Hawaii for a 12-person Hawaii getaway. Visit www.marriotthawaiitweets.com.
Falls Deals at Big Island Bed & Breakfasts and Vacation Rentals
Big Island Vacation Rentals
Recession rates are good until mid-December at oceanfront and oceanview homes and condos with Big Island Vacation Rentals. Just $125/night for oceanfront or popular, sunny Kapoho? $85 for oceanfront condos in Hilo? You bet! All rentals are less than an hour from the volcano, close to snorkeling and swimming, farmers markets and some of the most beautiful natural scenery in Hawaii. Book online at www.bigislandvacationrentals.com or call (808) 965-0400.
Bougainvillea Bed And Breakfast
Bougainvillea Bed And Breakfast offers not just guestrooms, but experiences now at a 20 percent discount. Stargaze from the hot tub or pool. Enjoy a delicious home-cooked breakfast. Taste fresh-from-the-garden white pineapple. And let your host, Martie (a Certified Travel Consultant), share her island secrets. Rates start from $85/night, with your fifth night free, through 2010. Ask for the Sizzling discount. Call (800) 688-1763, or visit www.bougainvilleabedandbreakfast.com.
Holualoa Inn
The stunning Holualoa Inn has just the remedy for the cool fall chill: spend one more long lazy day at the beach – for free! Book three nights and receive the fourth night free. This applies to new reservations only, and may not be combined with any other. Rates from $260/night. Valid Sept. 1-Nov. 30. Call (800) 392-1812, or go to www.holualoainn.com.
Waianuhea Bed & Breakfast
Dinner Is Served! Dinner is now being offered to guests at the gorgeous Waianuhea, a luxury inn in Ahualoa on the Hamakua Coast. The three-course menu consists of soup or salad, entrée and dessert for $48 per person, plus tax and gratuity. The four-course menu offers an appetizer, soup or salad, entrée and dessert for $58 per person, plus tax and gratuity. Menus will be created based on local and seasonal availability and dietary preferences. (888) 775-2577, www.waianuhea.com.
Special Deals Celebrating the Kona Coffee Cultural Festival
Ka'awa Loa Plantation Guesthouse and Retreat
Ka‘awa Loa Plantation Guesthouse and Retreat offers a package based on a "Plantation Camp" three-night stay, in ocean accommodations from Sept 15-Nov. 15. It includes Kona Coffee Country Welcome amenity, daily breakfast, a two-hour plantation tour and sunset Hawaiian Detox Steam. $525, based on double occupancy. Call (808) 323-2686 and mention "Kona Coffee Camp." www.kaawaloaplantation.com.
King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel
The Kona Coffee Cultural Festival Special at King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel room & breakfast package starts from $119 per night for a newly renovated room. Includes complimentary wireless Internet, breakfast buffet for two, and a 20 percent discount on lunch or dinner. Book now through Nov. 14 for reservations between Nov. 6-15. (800) 367-2111, www.konabeachhotel.com
Dragonfly Ranch
Dragonfly Ranch, located near three excellent snorkeling/diving bays, is offering a special for Kona Coffee Cultural Festival enthusiasts. This unique treehouse hideaway is giving a fourth night free on all rooms during the festival, and half price on the Dragonfly Cottage. Guests receive a complimentary bag of Dragonfly Goddess Coffee (to Awaken the Godessence Within") – 100 percent Kona beans, organically grown and freshly roasted in Honaunau. Visit www.dragonflyranch.com or call (808) 328-2159.
Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort & Spa
Sheraton Keauhou is also brewing up deals for guests during the annual Kona Coffee Cultural Festival (Nov. 6-15): a progressive discount card for food and non-alcoholic beverages. Use the card once, a 10 percent discount applies, the second use gets you a 15 percent discount, third use, 20 percent and fourth use, 25 percent. The card can be used at Kai, Manta Ray Bar & Grill or Keauhou Bay Coffee Co. www.sheratonkeauhou.com or (888) 488-3535.
Fall Deals at Big Island Hotels & Resorts
Aston Hotels & Resorts
Aston Hotels know their guests want to get out and explore Hawaii's Big Island, so at the Aston Shores at Waikoloa or Aston Kona by the Sea you'll receive an Aloha Book, which contains coupons worth up to $2,000 in savings on dining, shopping and activities. The book also serves as a guide to some of the best culture, history, cuisine and attractions on the island. (866) 774-2924, www.AstonHotels.com.
The Fairmont Orchid
The Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii invites guests to celebrate the holidays with a Fifth Night Free on any new booking during the holidays. Complimentary inclusions include self-parking, keiki aloha children's program, daily poolside cooking demonstrations, the annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony and Santa's arrival in a koa canoe, and more! Contact your preferred travel professional, visit www.fairmont.com/orchid, or call at (800) 845-9905.
Four Seasons Hualalai at Historic Ka'upulehu
Four Seasons Resort Hualalai unveiled the results of its 15-month, $40-million enhancement in early August, showcasing 20 new suites, a sweeping spa transformation, a renovated beachfront bar, lounge and restaurant, and stylish new retail boutiques. Gloriously revitalized, the AAA Five Diamond, award-winning resort re-establishes its reputation as an unparalleled destination that honors the essence of Hawaiian design, culture and tradition. In celebration, the resort is offering guests a $495 promotional rate on stays this fall, beginning Sept. 15. (808) 325-8200. www.fourseasons.com/hualalai.
Hilton Waikoloa Village
Now you can stay and dine for one low price at Hilton Waikoloa Village. The Inclusive Exclusive Package includes daily breakfast, lunch and dinner for two at select restaurants. Rates start at $399 per night for two with a minimum three-night stay. Cannot be combined with any other programs or discounts. Offer good now through Mar. 31, 2010. Blackout dates: Dec. 20-31, 2009. Reservations: (800) HILTONS, ask for Package Code P2. Or book at www.hilton.com.
Kona Village Resort
Plunge into the clear blue with Kona Village Resort's five-night Dive Package. It includes gear, airport transfers, three two-tank dives, unlimited shore dives, all meals and more. Begins at $3,500, five nights, six days, for two in a luxurious, thatched-roof bungalow. (800) 367-5290, www.Konavillage.com.
Mauna Kea Beach Hotel
The historic, newly re-opened Mauna Kea Beach Hotel offers guests $500 in resort credit for every three nights per room. Do the math and yes, that means a $1,000 credit for a six-night stay. Use it for a round of golf, spa treatments, the weekly luau or clambake, or to sip frosty cocktails by the pool. Rates starting from $550. Valid for travel now until Dec. 22. Reservations: (866) 977-4589. www.princeresortshawaii.com.
Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
In celebration of Hawaii's 50th anniversary of statehood, Marriott Resorts Hawaii is giving social media enthusiasts two ways to win free trips to Hawaii via Hawaiian Airlines with its "Tweet Yourself to Hawaii" sweepstakes. Prizes include a five-night stay at Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa with a Hertz rental car, dining credit and Big Island activities. There's also a bigger prize – a seven-night stay at two participating Marriott resorts in Hawaii for a 12-person Hawaii getaway. Visit www.marriotthawaiitweets.com.
Falls Deals at Big Island Bed & Breakfasts and Vacation Rentals
Big Island Vacation Rentals
Recession rates are good until mid-December at oceanfront and oceanview homes and condos with Big Island Vacation Rentals. Just $125/night for oceanfront or popular, sunny Kapoho? $85 for oceanfront condos in Hilo? You bet! All rentals are less than an hour from the volcano, close to snorkeling and swimming, farmers markets and some of the most beautiful natural scenery in Hawaii. Book online at www.bigislandvacationrentals.com or call (808) 965-0400.
Bougainvillea Bed And Breakfast
Bougainvillea Bed And Breakfast offers not just guestrooms, but experiences now at a 20 percent discount. Stargaze from the hot tub or pool. Enjoy a delicious home-cooked breakfast. Taste fresh-from-the-garden white pineapple. And let your host, Martie (a Certified Travel Consultant), share her island secrets. Rates start from $85/night, with your fifth night free, through 2010. Ask for the Sizzling discount. Call (800) 688-1763, or visit www.bougainvilleabedandbreakfast.com.
Holualoa Inn
The stunning Holualoa Inn has just the remedy for the cool fall chill: spend one more long lazy day at the beach – for free! Book three nights and receive the fourth night free. This applies to new reservations only, and may not be combined with any other. Rates from $260/night. Valid Sept. 1-Nov. 30. Call (800) 392-1812, or go to www.holualoainn.com.
Waianuhea Bed & Breakfast
Dinner Is Served! Dinner is now being offered to guests at the gorgeous Waianuhea, a luxury inn in Ahualoa on the Hamakua Coast. The three-course menu consists of soup or salad, entrée and dessert for $48 per person, plus tax and gratuity. The four-course menu offers an appetizer, soup or salad, entrée and dessert for $58 per person, plus tax and gratuity. Menus will be created based on local and seasonal availability and dietary preferences. (888) 775-2577, www.waianuhea.com.
Special Deals Celebrating the Kona Coffee Cultural Festival
Ka'awa Loa Plantation Guesthouse and Retreat
Ka‘awa Loa Plantation Guesthouse and Retreat offers a package based on a "Plantation Camp" three-night stay, in ocean accommodations from Sept 15-Nov. 15. It includes Kona Coffee Country Welcome amenity, daily breakfast, a two-hour plantation tour and sunset Hawaiian Detox Steam. $525, based on double occupancy. Call (808) 323-2686 and mention "Kona Coffee Camp." www.kaawaloaplantation.com.
King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel
The Kona Coffee Cultural Festival Special at King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel room & breakfast package starts from $119 per night for a newly renovated room. Includes complimentary wireless Internet, breakfast buffet for two, and a 20 percent discount on lunch or dinner. Book now through Nov. 14 for reservations between Nov. 6-15. (800) 367-2111, www.konabeachhotel.com
Dragonfly Ranch
Dragonfly Ranch, located near three excellent snorkeling/diving bays, is offering a special for Kona Coffee Cultural Festival enthusiasts. This unique treehouse hideaway is giving a fourth night free on all rooms during the festival, and half price on the Dragonfly Cottage. Guests receive a complimentary bag of Dragonfly Goddess Coffee (to Awaken the Godessence Within") – 100 percent Kona beans, organically grown and freshly roasted in Honaunau. Visit www.dragonflyranch.com or call (808) 328-2159.
Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort & Spa
Sheraton Keauhou is also brewing up deals for guests during the annual Kona Coffee Cultural Festival (Nov. 6-15): a progressive discount card for food and non-alcoholic beverages. Use the card once, a 10 percent discount applies, the second use gets you a 15 percent discount, third use, 20 percent and fourth use, 25 percent. The card can be used at Kai, Manta Ray Bar & Grill or Keauhou Bay Coffee Co. www.sheratonkeauhou.com or (888) 488-3535.
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