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Fairmont OrchidvsFour Seasons Resort Hualalai
Both properties are recommended by travel writers. On balance, Four Seasons Resort Hualalai scores significantly higher than Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii. Four Seasons Resort Hualalai comes in at 95 with positive reviews from 13 sources including Oyster, DK Eyewitness and goop.
Fairmont Orchid
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Frommer's
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Zagat
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1 N Kaniku Dr, Puako, Island of Hawaii, HI 96743
From $368/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Jetsetter "The Fairmont Orchid remains one of the top-rated hotels on the Kohala Coast because people love its understated approach to luxury." Full review
Frommer's "Beyond the 10,000-square-foot swimming pool lies a cove of soft sand, where the Hui Holokai Beach Ambassadors make guests feel at home in the water and on shore." Full review
Fodor's "This first-rate resort overflows with tropical gardens, cascading waterfalls, sandy beach cove, beautiful wings with "open sesame" doors, a meandering pool, and renovated rooms." Full review
DK Eyewitness "The spacious rooms in this luxury hotel have big lānai (verandas), sitting areas, and marble bathrooms, each with a double sink and separate shower."
Zagat4.5
"Fans call this "plantation-style" Kohala Coast beachfront resort "the gold standard" thanks to a combination of "classically upscale touches.""
Gayot "One of the premier destination resorts along the Kohala coast, this hotel offers a quality resort experience that is uniquely Hawaii."
Condé Nast Traveler90.0
"This stucco resort on the Kohala Coast is fronted by a white sand beach." Full review
goop "Set on 32 acres along the Kohala Coast, the Fairmont Orchid spills onto a white-sand lagoon beach and the bright blue-green waters of Pauoa Bay." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Nestled in a sheltered bay along the northerly Kohala Coast, this towering hotel offers sweeping Pacific views from almost every one of its 540 rooms and suites." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"A blissful seaside retreat with a protected lagoon, huge pool and excellent amenities – including snorkel rentals and tours of nearby Hawaiian petroglyphs." Full review
Four Seasons Resort Hualalai
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Hideaway Report Show All Reviews
72-100 Ka'upulehu Drive, Kailua-Kona, Island of Hawaii, HI 96740
From $1,072/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Forbes Travel Guide 5 Stars
"From the moment you enter the open-air lobby and sip the fruity rum punch offered at check-in, you will be in pure Hawaiian heaven at this Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star resort." Full review
Fodor's "Beautiful views everywhere, polished wood floors, custom furnishings and linens in warm earth and cool white tones, and Hawaiian fine artwork make this resort a peaceful retreat." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Luxurious oceanfront accommodations are available here in bungalows that surround three swimming pools."
Zagat4.8
""Worthy of your bucket list", this oceanfront Kaupulehu resort is the "perfect blend of Hawaiian and luxury", offering "large and elegant" rooms (with marble bathrooms and soaking tubs)."
Gayot "Located just ten minutes from the Keahole-Kona Airport and about a half hour from Kona, this resort is one of the best in the islands."
Condé Nast Traveler92.6
"Palm fronds drape over low-rise bungalows, and earth-tone guest rooms have lots of bamboo, thatch, and slate." Full review
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The Telegraph9.0
"Blissful, serene and over-the-top, the Four Seasons Resort Hualalai surpasses the brand’s already high expectations." Full review
goop "The seven varied pools at the Four Seasons on the Kona-Kohala coast provide ample opportunity for R&R, as well as fun and games for the kids." Full review
Travel + Leisure "“Perfect,” “heaven,” and “the best vacation of my life” are just a few ways guests describe this understatedly gorgeous, isolated resort where most of the 243 rooms...have ocean views." Full review
Hideaway Report94.0
"Grand resort in dramatic grounds along a half-mile rocky shoreline on the north Kona Coast, adjacent to Kona Village." Full review
