Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Autograph CollectionvsThe Inn at Mama's Fish House
Both properties are rated very highly by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Autograph Collection is preferred by most reviewers compared to The Inn at Mama's Fish House. Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Autograph Collection is ranked #40 in Hawaii with accolades from 10 reviewers like Oyster, Frommer's and Hideaway Report.
Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Autograph Collection Show All Reviews
62-100 Mauna Kea Beach Drive, Puako, Island of Hawaii, HI 96743
From $699/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Frommer's
"Old-money travelers have long embraced this golf-course resort, which began as a twinkle in Laurance Rockefeller’s eye." Full review
Gayot
"The location of this legendary hotel is incredible."
Fodor's
"The grande dame of the Kohala Coast has long been regarded as one of the state's premier vacation resort hotels, and it borders one of the island's finest white-sand beaches." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"This luxury property on the Kohala Coast is known for its beautiful white-sand beach, fine dining and world-class golf and tennis facilities." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"The Big Island’s first big resort, the Mauna Kea is still one of the best in Hawai‘i. It has been extensively renovated and upgraded with fewer, more spacious rooms."
Condé Nast Traveler
"Guests are lei'ed on arrival, and refurbished rooms feature private lanais, large baths and flatscreen TVs." Full review
goop
"The beach here (white-sand Kauna‘oa) is one of the best hotel beaches you’ll find on the island. Mauna Kea is also known for its famed golf course." Full review
Hideaway Report
95.0
"Renowned resort founded in 1965 by Laurance S. Rockefeller, overlooking an exquisite white-sand beach on the Kohala Coast." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"The 258 guest rooms—all with private lanais overlooking the sea or the championship Robert Trent Jones, Sr.-designed golf course—are now sleek aeries outfitted in teak and Hawaiian-inspired fabrics. " Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"The Mauna Kea Beach Hotel still maintains the grandeur—and some unique quirks—envisioned by founder and financier, Laurance S. Rockefeller, at its opening in 1965." Full review
The Inn at Mama's Fish House
799 Poho Place, Paia, Maui, HI 96779
From $0/night
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
- Free Parking
- Kitchenette
Gayot
"Fronting Kuau Cove, Mama's Fish House is one of the most highly regarded traditional seafood restaurants in the islands."
DK Eyewitness
"These comfortable, tropical one- and two-bedroom cottages are well appointed with retro Hawaiian-style rattan furniture, local artworks, and fully equipped kitchens."
Fodor's
"These well-maintained studios, suites, and one- and two-bedroom cottages have a retro-Hawaiian style with rattan furnishings and local artwork." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Tucked away in a small, intimate cove at the start of the Road to Hana, the Inn at Mama's is one of the island's best-kept lodging secrets." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"This inn, connected to Mama’s Fish House on Maui’s North Shore, is a light, happy break from the mega-resorts." Full review
Frommer's
"The Gaudí-esque architect responsible for Mama’s Fish House also works his magic on a handful of private suites and cottages next door." Full review
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Keep in mind that this is the windward side of the island—and it’s often windy and rainy.
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Maui’s most famous seafood restaurant has a dozen accommodations divided between cottages (studio, one bedroom, two bedrooms) and luxurious junior suites (adults only)." Full review