Best Luxury Hotels on Hawaii’s Big Island
How to choose between Four Seasons Resort Hualalai, Kona Village and Mauna Lani.
Hawaii Island rewards travelers who choose their resort deliberately. The Kona and Kohala coasts have some of Hawaii’s best luxury hotels—but they create three very different vacations.
Plan a Big Island stayHotel by hotel
Three exceptional resorts. Three different stays.
The best Big Island hotel is the one that matches how you want to spend the trip. Start with the atmosphere, setting and range of experiences—not just the room.
01
Four Seasons Resort Hualalai
Best for The most complete luxury resort experience.
Hualalai is the polished all-rounder: oceanfront rooms and villas, multiple pools, golf, strong dining and enough to do that the resort can be the destination. It is an easy first choice for families and multigenerational trips that want range without sacrificing service.
02
Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort
Best for Privacy, place and a slower rhythm.
Freestanding thatched-roof hale and open-air living give Kona Village a rare sense of seclusion. Choose it when the dream is barefoot, quiet and deeply connected to the landscape—not a conventional resort tower.
03
Mauna Lani, Auberge Collection
Best for Relaxed Kohala Coast luxury.
Mauna Lani balances a beautiful swimmable coastline, wellness, cultural programming and a social but easygoing resort atmosphere. It suits couples and families who want thoughtful design with room to explore.
The short answer
Which Big Island luxury hotel is right for you?
Choose Hualalai when you want the broadest resort experience, superb service and something for every generation.
Choose Kona Village when privacy, standalone accommodations and a strong sense of place matter most.
Choose Mauna Lani when you want relaxed modern luxury, an excellent beach and a well-rounded Kohala Coast base.
A better way to book
Book your Big Island hotel with a Hawaii travel advisor
Room category, location and rate type can change the experience substantially at these resorts. Tell me your dates, who is traveling and what matters most, and I’ll help you compare the right options.
At eligible properties, booking through Late Checkout may include daily breakfast, hotel credit, an upgrade, early check-in or late checkout, subject to availability.
There is no booking fee for standard hotel reservations, and no call is required.
Book a Big Island HotelGood to know
Big Island luxury hotel FAQs
What is the best luxury hotel on Hawaii’s Big Island?
Four Seasons Resort Hualalai is the strongest all-round choice for a broad luxury resort experience. Kona Village is best for privacy and a strong sense of place, while Mauna Lani is ideal for relaxed Kohala Coast luxury.
Is Four Seasons Hualalai or Kona Village better?
Hualalai is the stronger fit for extensive pools, dining, golf and multigenerational amenities. Kona Village is better for travelers who prioritize freestanding hale, privacy and a quieter, place-driven stay.
Does it cost more to book a Big Island hotel through a travel advisor?
There is no booking fee to use Late Checkout for standard hotel reservations. Eligible bookings may include preferred benefits, and you approve the rate and details before anything is booked.