MAUNA LANI, AUBERGE RESORTS COLLECTION, Kohala Coast

Mauna Lani, Auberge Resorts Collection - A luxury oceanfront resort with private residences, championship golf, and cultural dining

Mauna Lani, Auberge Resorts Collection features 333 guest rooms, suites, and private residences, including five oceanfront two-bedroom residences with 4000 square feet of indoor-outdoor living space. Rooms include furnished lanais with ocean or mountain views, hardwood accents, and natural fabrics, with suites offering up to 3625 square feet. CanoeHouse, the resort's oceanfront restaurant, serves Japanese-inspired dishes with sunset views, while Hā Bar offers lighter fare and live music. Recreational amenities include a 3900-square-foot Resort Pool, a 2000-square-foot Adult Pool, and two 18-hole golf courses. The Holoholo Kids Crew provides cultural activities for children aged 5-12, and the Auberge Spa offers treatments like the exclusive goop Glow Facial. Located 22 miles north of Kona International Airport, Mauna Lani provides shuttle service and private transportation options.

Pros

Private oceanfront residences with pools and direct beach access.

Complimentary dining for children 10 and under at all resort outlets.

Exclusive golf packages, including unlimited play on two championship courses.

Holoholo Kids Crew offers cultural activities like tidepooling and Hawaiian crafts.

The Auberge Spa features locally sourced treatments, including the goop Glow Facial.

Cons

Nightly resort fee of $50 includes amenities but adds to overall costs.

Limited public transportation; car rentals or private transfers are recommended.