Island Service
The Big Island's remote location in the North Pacific Ocean is a huge part of its appeal. It feels worlds away from the worries of the rest of the planet, rendering it the perfect spot to unwind, relax, and recharge. The island is just as modern as many places throughout the nation and offers visitors and residents a wide range of impeccable services.
Accommodations
The Big Island of Hawaii has nearly every sort of accommodation available, from opulent five-star resorts to charming bed and breakfasts.
Four Seasons Resort Hualalai
Situated on the Kohala Coast, the Four Seasons Resort Hualalai features spacious, luxurious rooms, suites, and villas outfitted with high-end details. Staggering vistas of the Pacific Ocean spool out in several directions. On-site restaurants serve hyper-fresh seafood and dishes made with locally-grown seasonal ingredients. The resort's pools redefine indulgence, and its spa levels up the whole experience. It appeals equally to celebrities and families, with marine life exhibits and a touch tank called "King's Pond."
Holualoa Inn
Holualoa Inn offers a completely different taste of Hawaii from the posh Kohala Coast resorts. Situated on 30 verdant acres on the slopes of Mount Hualalai at 1,400 feet above sea level, this award-winning bed and breakfast presents sweeping views of the ocean, countryside, and volcano. It is minutes away from several of the Big Island's greatest attractions, including swimming with manta rays and stargazing at Mauna Kea. Fresh tropical fruit—mango, papaya, and pineapple—are at the heart of morning meals, served alongside 100% Kona coffee.
The Volcano House
People from around the globe flock to the Big Island to witness the spectacular splendor of an island in the making. Hawaii is home to five massive volcanoes, three of which are active.
The Volcano House provides an up close and personal experience of the fiery lava flow. This historical inn features 33 guest rooms, 16 campsites, and 10 cabins within Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and offers awe-inspiring views of Halemaumau Crater and its exquisite flora and fauna. The on-site restaurant, The Rim, serves island-inspired fare like sashimi, lobster crab cakes with charred macadamia nut romesco, and seared Kona kampachi with ginger-mirin butter.
Spa, Salon, and Massage Services
Kona Monarch Massage — A traveling therapy service offering couples' and group massages, reflexology, deep tissue and sports therapy massages, aromatherapy, and Lomi Lomi.
Hawaii Sanctuary by Saima Day Spa — An oasis of serenity with a couples' massage loft and services including fire and ice facials, acupuncture, and hydro dermabrasion brightening techniques.
Salon MUSE — Offers vivid color treatments, toning and color corrections, Olaplex, braiding, curling, and balayage.
Shopping
Foodland Farms Mauna Lani — Fresh groceries, bakery items, deli meats, seafood, and exquisite wines.
KTA Super Stores — Fresh seasonal fruits, salads, Hawaii Island grass-fed beef products, coffee, fresh fish, personal care items, and local desserts like sweet potato manju, baked manapua, and bread pudding.
Transportation
The Big Island spans 4,028 square miles, and parts of the island can only be seen in a 4x4 or by foot or boat. While you don't necessarily need a Hummer to explore the island from Kona to Hilo or from Hualalai to Kilauea, it is recommended to rent a car. Fortunately, there are plenty of rental car companies on the island with a selection of vehicles to suit your travel needs.
For those who want nothing more than to bask in the sun at their luxury resort, many hotels on the Kohala Coast offer complimentary rides to and from Kona International Airport.