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Hotel overview
Discover a luxurious Hawaii resort inspired by Culture, Well-Being and Genuine Aloha. From Mauna Kea's winter snow-capped mountaintop to the flowing lava of Kilauea Volcano to tropical rainforests and a teeming undersea world, the Big Island of Hawaii has much to offer the spirited traveler.
Vacation at Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii, a 32-acre luxury oceanfront Hawaii hotel and resort along the beautiful Kohala Coast and enjoy a sugar-white sandy lagoon and aquamarine waters, a year-round children's program, golf, tennis, six restaurants, and outstanding service.
Featuring a wide range of exceptional dining options, including a casual deli, wonderful breakfast restaurant with a daily buffet, oceanfront dining with the freshest island specialties, and a robatayaki style and sushi restaurant, this Kohala Coast resort puts the island's best dining right at your doorstep. Enjoy the Kohala Coast sunset, delicious offerings, and romantic fine dining in Hawaii at the AAA Four Diamond award-winning Brown's Beach House, or dip your toes in the sand for a more casual family dining experience at Hale Kai Restaurant.
Share robata on the terrace or order handcrafted stand-outs like sea urchin eggs, octopus and abalone at the 14-seat sushi bar over artisan cocktails at Binchotan: Bar + Grill and indulge in a hearty, extensive a la carte breakfast menu at Orchid Court filled with classic dishes, Hawaiian go-tos, fresh pastries, and seasonal fresh fruit. End the day with a tropical libation, beautiful Kohala Coast sunsets and live music at Luana Lounge.
Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii's award-winning, Spa Without Walls lets you enjoy the splendor of Hawaii's tropical climate with eight private outdoor waterfall hale (huts), six rejuvenating ocean-side hale and four indoor treatment rooms. With the soothing sounds of water, the pleasant ocean breezes, and the floral scent that fills the air on the Big Island, experience unparalleled luxury as our spa treatments integrate Hawaii's natural therapeutic environment and ancient healing arts into every experience at our Hawaii hotel day spa. This luxurious spa extends to a full salon and 24-hour fitness center with a 10,000-square-foot oceanfront swimming pool and world-class tennis courts.
At the beach, be sure to meet the native Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles that bask on the shoreline every afternoon. The Hui Holokai Beach Club Ambassadors not only cater to the beach comforts of guests by setting up chairs and cabanas with towels and ice water, checking out beach equipment and suggesting sunscreen, but the real fun begins when they share their knowledge of Hawaii Island's rich cultural heritage as well as their own Hawaiian legacies mixed alongside.
This luxury resort also offers a 36-hole golf course, memorable weddings, great shopping, and many more activities to keep you busy during your stay in the beautiful Kohala Coast.
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General policies & fine print
Holiday cancel penalty applies when any portion of reservation falls under holiday period, including all stay-throughs.
Minimum night stay requirements may apply to your reservation.
A major credit card imprint is required upon check-in with the front desk before signing privileges on incidentals will be extended. At the time of check-in, the front desk will also pre-authorize the credit card for incidentals based on the length of stay.
Convention attendees cannot book this property for their convention stay, they must book through the proper convention source. Convention attendees that violate this policy will be responsible for paying any higher rates and may not be eligible for any promotional offerings.
Room taxes are included in vacation price.
Room requests are not guaranteed and are based upon availability at check-in.
Resort Fee - A mandatory hotel-imposed fee is charged and collected by the hotel either at check-in or check-out.
Hotel Mandatory hotel-imposed resort fee inclusions:
- Wellness classes. Weekly wellness activity calendar available at fairmontorchid.com
- Shuttle bus service within the Mauna Lani Resort.
- Golf Valet. Handling and storage of personal golf clubs during your stay.
- Branded reusable water bottle for each registered guest per stay, to be filled at purified water stations located throughout the resort.
- Coffee and tea service in the lobby between 5:00 a.m. and 6:30 a.m. (New)
- Hawaiian Cultural Classes & Resort Activities. Weekly activity schedule available at fairmontorchid.com.
- RunGo guided tours. (NEW)
- Lei greeting upon arrival.
- Snorkel equipment rental for one hour (available to each guest, per day—resort use only). Guests who purchase Fun & Sun passes may sign out snorkel equipment multiple times per day.
- Pool amenities (sunscreen, water, and fruit service).
- Washer and dryer usage, including product. (NEW)
- 45-minute photo session with Pacific Dream Photography. Reservations required. Photos available for purchase.
The Resort Experience Fee will not include overnight valet or self-parking. Nightly parking charges will be:
Self-Parking: $38.00 plus tax
Valet-Parking: $45.00 plus tax
Ratings & reviews
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6109 reviews
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Feb 07, 2025Love this resort but needs improvement
Let me start out by saying we have been to this resort many times over the years. Its location on the Kona coast can’t be beat. The hotel is in serious need of being refreshed but hopefully not so much as to dramatically change its understated appeal. A couple observations from our most recent visit. The Luna lounge remains a great evening spot but is way understaffed. That needs to be fixed pronto. Whoever the hotels interior design person is, they failed big time selecting the new furniture in public areas. It looks like something to be found in the lobby or halls of a Holiday Inn not a great luxury Hawaiian resort. Same can be said for the furniture in the refreshed rooms. Looks out of place and who would put new furniture in rooms that has no drawers ?.
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Feb 06, 2025
A Perfect Return
This was our second visit to the Fairmont. Our last stay was in 2018, and we had been thinking about returning ever since. This time, we upgraded to the north building, which offered a stunning view of the water (and the glorious evening sunsets), and we booked a rate that included breakfast each morning. Both were excellent decisions. The rooms appeared to have been updated since our last visit. I would describe the décor as laid-back luxury with an island influence. The accommodations were well-equipped with everything one might need. The beds were exceptionally comfortable, the bathrooms were spacious, and the furnishings included a small sofa with an ottoman, along with another comfortable chair. The one odd thing is that the hotel doesn’t have Netflix or anything similar on their entertainment system they have movies on demand instead. That seemed very 90s. One of the Fairmont’s greatest assets is its staff. Everyone we encountered was friendly and consistently went out of their way to be helpful. We dined at nearly all of the on-site restaurants. While none were truly exceptional, the food was good, and we enjoyed each experience. A couple of times, we rented beach beds, which made for the perfect beach day. One tip: when renting snorkels and masks at the beach (the first hour is complimentary), they offer masks with corrective lenses—an excellent option for those who wear glasses, as it makes it easier to see the beautiful fish. Lastly, I must mention the stunning gardens and grounds, which contribute to the hotel's wonderful atmosphere. We look forward to returning in the future.
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Feb 04, 2025
Wonderful stay!
We had a wonderful stay on the Gold floor at the Fairmont Orchid. The room was clean and comfortable and we saw whales from our lanai each day. The grounds were beautiful and there was a nice trail along the beach that was great for walking, seeing the whales or watching the beautiful sunsets. The food and snacks from the Gold Lounge were delicious and very convenient. The restaurants were also really good and the friendly staff all over the resort went out of their way to make us feel welcome. This was our second stay at this resort and we had the same great experience each time!
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Jan 31, 2025
A perfect escape!
I had a quick stay at the Fairmont Orchid in October and really enjoyed the experience! One of the highlights was sitting at the beachfront restaurant with a cool drink, watching the sun sink into the ocean and trying to catch a glimpse of the “green flash”. Hard to beat that view! My room was along the golf course, offering a quiet and scenic setting that felt both private and refined. I had a peaceful walk along the pristine beach, admiring the coral and shells that had washed ashore. Simple, but a great way to start the day. The staff were incredibly warm and genuinely friendly, especially in the smoothie shop. It’s that type of service that feels authentic and elevates the whole experience, not to mention the smoothie was delicious! Another highlight was family time making s’mores around the fire. It was a perfect way to end the evening. The Fairmont Orchid blends natural beauty, thoughtful hospitality, and, an elegance that makes for a truly memorable stay. It’s definitely on my list of places to return!
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Jan 31, 2025
Lovely stay
Wonderful hotel in a beautiful location. Very comfortable bed, spacious well appointed room. Clean and quiet. Very good breakfast buffet. Friendly and helpful staff. Good amenities snorkelling, pickle ball & golf and coastal trail walks.