Must-see hotels in Hawaii

  • Hale Kawehi

    Hilo

    Rent this 2000-sq-ft, one-bedroom guesthouse and make believe you live in Hilo. With inviting lounging areas and chef-worthy full kitchen, this place is a…

  • Bay House B&B

    Hilo

    Just across the Singing Bridge near downtown Hilo, find three immaculate guest rooms within sight and sound of the bay. Rooms are tastefully tropical…

  • Honu Kai B&B

    Kona Coast

    Amid tropical gardens, this plush, romantic four-room B&B is filled with rich fabrics, carved bed frames and Asian and Hawaiian decor. Guests share a hot…

  • Hale Kai Hawaii

    Hilo

    Four breezy rooms below the main house enjoy sweeping ocean views and refreshing trade winds. The lanai is shared, but partitioned, with outdoor seating…

  • Modern Honolulu

    Waikiki

    Terraced ocean-view rooms and suites are elementally chic, showing off teak doors and marble baths. Not all rooms have balconies and some also lack basics…

  • Kauai Camper Rental

    Kauaʻi

    This unique operation rents fully suited VW Westfalia Campers for $165 per day. You are currently allowed to van camp on Haʻena Beach Park – ask about…

  • Purple Roofs

    Hawaii

    Online directory of gay-owned and gay-friendly B&Bs, vacation rentals, guesthouses and hotels.

  • Volcano House

    Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park

    Perched on the rim of Kilauea Caldera, Volcano House has long enjoyed its unique status as the park's only hotel. Eco-conscious renovations have upgraded…

  • YMCA Camp Keʻanae

    The Road to Hana

    This bluff-top YMCA with gorgeous coastal views has many options, from tent camping and hostel-style cabin dorms (no linen) to a four-person suite (linen…

  • Hosmer Grove Campground

    Haleakalā National Park

    Wake up to birdsong at Hosmer Grove, the only drive-up campground in the Summit Area section of the park. On the slopes of the volcano, surrounded by…

  • Lahaina Shores

    Lahaina

    This seven-story property, central Lahaina's only oceanfront condo complex, operates hotel-style with a front desk and full services. All the units are…

  • Tea House

    The Road to Hana

    Welcome to the jungle – in an entirely pleasant way. Built from a recycled Zen temple, this rustic-romantic one-of-a-kind cottage is so secluded it’s off…

  • Outrigger Waikiki Beach Resort

    Waikiki

    Sprawled on a prime stretch of sand, you can hit the surf in the morning then join the party crowd at Duke’s Waikiki over sunset cocktails. The 524 rooms…

  • Old Lahaina House

    Lahaina

    Set around a small pool in a compact garden, the four comfortable rooms in this two-story modern house have amenities including fridges, coffee pots, and…

  • Holo Holo In

    Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park

    It's not without battle scars, but this reliably clean and comfortable Japanese-run hostel harbors a friendly vibe in a quiet location that fairs better…

  • Regency on Beachwalk Waikiki

    Waikiki

    This modern high-rise has more than respectable 1- and 2-bedroom units, with earth-toned furnishings, marble baths and bold, modern artwork. Spacious…

  • Ilikai Hotel

    Waikiki

    On the far north side of Waikiki near the Ala Wai Yacht Harbor, this mid-century landmark is walkable distance from both the Ala Moana Center mall and the…

  • Kapalaoa Cabin

    Haleakalā National Park

    This rustic cabin in Haleakalā Crater borders the Keoneheʻeheʻe (Sliding Sands) Trail, and is located 5.6 miles from the trailhead. In the middle of the…

  • Lahaina Inn

    Lahaina

    Small and spare but sporting a hint of style from a recent refresh, the rooms at the Lahaina Inn are a fine choice if budget and a central location are…

  • ‘Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach

    Waikiki

    Opened in 2018, the ‘Alohilani is the reimagining of a dour package tour hotel. The reborn lobby features a two-story aquarium that the hotel modestly…

  • Kilauea Lodge

    Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park

    This renovated 1930s YMCA camp supplements history with luxury. The upscale country chic rooms with their gas fireplaces and Hawaiian quilts feel more…

  • Holua Cabin & Campground

    Haleakalā National Park

    Holua is the easiest of the three wilderness cabins to reach, located 3.7 miles down the Halemauʻu Trail at an elevation of 6940ft. It has pit toilets and…

  • Hale Ohia Cottages

    Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park

    The eclectic cottages of this unique Queen Anne-esque complex exude peace and tranquility. Cottage 44, with its jacuzzi, fireplace and creative…

  • Ka Hale Mala

    Moloka'i

    At the end of a cul-de-sac off Kamehameha V Hwy, 5 miles east of Kaunakakai, guests can enjoy a 900-sq-ft one-bedroom apartment that comes with full…

  • Ke Nani Kai

    Moloka'i

    This tidy operation sets an example for the area. The 100-plus units are large and well maintained (though the decor may vary depending on the owner). The…

  • Paliku Cabin & Campground

    Haleakalā National Park

    This wilderness cabin and backcountry campground are located a 9.3-mile hike into Haleakalā Crater, at an elevation of 6380ft. Those craving lush…

  • Wavecrest Resort

    Moloka'i

    With the ocean lapping gently out front, the Wavecrest Resort is just off the main road and is as low-key as its host island. There is no beach, but the…

  • Molokaʻi Shores

    Moloka'i

    This 1970s condo development has around 100 one- and two-bedroom units ranging from atrocious to charming, depending on the whims of the individual owners…

  • Hale Koa Hotel

    Waikiki

    One of the best oceanfront bargains in Waikiki, this 808-room high-rise hotel fronting Fort DeRussy Beach is reserved for active and retired US military…

  • Artist Cottage

    Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park

    On the grounds of Volcano Garden Arts, this tiny, refurbished redwood cottage full of original art has a sky-lit bedroom and bathroom with a giant walk-in…

  • Wyndham Royal Sea Cliff

    Kailua-Kona

    This seven-floor timeshare complex feels almost like a hotel, giving you the best of both worlds. Immaculate units are generously sized and appointed with…

  • Outrigger Kanaloa at Kona

    Kona Coast

    These tropical townhouse-style condos feel exclusive, sitting behind a private gate on an oceanfront lava ledge. Incredibly spacious, immaculate and fully…

  • Hilo Seaside Hotel

    Hilo

    Among Hilo's larger hotels, the family-owned Seaside is a great budget option. One-hundred-thirty rooms are spread in low-rise buildings, some overlooking…

  • Namakanipaio Cabins & Campground

    Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park

    Tent camping in a well-manicured, minimally shaded meadow near the highway. Drinking water, picnic tables and BBQ grills included. Book ahead for one of…

  • Wood Valley Guesthouse

    Hawaiʻi the Big Island

    A meditative guesthouse at Wood Valley Temple primarily caters to retreat guests, but welcomes anyone seeking peaceful accommodations. Rooms are…

  • Lotus Garden Cottages

    Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park

    Step into the White Lotus Suite outfitted with Asian antiques and a jacuzzi tub bathed in abundant natural light, and you'll quickly forget the somewhat…

  • Aston at the Waikiki Banyan

    Waikiki

    Perfect for families, this all-suites high-rise hotel is a short walk from the aquarium, the zoo and, of course, the beach. Roomy if sometimes beat-up…

  • Kilauea Hospitality Group

    Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park

    Three properties target different travelers. Volcano Hale is a great bargain choice with its communal vibe, shared baths, kitchen and wood stove (upstairs…

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