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2024 Historic Hotels of America Awards of Excellence Winner
2023 Historic Hotels of America Awards of Excellence Nominee Finalist
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Located on Hawaiʻi Island, Mauna Kea Beach Hotel’s origins date back to 1960 when legendary venture capitalist Laurance S. Rockefeller spotted the crystal clear waters and white sands of Kauna’oa Bay and was inspired to create a great hotel that reflected the spirit of this special place. With thoughtful sensitivity to the dramatic natural surroundings, Rockefeller’s team created a stunning Midcentury modern design that, in the 1960s, was far ahead of its time. As a crowning touch, he installed a 1,600-piece collection of museum-quality Asian and Oceanic art and artifacts throughout the hotel. Guest amenities at the 252-room resort include an award-winning 18-hole golf course, 11-court Seaside Tennis Club, a Beach Club, island dining, homes, and villas.

Mauna Kea Beach Hotel has been named to these Historic Hotels of America Top 25 Lists

The 2024 Top 25 Historic Hotels of America® Most Historic Golf Courses
The 2023 Top 25 Historic Hotels of America Most Magnificent Art Collections

The 2023 Top 25 Historic Hotels of America Most Historic Golf Courses

The 2022 Top 25 Historic Hotels of America Most Magnificent Art Collections

The 2022 Top 25 Historic Hotels of America Most Unique Culinary Heritage and Culinary Traditions
The 2022 Top 25 Historic Hotels of America for a Romantic Proposal
The 2022 Top 25 Historic Hotels of America Most Historic Golf Courses

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Take a day to discover Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and the Chain of Craters Road, Mauna Kea, and the Hakalau Forest National Wildlife Refuge.

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Take a day to discover Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and the Chain of Craters Road, Mauna Kea, and the Hakalau Forest National Wildlife Refuge.

Discover the Mid-Century Modern architecture of the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel.

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Discover the Mid-Century Modern architecture of the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel.

Explore such destinations like Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park and Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park.

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Explore such destinations like Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park and Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park.

Experience a hike up Mauna Kea.

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Experience a hike up Mauna Kea.

Taste authentic Hawaiian cuisine at the Mauna Kea Lu'au Dinner and Show.

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Taste authentic Hawaiian cuisine at the Mauna Kea Lu'au Dinner and Show.

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