Situated on 32 beautiful oceanfront acres along the Kohala Coast of Hawai’i Island, Fairmont Orchid embodies the aloha spirit while honoring the local cultural heritage. The resort offers a wide range of activities that showcase Hawaiian culture, providing guests with an authentic island vacation experience. With lush gardens, cascading waterfalls, and a peaceful white sand beach and lagoon, guests can explore the ‘aina (land) and heritage in a delightful way.
Featuring 540 spacious guest rooms, suites, and the exclusive Fairmont Gold concierge floor, the hotel’s design reflects warmth and ‘ohana. The suite collection includes two presidential suites, each measuring 3,736 sq. ft., offering stunning ocean views, private lanais, dining rooms, and luxurious amenities.
One of the highlights of the resort is the award-winning Spa Without Walls, where guests can unwind and escape their daily routines. Choose from various outdoor hales (huts), oceanfront cabanas, or indoor treatment rooms to enjoy massages and treatments using locally sourced products, creating a mix of traditional Hawaiian healing arts and natural elements.
Explore the land and sea with a range of water and land activities offered at the beach shack. Learn about Hawaiian traditions through activities like outrigger canoe adventures, lei making, ‘ukulele lessons, and coconut palm frond weaving guided by cultural ambassadors.
After a day of activities, guests can enjoy dining at one of the six restaurants on the property, offering seasonal menus with a focus on local, Hawaiian, and Japanese cuisine. From casual poolside lunches to fine dining experiences with breathtaking sunset views, Fairmont Orchid provides a culinary journey for every taste.
The resort emphasizes mindful travel and sustainability through its Malama Hawai’i programming, encouraging guests to connect with the local community and environment in meaningful ways. By participating in voluntourism activities, guests can receive special benefits and help support local initiatives like the Waikoloa Dry Forest Initiative.
Just a 22-mile drive from Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport, Fairmont Orchid invites guests to embrace the spirit of aloha. Explore the various hotel packages available to enhance your Hawai’i Island beach vacation experience here.
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