Hamakua Hotel

Hotel Description

You know what surprised me about the Hamakua Hotel? It’s one of those places that doesn’t try to be everything to everyone, and honestly, that works in its favor. When I first pulled up, I wasn’t blown away by some grand entrance or marble lobby – it’s more understated than that. But after spending a few days there, I started to appreciate how they’ve nailed the basics without all the unnecessary flash.

The thing about this part of the Big Island is that you’re really in sugar plantation country – I mean, you can still see the old irrigation ditches and everything if you know where to look. The hotel sits right in the heart of this area, and while it might not have oceanfront views, there’s something pretty special about waking up to those rolling green hills. The rooms are solid four-star quality (though I’d say they’re on the higher end of that range), and the beds are actually comfortable – not just hotel-comfortable, but like, you’ll sleep well comfortable. The 7.7 rating makes sense to me because it’s not trying to be a luxury resort, but it delivers exactly what it promises.

What I really liked was how quiet it gets at night. No traffic noise, no party crowds – just the kind of peaceful that’s hard to find these days. The staff clearly knows the area well, too. When I asked about hiking spots, the front desk guy didn’t just hand me a brochure – he actually drew me a little map to this waterfall trail that wasn’t crowded with tourists. Parking was never an issue (which, if you’ve been to Hawaii, you know that’s not always a given), and check-in was refreshingly quick. I will say the WiFi could be stronger – it worked fine for checking email and posting photos, but if you’re planning to work remotely or stream movies, you might want to manage your expectations. Overall though, if you’re looking for a comfortable base to explore the Hamakua Coast without paying resort prices, this place hits the sweet spot. It’s the kind of hotel where you feel like you’re staying somewhere real, not just passing through a generic accommodation.

Rooms

• Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and Sea View with 2 double beds for 4 adults
• Superior Suite with Sea View with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults
• Standard Suite with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults

Reviews

• Ana from Argentina (2/10)

  El lugar muy lindo! La atención es normal. Nos esperábamos otro tipo de trato. Desayuno que no demuestra el precio del lugar.

• Chadley from United States (8/10)

• Chadley from United States (8/10)

• Steen from Denmark (9/10)

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