Includes Mauna Lani Beach Club Pass 206 Fairways at Mauna Lani

Hotel Description

Look, I’ll be honest – when I first saw the name “Includes Mauna Lani Beach Club Pass 206 Fairways at Mauna Lani,” I thought someone’s booking system had a meltdown. But here’s the thing: this place is actually pretty clever once you figure out what you’re getting. You’re basically staying in a condo unit (number 206, hence the weirdly specific name) that comes with access to the Mauna Lani Beach Club, and honestly, that’s where the magic happens.

The unit itself sits right on the Fairways at Mauna Lani, which means you wake up to golf course views stretching toward the ocean. It’s not fancy-fancy – we’re talking 3-star territory here – but it’s comfortable and feels more like staying at a friend’s place than some sterile hotel room. The kitchen actually works (I made coffee every morning and didn’t want to throw the coffee maker out the window, which is saying something), and there’s enough space to spread out your stuff without living out of a suitcase. What really sold me though was stepping onto that lanai in the morning – you know that perfect Big Island light that makes everything look like a postcard? Yeah, you get that here, plus you can watch early golfers teeing off while you’re still in your pajamas.

But here’s what makes this place work: that beach club pass isn’t just some throwaway perk. The Mauna Lani Beach Club is tucked into this gorgeous little bay with calm water that’s perfect for snorkeling, and honestly, some of the resort guests paying three times what you’re paying are using the same facilities. I spent most afternoons there because the beach has that fine white sand that doesn’t stick to everything, and the water stays pretty calm even when it’s windy elsewhere on the coast. The whole setup feels like you’re getting insider access without the insider prices. Sure, you might have to drive five minutes to get there (parking’s free, don’t worry), but I actually liked having a quiet place to retreat to after spending the day with all the resort crowds. The location puts you close enough to Waimea for those cool mountain drives, but you’re still in easy reach of all the Kohala Coast beaches. I mean, you’re not walking to restaurants or anything – this is the Big Island, you’ll need a car – but that also means you’re away from the tourist chaos when you want to be.

Rooms

• Holiday Home with 4 × 1 extra-large double bed for 6 adults

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