Out and About on the Kohala Coast

Hapuna Beach Residences offer an unparalleled lifestyle at the iconic and beloved Mauna Kea Resort.

Feb 14, 2022

Hapuna Beach Residences,

Hapuna Beach Residences, set directly on the beach and rated as one of the best hotels in America, offer an unparalleled lifestyle at the iconic and beloved Mauna Kea Resort. Lucky owners will also find themselves ideally situated for delightful excursions on Hawai‘i Island, where they can enjoy a number of otherworldly adventures.

At the Mauna Kea Visitor Center, gaze at the stars and learn about the celestial navigation techniques that guided Hawai‘i’s first settlers. A helicopter tour from the Hapuna Beach Residences helipad provides a close-up look at the still active Kīlauea volcano that continues to add land to the island.

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For those who prefer to keep their feet planted firmly on the ground, there’s Kings’ Shops with 90 stores, a gourmet market, and casual eateries, as well as Queens’ Marketplace with its collection of galleries and shops. Spend an evening on a manta ray tour watching hāhālua (manta rays) spread their 30-foot fins like wings in what seems like an extraterrestrial dance.

Closer to home, there is Laurance Rockefeller’s 1,000-plus-piece collection of Pan-Pacific art at the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel. Overseen by the remarkable pink granite Buddha that greets visitors above the grand staircase, this extraordinary collection includes priceless Hawaiian kapa cloth, quilts and kiʻi, as well as Ainu kimonos, Thai icons, Maori canoe prows and bronze Indian chests.

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Hawai‘i Island is, of course, a top destination for adventurers and water sports enthusiasts. Hike the island’s rolling hills, meander silky soft beaches or curl up under a palm. Crystal-clear waters provide unparalleled visibility for diving, snorkeling and exploring the coral reef floor. Or you can battle big-game fish or just sail from isle to beautiful isle.

Wherever you travel, imagine coming home to the luxurious surroundings of Hapuna Beach Residences, just steps from the beach, and awakening to the sound of the waves.