Published Fri, Jan 31, 2026
The best property on the Big Island. Great staff, many restaurants , and pools. Food was great ! Beautiful Golf course . We loved it!
72-100 Ka'upulehu Drive, Kailua-Kona
Seven swimming areas and ocean views are included at this Hawaii resort. An 18-hole Jack Nicklaus signature Hualalai Golf Course is on site. Rooms offer a flat-screen TV.
Located within 2-story bungalows, the Four Seasons Resort Hualalai's 243 guestrooms feature furnished lanais, 42-inch televisions, and granite bathrooms with deep soaking tubs and separate showers.
The modern rooms at the Four Seasons Resort Hualalai at Historic Ka’upelehu offer Hawaiian-inspired décor with views of the resort grounds or the Pacific Ocean. Free toiletries and a work desk are also included.
Guests can enjoy a saltwater pool and an adult only area, as well as a full spa, and 15,000 square feet of fitness facilities. Private, white sand beaches are available at the Four Seasons Resort Haulalai with calm waters for easy swimming.
Three restaurants and 2 lounges are available on site. Beach Tree offers beachside Italian and Mediterranean cuisine. Guests can enjoy the food and ambience of a steakhouse with Hualalai Grille, located above the 18 hole golf course.
Hapuna Beach is 30 minutes’ drive from the resort. Akaka Falls State Park is 2 hours’ drive away. Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park is 2 hours’ drive from the property.
Located within 2-story bungalows, the Four Seasons Resort Hualalai's 243 guestrooms feature furnished lanais, 42-inch televisions, and granite bathrooms with deep soaking tubs and separate showers.
In Hawaiian legend, Hawai'i Loa discovered the Islands and was their first king – with Hualalai as his queen. In kingly fashion, the majestic three-bedroom villa that bears his name is set apart, right on the oceanfront. Watch the sun set over the Pacific, or catch the seasonal migration of humpback whales.Displayed in the villa, feather work by indigenous artist Natalie Mahina Jensen-Oomittuk reflects the feather cloaks, capes, helmets and kahilis (wands) worn by Hawaiian ali'i (royalty) to represent their ancestors' spiritual essence.
Experience romantic seclusion in this three-bedroom private villa in Hualalai, nestled among gardens at the edge of the picturesque Waiakauhi Pond. Exuding the comfort and ambience of a Hawaiian beach home, the villa is named after the makaloa plant.This area was once known for intricately woven sleeping mats produced for Hawaiian chieftains – an art that lives on in the mat by famed weaver Elizabeth Lee, which is among the original artworks on display throughout the villa.
The Hawaiian word ho'onanea means “relax” – a state of mind that seems natural in this expansive one- or two-bedroom beach home in a privileged location, closest to the shoreline yet central to Resort amenities.Watch the sparkling Pacific Ocean waves from your bedroom, or take in ocean sunsets from the whirlpool in the private, furnished, oversized lanai that spans the entire frontage. A Hawaiian art collection is exhibited throughout the suite.
In a privileged oceanfront location, closest to the shoreline, the expansive Kou Suite is named for a tree native to Polynesia and valued by early Hawaiians, who used its butterfly-grained wood for cups and dishes and its orange flowers for leis.
Kailani means "heavenly sea" in Hawaiian – perfect for a suite with views that sweep clear across the Pacific Ocean from a privileged oceanfront setting, close to the waves. Set at the southern tip of the Beach Tree crescent, the expansive, one-bedroom Kailani Suite exudes the comfort and ambience of a Hawaiian beach home.
The tree that lends its name to the exceptional Milo Suite was valued by Polynesians for shade, beautiful wood, food and even medicine. The suite’s large living area opens to an oversized lanai on which to bask in blue-on-blue views of pool and ocean, or sunset-painted skies.
The Wai'olu Suite – meaning "pleasant fresh water" in Hawaiian – overlooks the Palm Grove’s pond and the beautiful Pacific Ocean across the gardens. Offering uncompromising comfort, the suite’s large living area opens to an oversized lanai on which to bask in blue-on-blue views of the pool and ocean, or sunset-painted skies.
These one-bedroom suites are located throughout the Resort on the upper floors of the bungalows, offering sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean and the Resort's shoreline.
These spacious, comfortable, one-bedroom suites overlook the Resort's gardens, lawns and pools, with panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean. In some locations, private lanais provide easy access to the pool and garden.
Designed specifically for families vacationing to Kona, Hawaii, the one- or two- bedroom ‘Ohana Suites are conveniently positioned on the ground level.
Up close to the ocean, the one- or two-bedroom ‘Anela’kai Suite is located on the lower level and opens to an extended lanai with a plunge pool, private lawn and direct access to the beach.
These spacious one-bedroom suites offer front-row views of the sparkling Pacific Ocean and feature a lounge furnished lanai.
These one-bedroom suites, located on the upper level of the bungalows, offer a view of the ocean from a slight elevation that overlooks the surrounding gardens, lawns and pools.
These one-bedroom suites offer views of the ocean and overlook the surrounding gardens, lawns and pools. In some areas, a private lanai provides easy access to the pool or garden.
These suites offer a private lanai with easy access to the pools or garden, as well as views of the surrounding gardens.
Set in building 8 of the King's Pond crescent, Ocean-View Deluxe rooms offer spacious accommodations either upstairs (with balcony) or downstairs (with outdoor lava rock shower). Providing tranquil ocean views across King's Pond, these rooms are the closest to the water of all Ocean View categories.
Immersing you in Hawaii’s natural beauty, Ocean-View Rooms are spacious ocean-facing rooms with sunset views across the Resort’s picturesque tropical gardens and Hawaiian fish ponds. Ocean-View Rooms feature a furnished terrace, and most include an outdoor lava-rock shower extending beyond the bathroom.
Our goal is to make every guest's stay as enjoyable and comfortable as possible. Specific room features and services for guests with disabilities vary at each resort, hotel or condominium. If you require special accommodations, please contact a customer service specialist for more information and assistance with your travel planning.
Choose from three Kona restaurants and two ocean-side lounges at Four Seasons Resort Hualalai, with creative menus that reflect the changing of the seasons and the bounty of Hawaii’s farms and coasts. Enjoy tempting variety throughout the week, from Tuscan cucina rustica and beachfront barbecues to Asian-Pacific cuisine and Polynesian pupus (appetizers).
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BEACH TREE
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Offering al fresco dining by day and a lively lounge scene by night. Fresh local ingredients create dishes that are Italian with California and tropical touches at this Kona restaurant. |
'ULU OCEAN GRILL
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Some 75% of the restaurant's menu features ingredients fresh from the ocean and local farms. |
HUALALAI GRILLE
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Delectable classic American steak dishes with island fresh fish, soup, signature appetizers, traditional sides and signature cocktails at a casual contemporary club setting overlooking the Hualalai Golf Course. |
BEACH TREE BAR AND LOUNGE
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Set along the sand and overlooking the ocean, this is the Resort's most picturesque spot for toasting the sunset, providing an unforgettable way to end the day. |
ULU SUSHI LOUNGE
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Offers front row seats to stunning sunsets of the Kona-Kohala Coast. Join us for a light refreshment from our tempting lounge menu or indulge in one of our signature cocktails, such as the Asian Pear Saketini or the Chartreuse Swizzle. |
The 18-hole Jack Nicklaus signature Hualalai Golf Course is built on black-lava rock and winds over 7,100 yards beginning and ending at the ocean. A golf shop is located in the clubhouse and a driving range and golf instruction are available. 8 outdoor Rebound Ace tennis courts include 2 lighted for evening play. Complimentary tennis rackets and balls are provided. A tennis shop and tennis lessons are available.The 7 outdoor swimming pools spread across the resort include a quiet oceanfront heated pool and spa tub; an infinity-edge, lagoon-style beachfront family pool with a spa tub and separate freshwater children's pool; the adults-only Palm Grove pool in a garden setting with day beds, hammocks, and a spa tub; an Olympic-sized lap pool; a natural ocean pool carved out of lava rock; and an aquarium-style pond carved out of lava rock, which contains tropical fish. Guests can lounge on complimentary beach chairs and covered chaise loungers on the private white-sand beach.The Hualalai Sports Club includes a fitness studio with cardio and strength-training equipment and free weights and has a sauna, spa tub, and steam room. Fitness classes include aerobics, dance, spinning, swimming, yoga, and Pilates (surcharges apply) along with complimentary fitness walks, pick-up basketball, and volleyball. Certified trainers are on hand.The recreational activities listed are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.Golfing nearby,Snorkeling nearby, Surfing/boogie boarding nearby, Scuba diving nearby, Bicycle rentals nearby, Hiking/biking trails nearby, Golfing on site.
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GOLF COURSE
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Like all the other splendid amenities of the Four Seasons Resort Hualalai, the 18-hole Jack Nicklaus signature Hualalai Golf Course has been crafted with extreme sensitivity to the land. Winding over 7,100 yards, this carefully groomed course begins in a lush kipuka (oasis) and then flows across brilliant green fairways contoured against black lava. Finally, the course returns to the ocean, where the finishing holes capture the drama and the beauty of direct seaside golf. After an exhilarating game, relax in the clubhouse where tropical refreshments, ocean views and a club-away-from-home experience await you. |
SPA
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The 28,000-square-foot (2,600-square-metre) Hualalai Spa integrates tropical gardens with cool interior spaces and feels distinctly Hawaiian. Enjoy relaxing by a quiet stream in the open-air Waiea (Water of Life) garden. Or savour the lap pool, whirlpools, saunas, steam rooms and cold plunges, all set amidst lush greenery. Your choice of massage and body treatments may be enjoyed outdoors in our exotic new hales, secluded for privacy.Extend your spa experience with a visit to the Hualalai Sports Club, which offers a resistance and strength training studio featuring the latest in workout equipment. |
FITNESS FACILITIES
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The Hualalai Sports Club is designed to provide physical challenges, complete mental relaxation and total body rejuvenation. The Resistance and Strength Studio features the latest in workout equipment and focuses on state-of-the-art health and fitness concepts, resulting in the ultimate wellness environment. Make your Hawaii adventure truly spectacular through our extensive selection of fitness activities and superior specialty body treatments.Note: The fitness facilities are available to guests 14 years and older. |
RESORT POOLS
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Cool off in seven swimming areas, from a saltwater pool stocked with tropical fish to a private, adults-only sanctuary. |
OCEAN ADVENTURES
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The clear blue ocean waters beckon. Join the Alakaʻi Nalu, ocean ambassadors, for a private tour of the Ka`upulehu coast by canoe or ribcraft, snorkelling, or stand-up paddleboarding. |
TENNIS
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The Hualalai Tennis Club offers eight Rebound Ace surface courts, two of which are lighted for evening play. |
The signature style of your wedding lies in the details – the décor, lighting, menu, photography and other elements. Whether you’re looking for a taste of traditional Hawaiian culture or contemporary sophistication, your Hualalai wedding manager will help you create a personalized, unique experience you and your guests will remember for a lifetime.
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Based on 3875 reviews
5
Location
4.8
Sleep Quality
4.8
Rooms
4.8
Service
4.8
Value
4.2
Cleanliness
4.9
Published Fri, Jan 31, 2026
The best property on the Big Island. Great staff, many restaurants , and pools. Food was great ! Beautiful Golf course . We loved it!
Published Thu, Jan 31, 2026
We decided to celebrate our 15 year wedding anniversary at the resort after having visited the property 10 years ago for dinner and thoroughly enjoying the experience. Check in was okay. Our check...