Hawaii
Hawaii
Katie Howerton
Welcome to my completely unorganized but oh-so-helpful map of Hawaii! An absolute smorgasbord of my own travels and research, suggestions from friends and strangers, and many treasures found along the way, this is where I compile all things Aloha State for my future trips and yours. Things I particularly love that you’ll find a lot of:
☕️ Coffee shops & bakeries
🌮 Local cuisine
🏛️ Museums of all kinds
🌳 Gardens & parks
🛏️ Boutique hotels
🍕 Small regional chains with good reputations
All my guides in this category are $5 per 100 places included, but since I add to these constantly, you can lock down the lowest price today and gain a lifetime access!
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The Laylow, Autograph Collection
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Hawaiian Mission Houses Historic Site and Archives
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Sunset Beach
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Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
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Suggestion from Passion Passport, good for spotting wildlife
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1 Hotel Hanalei Bay
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Suggestion from Instagram. Horticulture focus, 16 locations worldwide. Visited Nashville location in 2022.
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Island Vintage Coffee Waikiki
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Suggestion from Madeleine Lewis. Brand of coffee, shave ice, and wine bar. 13 Intl locations.
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Island Vintage Wine Bar
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Suggestion from Madeleine Lewis. Brand of coffee, shave ice, and wine bar. 13 Intl locations.
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Island Vintage Shave Ice
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Suggestion from Madeleine Lewis. Brand of coffee, shave ice, and wine bar. 13 Intl locations.
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Island Vintage Shave Ice
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Suggestion from Madeleine Lewis. Brand of coffee, shave ice, and wine bar. 13 Intl locations.
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Island Vintage Coffee
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Suggestion from Madeleine Lewis. Brand of coffee, shave ice, and wine bar. 13 Intl locations.
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Island Vintage Coffee
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Suggestion from Madeleine Lewis. Brand of coffee, shave ice, and wine bar. 13 Intl locations.
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Island Vintage Coffee
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Suggestion from Madeleine Lewis. Brand of coffee, shave ice, and wine bar. 13 Intl locations.
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3750 Wailea Alanui Dr
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Vintage Island - Suggestion from Madeleine Lewis. Brand of coffee, shave ice, and wine bar. 13 Intl locations.
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Island Vintage Shave Ice
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Suggestion from Madeleine Lewis. Brand of coffee, shave ice, and wine bar. 13 Intl locations.
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Pig & the Lady at Honolulu Farmers Market
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Suggestion from Jerrod Maruyama, 2 locations + 1 in Tokyo
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The Westin Nanea Ocean Villas, Ka'anapali
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Suggestion from Families Fly Free, ~$900/night
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The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort
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Contemporary Resort Hotel facing Hapuna Beach in the Mauna Kea Resort area, white sand beach, all ocean view rooms. The Kohala Coast is known for its world-class shoreline as well as for the cultural and archaeological gems nestled between its centuries-old lava fields. Enjoy its four reimagined dining venues influenced by the island’s bounty. Enjoy premium resort amenities like four on-site dining venues, sparkling outdoor pools, an inviting spa, a 24-hour fitness center, and flexible meeting rooms.
What I Like:
🏝 Best beach location on the Big Island
🎍 New renovation 2020
🏝 Upscale, family-friendly property set along gorgeous Hapuna Beach
⛳️ Next to Hapuna Golf Course and Hapuna Beach State Park
🏊♀️ Adults-only pool and larger family pool – both with hot tubs and loungers
🛏 Spacious, modern rooms have flat-screen TVs, balconies, and sitting areas
🛁 Bathrooms have tubs and separate showers, plus robes
🛏 Suites with separate living spaces and ocean views are available
🍽 Multiple restaurants include sushi, casual poolside, and Mediterranean eateries
🏨 Sister property to the Mauna Kea allowing for use of both resorts
🥐 The grab-and-go market sells coffee, hot items, and cold snacks
🍹 Poolside drink service and 24-hour in-room dining
🧘♀️ Full-service spa offering couples’ massages, body scrubs, and aromatherapy
🏋️♂️ A bright fitness center with cardio and strength-training equipment
🌺 Cultural activities such as lei-making and ukulele lessons
🌐 Free property-wide Wi-Fi
Things to Consider:
❕Daily resort fee (typical in Hawaii)
❕Fee for parking
❕Book a high-floor room to avoid views blocked by the buildings by the ocean.
🍽 Dining
Meridia
This restaurant's Mediterranean-inspired cuisine is created with ingredients sourced from the Kohala Coast and infused with our island's rich bounty.
Ikena Landing
Begin each morning at ‘Ikena Landing with delectable breakfast menu offerings including an abundant array of colorful fruits, waffles, acai bowls, and made-to-order omelets.
Naupaka Beach Grill
Providing a casual setting within steps of Hapuna Beach and the hotel's family pool, our restaurant features salads, sandwiches, and pupus.
Piko Coffee+Bar
Energize your morning at our hotel's centrally located barista bar featuring 100% Kona coffee, morning lattes, refreshing libations, light snacks, and fresh grab-and-go options.
🧘♀️ Spa
Hapuna Spa by Mandara
The Hapuna Spa by Mandara offers a combination of Balinese and Hawaiian-inspired therapies. Choose from a variety of massages, body treatments, aromatherapy, and skincare services.
🏝 Activities
Hapuna Golf Course
Hapuna Golf Course at Mauna Resort has it all – a rugged Hawaii beauty that comes of greens set amidst a dark lava field, seemingly endless ocean and coastline views, challenging play, and a full range of facilities and services.
Magnificent Swimming Pools
Two swimming pools; a 6,800-square-foot freeform family pool and an adult-exclusive infinity pool, overlook Hapuna Beach.
Westin Workout and Crossfit Center.
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Katie Howerton
📍 Tennessee
Here to create meaningful and affordable travel experiences for millennials and families who love food, art, and culture.
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