Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort and Spa

Situated in the glamorous Waikoloa complex, the Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort and Spa is a large yet relaxing hotel, boasting vast gardens with quaint water features. It sits on a lovely part of the Anaeho'omalu Bay, which has soft white sands and ideal waters for swimming and other water sports, with kayaking, snorkelling, hydrobiking and boogie boarding all offered.

Within the resort's grounds are an infinity pool, whirlpool and children's pool, as well as the Mandara Spa and a fitness centre. A wide range of activities are offered to keep guests entertained, including ukulele lessons, lei making, petroglyph walking tours and hula dance classes, with the Waikoloa Kings' Golf Course less than one kilometre away.

There are three places to eat onsite — the Hawaii Calls Restaurant & Lounge which is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner; the Sunset Luau which is open for dinner; and the Kona Coffee Shop which is open for breakfast. There are also a multitude of restaurants and bars to choose from in the wider Waikoloa Beach Resort area, with menus catering to all tastes. Guests staying at the hotel can also enjoy regular music concerts, live dance performances, comedy nights and fashion shows. For a more authentic Hawaiian experience, the twice weekly sunset lūʻau showcases traditional Hawaiian food, dances and music.

The pleasantly decorated rooms and suites all feature a private balcony offering views of the ocean, gardens or pool. The rooms are well equipped with air conditioning, a safe, coffee/tea maker, minibar, hair dryer, telephones, Wi-Fi access and a cable TV.

OUR RATING: Medium