Resort Details
- Various Lounges/BarsKahakai Bar
Luana's Lounge - Various Restaurants
Brown's Beach House Restaurant
Binchotan: Bar + Grill
Brown's Deli
Hale Kai Restaurant
The Orchid Court
- 24-hour front desk
- Accessible facilities
- Accessible rooms
- Airport shuttle service†
- ATM/Cash machine†
- Babysitting†
- Baggage hold
- Bell staff/porter
- Bicycle rentals†
- Business services†
- 24-hour front desk
- Complies with Local/State/Federal laws for disabled
- Accessible rooms
- Airport shuttle service†
- ATM/Cash machine†
- Babysitting†
- Baggage hold
- Bell staff/porter
- Bicycle rentals†
- Business services†
- Children programs†
- Children welcome
- Children's play area
- Concierge desk
- Elevators
- Exercise gym†
- Golf, Offsite†
- Housekeeping - daily
- Internet services†
- Laundry/Valet service†
- Lounges/bars†
- Non-smoking rooms available
- Parking†
- Pets allowed†
- Pool
- Restaurant†
- Room service†
- Safe deposit box
- Sauna
- Shopping mall†
- Spa†
- Tennis court†
- Tour/sightseeing desk
- Valet parking†
- Wakeup service
- Water sports†
- Wireless internet connection in public areas†
- Business Services†
- Internet Access†
- Full service Wedding department on property. Weddings small or large can be arranged. Banquet services available. Reception facilities, entertainment can be arranged.
† Fees may apply
- Bike rental †
- Children's program, onsite †OPTIONAL KEIKI ALOHA CHILDREN'S PROGRAM - fee applies, payable directly to hotel.
This program is available for children ages 5-12 years of age. Supervised activities include lei making, petroglyph hikes, tennis, beach activities, storytelling. - Direct access to a beach
- Fitness center on-site †Features the lastest in fitness equipment with views of the expansive lawn and pool beyond. Other fitness activities include daily seaside yoga, pool aerobics, and more. Some activities may incur additional cost, payable to hotel directly. Please consult with hotel upon arrival for specifics.
- Golf location (onsite/nearby) †36 Holes
- Hot tub2 Outdoor Hot Tubs
- Non-Motorized Water Sports †boogie boards, view boards, canoes, kayaks, floatation devices
- PoolThere is 1 pool on site. 10,000 square foot heated free-form pool on the oceanfront with 20,000 square foot sundeck.
- Sauna
- Spa †Spa Without Walls is a full service facility with private outdoor venues that allow the natural beauty and healing properties of Hawaiit to contribute to your wellness treatment. Indoors, there are treatment rooms, a steam room and separate dry sauna.
- Steam bath
- Tennis court †There are 10 tennis courts onsite. There are 7 lit tennis courts onsite.
- Golf †Golf Course located within 5 Miles of Property.
- On-site EntertainmentGATHERING OF THE KINGS POLYNESIAN FEAST (Luau)
Introducing the Big Island’s newest Polynesian Feast
The Fairmont Orchid and Island Breeze Productions announce a partnership that combine the Big Island’s finest cuisine with its most spectacular Polynesian production.
Every Saturday, guests are invited to gather for an evening that begins under the stars dining on culinary treasures from Hawai’i, Tahiti, New Zealand and Samoa on the beautiful grounds of The Fairmont Orchid at Plantation Estates.
Using a fusion of both traditional Polynesian and modern dance choreography, the dancers of Island Breeze retell the story of the settlement of the Pacific. Displayed in its fullness is the mana (power) of the ali’i (chiefs) and how each would be forever linked to the one star that guided them.
Reservations may be made directly with the Hotel Concierge at 808-885-5778.
Hula dancing and Hawaiian trio perform nightly at Brown's Beach House
- Marine Sanctuary of Kealakekua Bay
- Mauna Kea Observatory
- Parker Ranch
- Volcano
- Other Local AttractionsScuba, snorkeling, hiking, shopping, helicopter tours, kayak tours, ATV, whale watching, fishing
† Fees may apply
Guest Reviews
Customer Ratings & Reviews
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating
6143 reviews
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May 18, 2025Beautiful
1317 south tower Pros: Free, convenient parking Water bottles provided with water stations all over the grounds 24 hour pool and fitness center Cons: Room didn’t have black out shades Room not cool enough at night. Far from all the shopping and restaurants Check in was super easy. The lady checking us in was very friendly and informative. We dropped of our luggage in the front and it was in the room before we even got to it. The room was spacious. We got a two queen bed room. The beds were comfortable. It did get pretty hot at night. It would wake me up because it was just muggy. I do take my own fan on vacation, so this helped. The room also has a couch and table. They have complimentary nespresso coffee and tea. If you like tea, they have the best earl grey tea that I have had in quite a while. There is a mini fridge that worked well. The closet has enough hangers. An iron is provided. A safe is available. Bathroom: spacious. It had a standing shower on one side and a tub with shower on the other. The vanity had two sinks. The toilet is separated by a door. They had plenty of towels. Toiletries include shampoo, conditions, shower gel and lotion. The grounds: beautiful. You really feel like you’re in paradise. Beach: small, but perfect for the amount of people there. There was plenty of lounge chairs. No natural shade was available. They did have some chairs with cover for rent. You can snorkel right off the beach and see some pretty fish and turtles. Towels were available at the rental hut. They do have waiter service. Expect resort prices. For two cocktails plus tip, it was $50. Pool: loved that it was open 24/7. Plenty of lounge chairs. Amenities: I used the gym. It was clean with plenty of equipment. They had towels, including cool towels. Tips: there’s a two grocery stores nearby.
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May 05, 20255 Star Service at the Fairmont Orchid!
We just returned from an absolutely incredible vacation at the Fairmont Orchid! This property is so special; private, quiet, immaculately kept and situated in an ideal location to relax and enjoy the beauty of Hawaii that surrounds. The resort and all of its staff maintain a level of excellence we rarely find elsewhere and we were so grateful for the level of care and service throughout our stay. A special shoutout to James at the front desk for getting us a fantastic room and sending a surprise bottle of bubbles to help us celebrate our milestone bdays! His warm welcome truly set the tone for Fairmont’s 5 star hospitality, a much appreciated gesture. We found all the resort staff here to be so friendly and ready + willing to help make our vacation extra wonderful; thank you to Eric at the pool, Benny at breakfast and everyone at Browns deli for your kindness! Already planning our next visit…Mahalo Fairmont Orchid!
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May 04, 2025
Our second stay did not disappoint.
Our second stay at the Fairmont Orchid did not fail to leave us wanting more. Swimming in calm clear warm waters with fish and sea turtles steps from the pool and beach bars is hard to match. Since it is pretty secluded, even when the hotel is full there are always plenty of unique spots to connect with the seashore. A good measure of a quality hotel is the retention of its staff. Derek, a 30 year employee, was the stand out. He brings his warm authentic island welcome every day to the Hale Kai Beach Bar along with the best Mai Tais we found on the island. The combination of soul-centered service with the magical warm air makes Fairmont Orchid a paradise to return to again and again.
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May 02, 2025
The Fairmont Orchid is absolute stunning -- don't hesitate and book it!
My husband and I had such a fabulous time at the Fairmont Orchid. The service was spectacular! Everyone goes out of their way to make you feel special. The food was delicious at all of the restaurants, including the breakfast, the pool was perfect and never TOO busy, plus it was so cool to see all of the sea turtles (from a respectful distance). Special thanks to Merlin at the spa who gave me a Lomi Lomi massage that was the best of my whole life. Don't skip the spa experience! Also, Nani at the spa desk is a delight. Cheryl at the concierge was super helpful, too, when planning our days and making reservations. We really can't wait to come back again soon -- loved it!
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Apr 30, 2025Beautiful Setting, But Service Falls Short
We stayed at the Fairmont Orchid during the first weekend of January 2025 for three nights, and unfortunately, it did not live up to expectations. We had an ocean view room that was clean, but the view itself was just okay. During our stay, there was some sort of conference or event happening on the property, and the loud outdoor award ceremony completely disrupted the otherwise peaceful setting we had hoped for. Service was underwhelming across the board. Check-in took longer than it should have, and when I asked for aloe vera due to a sunburn, I was simply told to walk to a grocery store up the road—no offer of assistance or transportation, which felt dismissive and lacking in hospitality. The restaurants were another major letdown. At breakfast, we watched a bird eat food off a guest’s plate, and instead of addressing it, the restaurant staff looked the other way and let the guest continue eating. It was unhygienic and shocking for a resort of this supposed caliber. The concierge was also not helpful and offered little guidance or insight. Overall, the property didn’t feel like even a moderate luxury experience at all. We were aware it wasn’t a four seasons but definitely would have splurged on the 4 seasons had we known this fairmont didn’t live up to the fairmont experiences we had been given at in Vancouver.Between the mediocre food, poor service, and lack of attention to guest needs, we left disappointed and would not stay here again.
- AdvisoryThe following mandatory hotel-imposed fees are charged and collected by the hotel either at check-in or check-out. Resort fee: $48 (plus tax)per room, per night Mandatory hotel-imposed fees may not include tax and are subject to change, this is an estimate of what you will be charged. The hotel can provide current fees and inclusions when you check-in.
- AdvisoryA minimum valet parking fee of $45 (plus tax) per room, per night, per vehicle will be charged and collected by the hotel at check-in or check-out. Parking fees are subject to change without prior notice. The information published here is to give the client an estimate of additional fees they may be responsible for, but not a guarantee of the final amount due.
- AdvisoryA minimum Self-parking fee of $38 (plus tax) per room, per night, per vehicle will be charged and collected by the hotel at check-in or check-out. Parking fees are subject to change without prior notice. The information published here is to give the client an estimate of additional fees they may be responsible for, but not a guarantee of the final amount due.
- AdvisoryPrices are based on single or double occupancy. You will incur additional charges at the time of check-in for additional room occupants. The Front Desk will verify the age of the guest to determine whether the extra fee would apply.
- Check In: 4:00 PM
- Check Out: 11:00 AM
- Minimum Check-In Age: 18
- General Policies:
Holiday cancel penalty applies when any portion of reservation falls under holiday period, including all stay-throughs.
Minimum night stay requirements may apply to your reservation.
A major credit card imprint is required upon check-in with the front desk before signing privileges on incidentals will be extended. At the time of check-in, the front desk will also pre-authorize the credit card for incidentals based on the length of stay.
Convention attendees cannot book this property for their convention stay, they must book through the proper convention source. Convention attendees that violate this policy will be responsible for paying any higher rates and may not be eligible for any promotional offerings.
Room taxes are included in vacation price.
Room requests are not guaranteed and are based upon availability at check-in.
Resort Fee - A mandatory hotel-imposed fee is charged and collected by the hotel either at check-in or check-out.
Hotel Mandatory hotel-imposed resort fee inclusions:
- Wellness classes. Weekly wellness activity calendar available at fairmontorchid.com
- Shuttle bus service within the Mauna Lani Resort.
- Golf Valet. Handling and storage of personal golf clubs during your stay.
- Branded reusable water bottle for each registered guest per stay, to be filled at purified water stations located throughout the resort.
- Coffee and tea service in the lobby between 5:00 a.m. and 6:30 a.m. (New)
- Hawaiian Cultural Classes & Resort Activities. Weekly activity schedule available at fairmontorchid.com.
- RunGo guided tours. (NEW)
- Lei greeting upon arrival.
- Snorkel equipment rental for one hour (available to each guest, per day—resort use only). Guests who purchase Fun & Sun passes may sign out snorkel equipment multiple times per day.
- Pool amenities (sunscreen, water, and fruit service).
- Washer and dryer usage, including product. (NEW)
- 45-minute photo session with Pacific Dream Photography. Reservations required. Photos available for purchase.
The Resort Experience Fee will not include overnight valet or self-parking. Nightly parking charges will be:
Self-Parking: $38.00 plus tax
Valet-Parking: $45.00 plus tax
- Pet Policy : Pets Allowed
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