Set on 32 acres of oceanfront lawns and gardens, this six-story Fairmont has a lofty, marble-floored lobby that opens to a sunset deck overlooking a 10,000-square-foot freeform pool, tropical gardens, and Pauoa Bay. Families and leisure travelers are drawn to the resort for its ocean activities, tennis facilities, and proximity to two 18-hole championship golf courses.

• This condo-style resort overlooks ancient fishponds, part of the Mauna Lani Resort on the Big Island’s South Kohala Coast.
• Eighty one- and two-bedroom units have kitchens, dining and living areas, and balconies with ocean, pond, or garden views.
• In addition to two on-site pools, guests have privileges at Mauna Lani’s beach club, tennis club, and Hawaiian-style spa.

Couples, families, and golfers fill this Kohala Coast beachfront resort.

• Situated on the Big Island’s Kohala Coast, this resort is home to over 15 acres of Ancient Hawaiian fishponds and petroglyphs.
• Three-bedroom townhomes, outfitted in Tommy Bahama decor, have hardwood floors, a fully equipped kitchen, and a patio.
• The exercise pavilion, located on site, has fitness equipment, a special pool for Watsu therapy, and yoga and Pilates classes.