Big Island Fairways at Mauna Lani 1701
Guest rating: 4.7 / 5
Setting
Big Island Fairways at Mauna Lani 1701 is a two-story townhome in the gated Fairways at Mauna Lani community on Hawaii’s Kohala Coast, north of Kona International Airport. Its private lanais overlook a community garden and landscaped common areas.
Rooms
The home has an open living, dining, and kitchen area, central air conditioning, smart TVs, and free Wi-Fi. The downstairs bedroom has two extra-long twin beds that can be converted to a king for a fee; upstairs, the primary suite has a king bed, private lanai, and bathroom with a jetted tub and separate shower.
Amenities & Recreation
A short walk across the grass leads to the community pool, which has a shallow wading area, waterfall, and hot tub, along with outdoor showers, covered barbecue and picnic areas, and a fitness center. Guests also have access to the gated Beach Club, where water-sports equipment including kayaks, paddleboards, and canoes can be rented. The townhome includes a washer and dryer, beach towels, chairs, umbrellas, and a cooler.
Dining & Nearby
The fully equipped kitchen includes an oven and stove and is suited to preparing meals at home; Foodland Farms is at the Shops at Mauna Lani. Nearby dining options include Brown’s Beach House, about 878 meters away, Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar at about 1.7 kilometers, and CanoeHouse at about 1.6 kilometers.
Coast & Attractions
Mauna Lani’s surroundings include three miles of secluded shoreline, the Ala Kahakai National Historic Trail, Holoholokai Beach, and the Puako Petroglyph Archaeological Preserve. Kalahuipua'a Historical Park, with fishponds and lava tubes, and two 18-hole championship golf courses are also within the resort area.
Best for
Families or small groups looking for a self-catering stay will find a full kitchen, laundry, a downstairs bedroom, and a pool with a children’s wading area. It also suits guests seeking resort recreation and coastal access, with Beach Club access, nearby shoreline trails, golf, and on-site fitness facilities.
Travel tips
The listed bus stops are at Fairmont Orchid on N. Kaniku Drive, 838 meters away, and the Shops at Mauna Lani Foodland Farms entrance, about 1.7 kilometers away. Waimea-Kohala Airport is the closest of the listed airports at about 20.1 kilometers; Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport is about 31.4 kilometers away. The home has free parking, and the listing notes three steps at the entrance and a two-story layout.
What guests say
The supplied guest comment praises the home’s cleanliness, well-stocked kitchen, family suitability, and location in a safe neighborhood, and expresses interest in returning. The property has a public rating of 4.72 out of 5 from 49 reviews. No negative review themes are included in the material provided.
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