Panoramic island /ocean views from our beautifully elegant and spacious suites
Guest rating: 5.0 / 5
Overview
Mauna Loa Suites is a guesthouse in a quiet residential area on the dry side of Kamuela (Waimea), Hawaii. Its elevated setting looks toward Mauna Kea, Mauna Loa, and the Pacific Ocean, with surrounding ranch country and birds noted as part of the atmosphere.
Suites
Each suite has two large upstairs bedrooms, a spacious living room with a large flat-screen TV, and a pull-out queen Murphy bed for additional guests. The kitchenette includes a resort-size refrigerator, two gas burners, and a seating nook; there are also two full bathrooms, one with a soaking tub and double sinks and the other with a multi-headed shower.
Outdoor Space
A wraparound rooftop lanai is a standout feature, with room to have breakfast or watch the sunset and evening sky. Guest feedback also mentions views of the ranch landscape and distant Mauna Kea observatories from the outdoor area.
Amenities
Listed amenities include a kitchen, washer, and ironing board. The property description details kitchenette cooking facilities, but does not list a dishwasher.
Location & Activities
The guesthouse is described as near the beach and in the mountains, with a variety of beaches, towns, resorts, farmers markets, shopping, and eateries generally 15–30 minutes away. Mauna Kea Beach, Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area, and Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course are among the cited nearby attractions; hiking, horseback riding, jet skiing, and scuba diving are also noted as area activities.
Nearby Dining
Nearby options include Cipriano's Kitchen, about 10 km away, and Mama Bear's Kitchen Waikoloa and Morningwood, each about 11.7 km away. Other listed choices include Lava Lava Beach Club, Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar, The Fish And The Hog, and Pono Hawaiian Style Deli.
Best for
These suites suit families or small groups who want separate bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and a queen Murphy bed for extra sleeping space. They also fit travelers seeking a quiet Kamuela base with mountain and ocean views, a rooftop lanai, and access to beaches and outdoor activities by car.
Travel tips
Waimea is about a 10-minute drive according to a guest review, while the property description places a range of beaches, towns, and services roughly 15–30 minutes away. Waimea-Kohala Airport is about 7.3 km away; Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport is about 45 km away and Hilo International Airport about 79 km away. Plan on driving to reach the listed restaurants and beaches; the property is in a residential setting rather than directly on the beach.
What guests say
The available guest feedback praises the host's communication and the property's cleanliness and location near Waimea. Guests also highlight views of ranch country and distant Mauna Kea observatories. One noted drawback was the lack of a dishwasher; the public rating is 5 from 16 reviews.
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