The Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii
Written by Vacation Idea.com Travel Editors.
Why Go
The Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii is a luxury resort located on the sunny Kohala coast of the Big Island of Hawaii with a white sandy beach, a beautiful 10,000-square-foot swimming pool, and an array of activities for the whole family.
Things to Do
Relax at the health spa, play 36 holes of championship golf, snorkel just off the beach, sign up for a tennis lesson and soak in lava-enhanced whirlpools.
The Fairmont Orchid Beach Club is a lively spot where vacationers come to enjoy the sun, observe colorful marine life and play in the water. Activities such as kayaking, paddling, swimming and snorkeling are offered on the beach. Sign up for the Fairmont Orchid Activity Package ($40 USD per person per stay, or $30 USD per child) which includes equipment rental as well as water aerobics, seaside yoga and other fitness programs.
The Tennis Pavilion has 10 plexiplave courts and a stadium court with bleachers. Private and semi-private lessons are available to resort guests.
If you are planning a family vacation to Hawaii, the Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii offers the Keiki Aloha children's program for kids ages 5 to 12. The resort beach is protected so that kids can play in sandy shallow water.
The Spa
The Spa Without Walls at The Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii is a full-service health spa that offers a wide variety of spa treatments. As its name implies, the spa offers treatments in several outdoor locations which allows you to enjoy Hawaiian breezes and sounds of the water while receiving your rejuvenating spa treatment.
We especially like the treatment room above the waterfall where you can receive a massage while looking down at the water through the opening in the massage table.
Golf
The 36-hole Francis H. I'i Brown championship golf course has spectacular scenery with ocean views and green fairways patterned with black lava. The course is divided into two separate 18-hole courses. Golf rates for 2006 are $140 for resort guests, $205 for non-resort guests. For reservations, call the resort concierge at 808-887-7320.
Where to Eat
The Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii has several restaurants and bars. Brown's Beach House serves innovative, island-inspired 'East Meets West' cuisine. For a romantic night out, book a table at the elegant Grill which serves contemporary, innovative style dishes.
The Orchid Court is available for casual and family meals while The Paniolo Lounge and Polo Bar offer live entertainment and dancing on Friday and Saturday evenings.
Guest Rooms & Suites
The resort has 540 rooms and suites, all with a private lanai. For a spectacular view of the ocean, book one of the Deluxe Ocean Front Rooms.
Plan this Vacation
Bed and Breakfast package pricing starts from $369 USD per night, including one night room accommodation and breakfast buffet.
At Kona International Airport you can rent a car or arrange for a car transfer to the resort (cab fare is about $100 one way). For help with getting to The Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii, contact the hotel concierge at 808-887-7320.
The Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii, 1 N. Kaniku Drive, Kohala Coast, Hawaii, United States, 808-885-2000, 800-257-7544, www.fairmont.com/orchid
