Mauna Kea Beach Hotel
Kohala Coast, HI
Located on Hawaiʻi Island, Mauna Kea Beach Hotel’s origins date back to 1960 when legendary venture capitalist Laurance S. Rockefeller spotted the crystal clear waters and white sands of Kauna’oa Bay and was inspired to create a great hotel that reflected the spirit of this special place. With thoughtful sensitivity to the dramatic natural surroundings, Rockefeller’s team created a stunning Midcentury modern design that, in the 1960s, was far ahead of its time. As a crowning touch, he installed a 1,600-piece collection of museum-quality Asian and Oceanic art and artifacts throughout the hotel. Guest amenities at the 252-room resort include an award-winning 18-hole golf course, 11-court Seaside Tennis Club, a Beach Club, island dining, homes, and villas. Mauna Kea Beach Hotel has been named to these Historic Hotels of America Top 25 Lists The 2025 Top 25 Historic Hotels of America Most Magnificent Art CollectionsThe 2024 Top 25 Historic Hotels of America® Most Historic Golf Courses The 2023 Top 25 Historic Hotels of America Most Magnificent Art Collections The 2023 Top 25 Historic Hotels of America Most Historic Golf Courses The 2022 Top 25 Historic Hotels of America Most Magnificent Art Collections The 2022 Top 25 Historic Hotels of America Most Unique Culinary Heritage and Culinary Traditions The 2022 Top 25 Historic Hotels of America for a Romantic ProposalThe 2022 Top 25 Historic Hotels of America Most Historic Golf Courses