Fairmont Orchid: Stay in Waikoloa, Hawaii

The resort sits on 32 oceanfront acres with a white sand beach and a protected lagoon that attracts sea turtles. A 10,000 square foot free-form pool is set among landscaped gardens and waterfalls, with sun loungers and umbrellas available. Guests can use complimentary snorkel gear, kayaks, and paddleboards at the beach shack, and the lagoon offers calm waters for swimming and snorkeling.

The award-winning Spa Without Walls is an open-air facility with waterfall massage huts and massage cabanas that use the sound of flowing water. Treatments include lomi lomi massages, body treatments, facials, and steam room sessions. The spa also offers a sauna, hot tub, fitness classes, and yoga sessions as part of its wellness packages.

On-site restaurants include Brown's Beach House, which serves Hawaiian-inspired cuisine with ocean views and live music. The Binchotan Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Bar offers binchotan-grilled items, while Hale Kai provides casual dining by the beach. The Orchid Court breakfast buffet rotates daily and includes made-to-order omelet stations.

The hotel runs comprehensive children's programs and guided cultural hikes that cover Hawaiian plant lore and hula dancing. Guests can use 10 tennis courts, 36 holes of golf on site, and borrow bicycles to explore the property. A free shuttle runs to local attractions, and the hotel allows pets for a $75 nightly cleaning fee.

The Gold Floor lounge provides a buffet breakfast and evening canapés with ocean-view balconies, plus complimentary non-alcoholic drinks throughout the day. The hotel has 32,000 square feet of indoor meeting space and 76,000 square feet of outdoor function space for events. Rooms have air conditioning, cable TV, a refrigerator, a safe, and a writing desk, with en suite bathrooms stocked with Le Labo toiletries.

Location: 32 oceanfront acres on the Kohala Coast, near petroglyph park

Rooms: 517 rooms including Gold Floor suites with lounge access

Dining: 4 on-site restaurants with Hawaiian-inspired cuisine

Wellness: Spa Without Walls with waterfall massage huts

Activities: 36 holes of golf, 10 tennis courts, complimentary snorkel gear

Family: Children's programs, guided cultural hikes, protected lagoon

Business: 108,000 total square feet of indoor/outdoor meeting space