Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort - detailed hotel review and pictures    Table of Contents: 1. Location - On the ocean's edge near Kona 2. Rooms - Which rooms have the best view? 3. Restaurants - See 3 ideas for dining out 4. Things to do - Read about beach activities, more, beauty salon and more 5. Rates - How you can get a good deal 6. Have you stayed at Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort before? - Share your thoughts! 7. Not sure if this hotel is right for you? - Consider comparable hotels
1. Location    Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort (former Ohana Keauhou Beach Resort) has on of the most enchanting settings in Hawaii. The hotel feels like Hawaii – lush tropical gardens extend to the ocean teaming with sea life. You will be surrounded by native plants like ulu (breadfruit tree), kukui (candlenut), hala (pandanus), freagrant plumeria nad colorful heliconia. Mongooses and geckos are scampering about all the time.    This is the only hotel on the island where you can you wade into oceanfront tide pools full of reef fish and sea turtles. Those serene pools add to the hotel’s quiet and relaxed atmosphere.    Outrigger Keauhou’s cultural and historical resources are a real treat. Here you’ll find a replica of King David Kalakaua’s beach house, volcanic-rock carvings and the remains of 3 heiau (ancient Hawaiian temples). Many Hawaiian art and craft pieces are displayed throughout the resort, including murals by renowned artist Herb Kane, outrigger canoes carved from rare Koa wood, and delicate feather leis.    Keauhou Shopping Village (over 40 shops and restaurants) and Kona Country Club Golf Course (36 holes) are 1 mile away. Free hotel shuttle can take you there any time, or you can just walk – it is beautiful outside.    This oceanfront hotel is just 3 miles south of Kailua-Kona, the island’s main village where you will find many shops, restaurants and art galleries. The hotel is far away from the crowds, yet close enough to Kona so you can make the trip several times a day if you want to. The drive is 10-15 min, so we highly recommend renting a car.    Kona Airport is 12 miles away.   2. Rooms    Rooms are surprisingly quiet and extremely clean. They are decorated with wicker furniture and bright and attractive Hawaiian décor.    Even partial ocean view rooms have decent views, but if you can afford an oceanfront room, you won’t regret it. You will be right over the tidal pools, incredibly close to the water. Each morning, you can drink coffee on the balcony while listening to the birds, watching the turtles swim below, and whales and dolphins play in the ocean beyond the reef. There are 311 rooms. Each room has: Beds: 1 king or 2 doubles Air-conditioning Private lanai Shower (no bathtub) 25” color cable TV Refrigerator Coffee maker Hair dryer Iron and board In-room safe (fee) Daily maid service   3. Restaurants    1) Verandah Bar    This lounge hangs over the tidal pool, and is a perfect place to watch the golden sunset. The views of the Kona Coast are to die for! There is nothing quite like seeing eels, sea turtles and fish from the Verandah as you sip your Mai Tai.    2) Kamaaina Terrace    Enjoy a nice dinner outside with a lovely panoramic view of the shoreline in front of the Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort. Beautiful Kona sunset, gentle Hawaiian music, and rare green sea turtles swiming below create an unforgettable atmosphere. The restaurants is also known for tasty breakfast menu and Friday prime rib and seafood buffet.    3) Kalanikai Bar & Grill    Cute oceanside place in a cool garden setting. Take a break from the beach and come over for a quick hamburger, sandwich, salad, or Hawaiian plate lunch. Open 11am-5pm every day.   4. Things to do Beach activities    Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort (former Ohana Keauhou Beach Resort) does not have any beach (the shore is quite rocky), but it is adjacent to Kahaluu Bay Beach Park, which is great for snorkeling and surfing. Sea life here is fascinating! You can rent gear at the hotel, walk 100 yards, and get in the water with turtles, teams of colorful parrot fish and other sea creatures. Pool    Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort has a nice medium-sized pool (no Jacuzzi) and a separate wading pool for children. The main pool is situated next to the Verandah Lounge. You can sit by and listen to live Hawaiian music while the sun sets over the ocean, or find a secluded hammock and relax completely. Kalona Salon and Spa    This full-service salon offers hair care, nail artistry and unique skin care treatments using Hawaiian medicinal plans and herbs. You can also get a relaxing and rejuvenating massage. Other facilities include: Fitness center 6 tennis courts (2 lighted) Gift store Concierge Free shuttle to Keauhou Shopping Village and Kona Country Club Golf Course Hawaiian culture and arts program for adults and children Laundry/dry clean valet service (fee) Parking ($5/day in 2005)	Hotel building: Grounds: Ocean view room: Kalanikai Bar & Grill: Breakfast buffet: Pool: Fitness center: Golf course: Tennis: Tide pool:
5. Rates Save $71-$108 per night when you book our wholesale rate, plus get a 5th night free.      Our rates are lower than Travelocity, Expedia and Orbitz.      Check rates and availability here! 6. Have you stayed at Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort before? Share your thoughts!    Email us your comments about Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort (former Ohana Keauhou Beach Resort) and we'll post them on this page!    Note: Your contact information will be kept strictly confidential.    We respect your privacy and we'll never sell or misuse your email address.    Your email:    Your name:    How did you like your stay at Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort?            7. Not sure if this hotel is right for you? Consider comparable hotels    Here are the links to similar hotels: Outrigger Royal Sea Cliff (3 stars, condo) and Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort (4 stars, hotel).    Want to check out other hotels on Big Island? See all 21 hotels and condos. home  |  plan your trip  |  specials  |  faqs  |  about us  |  contact us © 1999-2007 Hawaii Travel Bureau. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms and Conditions.