Vacations Close To Makalawena Beach

We stayed in Condo 351, which had an amazing ocean view. You could hear the waves at night, which was so relaxing. The condo also had a mini fridge and a microwave, and it was within walking distance of several restaurants and a convenience store. It was a great location and made everything really convenient.

Great location, quiet. Unit pretty dark and very dated looking. Had all the amenities I needed.

Our stay at Gingerhill Farm in Hawaii was a truly unique experience and the perfect retreat. If you're looking for something comfortable and memorable outside of the traditional resort stay, this is it. The outdoor shower and open-air kitchen were absolute highlights—they made us feel immersed in the beautiful surroundings while still having everything we needed. The property is filled with lush gardens, blooming ginger, and vibrant tropical plants that create a peaceful, relaxing atmosphere. We also loved spotting the friendly geckos throughout the property, which added to the authentic island experience. A wonderful bonus was discovering the beautiful artwork by Mayumi Oda displayed throughout the property. Her vibrant, nature-inspired prints complemented the peaceful setting perfectly and added another layer of inspiration to our stay. If you appreciate nature, tranquility, and a one-of-a-kind place to stay, Gingerhill Farm is a wonderful choice!

Honestly, I expect more from a hotel that’s this expensive. There were things that needed to be fixed everywhere I looked. Our room was supposedly just renovated, but it was a sloppy renovation job. The pool table looked like it was from a fraternity house, worn out and ripped. The workout room never had hand sanitizer or wipes. Our bathroom smelled like mildew, and our hallway often had loud industrial dryers set up. We also stayed at the other hotel down the beach, so we couldn’t help but compare the two. The other hotel had umbrellas, cushioned chairs, fresh water in your room, and a better buffet. To say we were disappointed in the fairmont orchid would be an understatement.

The staff was great, the security and the morning building maintenance guy are awesome. Took care of our car and maintenance guy keeped the place up looking great. I would definitely come back to this building if I return to the Kona side. What i didn't like were the bugs that are all over the place. Specially at night. Other than that. Our experience was awesome.