Pin itWaikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
Renovated beachfront Marriott at Waikoloa with pool, spa, and a 15-minute drive to the Kohala Coast courses at rates below the luxury tier.
- Nightly rate
- From USD 250–USD 400
- Distance to courses
- Mauna Lani South (~15 min)
- What stands out
- Renovated beachfront Marriott at Waikoloa with pool, spa, and a 15-minute drive to the Kohala Coast courses at rates below the luxury tier.
$250–$400/night
Booking via Expedia
A renovated beachfront Marriott on the Kohala Coast, 15 minutes from Mauna Lani South at roughly half the rate of the luxury tier.
The property
The Waikoloa Beach Marriott sits on the Kohala Coast within the Waikoloa Beach Resort complex, roughly 15 minutes south of Mauna Lani South and 20 to 25 minutes from Mauna Kea. The 297 renovated rooms come with private lanais, and the property includes beachfront access, a pool, a spa, and on-site dining.
What to expect
This is the strongest upscale value on the Kohala Coast for Big Island golf trips. You trade a 15-minute drive to the primary courses for savings of $100 to $1,100 per night against the Mauna Lani Auberge and Fairmont Orchid. Marriott Bonvoy members can stack loyalty rates and point redemptions on top. Best suited to golfers who would rather direct budget toward green fees and activities than top-tier accommodation.
Rates and booking
$250 to $400 per night. Book direct, through Bonvoy, or your preferred booking partner.
Nearby Courses
Golf at Hawaii (Maui / Big Island), Hawaii
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