This Resort on the Big Island Has Residences with Private Pools, a Manta Ray Viewing Spot, and Access to a White-sand Beach

"I've traveled to all the Hawaiian islands, but the striking landscapes of the Island of Hawaii-lush rainforests, lava fields, pristine beaches, and even snowy summits-keep me coming back. In between the volcanic rocks often hide secret oases of crescent-shaped white-sand beaches with water calm enough to spot wildlife. One such spot is Mauna Kea Resort. The sprawling development dates back to 1965, when businessman Laurance S. Rockefeller developed Mauna Kea Beach Hotel on an empty plot of land along Kauna'oa Bay."

"I recently stayed at Mauna Kea Residences, within the resort, where, every evening, I savored the spectacular sunset views from the private patio of my two-bedroom residence. The residences at Mauna Kea offer privacy, luxury, and a home away from home. My residence was nestled in the Kumulani neighborhood and felt like a family beach house I'd been coming to for years."

"The oceanfront community that now includes The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort and Mauna Kea Residences was voted one of the best in Hawaii by Travel + Leisure readers in this year's World's Best Awards. I recently stayed at Mauna Kea Residences, within the resort, where, every evening, I savored the spectacular sunset views from the private patio of my two-bedroom residence."

Mauna Kea Resort occupies Kauna'oa Bay and began development in 1965 when Laurance S. Rockefeller established Mauna Kea Beach Hotel on an empty oceanfront plot. The resort comprises Mauna Kea Beach Hotel (undergoing multi-phase renovations), The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort, and Mauna Kea Residences across 11 neighborhoods. Residences range from oceanfront studios to five-bedroom houses, with 100 total residences; hotel inventory includes 252 renovated rooms and 10 suites at Mauna Kea Beach Hotel and 249 rooms and suites at The Westin. Residences feature full kitchens, living spaces, laundry, private patios, ocean views, and a sense of privacy and luxury.

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