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Overview

Fairmont Orchid is located in Waikoloa and offers a Jacuzzi, an indoor pool and outdoor tennis courts. It provides a gym, as well as a sauna, a private beach and a beauty centre.

Guests can enjoy a range of massage treatments and beauty therapy at the in-house spa, Hawaiian ‘Spa Without Walls’. Multilingual staff are available to assist with organising tours and activities, and an express check-in facility is provided for guest convenience.

Rooms at the resort are charming and provide cable/satellite channels. They offer a desk and a radio.

During their stay at Fairmont Orchid, guests can enjoy a meal at Norio’s Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar and relax with a drink at Luana Lounge. Room service is also available during certain times.

For guests wishing to dine out during their stay at the resort, there are a variety of restaurants located nearby. It is also a short car ride from Hapuna Beach State Park and Pu'ukohola Heiau National Historic Site.

9.0
Wonderful
457 reviews

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Amenities at Fairmont Orchid

  • Private beach
  • Snorkelling
  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine

Reviews of Fairmont Orchid

9.0
Wonderful
457 verified ratings
Wonderful
287
Very good
63
Good
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Okay
20
Fair
12
Mediocre
11
Poor
10

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests consistently praised the hotel's stunning location and beautiful grounds, with many highlighting the pool and comfortable beds as standout features. The service received mixed feedback, with some staff members described as warm and accommodating, while others were seen as indifferent or unfriendly. Value for price was a common concern, as many guests found the hotel and its amenities to be overpriced. Despite some negative experiences with service and cost, the overall atmosphere and property features left a positive impression on most visitors.
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Location9.5 out of 10
Pool9 out of 10
Service6 out of 10
Value for Price3.5 out of 10
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10
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Lorri, Apr 2025
Stunning setting and accommodations. Staff are amazing.
10
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Andre, Jul 2023
Absolutely perfect
10
Wonderful
Cindy, Aug 2021
We really enjoyed swimming in the lagoon and the bay beyond it daily. We saw many fish, turtles. I Even on days that the water was rough, the lagoon was very calm. We had a deluxe ocean view, on the 4th floor, and had a beautiful view of the ocean. The room was very nice, and the bathroom had a bath/shower and separate shower only, and separate enclosed toilet, so very useful/private. Room was wel...
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10
Wonderful
Sujay, Jun 2021
Pros (+) Nice resort and comfortable rooms and amenities
Cons (-) Check in for covid restrictions didn’t make a lot of sense and wasn’t very smooth, limited capacity at restaurants

Location

One North Kaniku Drive, Waimea (Big Island), The Big Island, HI 96743

What's nearby

  • Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course0.6 mi
  • Great 4-D Movie Ride0.7 mi
  • Francis H.I'i Brown South Golf Course1 mi
  • Waikoloa Kings Golf Course1.9 mi
  • Seaside Putting Course2.5 mi
  • Dolphin Quest2.6 mi
  • Genesis Gallery2.8 mi
  • Kings Shops2.9 mi
  • Hapuna Beach State Park3.7 mi
  • Mauna Kea Beach4.4 mi
  • Hapuna Golf Course4.4 mi
  • Waikola Village Golf Club4.5 mi

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 16:00, check out anytime before 11:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.
Licence number: TA-052-830-4128-01

Essential information about Fairmont Orchid

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January
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£610
£1,034
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Which month has the cheapest rates at Fairmont Orchid?

The cheapest month to stay at Fairmont Orchid is September, with an average nightly rate of £479. The most expensive month is January at £718 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book Fairmont Orchid?

The cheapest day to book Fairmont Orchid is Wednesday, with an average nightly rate of £471. The most expensive day is Friday at £1,034 per night.

How far in advance should you book Fairmont Orchid?

To get the best price at Fairmont Orchid, book around 10 weeks in advance. This could save you approximately 26% compared to booking last minute.

KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Fairmont Orchid

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Fairmont Orchid, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in January and May.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Fairmont Orchid, plan to stay on a Thursday or Tuesday. The most expensive day is usually Friday.
  • How long should you stay at Fairmont Orchid? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 4 days.

FAQs when booking at Fairmont Orchid

  • What are some of the activities I can enjoy while staying at the Fairmont Orchid – Hawaii resort?

    The resort offers a large range of activities and experiences that are exclusive to its guests. Once a week, you can go for a guided Star Gazing Session where you will learn about the constellations, or a Story Telling Session where you will learn about Hawaiian legends. You will be able to learn some new skills with daily activities that include Hula and Ukelele lessons, Ti Leaf Lei Making, and Turtle Talk Sessions. In addition, every guest can participate in a professional photography session, which is complimentary and is a great way to keep some precious memories of your vacation.

  • What are the services on offer for families at the Fairmont Orchid – Hawaii resort?

    If you are traveling with children and need to keep them entertained, you can request a DVD player to be added to your room. For daily activities, kids aged 5 to 12 years old can join the Keiki Aloha Program, which offers supervised activities and costs $105 for a full day or $85 for a half day. If you need extra bedding for an infant, you can request a crib to be added to your room; however, please note that this service is only available for certain types of rooms.

  • What are the fitness services on offer at the Fairmont Orchid – Hawaii resort?

    The resort’s fitness center group wellness and fitness sessions include activities such as Floating Yoga practiced on a paddle board on water and Seaside Yoga practiced on the beach. All group classes incur an extra cost of $20 per class. If group exercise is not your thing, you can book a 60min or 90min private training session, which can include a personal training session or any of the fitness and wellness activities normally on offer in group sessions.

  • What are the spa experiences that are available for couples at the Fairmont Orchid – Hawaii resort?

    If you are looking at enjoying a special pampering experience with your partner while on vacation, you will find two different treatments at the spa of the resort that you can enjoy as a couple. Bubbling With Happiness includes a 50min or 80min massage after which you will be gifted a bottle of sparkling wine to drink together. Hawai’I Love is an 80min treatment, which includes an exfoliation treatment for your back and feet, followed by a full body massage. Both treatments can be enjoyed in a waterfall or oceanfront setting as per your preference.

  • How much will it cost to bring my pet with me to the Fairmont Orchid – Hawaii resort?

    The hotel welcomes up to two pet dogs per guestroom with a maximum weight limit of 25 lb per pet. If you are looking at bringing your furry friend on vacation with you, you will be paying a pet fee of $25 per pet per night. The hotel will provide you with some essentials, such as food and water bowls and treats for your dog.(Prices checked 06/08/19).

  • Where is Fairmont Orchid located?

    Fairmont Orchid is located at One North Kaniku Drive, 13.1 miles from the centre of Waimea (Big Island). Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course is the closest landmark to Fairmont Orchid.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Fairmont Orchid?

    Check-in time is 16:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Fairmont Orchid.

  • Does Fairmont Orchid offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Fairmont Orchid offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Fairmont Orchid from the airport?

    Fairmont Orchid is 12.9 miles from Waimea (Big Island) Waimea Kohala. Fairmont Orchid is 19 miles from Kona Intl.

  • Does Fairmont Orchid have a pool?

    Yes, Fairmont Orchid has a pool on-site.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Fairmont Orchid hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Fairmont Orchid in Waimea (Big Island) and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Fairmont Orchid and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Fairmont Orchid.

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8.4
13.1 mi
Waimea (Big Island) Waimea Kohala
12.9 mi