Waimea Country Lodge

Address:
65-1210 LINDSEY RD.

Big Island
96743

Hotel Location: near center

The Waimea Country Lodge is an economy property with 21 units on 2 floors, located in beautiful Kamuela (elevation 2,500 feet) and sits at the base of Mauna Kea. All rooms are spacious and have scenic mountain views. This unique and quaint hotel is within walking distance to historic Waimea town, dining and recreation spots. Restaurants & Lounges: Paniolo Inn Restaurant and Lounge is next door - open for breakfast, lunch, dinner and cocktails.

You’ll also have easy access to Mauna Kea summit and its observatories, a premier spot on the planet for stargazing. On Mauna Kea, the world’s tallest mountain, you’ll see horse and cattle ranches that cover miles of open grassland. This is indeed home of the Hawaiian cowboy or “paniolo.” Head east to the Waipio Valley lookout. Head west and explore the rugged coastline and beautiful beaches of the Kohala Coast, like Hapuna Beach Park just a 15-minute drive away. And when you get hungry, Waimea has more than 30 restaurants, from casual to fine dining. You’ll undoubtedly want to frequent the Paniolo Country Inn Restaurant and Lounge right next door to the lodge. Also nearby are art and antique galleries, shopping, and golf courses.

Big Island activities means anything from canoe paddling to horseback riding. For entertainment, see live theatre at Kahilu Theatre, or catch some slack-key guitar. And just think, when the day is done, you get to return to your beautiful Big Island accommodations, that feel more like a private home in the country.