Top Hotels in Hawaii

Kauai

Kayak along the Napali coast, snorkel or dive at Tunnels Beach on the north shore or hike the trails at the spectacular Waimea canyon. There are accommodations on Kauai to fit every budget. Stay at the ocean-front Grand Hyatt Kauai in Poipu on the south shore with its luxurious, tropical grounds and hiking trails adjoining the property. Take a day trip to dive off the private island of Ni'ihau. Choose the Koke'e Lodge in Koke'e State Park to enjoy access to Waimea Canyon, wandering wild chickens and the cool climate at 4,000 feet. Try the Palmwood Inn, "inspired by Japan's mountain Ryokans" (country inns). It is located on a pristine four-acre estate on the north shore near Kilauea's lighthouse and beautiful Hanalei Bay.

The Big Island

Dive off the Kona coast, horseback ride through the Waipio Valley in the east or hike across craters and through lava tubes in Volcanoes National Park in the south. The Big Island has it all. Volcano House Resort is perched on the rim of Kiluaea Caldera inside Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Many of the rooms have excellent crater views.
Stay at the eco-friendly Mauna Lani Bay Hotels and Bungalows on the Kona coast. It generates more solar electric power than any other luxury resort in the world. Spend a few nights at Hawaii Island Retreat, near artsy Hawi on the north shore. Enjoy yoga classes, massage, organic bath amenities and homegrown fruits and vegetables. Just east of Hawi is a breathtaking, steep trail down to the valley floor and stunning black sand beaches. Do not forget to visit the coffee plantations above Kona to pick up some of the best coffee in the world!

Maui

Island hop to Maui for unforgettable waterfalls, whale watching, mountain biking and more. Book a room at the cozy Paia Inn in eclectic Paia on the north shore. Then drive the famous road to Hana, stopping along the way to hike and cool off in the many waterfalls. Spend a few nights at the eco-friendly Hana Hotel and enjoy horseback riding, boogie boarding and hiking. Get up close and personal with Haleakala Crater and stay at Kula Lodge. Located in Haleakala at 3,200 feet, Kula Lodge has no phone, no TV and no Internet, just great access to Haleakala National Park and sunrises over the crater!

Oahu

Enjoy all that Oahu has to offer: Great surfing, parasailing, hiking and snorkeling. Most hotels are located in Honolulu and Waikiki, but it is an easy drive to the north shore. Visit Hotel Renew, a new eco-boutique hotel in Waikiki. For the budget-conscious traveler, book a room at Hotel Pagoda. Packages including car rental are available. Try the Halekulani in Waikiki for luxury and serenity. Get away from the hectic pace of Honolulu and book accommodations at Turtle Bay resort on the northeastern tip of Oahu and swim with the turtles in paradise.