The Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii, Kamuela, Avoid

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The Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii	Average Price: $350 Check Rates

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1 North Kaniku Drive Kohala

Kamuela, 96743 View map

4-Star Hotel Rank: 1 of 7
Average review rating: 4.3

OpinionWell Value Index: 6

Traveler reviews analyzed: Expedia (73) , TripAdvisor (492) , YahooTravel (37)

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1. avoid the rental cars at the hotel and use their sister's hotel OR rent a car at the airport.

"Paradise is here! " Read full review on TripAdvisor 7/15/2010 Vote

2. We would just avoid the lounge.

"Almost perfect " Read full review on TripAdvisor 2/21/2010 Vote

3. All good if you want to avoid the expense of the dining rooms.

"Loved it - great family place. Search for deals on-line " Read full review on TripAdvisor 1/13/2010 Vote

4. but AVOID THE SPA/SALON AT ALL COSTS.

"So-So, some positives, some negatives. " Read full review on TripAdvisor 9/1/2009 Vote

5. avoid.

"Would Not Return to Fairmont Orchid " Read full review on TripAdvisor 8/28/2009 Vote

6. Luckily, we had a $250 resort credit, so that covered the parking and we signed up for their president's club so we could avoid any internet fees.

"First visit to Hawaii " Read full review on TripAdvisor 5/25/2009 Vote

7. We valeted the car at the hotel when we went, ate breakfast or lunch and avoided the public lots which are sure to fill.

"Unsurpassed Service " Read full review on TripAdvisor 12/25/2007 Vote

8. Overall, if you don't expect this to be a luxury property, you get something other than a garden view room, and you avoid the pool, you will probably have a better experience than we did.

"Not the luxury experience we expected " Read full review on TripAdvisor 6/26/2007 Vote

9. We avoided much dining there due to the expense, but the concierge's were helpful with recommendations.

"Wonderful visit " Read full review on TripAdvisor 8/19/2006 Vote

10. Go early, before 8am, to avoid waiting in line for a table.

"Fantastic Resort! " Read full review on TripAdvisor 8/15/2006 Vote